Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons lemon extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup cornstarchLEMON FILLING:1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar. Beat in extract. Combine flour and cornstarch; beat into creamed mixture. Divide into two balls; wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/8-in....

Ingredients 8 tbsp. olive oil 1 c. fresh bread crumbs 6 cloves garlic 6 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1/2 tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 1 tsp. anchovy paste 1 lb. linguine 1 head cauliflower (about 2 1/2 pounds) 1 tsp. salt 1/2 c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, heat 4 tablespoons of the oil over moderate heat. Add the bread crumbs and cook, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 poblano pepper1/2 pound fresh chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage4 cups frozen O’Brien potatoes, thawed1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper4 large eggsOptional: Salsa, sour cream and minced fresh cilantro Preparation Place poblano pepper in a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Broil 4 in. from heat until skin blisters, rotating with tongs until all sides are blistered and blackened, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) fettuccine2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 pounds sliced fully cooked ham, cut into strips (about 5 cups) 2 cups fresh sugar snap peas2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup grated Romano cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add ham and peas; cook and stir 5 minutes. Stir in cream, cheese and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 package (2-1/2 ounces) thinly sliced deli ham, finely chopped3 green onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 cup finely chopped peanutsCrackers and raw vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, ham, onions and Worcestershire sauce. Shape into 3/4-in. balls. Roll in peanuts. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided2 pounds lean beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 tablespoons canola oil4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth4 medium carrots, sliced1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup quick-cooking barley Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add beef and shake to coat. In a Dutch oven, brown beef in oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 3 c. Nutella 1 1/4 c. melted dark or milk chocolate 1 1/2 tsp. fine sea salt 1/2 c. mild vegetable oil 2 c. crushed feuilletine or crushed cornflakes (see below) 3 c. chopped dark chocolate Preparation Step 1Place the Nutella in a medium-size bowl, add the melted chocolate, and stir well with a rubber spatula until combined.Step 2Add the sea salt, oil, and feuilletine, and stir to combine. Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it in an even layer with the spatula....

Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple1/4 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Spread salmon with hoisin sauce; sprinkle with pepper. Place on a greased foil-lined baking sheet, skin side down. Bake 12-15 minutes or until fish begins to flake easily with a fork. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine pineapple and marmalade. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until slightly thickened....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceAdditional sea salt, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook, uncovered, 1-2 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Drain and pat dry. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2 minutes or until slightly thickened....

Ingredients 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, halved 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp. honey 1 tbsp. grainy mustard 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt 1/2 c. Freshly grated Parmesan, for garnish Preparation Step 1Heat grill to medium. In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, olive oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, and red pepper flakes and season with salt.Step 2Carefully thread sprouts onto metal skewers. Grill, turning frequently, until sprouts are tender and cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 egg3 tablespoons milk1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup cracker crumbs1/2 pound uncooked ground pork1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup ketchup3 tablespoons vinegar1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard Preparation In a medium bowl, beat egg; add milk, Worcestershire sauce, onion salt, pepper and crumbs. Add pork and mix well. Shape into two 5-in. x 2-1/2-in. loaves; place in a small baking pan. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over loaves....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) Johnsonville® Ground Italian Sausage48 large fresh mushrooms1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink and lightly browned; drain. Remove and discard stems from mushrooms. Arrange mushroom caps on foil-lined baking sheets. In a bowl, combine cooked sausage, bread crumbs, cream cheese, garlic, parsley and lemon juice....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini2 cups shredded red cabbage6 cups torn fresh spinach2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup sliced green onions1 bottle (8 ounces) ranch salad dressing8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large glass bowl, layer the cabbage, spinach, tortellini, tomatoes and onions. Pour dressing over the top; sprinkle with bacon if desired....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 55 wafers)1/4 cup butter, melted3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream2 cups sugar2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenLEMON CURD:1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest6 tablespoons lemon juice1 large egg1 large egg yolk2 tablespoons butter, cubedLemon zest strips, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in....

Ingredients 1 lb. penne pasta 1 lb. thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2" pieces 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 c. dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc 1 lemon, zested and juiced 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, plus more for serving...

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1 cup Pale Ale or other light beer1 package (16 ounces) Velveeta, cubed1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional: jalapenos and tortilla or corn chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, about 5 minutes, crumbling meat....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons onion soup mix1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper1-1/4 pounds lean ground turkey1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese5 whole wheat hamburger buns, split Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 10 thin patties. Spoon red pepper and cheese onto center of five patties; top with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal....

Ingredients 1 cup plain yogurt1/3 cup chopped seeded cucumber2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon sugarGYROS:1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon salt, optional3/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef4 pita pocket halves3 cups shredded lettuce1 large tomato, chopped1 small onion, sliced Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Chill. In a large bowl, combine seasonings; crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 6 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained3/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham, cut into 1/2-inch strips2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices6 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups whole milk3 tablespoons dried minced onion3 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon paprika Preparation In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, ham and cheese; spread half into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange bread slices on top....

Ingredients 8 manicotti shells1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil3 cups (1 pound) ground fully cooked ham1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped green pepper3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milkPaprikaChopped fresh parsley Preparation Cook manicotti according to package directions; set aside. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender....