Ingredients 3/4 cup fresh arugula1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/3 cup shelled pistachios2 tablespoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, peeled1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation Place the first 6 ingredients in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Add Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; pulse just until combined....

Ingredients 1 1/2 tbsp. pure sesame oil 3 tsp. lime juice 1 lb. whole squid 1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 2 tsp. soy sauce 1/2 tsp. honey or agave 2 tbsp. mayonnaise 1 clove garlic 1 lb. unripe green tomatoes 1/2 small red onion 1 fennel bulb 1/2 bunch Parsley Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine a tablespoon of the sesame oil and a teaspoon of the lime juice. Add the squid and let stand for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 large butternut squash (about 6 pounds), peeled, seeded and cubed1 large onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon butter2 garlic cloves, minced3 eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries3/4 cup chopped pecansTOPPING:2 cups soft whole wheat bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Place squash in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook 15-20 minutes or just until tender....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softenedEACH SERVING:3/4 cup boiling water1 to 2 tablespoons rum or brandy Ground cinnamon and nutmeg to taste Preparation Cream butter and sugars until smooth. Beat in vanilla and ice cream. Store in freezer containers in freezer. To prepare buttered rum drink: Place 1/4 cup butter mixture in a 10- or 12-ounce mug....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed cooked turkey2 cups diced celery1 cup slivered almonds, toasted1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups mayonnaise1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup crushed potato chips Preparation In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, combine the first eight ingredients. Top with potato chips. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 15 minutes or until bubbly.

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup sour cream3 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided15 prepared crepes (9 inches)Additional sour cream, optional Preparation In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add mushrooms and onion; saute until tender. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plain yogurt1/2 cup sour cream1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups chopped cucumbers1 medium onion, chopped1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepperFresh cilantro leaves, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, sour cream and salt. Add the cucumbers, onion, tomato and jalapeno; stir until blended. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Ingredients 1/4 cup sour cream2 tablespoons chopped onion1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt8 slices Italian or other white bread8 bacon strips, halved and cooked8 slices tomato4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese2 to 3 tablespoons butter Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients; spread on four slices of bread. Layer with bacon, tomato and cheese; top with remaining bread. In a large skillet or griddle, melt 2 tablespoons butter....

Ingredients 4 lemons 2 1/4 c. sugar 1 1/4 c. water 3 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 pinch salt Preparation Step 1Peel the zest in strips from the lemons. Cut the strips into 1- by 1/8-inch julienne. Transfer the zest to a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain and return the zest to the saucepan. Add 1 1/4 cups of the sugar and 1 1/4 cups of water and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup French onion dip1 tablespoon whole milk1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, onion dip, milk, mustard and orange zest until blended. Stir in the ham. Split each biscuit into thirds; press into lightly greased miniature muffin cups. Spoon a scant tablespoonful of ham mixture into each cup; sprinkle with paprika....

Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey1-1/2 cups chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon plus 1/3 cup vegetable oil, divided1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons chili powder3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 cups water12 corn tortillas (6 inches)1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups salsa Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey, onions and garlic in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink; drain. Sprinkle with the flour, chili powder, seasoned salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 envelope Lipton savory herb with garlic soup mix1/4 teaspoon sugarHot cooked pastaShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the chicken, tomatoes, soup mix and sugar. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until chicken is no longer pink. Serve with pasta; sprinkle with cheese.

Ingredients 4 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)2 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon orange juice1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons butterConfectioners’ sugar or maple syrup, optional Preparation Place the bread in an 11x7-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk, orange juice, orange zest and vanilla. Pour over bread; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. In a large skillet, cook French toast in butter over medium heat for 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups mashed ripe Hachiya persimmon pulp1-1/2 cups buttermilk3 eggs1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon maple flavoringSweetened whipped cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another large bowl, whisk the persimmon, buttermilk, eggs, butter, vanilla and maple flavoring. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 small head lettuce, torn1/2 cup sliced green onions1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 medium tomato, cut into wedges2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, onions, celery, mozzarella cheese, olives and tomato....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh snow peas1 tablespoon water1 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon butter, melted1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Preparation In a microwave-safe dish, combine the snow peas, water and garlic. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Combine the butter, lemon juice and Italian seasoning. Drizzle over peas; toss to coat.

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1 tablespoon sherry or chicken broth1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large skillet, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, combine the green onion, lemon juice, sherry, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, lemon-pepper and remaining butter....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix1/4 cup poppy seeds1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup whole milk1/4 cup canola oil3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the baking mix, dry pudding mix, poppy seeds and lemon zest. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup honey1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds3 medium gala or Red Delicious apples, cubed2 medium pears, cubed2 cups seedless red grapes2 cups green grapes Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine cornstarch and lime juice until smooth. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 20 seconds; stir. Cook 15 seconds longer; stir. Stir in honey and poppy seeds. In a large bowl, combine the apples, pears and grapes....

Ingredients 1/4 c. Chopped fresh mint 2 tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 6 clove garlic 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 12 lamb chops (cut 1 1/2 inches thick) Minty Gremolata Sauce Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, stir together mint, rosemary, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub on chops. Cover chops with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight.Step 2Prepare grill either by igniting coals and allowing them to die down to medium-hot, or by preheating a gas grill to medium-high....