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Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1-3/4 cups spaghetti sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste6 tablespoons water1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried basil3/4 teaspoon dried oregano, divided8 ounces ziti or small tube pasta1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper...

Ingredients 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced1 cup halved cherry tomatoes1 cup sliced red onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup Italian salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients; cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)4-1/2 teaspoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1 envelope zesty Italian salad dressing mix1 tablespoon sugar3 cups bread flour4-1/2 teaspoons nonfat dry milk powder2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 2 bunches kale, trimmed and torn8 bacon strips, diced2 large onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. water to a boil. Add kale; cook until tender, 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. In the drippings, cook and stir onions and garlic until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1 1/4 lb. parsnips 5 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 lb. kale 4 garlic cloves 8 large scallions Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spread the parsnips on a large rimmed baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and roast in the bottom third of the oven for about 25 minutes, or until lightly browned on the bottom and tender....

Ingredients 6 dried long red chillies, seeded for less heat 1 tsp. whole coriander seeds 1 tsp. whole cumin seeds 1 tsp. ground turmeric 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 lemongrass stalk, white part bruised and soft inside finely chopped 1 1-inch piece of galangal, peeled and, roughly chopped 2 Asian red shallots, peeled, chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped 4 Makrut lime leaves, stems removed, roughly chopped 1 tsp. shrimp paste...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, divided3/4 cup baking cocoa, divided4 large eggs, room temperature2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 jar (16.3 ounces) chunky peanut butter1/3 cup 2% milk10 large marshmallows2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup butter; stir in 1/2 cup cocoa until smooth. Remove from heat. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and vanilla until blended....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon ground turmeric4 slices fresh gingerroot1/2 lemon, sliced2 quarts water Preparation Combine all ingredients in a large glass carafe or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours.

Ingredients 4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 cup sliced almonds Preparation Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add fillets; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. Add butter, wine and lemon juice to same pan; cook and stir until butter is melted....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter1/2 cup buttermilk1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zestAdditional sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add buttermilk and lemon zest, stirring just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently 6 times. Transfer dough to a greased baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/4 cup quick-cooking grits2 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese3 tablespoons butter, divided1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon saltPepper to taste1 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined3 green onions, sliced2 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Gradually stir in grits. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4 minutes. Stir in the cheeses, 1 tablespoon butter, garlic salt, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 cup water1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup quick-cooking grits1/2 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 large eggs1/4 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extractPastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)Whipped cream, orange slices or sliced fresh strawberries, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until thickened. Add butter; stir until melted. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 hamburger buns, split4 slices deli ham (3/4 ounce each)2 pineapple slices3 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce Preparation Shape beef into two patties. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Serve on buns with ham, pineapple and teriyaki sauce.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup Domino® or C&H® Pure Cane Granulated Sugar2 eggs1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 to 3 medium)1/2 cup sour cream2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted2 tablespoons candied or crystallized ginger, optional Preparation In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, beating well after each addition. Stir in bananas and sour cream....

Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground turkey1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried sage leaves1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Crumble turkey into a large bowl. Add the salt, sage, pepper, ginger and cayenne. Shape into sixteen 2-1/2-in. patties. In a large skillet, cook patties over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until no longer pink.

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-3/4 cups warm fat-free milk (110°-115°)2 large eggs, divided use1/2 cup honey1/4 cup mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon salt3 cups whole wheat flour2-1/4 to 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. In a large bowl, combine 1 egg, honey, mashed potatoes, butter, salt, whole wheat flour, yeast mixture and 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; beat on medium speed for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 3 c. cubed pineapple 1 lb. salmon, cut into cubes 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 tbsp. sweet chili sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. freshly grated ginger 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish Lime wedges, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat grill to medium heat and place wooden skewers in water to soak....

Ingredients 4 cups birthday cake-flavored ice cream or flavor of your choice, softened if necessary1 funfetti cake mix (regular size)1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedSprinkles Preparation Line a 9-in. round pan with plastic wrap. Spread ice cream into pan. Freeze 2 hours or until firm. Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions, using two 9-in. round baking pans. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely....

Ingredients 3 lb. chuck roast Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. chopped rosemary 1 tsp. chopped thyme 3 tbsp. tomato paste 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. red wine 3 c. low-sodium beef broth 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 lb. baby potatoes, halved 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced on the bias into thick chunks Preparation Step 1Season chuck roast generously with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 small onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli, cut into 2-inch spears1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon chili powder Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in oil for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender....