Ingredients 1/2 cup cider vinegar1-1/2 cups sugar1 large onion, cut into wedges2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram, oregano and thyme1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups vegetable oil Preparation In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar and onion; cover and process until smooth. Add the seasonings; cover and blend well. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream until dressing is thickened....

Ingredients 3-3/4 cups biscuit/baking mix1 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk3/4 cup water Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix, 1 cup cheese, Italian seasoning and salt. In a small bowl, whisk egg, milk and water. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Transfer to a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan....

Ingredients 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 cup quick-cooking oats3 tablespoons toasted wheat germ2 teaspoons sugar1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt2/3 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk milk, yogurt and oil until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Lightly coat a nonstick griddle with cooking spray; heat over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) hominy, drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup water1 envelope taco seasoning1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon pepperCorn chips, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed1 cup apple juice1 package (1-3/4 ounces) pectin for lower sugar recipes1 cup honey1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Rinse five 1-cup plastic or freezer-safe containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. Place blueberries in a large saucepan; mash blueberries. Stir in juice and pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in honey, nutmeg and cinnamon; return to a full rolling boil....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, softened, divided1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg yolk, room temperature1-1/2 cups all-purpose flourTOPPING:1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup honey1/2 cup heavy whipping cream4 cups chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil with 2 teaspoons butter. In a large bowl, cream remaining butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes; beat in egg yolk....

Ingredients 1/2 cup canola oil1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup finely chopped onion3 tablespoons ketchup2 tablespoons white vinegarDash pepperSALAD:1/2 pound fresh spinach, torn1 cup canned bean sprouts1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped Preparation Place the first six ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid; shake well. Chill until serving. In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, sprouts and water chestnuts....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup ground almonds2 teaspoons dried lavender flowers2 teaspoons grated lemon zestTOPPING:1-3/4 cups sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda4 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup lemon juiceConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar. Add the flour, almonds, lavender and lemon zest; beat until crumbly. Pat into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix1 can (15-3/4 ounces) lemon pie filling1 cup unsweetened finely shredded coconutFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 teaspoons grated lemon zest Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix cake mix, pie filling and coconut until blended; spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh baby carrots3 cups cubed red potatoes1 package (14 ounces) frozen pearl onions, thawed2 celery ribs, thinly sliced6 bone-in chicken breast halves (10 ounces each), skin removed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup water1/2 cup lemon juice1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the carrots, potatoes, onions and celery. Top with chicken....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup canola oil1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)1/4 cup poppy seeds3/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs and oil; gradually add cake mix and mix well. Stir in poppy seeds and lemon zest. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm enough to roll. Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/8-in....

Ingredients 8 small fresh mushrooms, halved1 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 small sweet yellow pepper, sliced1 small sweet red pepper, sliced1 small onion, sliced1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 tablespoon water4 teaspoons olive oil, divided2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 prebaked 12-inch thin whole wheat pizza crust1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce2 small tomatoes, chopped2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, zucchini, peppers, onion, vinegar, water, 3 teaspoons oil and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca2 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered2 celery ribs, cut into 3/4-inch chunks1 medium onion, cut into chunks1 slice bread, cubed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, water, tapioca, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir in the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 can (15 ounces) black beans1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans1 can (14 ounces) hominy1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 small onion, chopped1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1 envelope taco seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrainedOptional toppings: corn chips, sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese...

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 shallot, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh lemon balm or 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds) Preparation Prepare grill for indirect heat using a drip pan....

Ingredients 12 cups frozen corn1 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation In a large saucepan, combine corn and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until corn is tender, 3-4 minutes. Drain; stir in the remaining ingredients.

Ingredients 3/4 c. warm water (between 110° and 115°) 1 tsp. granulated sugar 1/2 package active dry yeast 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp. kosher salt Cooking spray 1/2 c. baking soda 1 large egg, beaten Pretzel salt Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl or measuring cup, whisk the water and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast over top and let sit until the yeast begins to foam and bubble, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 large eggs3/4 cup 2% milk1 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 teaspoons salt2 pounds ground beef4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon butter3/4 cup ketchup1/2 cup honey3 tablespoons soy sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine eggs and milk. Add the bread crumbs, onion and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach2 medium pears, thinly sliced2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons chopped pistachiosDRESSING:3 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon honey1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Divide spinach among four plates; top with pears, oranges, cheese and pistachios. Whisk the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salads. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 3 eggs 1/2 c. superfine sugar 2 tbsp. milk 3/4 c. self-rising flour 1/4 c. superfine sugar 1/2 c. jam Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F/350 degrees F fan forced. Grease 10-inch × 12-inch jelly roll pan; line base with parchment paper, extending paper 2 inches over short sides.Step 2Beat egg whites in small bowl with electric mixer until soft peaks form; add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until dissolved between additions....