Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1 can (11-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken with rice soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups water1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice Preparation In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add soup, water and rice; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups finely chopped hazelnuts1/2 cup each white, red, green, yellow and dark chocolate candy coating disks Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add syrup and vanilla. Beat in flour just until combined; fold in nuts. Shape into two 1-1/2-in. rolls; wrap tightly in waxed paper. Chill for 2 hours or until firm....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1 large green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 package (16 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup frozen corn, thawed1/2 cup salsa1/2 cup cooked rice2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups shredded cheddar cheese8 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmedSour cream, chopped tomatoes, guacamole, additional shredded cheddar cheese and salsa, optional...

Ingredients 3 pounds small red potatoes, quartered1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces2 cups sliced radishes6 green onions, sliced2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsleyVINAIGRETTE:3/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup champagne vinegar or white vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 medium tart apple, peeled and shredded1/2 cup cooked brown rice2 tablespoons grated onion2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1 pound lean ground turkey Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight 1/2-in. thick patties. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook patties for 4-6 minutes on each side or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar3/4 cup water1/2 cup light corn syrup1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a saucepan, combine the sugars, water and corn syrup; bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 7 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in maple flavoring and vanilla. Cool for 15 minutes. Serve over pancakes, waffles or French toast.

Ingredients 6-8 lb. bone-in spiral cut ham 1 (13-oz.) jar cherry preserves 1/2 c. bourbon 2 tbsp. honey 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1/4 tsp. cayenne Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a large roasting pan. Cover pan with foil. Step 2Bake ham until internal temperature reaches 120° to 130°, about 2 hours. Step 3Meanwhile, make glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine preserves, bourbon, honey, cloves, and cayenne....

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup hot water1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons taco seasoning1/3 cup waterOil for frying2 tablespoons chopped lettuce2 tablespoons chopped tomato2 tablespoons salsa2 tablespoons sour cream Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir in hot water to form a soft dough. Cover and let stand for 1 hour. In a small skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup water1 tablespoon whiskey, optional2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter; press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 7-in. pie plate. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons chopped onion2 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter3 eggs3 tablespoons water1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup marinara sauce or spaghetti sauce, warmed Preparation In a small nonstick skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Remove from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Whisk the eggs, water, salt and pepper. Add egg mixture to skillet (mixture should set immediately at edges)....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 pound bulk Italian sausage2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove all but 1/2 cup meat sauce to a bowl....

Ingredients 1 bunch baby bok choy1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon olive oil5 medium carrots, sliced3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white wine, divided1 can (15 to 16 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Trim and discard root end of bok choy. Coarsely chop leaves. Cut stalks into 1-in. pieces. Set aside....

Ingredients 1/2 cup lime juice1/2 cup chopped green onions2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno peppers1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 halibut steaks (6 ounces each)8 bacon strips Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add halibut; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes, turning once. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until cooked but not crisp....

Ingredients 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground coriander1-1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder butt roast, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon canola oil2-3/4 cups cubed peeled butternut squash1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 bay leaf2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1-2/3 cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed Preparation In a large resealable container, combine 1/3 cup flour, paprika, salt and coriander....

Ingredients 1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts1 can (15 ounces) white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 tablespoon Italian seasoning3 tablespoons grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oilCarrot and celery sticks Preparation Drain artichokes, reserving marinade. In a small saucepan, cook and stir beans, spinach, artichokes and Italian seasoning over medium heat until aromatic and heated through, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 2/3 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes4 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 garlic cloves, minced2-1/2 cups Burgundy wine or beef broth3 cups beef broth1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 bay leaves1 package (14.4 ounces) frozen pearl onions3 bacon strips, chopped8 fresh thyme sprigs2 tablespoons tomato paste1/2 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons butter1 pound medium fresh mushrooms, stems removedHot cooked egg noodles...

Ingredients 1/4 lb. ground beef, ground pork, or minced mushrooms 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1/4 tsp. ground white pepper 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. granulated sugar 2 tbsp. peanut oil or other neutral oil 2 tbsp. chili paste, preferably doubanjiang 1 tbsp. fermented black beans, roughly chopped 2-3 tsp. crushed Szechuan peppercorns 6 cloves garlic, halved 1½” piece ginger, minced 5 scallions, cut into 1½” pieces, plus more for garnish...

Ingredients 2 c. shmura or all-purpose flour 200 mL cold water Preparation Step 1Preheat your oven as high as it will go, ideally 550°.Step 2Place a large baking sheet inside the oven while it heats.Step 3Combine flour and water in a large mixing bowl. Knead the ingredients together (aggressively!) for about 5 minutes, until no residual bits of flour remain and you have one large, smooth ball of dough.Step 4Place the dough on a flat surface, and, with a rolling pin, roll the dough out to about 1/2-inch thickness....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 cup cold water6 cups moist sandSandcastle molds of various shapes and sizesNautical rope, rocks and seashells Preparation In a saucepan, combine flour and sugar. Gradually add cold water; mix well. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture thickens to pudding consistency. Place sand in a large pail; stir in flour mixture. When cool to the touch, mix together with your hands, adding more water if needed so that sand holds its shape....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour4 cups 2% milk1 large egg3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper12 slices bread, toasted and divided2 pounds thinly sliced cooked turkey or chicken1/4 teaspoon paprika6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup tomatoes, chopped and seeded1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk....