Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas, rinsed1 large carrot, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 bay leaf1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper6 cups water Preparation In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 7-9 hours or until peas are tender. Stir before serving. Discard bay leaf.

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 tablespoons honey1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup butter, softened4 tablespoons grated Romano cheese, divided2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1-1/2 teaspoons salt5-1/2 to 6 cups bread flour1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and honey in warm water; stir in milk powder....

Ingredients 5 large eggs4 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup sugar, divided1/2 cup baking cocoa6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups fat-free milk2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Separate eggs; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat a 2-qt. souffle dish with cooking spray and lightly sprinkle with 4 tsp. sugar; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the cocoa, flour, salt and remaining sugar. Gradually whisk in milk....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups frozen home-style egg noodles1 pound ground pork1/2 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon minced garlic1 jar (15 ounces) marinara or spaghetti sauce1 cup frozen pepper strips, thawed and chopped3/4 cup beef broth, divided1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 cup ricotta cheese Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the pork, onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 small green pepper, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped1 medium tomato, chopped4 large eggs6 large egg whites1 cup chopped fresh spinach6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage, pepper, onion and tomato over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain and return to pan....

Ingredients 1 cup warm 2% milk (70° to 80°)1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter, softened1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons active dry yeastEGG WASH:1 large egg1 tablespoon waterItalian seasoning, optional Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first 7 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 bunch kale 1/4 tbsp. olive oil 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 c. toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) Seeds from 1/2 pomegranate (about 1/2 cup) 1/2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine the kale, oil, and salt. Using your hands, massage the leaves, rubbing them with the oil and salt until they become softer, smaller, and darker, about 2 minutes. Taste a piece. If it’s bitter, massage a little more....

Ingredients 3/4 cup Marsala wine or 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup white grape juice and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon dried oregano1 tablespoon olive oil1 boneless leg of lamb (2-1/2 pounds), rolled and tied1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered Preparation In a small bowl, combine the wine, garlic and oregano; set aside. Rub oil over lamb, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan; spoon some wine mixture over roast....

Ingredients 1 pound ground chicken2 tablespoons canola oil2 shallots, thinly sliced2 green or red fresh chiles, seeded and chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons lime juice3 tablespoons fish sauce1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce2 teaspoons brown sugar1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves2 tablespoons minced fresh mintHot cooked sticky riceBoston lettuce leaves, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger 2 tsp. lemon juice 1 1/2 tbsp. red- or white-wine vinegar 2 scallions 1 tsp. soy sauce c. Cooking oil 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest (from about 1/2 lemon) 1 avocado 3/4 lb. linguine 1/2 lb. lump crabmeat Preparation Step 1In a blender, combine the ginger, lemon juice, vinegar, the chopped scallions, the soy sauce, oil, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 1/2 c. heavy cream 8 oz. gemelli pasta 1/2 c. smoked Gouda, shredded 1/2 c. fontina, shredded 1/2 c. American cheese 2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. breadcrumbs, toasted in a dry skillet, for garnish Optional garnish: 2 tsp. sliced chives Preparation Step 1Add the smashed garlic to a large skillet with olive oil, and heat over medium heat....

Ingredients 4 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches), stems removed6 tablespoons reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette, divided4 slices red onion1 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices4 kaiser rolls, split1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise Preparation Brush mushrooms with 4 tablespoons vinaigrette. Grill mushrooms and onion, covered, over medium heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until tender. Top mushrooms with red peppers, onion and cheese. Grill, covered, 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 2 uncooked bratwurst links1 can (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer1 small onion, halved and sliced1-1/2 teaspoons fennel seed2 brat buns, split and toasted Preparation Place bratwurst in a large saucepan; add the beer, onion and fennel. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Drain and discard beer mixture. Grill bratwurst, covered, over indirect medium heat for 7-8 minutes or until browned, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup white vinegar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 pound cubed fully cooked ham1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1-in. slices2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon water2 medium green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium onion, cut into wedges16 cherry tomatoes1-1/2 cups pineapple chunks Preparation In a small bowl, combine vinegar and brown sugar. Pour half of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add ham and sausage....

Ingredients 1/3 cup finely chopped onion1 tablespoon butter2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup fat-free milk1 large egg, beaten1 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham Preparation In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in butter until tender; set aside. In a bowl, combine cheese and biscuit mix. Stir in milk and egg just until moistened. Fold in ham and onion mixture. Coat muffin cups with cooking spray or use paper liners; fill three-fourths full....

Ingredients 4 jars (48 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained4 cups chopped onion1 package (2 pounds) dark brown sugar2 pounds cubed fully cooked ham1 bottle (28 ounces) ketchup1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup prepared mustard1/3 cup vinegar Preparation In several large bowls, combine all the ingredients. Divide among four greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. Cover tightly; bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours. Uncover and bake 20-30 minutes more or until bubbly....

Ingredients 3/4 cup thawed apple juice concentrate1/3 cup honey1 tablespoon ground mustard1 bone-in turkey breast (6 to 7 pounds) Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small saucepan, combine apple juice concentrate, honey and mustard. Cook over low heat 2-3 minutes or just until blended, stirring occasionally. Place turkey breast on a rack in a foil-lined shallow roasting pan; pour honey mixture over the top. Bake, uncovered, 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups unsweetened apple juice4 teaspoons brown sugar2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash ground clovesDash ground nutmeg1-1/2 ounces orange liqueur1-1/2 ounces brandySweetened whipped cream and additional ground nutmeg, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, heat the first six ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in orange liqueur and brandy. Pour into mugs; garnish with whipped cream and additional nutmeg if desired.

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2-1/2 cups water, divided 1/2 cup shortening2 large eggs, beaten1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 cup sugar8-1/2 to 9 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup butter, melted Preparation Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water (110°-115°). In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup boiling water and shortening. Add remaining (room-temperature) water, eggs, salt, sugar and yeast mixture. Stir in 1 cup of flour at a time, mixing well after each addition, until a soft dough forms....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar5 large eggs, separated, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped pecansCREAM CHEESE FROSTING:11 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup butter, softened6 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour three 9-in. round baking pans. In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....