Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 pound fresh carrots, sliced diagonally1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes. Add ginger; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in cilantro, salt and pepper.
Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin2/3 cup sugar2 large eggs1/2 cup egg substitute1/3 cup water1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 tablespoons fat-free milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pumpkin, sugar, eggs, egg substitute, water, applesauce, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and nutmeg. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds....
Ingredients 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves4 teaspoons grated orange zest2 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 cups boiling water1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed6 cups cold waterIce cubesAdditional mint leaves, optional Preparation Place mint and zest in a heat-resistant pitcher or bowl; add boiling water. Let steep 1 hour; strain. Add concentrates and water; stir well. Chill. Serve in chilled glasses over ice; garnish with mint if desired....
Ingredients FILLING:1-1/2 pounds ground beef1-1/2 cups thick spaghetti sauce1/4 cup raisins2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonCORNMEAL PASTRY:3 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup cornmeal1 teaspoon salt1 cup shortening1/2 cup ice water1large egg, beaten1 tablespoon waterTaco sauce, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, raisins and seasonings; simmer....
Ingredients 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 oz. thick-cut bacon 1 large onion 1 leek 1/2 c. dry white wine 6 Parsley sprigs 6 thyme sprigs 1 bay leaf 1 lb. small red potatoes 6 c. chicken stock 1 lb. green cabbage Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. chives 3 slice country bread 2 clove garlic 2 tbsp. minced parsley Preparation Step 1In a soup pot, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil....
Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 medium tart apple, peeled and diced3 tablespoons dried cranberries3/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise8 flour tortillas (8 inches)8 lettuce leaves1-1/2 pounds thinly sliced deli turkey8 slices (1 ounce each) part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine the oranges, apple and cranberries. In another bowl, combine yogurt and mayonnaise; spread over tortillas. Layer each with lettuce, turkey, cheese, fruit mixture and pecans....
Ingredients 12 slices white bread, crusts removed1/2 cup butter, meltedFILLING:3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups 2% milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 green onion, thinly sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Flatten bread slices with a rolling pin. Brush both sides of bread with melted butter; press into muffin cups....
Ingredients 6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened, divided2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning2/3 cup boiling water1 garlic clove, minced6 cups hot cooked thin noodles2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, dividedAdditional parsley, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, parsley, basil and lemon-pepper. Stir in water; keep warm. In a saucepan, saute garlic in remaining butter for 1 minute or until golden brown....
Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced1 large onion, chopped2 ribs celery, sliced1 pound dried green split peas2 quarts water2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced2 cups diced fully cooked ham2 teaspoons salt1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; drain, reserving drippings. Add onion and celery to drippings....
Ingredients 1 cup sugar3/4 cup vegetable oil1/3 cup instant coffee granules2 tablespoons hot water2 large eggs, room temperature2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon saltAdditional sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, combine sugar and oil. Dissolve coffee in water; add to sugar mixture and mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the sugar mixture....
Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 cup water2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 large egg1/3 cup prepared Italian salad dressing1 cup Italian-style panko bread crumbs2 medium zucchini, cut diagonally into 1/4-inch slices Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 8 large eggs, separated1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1-1/2 cups ground pecans2/3 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup water2 teaspoons vanilla extractCHOCOLATE FROSTING:3 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons vanilla extractCHOCOLATE GLAZE:2 tablespoons baking cocoa2 tablespoons water1 tablespoon butter1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks....
Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup evaporated milk1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup shortening1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 tablespoons milkAdditional candied fruit, optional Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add the evaporated milk, sugar, shortening, salt, eggs and 2 cups of flour; beat until smooth....
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) linguine1/2 cup olive oil1/2 cup orange juice1/3 cup lemon juice3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced5 teaspoons grated lemon zest4 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveinedShredded Parmesan cheese and minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the next eight ingredients; cover and process until blended. Pour into a large skillet; bring to boil....
Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise4 French rolls, split1 cup shredded lettuce8 slices tomato1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper12 cooked bacon strips1/2 pound sliced deli turkey1/2 pound sliced deli ham4 slices Swiss cheese Preparation Spread mayonnaise over cut sides of rolls. On roll bottoms, layer the lettuce, tomato and avocado. Drizzle with dressing; sprinkle with pepper. Layer with bacon, turkey, ham and cheese....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil6 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed1 teaspoon ground turmeric1/2 teaspoon salt5-1/2 cups vegetable stock2 large tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup flaked coconut 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint 3 cups hot cooked rice 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; saute green onions, ginger, garlic and pepper flakes until onions are tender, 2-4 minutes....
Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup cornmeal2 tablespoons sugar4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1-1/3 cups 2% milk1/4 cup canola oilPancake syrup Preparation Combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles on top begin to pop; cook until second side is golden brown. Serve with syrup....
Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef4 cans (16 ounces each) baked beans8 hot dogs, sliced1/2 cup barbecue sauce1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until flavors are blended.
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained or 6 ounces imitation crabmeat, chopped3 tablespoons minced fresh chives24 wonton wrappersCooking spray1 teaspoon sesame seeds1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic and Worcestershire sauce until blended. Stir in crab. Shape mixture into a ball; coat with chives....
Ingredients 1 cup turbinado (washed raw) sugar1-1/2 cups cranberry juice, divided1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 teaspoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepperIce cubes6 cups vodkaFresh mint leaves and additional cranberries Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, 1/2 cup cranberry juice, cranberries and jalapeno. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes....
