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Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread3 garlic cloves, minced, divided3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 large sweet red peppers, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil, divided2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano6 plum tomatoes, sliced3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese, julienned1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cut bread in half lengthwise; place on a baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter1 egg1/3 cup milkFresh or frozen sliced strawberries, sweetenedWhipped cream Preparation In a bowl, combine dry ingredients; cut in the butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Beat the egg and milk; stir into flour mixture. Spoon into five microwave-safe 4-oz. custard cups. Microwave at 50% power for 3 minutes. Cook on high for 2-3 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 large onion, quartered2 to 4 serrano peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped2 medium cucumbers, peeled, quartered and seeds removed2 large tomatoes, cut into chunks6 green onions, coarsely chopped (about 3/4 cup)2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (26-30 per pound)3/4 cup lime juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperTortilla chips or tostada shells Preparation Place onion and peppers in a food processor; pulse until very finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/4 cup lime juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Substitute1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1 medium lime, sliced1 teaspoon cornstarch1 teaspoon water Preparation Place salmon in an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, brown sugar, butter, Soy Sauce Substitute, parsley, garlic powder and pepper; pour over fillets. Top with lime slices....

Ingredients 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 medium red onions 4 clove garlic 2 lb. red cabbage 1 lb. linguine Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 c. Greek feta cheese Preparation Step 1In a large, deep skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the sliced onions, cover, and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until they are very soft, about 10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons curry powder4 teaspoons ground cumin4 teaspoons paprika3 teaspoons ground ginger3 teaspoons ground allspice1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper4 bone-in chicken breast halves with skin (8 ounces each)4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; rub over chicken pieces. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Grill the chicken, covered, over indirect medium heat for 30-40 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 165° for chicken breasts and 170°-175° for thighs....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon orange juice1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon sugar1 garlic clove, mincedDash crushed red pepper flakesDash ground ginger2/3 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined12 cherry tomatoesHot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine first seven ingredients. Cover and refrigerate 2 tablespoons for basting. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients ONION JAM:2 large sweet onions, sliced1 cup dry red wine2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons apricot preservesSANDWICHES:8 slices cinnamon-raisin bread8 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham4 slices aged cheddar cheese3 tablespoons butter, softened Preparation For jam, place onions and wine in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in the honey, vinegar, pepper flakes, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/2 shallot 2 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 pink grapefruit 1 fennel bulb 1 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves 16 sea scallops (about 1 pound) Preparation Step 1Light a grill. In a small bowl, pour the lemon juice over the minced shallot and let stand for 5 minutes. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season the dressing with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried basil3 large ears fresh corn on the cob, cut into 3-inch pieces2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium sweet onion, sliced1 large green pepper, diced10 cherry tomatoes1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained1/4 cup butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the oil, salt, parsley and basil. Add vegetables and toss to coat....

Ingredients 5 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion 1 lb. ground beef tsp. cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Coarse salt ground pepper 3 tbsp. sliced almonds 3 tbsp. chopped parsley 5 large eggs 3 tbsp. milk 8 phyllo sheets 1 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until translucent, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon honey2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 slices whole wheat bread, toasted and cubed4 cups chopped fresh tomatoes Preparation In a nonstick skillet, cook onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in the flour until blended; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the honey, mustard, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in bread cubes and tomatoes....

Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, chopped1/2 cup chopped fully cooked ham1 small onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 tablespoon butter6 large eggs1/4 cup whole milk1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar or process American cheese Preparation In a 12-in. nonstick skillet, cook green pepper, ham, onion and mushrooms in butter until tender; remove from skillet and set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs with milk, parsley, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 large onion, sliced4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup water1 envelope brown gravy mix1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterHot mashed potatoes Preparation Place onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker; top with ribs. Combine the mushrooms, soup, 1/2 cup water, gravy mix, garlic and thyme; pour over ribs. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 6-6-1/2 hours....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 tablespoon dried oregano1 to 2 teaspoons fennel seed, crushed1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine tomato sauce and paste. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Cool. Pour into jars or freezer containers, leaving 1/2-in....

Ingredients CHILI:1 pound ground beef1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons Hungarian paprika3/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon saltDash cayenne pepper1-1/2 cups waterHOT DOGS:1 package (14 ounces) smoked kielbasa links6 hot dog buns, splitOptional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, yellow mustard and chopped onion Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic and Italian seasoning; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll each pastry sheet into a 12-in. x 10-in. rectangle; cut each widthwise into 1-in. strips. Twist each strip two to three times; place on greased baking sheets. Brush with butter mixture; sprinkle with cheese....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup quick-cooking oats3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips, melted Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Drop by 1-1/2-inch scoops 4 inches apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 6 tablespoons butter, divided2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) white baking chips2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk2/3 cup marshmallow creme1-1/2 teaspoons lemon extract Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil. Grease foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a large saucepan, melt remaining 6 tablespoons butter over low heat. Add chips and milk; cook and stir until chips are melted, 10-12 minutes. Stir in marshmallow creme and extract; cook and stir until smooth, 3-4 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2/3 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta1/2 medium lemon, cut into 4 wedges1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides; remove from pan. Add broth to skillet; increase heat to medium-high. Cook 1-2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan....