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Ingredients 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup chopped onion1/3 cup salted peanuts2 teaspoons ground coriander2 teaspoons brown sugar1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 cup chicken broth2 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 5 ounces each), cut into 1-inch cubes Preparation In a blender, combine the first 10 ingredients; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small saucepan; stir in butter and broth....

Ingredients 1/4 medium green or sweet yellow pepper, julienned3 tablespoons chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 Italian sausage link (about 1/4 pound), casing removed1 cup canned diced tomatoes, undrained2/3 cup tomato juice15 slices pepperoni, halved1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon dried basilPepper to taste1/3 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon sliced ripe olives2 tablespoons Romano or Parmesan cheeseHot cooked linguine orfettuccine Preparation In a skillet, saute the green pepper, onion and garlic in oil until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup whole milk2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1 envelope taco seasoning1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 each medium sweet red and green pepper, chopped2 green onions, chopped1/4 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup ranch salad dressing2 cups shredded lettuce1 medium tomato, chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained Preparation In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix and milk....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, melted1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup molasses2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 cup sugar or coarse sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and butter until blended. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon and cloves; gradually add to brown sugar mixture and mix well (dough will be stiff)....

Ingredients 1/2 c. Greek yogurt 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp. whole grain-mustard kosher salt Pepper 1 bunch Tuscan kale (12 oz.) 4 1 in. thick slices ciabatta bread 1 garlic clove, halved lengthwise 1/2 c. pecorino cheese shavings Preparation Step 1Preheat a cast-iron grill pan. In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt with the 6 tablespoons of olive oil, the lemon juice and mustard....

Ingredients 1/2 small sweet red pepper, stemmed and seeded2 slices fresh pineapple (1/2 inch)2/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves2/3 cup parsley sprigs (stems removed)4 teaspoons lime juice1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup island teriyaki sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)Hot cooked couscous, optional 2 green onions, sliced1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted Preparation Place pepper and pineapple on an oiled grill rack over medium heat; grill, covered, until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes per side....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken1 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds12 brown-and-serve rolls1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in chicken, ham, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and poppy seeds. Without separating rolls, split rolls in half with a serrated knife....

Ingredients 2/3 cup cold water2/3 cup plus 4 to 6 tablespoons cold whole milk, divided1 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 teaspoon saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for 8 crepes):1 to 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard8 thin slices deli ham1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a blender, combine the water, 2/3 cup of milk, flour, eggs, butter and salt. Cover and process until smooth. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Add remaining milk if batter is too thick....

Ingredients 8 large tomatoes1 teaspoon celery salt1/8 teaspoon garlic salt2-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2/3 cup chopped fully cooked lean ham1/3 cup minced chives2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup water, divided2 teaspoons cornstarch1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup lemon juice4 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato; remove core. Scoop out pulp and discard, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Sprinkle celery salt and garlic salt inside tomatoes; invert onto paper towels to drain for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetablesTOPPING:3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed and drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 large egg1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic until beef is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomatoes, chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 large egg1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1/4 cup shredded Asiago cheeseFILLING:3 large eggs1 tablespoon minced fresh chives1/3 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1/3 cup fresh baby spinach, thinly sliced 2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Grease 8 muffin cups. In a bowl, whisk egg, salt and pepper until blended; stir in potatoes and Asiago cheese. To form crusts, press about 1/4 cup potato mixture onto bottom and up sides of each prepared muffin cup....

Ingredients 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs 1/4 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 1/2 tsp. fresh mint 1 1/2 tsp. fresh tarragon 1 clove garlic 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 rack lamb (7 to 8 ribs per rack) (see Tip) 2 tbsp. canola oil 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard Preparation Step 1To make herbed breadcrumbs: In a medium bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley, mint, tarragon, and garlic....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened20 slices snack rye bread20 slices snack pumpernickel breadHAM SALAD:1/2 pound deli ham salad1/4 cup finely chopped celery1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceCHICKEN SALAD:1/2 pound deli chicken salad1/4 cup diced peeled apple1 tablespoon sour creamChristmas bow, optional Preparation Spread butter over one side of each slice of bread. In a bowl, combine the ham salad ingredients. In another bowl, combine the chicken salad, apple and sour cream. Spread ham salad on half of the rye bread slices; top with remaining rye....

Ingredients 4 pounds meaty beef soup bones (beef shanks or short ribs)2 medium onions, quartered3 chopped medium carrots, optional1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3 bay leaves3 garlic cloves, peeled8 to 10 whole peppercornsCold water Preparation Place bones in a large stockpot or Dutch oven; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Drain, discarding liquid. Rinse bones; drain. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°....

Ingredients 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 c. diced onion 2 celery stalks, diced 2 carrots, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. fresh thyme 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2" pieces Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 32 oz. low-sodium chicken stock 1 lb. egg noodles 1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley Preparation Step 1In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions, celery, and carrots and cook until softened, 6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, undrained1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup vegetable oil4 large eggs1 teaspoon orange extractTOPPING:2 cups cold whole milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Drain oranges, reserving juice. Set oranges aside. In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, oil, eggs, orange extract and reserved juice on low speed for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1/2 cup lime juice1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 cup honey1 garlic clove, minced1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 each medium green, sweet red and yellow pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces Preparation In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, lemon juice, honey and garlic. Pour 1-1/4 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons honey, warmed1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon curry powder1 to 1-1/4 pounds meaty bone-in chicken pieces Preparation In a bowl, combine the butter, honey, mustard and curry; set aside. Place chicken skin side down in a greased 8-in. square baking dish; brush with sauce. Turn chicken skin side up; brush with sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until chicken juices run clear, basting often....

Ingredients 3 large potatoes2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon mustard seed1/2 teaspoon celery seed3/4 teaspoon salt, divided3 cups cubed cooked corned beef3 cups chopped cabbage1/2 cup chopped radishes, optional3/4 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup dill pickle relish1/4 cup sliced green onions4 teaspoons milk3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard, optional Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1/2 pound beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes2 tablespoons butter, divided1 celery rib, chopped1/3 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup frozen cut green beans1/4 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1 to 2 tablespoons cornstarch Preparation In a large saucepan, cook meat in 1 tablespoon butter until browned; drain and set meat aside. In same saucepan, saute the celery, onion and garlic with remaining butter until tender....