Ingredients 6 c. packed arugula 2 c. Israeli couscous 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. pine nuts 4 clove garlic 1/4 c. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese salt Freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 pt. red cherry tomatoes 4 yellow or orange tomatoes Preparation Step 1Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the 6 cups of arugula and blanch for 10 seconds. With a slotted spoon, transfer the arugula to a colander....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. sugar snap peas 3 c. jasmine rice 1/4 c. vegetable oil 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 6 tbsp. rice vinegar 1 pt. yellow or red cherry tomatoes 1/2 c. thinly sliced cornichons 1 c. chopped basil salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a saucepan of boiling salted water, blanch the snap peas until crisp-tender; using a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate and let cool.Step 2Add the rice to the boiling water and cook, stirring a few times, until just tender, 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 pound ground beef2 tablespoons chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoDash cayenne pepper1-1/4 cups 4% cottage cheese, drained1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon onion powder6 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped2 cups water3/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons paprika1 to 2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon garlic powder2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold waterHot cooked noodles or mashed potatoes Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; crumble meat; drain. Add the water, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, sugar, salt, mustard and garlic powder....

Ingredients 2 celery ribs, chopped1 small onion, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute celery and onion in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup Irish cream liqueurFROSTING:1/3 cup butter, softened4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese6 tablespoons Irish cream liqueur4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1-1/4 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped2 cups small jelly beans Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil; grease foil with butter. In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Spread into prepared pan. Top with jelly beans, pressing to adhere. Let stand until set. Cut or break bark into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 1/2 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces3 bacon strips, diced1 small onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 cups water2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/8 teaspoon pepper2 kale leaves, torn or 1/3 cup chopped fresh spinach1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or 2% milk Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, brown kielbasa and bacon; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. Add onion; cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups raisins, chopped8 dried figs, finely chopped1/2 cup brandyCAKE:2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/3 cups buttermilk1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 large egg whitesFROSTING:2 cups butter, softened6 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 to 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine raisins and figs. Add brandy; toss to combine....

Ingredients 1 package instant lasagne noodles 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 1/2 lb. Italian sausage 1/4 c. red wine 1 can Italian plum tomatoes 1 c. whipping cream or whole milk 1 pinch nutmeg Salt and freshly ground pepper 4 c. grated mozzarella 1 c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble in sausage meat and cook stirring, for 3 minutes or until sausage loses its pinkness....

Ingredients 8 bone-in chicken breast halves salt and pepper 3 tbsp. olive oil 2 lemons 2 onions 4 clove garlic 1 c. green olives 2 c. chicken stock or reduced-sodium broth 1 tsp. dried thyme 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper Preparation Step 1Sprinkle the chicken with 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat. In two batches, sear the chicken, skin side first, until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon dried basil4 boneless pork loin chops (1-1/4 inches thick and 6 ounces each) Preparation In a shallow dish, combine egg and lemon juice. In another shallow dish, combine the bread crumbs, butter, lemon zest and basil. Dip pork chops in egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture. Place in a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup lemon juice1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 garlic clove, minced1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Remove 1/4 cup for basting; cover and refrigerate. Add chicken to the bag; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade from chicken....

Ingredients 2/3 cup Miracle Whip or mayonnaise2/3 cup sour cream1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups diced cooked chicken1 cup thinly sliced celery1 cup chopped green pepper2 large red apples, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, optional1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Stir in chicken, celery, green pepper, apples if desired, onion and parsley....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh or frozen sliced peeled peaches, thawed1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour6 tablespoons cold butter6 ice cream waffle bowls3 cups vanilla ice cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine peaches, sugar and vanilla. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square disposable foil pan. In a small bowl, combine oats, brown sugar and flour; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over filling....

Ingredients 4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon brown sugar1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes16 medium fresh mushrooms1 large red onion, cut into wedges8 cherry tomatoesHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and brown sugar. Stir in the broth, soy sauce, garlic and ginger until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 pound beef top round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth2 cups water1/3 cup medium pearl barley3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup chopped carrots1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 cup frozen peas Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Brown beef on all sides; drain. Stir in broth, water, barley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups uncooked penne pasta1 pound ground beef1 teaspoon minced garlic1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups chopped fresh spinach2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 small sweet red pepper, chopped2 green onions, chopped1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup frozen corn2/3 cup taco sauce1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper6 whole wheat pita pocket halves6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseOptional: Sliced avocado and additional taco sauce Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, red pepper and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons salt2 large eggs, room temperature6 to 7 cups bread flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, butter, salt, eggs and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....