Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 small onion, thinly sliced1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced1/2 pound fully cooked apple chicken sausage links or cooked Italian sausage links, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons 2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons dry sherry or dry white wine1 tablespoon herbes de Provence1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 bunch kale, trimmed and torn into bite-sized pieces Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup dried lentils, rinsed1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham3/4 cup sliced fresh carrots1/2 cup quick-cooking barley1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, lentils, basil, oregano, rosemary and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 lb. linguine 4 scallions 1/2 c. flat-leaf parsley 2 tbsp. pine nuts 1/4 c. plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Salt and freshly ground pepper 3/4 lb. hot Italian sausage (about 4 links) Preparation Step 1In a large pot of generously salted boiling water, cook the pasta until just al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.Step 2Meanwhile, in a mini food processor, combine the scallions, parsley, pine nuts and 1/4 cup of the olive oil and process until pureed....

Ingredients 3 egg whites1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup ketchup Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight loaves. Place on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow baking pan....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds salmon fillets (1 inch thick)2 celery ribs, chopped1/2 cup finely chopped red onion2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weedDRESSING:1/4 cup raspberry vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut salmon fillets widthwise into 4-in. pieces. Grill, covered, on an oiled rack over medium-hot heat (or broil 4 in. from the heat) until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes....

Ingredients 4 tsp. lemon juice 2 1/2 tsp. dried summer savory 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper c. olive oil 8 trout fillets (about 2 pounds in all) Lemon wedges Preparation Step 1Light the grill or heat the broiler. In a small glass or stainless-steel bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, savory, salt, and pepper. Add the oil slowly, whisking.Step 2Put the trout fillets in a medium glass dish or stainless-steel pan....

Ingredients 4 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the beans, pineapple, barbecue sauce and ginger. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours. Stir in bacon before serving.

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 teaspoons canola oil, divided1/3 cup chopped green pepper1/3 cup thinly sliced onion 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, undrained1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegar2 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked rice, optional Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 small garlic clove, minced2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter, cheeses, tarragon, oregano and garlic until well mixed. Beat in flour (the dough will be crumbly). Shape into a 14-in. roll. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Cut into 1/4-in....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1 green onion, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 pound turkey breast tenderloinsSAUCE:1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt2 tablespoons fat-free milk1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Mix mayonnaise and horseradish. In a shallow bowl, toss bread crumbs with green onion and parsley. Spread tenderloins with mayonnaise mixture; dip in crumb mixture to coat....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips, diced1/4 cup cider vinegar3 tablespoons brown sugar9 cups fresh baby spinach2 unpeeled large red apples, thinly sliced1 medium red onion, chopped (about 3/4 cup) Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. In same skillet, combine vinegar, brown sugar and reserved drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Cool slightly. Meanwhile, in a serving bowl, combine spinach, apples, onion and bacon....

Ingredients 1 steak, your choice Extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Let steak sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Step 2Preheat oven to broil and position rack closest to heating element. On a baking sheet, rub steak with 1 tablespoon oil then season generously with salt. Season with pepper if desired.Step 3Broil steak about 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Internal temperature of steak should be 125° for rare, 135° for medium rare, and 145° for medium....

Ingredients 1/2 c. walnuts 4 tbsp. olive oil 1 head cauliflower 1/2 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. turmeric 1 tbsp. garam masala 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1 1/4 c. vegetable stock 3 tbsp. tomato paste 1/4 tsp. kosher salt Preparation Step 1Preheat oven or toaster oven to 350 degrees F. Spread walnuts on a sheet tray and toast until fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool, then roughly chop and set aside....

Ingredients 8 cups 2% milk2 cups steel-cut oats1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)1 orange peel strip (1 to 3 inches)Dash salt3/4 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup golden raisins1/2 cup maple syrupButtermilk, optional1/2 cup packed brown sugar Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, bring milk to a boil over medium heat. Add the oats, cinnamon, orange peel and salt. Reduce heat; simmer until thick and creamy, about for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; discard cinnamon and orange peel....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage2/3 cup julienned soft sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced2 teaspoons fennel seed1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach3/4 cup shredded Romano cheese, divided2/3 cup crushed seasoned salad croutons Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugarDash salt1 cup cold butter, cubed1 large egg yolk, room temperature1 tablespoon cold water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup seedless strawberry jam Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in egg yolk, water and extract until mixture forms a ball. On a lightly floured sheet of parchment, roll out dough to 1/8-in....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon all-purpose flourDash pepper1/2 pound lamb stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1-1/2 cups beef broth or water1 bay leaf4 to 8 frozen pearl onions1 cup frozen cut green beans1 medium carrot, sliced1 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour and pepper. Add lamb, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 1/3 cup orange marmalade1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped2 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)4 teaspoons minced fresh cilantroLime wedges Preparation For glaze, in a small saucepan, combine marmalade, jalapeno, lime juice and ginger; cook and stir over medium heat 4-6 minutes or until marmalade is melted. Grill chops, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham3/4 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 cups chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon each cayenne pepper, chili powder and pepper1 bay leaf1 cup uncooked long grain rice1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation In a large skillet, cook the ham, onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds) , cut up1/4 cup canola oil1 medium green pepper, cut into strips1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3/4 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drainedHot pepper sauce to taste Preparation In a bowl or dish, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper....