Ingredients 3 cups dried lentils, rinsed3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups uncooked instant oatmeal2 tablespoons canola oil10 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese or provolone cheeseMarinara sauce, warmed, optional Preparation Cook lentils according to package directions; drain and cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine eggs and seasonings; stir in cooked lentils and oatmeal. Shape into ten 3/4-in....

Ingredients 6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3 pounds), halved and thinly sliced3 large sweet red peppers, thinly sliced3 large onions, halved and thinly sliced1/3 cup olive oil6 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons pepper12 bun-length beef hot dogs12 hot dog buns, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine potatoes, red peppers and onions. In a small bowl, mix oil, garlic, salt and pepper; add to potato mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 4 lime wedges3 tablespoons kosher salt1 pint kumquats (about 30)3/4 cup tequila3 tablespoons lime juice3 cups crushed ice1/3 cup sugar Preparation Using lime wedges, moisten the rims of four margarita or cocktail glasses. Sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rims in salt. Set glasses aside. Place tequila in a blender. Rinse kumquats; cut in half and remove seeds. Add to blender; cover and process until pureed. Strain, discarding skins and pulp....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup water1 envelope spaghetti sauce mix, divided1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, water and 3 tablespoons spaghetti sauce mix; heat through....

Ingredients 2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 tablespoons cold butter Preparation In a small bowl, combine the rhubarb and sugar. In another bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon and nutmeg; cut in butter until crumbly. In two 10-oz. baking dishes or ramekins coated with cooking spray, layer half of the rhubarb mixture and half of the crumb mixture....

Ingredients 2 medium yellow summer squash, sliced2 medium sweet red peppers, sliced1 large sweet onion, halved and sliced2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Divide between 2 double thicknesses of heavy-duty foil (about 18x12 in.). Fold foil around vegetable mixture and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Open foils carefully to allow steam to escape....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 cups spaghetti sauce2 tablespoons taco seasoning1/4 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon white pepper2-1/4 cups whole milk8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta)2 cups hot cooked long grain rice1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped4 medium tomatoes, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 package (9 ounces) tortilla chips, crushed1 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients BASTING SAUCE:2-1/4 cups chicken broth1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon each dried marjoram, rubbed sage and dried rosemary, crushed1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced chivesDRESSING:1 loaf (1 pound) sliced bread1 pound bulk pork sausage1/2 cup butter, cubed4 cups thinly sliced celery3 cups thinly sliced carrots1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped1/2 pound cubed fully cooked ham2 cups green onions2 cups chopped pecans1 large tart apple, chopped1 cup chopped dried apricots1 tablespoon rubbed sage2 teaspoons dried marjoram1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup egg substitute1 turkey (16 to 18 pounds)1 cup chicken broth...

Ingredients 3 pounds country-style pork ribs1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup ketchup1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup honey1/4 cup spicy brown mustard2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional Preparation Place ribs in a large kettle or Dutch oven; sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper. Add enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until juices run clear and ribs are tender; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups chopped pecans, toasted1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring or vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides of pan. In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar and salt until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 5 cups all-purpose flour1 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided4 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups shortening4 large egg yolks1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups chopped walnuts, divided1 jar (18 ounces) seedless strawberry jam Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sour cream, water and vanilla; gradually add to crumb mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon paprika5 tablespoons cold butter3/4 cup 2% milk1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese3 tablespoons diced pickled jalapeno slices Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, thyme and paprika. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk, cheese and jalapeno. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Pat or roll out to 1/2-in....

Ingredients 3 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple chunks1/2 cup cubed peeled jicama Preparation In a bowl, mash avocados until almost smooth. Stir in lime juice and ½ teaspoon salt. Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Adjust seasoning with additional lime juice and salt if desired. Top with pineapple and jicama.

Ingredients 1 pound unsalted butter, melted and cooled 3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided1 large egg yolk1 teaspoon vanilla extract6 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, beat butter and 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar until blended. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually stir into butter mixture until blended (mixture will be crumbly). Shape heaping tablespoons of dough into crescents....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the lemon juice, zest and vanilla. Combine the flour, rosemary and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into two 12-in. rolls; wrap each and freeze for 30 minutes or until firm....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in butter until tender. Add the spinach, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted. Drain pasta. Add to skillet; toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup chicken broth3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. Set aside 4-1/2 teaspoons for sauce. Sprinkle remaining flour mixture over both sides of chicken. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups ground hazelnuts1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon saltDash ground cloves1 cup cold butter, cubed2 eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1-1/3 cups seedless raspberry jamConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add eggs and lemon zest; stir until mixture forms a ball. Divide into fourths. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until chilled....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning2 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup minced fresh parsley3 tablespoons minced chives1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with lemon-pepper. In a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon each oil and butter for 6-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 6 pounds pork baby back ribs, cut into two-rib portions2 cups water, divided3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 cup honey1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce Preparation Place ribs bone side down in a large roasting pan; pour 1 cup water over ribs. Cover tightly and bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic powder and ginger....