Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds4 medium apples, diced1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 large carrot, grated1/2 cup raisinsLettuce leaves, optional Preparation For dressing, combine the sugar, lemon juice, zest and poppy seeds in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cool. In a large bowl, combine the apples, oranges, carrot and raisins....

Ingredients 3/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons water3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 teaspoon cornstarch2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon grated lime zestHot cooked rice Preparation Place the asparagus, garlic and water in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon white vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes18 miniature whole wheat bunsBaby spinach leaves3 center-cut bacon strips, cooked and crumbledSliced jalapeno peppers, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice and 1-1/2 cups pineapple (save the extra pineapple for another use). In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup reserved crushed pineapple, pepper and salt....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 cup water1 bay leaf1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepperHot cooked spaghetti2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, peppers, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain....

Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped6 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced3 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped (about 10 tomatoes)1 cup vegetable or chicken broth1 tablespoon dried basil1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta1 block (24 ounces) Havarti cheese, cut into 1/2-in. cubes1 cup pitted Greek olives1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, saute onions in oil until tender....

Ingredients 3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon hoisin sauce1 tablespoon oyster sauce1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot2 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 5 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Place pork in a shallow 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray; pour sauce over pork. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup shortening3 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature6 tablespoons evaporated milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons almond extract6 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 6 tablespoons half-and-half creamFood coloring of your choice, optionalAssorted sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, milk and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1/4 cup chocolate chips1/4 cup heavy whipping creamFONDANT:6 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon water4-3/4 teaspoons meringue powder1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract6-3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugarRed, green and yellow paste food coloringAdditional confectioners’ sugar10 inch square covered board Preparation Prepare cake batter according to package directions; pour into two greased 9-in. square baking pans and two greased muffin cups. Bake the cakes at 350° for 25 minutes and the cupcakes for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extractRed and green liquid food coloring3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconutYellow decorating frosting Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar. Beat in flour and vanilla. Remove 1 cup dough; add red food coloring and knead until well combined. Cover and refrigerate remaining dough for 1 hour. For hot dogs, divide red dough into 16 portions. Shape into 2-1/2-in....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. green beans 1 c. halved grape tomatoes 1/2 c. pitted Niçoise olives 1 c. roasted red or yellow bell peppers 2 can flat anchovies packed in olive oil 1/2 c. torn basil leaves 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 4 tuna steaks 4 large eggs 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put the beans in a steamer basket and steam over 1 inch of boiling water until crisp-tender, 4 minutes; transfer to a large roasting pan....

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 box yellow cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box 3 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/3 c.) 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 c. chopped toasted pecans 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, room temperature 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, room temperature 2 1/2 c. powdered sugar, sifted 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Kosher salt Crushed Nilla Wafers, for garnish 1 banana, thinly sliced, for garnish...

Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/4 c. popcorn kernels 1 to 3 tbsp. melted butter (optional) Preferred seasonings Preparation Step 1In a large pot with a lid, heat oil over medium-high heat.Step 2Add a couple kernels and wait for them to pop. When they do, add the rest of the popcorn, cover, and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until popping sound slows, about 3 to 4 minutes.Step 3Remove pan from heat and pour popcorn into a large bowl....

Ingredients 12 c. popped popcorn 1 1/2 c. Beer Nuts or shelled salted peanuts 1 stick unsalted butter 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 1/4 c. packed light-brown sugar c. light corn syrup Coarse salt 1/4 tsp. baking soda Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Place popcorn and nuts in a large bowl. Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Stir in sugar, corn syrup, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons prepared horseradish2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperBURGERS:1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/3 cup beef broth2-1/2 teaspoons hamburger seasoning, divided 6 hamburger buns, split3 tablespoons butter, softenedOptional: Shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and red onion Preparation Cut 2 Tbsp. butter into 6 slices, let remain butter soften. Place slices in a single layer on a small plate; freeze until firm. For sauce, in a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, horseradish, mustard, salt and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zestColored sugars Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and lemon zest; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup shortening1-1/4 cups sugar, divided2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups cake flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup milk6 egg whitesFILLING:1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1-3/4 cups milk3 egg yolks, lightly beaten1/4 cup lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped Preparation In a bowl, cream butter, shortening and 1 cup sugar. Add lemon zest and vanilla; mix well....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1 large onion, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, sliced1 garlic clove, minced3 cups water1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons reduced-sodium beef bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded cabbage1 cup fresh or frozen cut green beans (1-inch pieces)1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni...

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup cold butter, cubed4 large eggs2 cups sugar1/3 cup lime juice1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest1/2 teaspoon baking powderAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour and confectioners’ sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan.Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, lime juice and zest until frothy....

Ingredients 1 small shallot 8 flat anchovy fillets 2 tbsp. red-wine vinegar 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. plus 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 tbsp. hot water 1 lb. swordfish steak 1/2 lb. thin linguine c. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1In a blender, combine the shallot, anchovies, vinegar, lemon juice, Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. Cooking oil 1/2 tsp. ground coriander 1 tbsp. soy sauce 1 clove garlic 2 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 6 large mushrooms (about 1 pound in all) 2 c. water 2 c. couscous 4 scallions including green tops 1 cucumber 12 cherry tomatoes 1/2 c. Chopped cilantro Grated zest of 1 lemon 1 tbsp. lemon juice 6 tbsp. olive oil Preparation Step 1Heat the broiler or grill....