Ingredients 8 cups cubed seedless watermelon (about 1 medium)1 small red onion, cut into rings1 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts or sliced almonds, toasted1 cup fresh arugula or baby spinach1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette3 tablespoons canola oilWatermelon slices, optional1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine watermelon and onion; cover and refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes. Just before serving, add macadamia nuts and arugula to watermelon mixture....

Ingredients 1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices4 tablespoons butter, divided1 large head cabbage (4 pounds), coarsely chopped2 medium onions, chopped4 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon paprika3 to 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown sausage in 2 tablespoons butter; remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute cabbage and onions in remaining butter until onions are tender....

Ingredients 2 quarts pasteurized whole milk2 tablespoons plain yogurt with live active cultures2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon ground corianderHoney, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat milk over medium heat until a thermometer reads 200°, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. Remove from heat; let stand until a thermometer reads 112°-115°, stirring occasionally. (If desired, place pan in an ice-water bath for faster cooling.) Whisk 1 cup warm milk into yogurt until smooth; return all to pan, stirring gently....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup butter, softened1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix3 eggs, lightly beaten5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, butter, pudding mix, eggs and 3 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups dried navy beans3 cups water2 bone-in chicken breast halves (7 ounces each), skin removed1 cup frozen corn1 medium onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder2 tablespoons lime juiceMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boiling for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 4 bottle root beer 1 c. Asian fish sauce 1 head garlic 1/4 c. black peppercorns 2 large shallots 16 c. ice 2 rack pork spare ribs (about 5 pounds each) 1 bean vanilla 2 tbsp. finely ground long pepper (see Note) or black pepper 1/4 c. fresh lime juice plus lime wedges Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, bring 2 bottles of the root beer to a boil with the fish sauce, garlic, cracked black peppercorns, and shallots....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 medium onions, chopped1-1/2 cups finely chopped carrots2 cups mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)1/4 cup beef broth1 teaspoon rubbed sage3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon pepper1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 large egg, beaten, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large nonstick skillet, cook beef, onions and carrots over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain if necessary....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium carrot, grated1 small onion, finely chopped1 celery rib, finely chopped1/2 medium green pepper, finely chopped2 cups soft bread crumbs1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef1 medium carrot, cut into 10 thin slices2/3 cup ketchup2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrot, onion, celery and green pepper; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup sour creamPOPPY SEED NOODLES:8 ounces wide noodles, cooked and drained2 teaspoons poppy seed1 tablespoon butter, meltedChopped fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, cook ground beef in onion and butter until the beef is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks3 cups cooked brown rice2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved1/4 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup plain yogurt1/2 teaspoon salt1 medium apple, choppedLettuce leaves1/3 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1 tablespoon juice. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, rice, ham, water chestnuts and onion. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours....

Ingredients 8 submarine or hoagie buns (8 inches)8 slices Swiss cheese, halved1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 medium green pepper, julienned6 to 8 green onions, sliced2 teaspoons canola oil1 pound sliced fully cooked ham, julienned1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cut thin slices off tops of rolls. Hollow out bread in the center, leaving 1/4-in. shells; set aside tops and discard hollowed-out bread (or save for another use)....

Ingredients 3/4 cup cold butter, cubed2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup cold waterFILLING:2-1/2 cups halved baby carrots3 celery ribs, sliced6 tablespoons butter, cubed7 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2-1/2 cups chicken broth1 cup heavy whipping cream4 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup frozen pearl onions, thawed1 cup frozen peas, thawed3 tablespoons minced chives3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 large egg, lightly beaten...

Ingredients 9 medium potatoes1-1/2 pounds smoked sausage or fully cooked bratwurst links6 bacon strips3/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup sugar1-1/3 cups water2/3 cup cider vinegar Preparation In a saucepan, cook potatoes in boiling salted water until tender. Meanwhile, cut sausage into 1/2-in. slices; saute in a skillet until browned. Drain and place in a large bowl. Drain potatoes; peel and cut into 3/4-in....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 c. sugar 1 large egg 2 tbsp. brandy 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Royal Icing for Sugar Cookies Preparation Step 1Whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder in a medium bowl. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar; add dry ingredients, and mix until incorporated....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) yellow cake mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed6 large marshmallows1 package (16 ounces) miniature marshmallowsCoarse white sugar and/or edible glitter, optionalIcing decorations or bear-shaped crackers, optional Preparation Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions for cupcakes. Cool completely. Remove cupcakes from liners. Place one cupcake on a serving plate, top side down. Cover completely with 1/4 cup whipped topping. Cut a large marshmallow crosswise in half....

Ingredients Preparation Combine beef and pork mince (ground beef and pork) and mix with your fingers to break up any lumps. Add finely chopped onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg and mix. Add milk and season well with salt and pepper.Shape mixture into small, round balls. Place on a clean plate, cover and store in the fridge for two hours (this will help them hold their shape whilst cooking).In a frying pan, heat oil on medium heat....

Ingredients 1/2 pound broccoli rabe4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup sliced roasted sweet red pepper4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced Preparation Preheat broiler. Trim 1/2 in. off ends of broccoli rabe; discard any coarse leaves. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add broccoli rabe; cook, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or just until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup frozen corn1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained2 teaspoons chili powder3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano2 packages (14.1 ounces each ) refrigerated pie crust1 large egg1 tablespoon water Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add corn, onion and pepper; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeno peppers1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon olive oilSliced green onions, optionalCorn chips, tortilla chips or assorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar, chiles, peppers and 1/4 cup Parmesan until blended. Spoon into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt....

Ingredients 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice 4 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp. fresh oregano 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. Pepper 1 lb. lamb chops (about 4 shoulder chops or 6-8 chops or loin chops) Asparagus-Feta Salsa Verde recipe Preparation Step 1In a Pyrex dish just large enough to hold the lamb chops in a single layer, combine the lemon juice, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper....