Ingredients salt Olive oil for finishing the dish Freshly grated pecorino or Parmesan cheese Swiss Chard Pesto 3 well-packed cups green Swiss chard leaves 3 clove garlic Grated zest of 1 lemon, and juice salt and pepper c. toasted sunflower seeds Handful of cilantro 2 c. olive oil 1 c. Freshly grated pecorino or Parmesan cheese Preparation Step 1Swiss Chard Pesto: In a food processor, combine Swiss chard, garlic, lemon zest, a big splash of lemon juice, 2 large pinches of salt, and some pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup popcorn kernels1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons canola oil2 to 3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook popcorn, sugar and oil until oil begins to sizzle. Cover and shake until popcorn stops popping, 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle with butter. Add salt; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature3 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground cloves2 cups ground almondsRaspberry jamConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 plum tomatoes, quartered2 large sweet onions, thinly slicedGRILLED ROMAINE:4 romaine hearts2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDRESSING:1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar3 garlic cloves, peeled and halved2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Add tomatoes and onions; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 clove garlic 1 tbsp. minced red onion 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice 8 small ears of corn vegetable oil c. mayonnaise 1 tsp. pure ancho chile powder 4 oz. Cotija or ricotta salata cheese Salt and freshly ground pepper Hot sauce 12 large sea scallops Lime wedges Preparation Step 1Light a grill. In a large bowl, toss the garlic and onion with the lime juice and let stand for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 3 cloves garlic 3 c. drained and rinsed canned black beans (from two 15-ounce cans) 1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 1 oz. jar sliced pimentos 1 bay leaf 1 tsp. salt 1 1/2 lb. sirloin steak 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderately low heat....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, diced1 garlic clove, minced1 can (16 ounces) pork and beans, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 lb. dried beans Onions or shallots (optional) Garlic (optional) Dried or fresh herbs (optional) Spices (optional) Kosher salt Preparation Step 1Pour beans into a colander and rinse under cold water. Pick through beans and discard any broken beans and debris. Transfer to a large, heavy-bottomed pot.Step 2To soak overnight (optional): cover beans with 4” of cold water and place in the refrigerator and let soak overnight, or up to 12 hours....

Ingredients 2 tsp. unsalted butter 2 tsp. canola oil 2 phyllo leaves 2 1/2 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar 1 1/2 tsp. Confectioners’ sugar (optional) 1 pt. Rocky Road low-calorie ice cream or another low-calorie flavor to your liking Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Mix the melted butter and oil together in a small bowl. Spread one of the phyllo leaves on a cookie sheet, and brush it with half of the butter and oil mixture....

Ingredients 2/3 cup shredded cooked chicken breast3 tablespoons shredded carrot3 tablespoons finely chopped celery2 tablespoons mild giardiniera, chopped2 teaspoons finely chopped onion1 small garlic clove, minced1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaiseDash pepper4 slices sourdough bread2 lettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Add mayonnaise and pepper; toss to coat. Spoon 1/2 cup salad onto two bread slices; top with lettuce and remaining bread.

Ingredients 1 tbsp. cumin seeds 4 lamb leg steaks 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. water 1 1/2 lb. assorted peppers, such as bell, cubanelle, and wax Preparation Step 1In a small skillet, toast the cumin over moderate heat until fragrant, about 40 seconds. Transfer to a mortar and let cool completely. Grind the cumin seeds to a coarse powder.Step 2Rub the steaks with 1 tablespoon of the oil....

Ingredients 2 large onions, coarsely chopped1-1/2 cups packed fresh parsley sprigs1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon salt6 whole pita breads2 tablespoons olive oilTAHINI SAUCE:1/3 cup tahini2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons water1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation Place onions in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Remove and pat dry; transfer to a large bowl. Add parsley to processor; pulse until minced. Stir into onions. Add beef, egg and salt; mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 1/4 cup mayonnaise4 teaspoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheeseLemon wedges, optional Preparation Preheat broiler. In large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add asparagus; toss to coat. Place in a single layer on a wire rack over a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Broil 5-6 inches from heat until tender and lightly browned, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound fingerling potatoes, halved1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved6 tablespoons olive oil, divided3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon honey Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place potatoes and Brussels sprouts in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Roast 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring once....

Ingredients 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 tablespoons lemon juice1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed4 to 5 drops yellow food coloring, optionalAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a bowl, mix confectioners’ sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice until blended. Stir in whipped topping and, if desired, food coloring. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours before serving. Serve with fruit.

Ingredients 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs2 tablespoons sugar3 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-2/3 cups sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenThin lemon slices, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 10-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Wrap foil securely around pan. In a small bowl, mix cracker crumbs, sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 cup dry red wine1 teaspoon butter1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup cherry tomatoes6 whole unpeeled garlic cloves2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 lamb rib or loin chops (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small saucepan, saute onion in 1 teaspoon oil until tender; add the wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons....

Ingredients 5 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 pound shortening1/2 to 3/4 cup cold water1 large egg, beaten2 teaspoons white vinegarFILLING:3 cups diced fully cooked ham (1/4-inch pieces)2 tablespoons diced green pepper2 tablespoons diced pimientos1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undilutedGLAZE:1 large egg1 tablespoon waterPoppy seeds or sesame seeds Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, salt and baking powder....

Ingredients 2 pounds fully cooked bone-in ham steak, cut into serving-size portions1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling1 can (15-1/4 ounces) fruit cocktail, drained1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large skillet, cook ham in oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the pie filling, fruit cocktail, brown sugar and butter....

Ingredients 1 boneless fully cooked ham (6 pounds)2 jars (12 ounces each) cherry preserves1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Score the surface of ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Bake, uncovered, 2 hours. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine preserves, vinegar, brown sugar, water and spices....