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Ingredients 3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1/4 cup olive oil, divided1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup chopped red onion3 tablespoons minced fresh mint2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1 medium lemon, juiced and zested1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine zucchini and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add salt and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a grill wok or open grill basket; place on grill rack....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. asparagus, stalks trimmed 2 tsp. olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 8 large eggs 3 tbsp. butter, divided 2 tbsp. finely chopped chives, plus more for garnish 8 slices ham 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 1/3 c. whole milk 2/3 c. freshly grated Parmesan Pinch of nutmeg (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400º. On a medium baking sheet, toss asparagus with oil. Season with salt and pepper and roast until tender, 10 minutes....

Ingredients 10 fresh spinach leaves, julienned1/2 teaspoon ground ginger2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 pound fully cooked ham, coarsely ground (about 2 cups)4 water chestnuts, chopped1/4 cup crushed pineapple, undrained2 tablespoons chopped green onion1 tablespoon soy sauce7 egg roll wrappersCanola oil for fryingSweet-and-sour sauce Preparation In a large saucepan, saute spinach and ginger in olive oil for 1-2 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the ham, water chestnuts, pineapple, green onion and soy sauce....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni3 tablespoons cider vinegar, divided2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup 2% milk1 large carrot, grated1 celery rib, finely chopped, optional2 tablespoons grated onion1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperChopped green onions, optional Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Toss macaroni with 1 tablespoon vinegar; cool completely. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar and next 8 ingredients....

Ingredients 4 cups whole milk, divided3 cups cooked long grain rice2/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extractPINEAPPLE SAUCE:1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon butter1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a saucepan, combine 3-1/2 cups milk, rice, sugar and salt; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook for 15 minutes or until thick and creamy, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh beets2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon prepared horseradish Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Scrub beets, trimming tops to 1 in. Wrap in foil; bake beets on a baking sheet until tender, 50-60 minutes. Remove foil; cool completely. Peel and julienne beets. In a bowl, combine sugar, vinegar and horseradish. Add beets and toss to coat. Cover and chill 6 hours or overnight.

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch diagonal slices3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon saltGrated lemon zest, optional Preparation Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar, lemon juice and salt; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Drain carrots; add butter mixture and toss gently....

Ingredients 1 cup minced fresh basil1 cup canola oil1/2 cup lemon juice1/4 cup white wine vinegar2 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Pour 1-1/2 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips, halved6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper6 thin slices sweet onion6 thin slices tomato6 thin slices avocado6 thin slices Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Cook bacon according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, salt, oregano and pepper; add chicken....

Ingredients 3 cups hearts of romaine salad mix2 medium nectarines, chopped2 cups julienned fully cooked ham1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1/2 cup Caesar salad croutons1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseCREAMY CAESAR DRESSING:1/3 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sour cream4 teaspoons chopped onion4 teaspoons half-and-half cream1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon dried oreganoDash pepper Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the salad mix, nectarines, ham, cilantro, croutons and cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salad....

Ingredients 5 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (16 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 cup julienned green pepper1 cup green grapes1 cup seedless red grapes1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup salted cashews1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green onionDRESSING:1/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup plain yogurt4 teaspoons apple juice1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Combine the dressing ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups chicken broth1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice2 teaspoons chili powder2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3/4 cup julienned green pepper3/4 cup julienned sweet red or yellow pepper1/2 cup thinly sliced onion8 ounces orange roughy or red snapper fillet, cut into 1-inch pieces4 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined3/4 cup orange juice concentrate Preparation In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add the rice, chili powder and garlic; return to a boil....

Ingredients 5 cups nonfat dry milk powder3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon11 cups waterOptional: Miniature marshmallows and peppermint candy sticks Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the milk powder, sugar, cocoa, vanilla and cinnamon; gradually whisk in water until smooth. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours, until heated through. If desired, top with marshmallows and use peppermint sticks for stirrers.

Ingredients 1/2 c. (1 stick) Land O Lakes® Unsalted Butter, plus more for greasing the pan 1/3 c. turbinado sugar 1 pears, sliced 1/4" thick, unpeeled 2/3 c. granulated sugar 1/3 c. light brown sugar 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped, pod reserved 2 large eggs 1/2 tsp. almond extract 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. almond flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. kosher salt...

Ingredients 2 jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded1-1/2 cups vodka6 to 8 cups ice cubes3 cups pomegranate juice3 cups Italian blood orange soda, chilledLime wedges Preparation For jalapeno vodka, place jalapenos and vodka in a glass jar or container. Refrigerate, covered, 2-3 days to allow flavors to blend. Strain before using. For each serving, fill cocktail shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add 3 oz. pomegranate juice and 1-1/2 oz. jalapeno vodka; cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker, 10-15 seconds....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons chopped fresh orange segments1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup olive oil2 teaspoons lime juice3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch strips Preparation Combine the first nine ingredients in a resealable plastic; add chicken and turn to coat. Seal and refrigerate for 1 hour. Drain and discard marinade. Thread meat on metal or soaked wood skewers....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups white vinegar3/4 cup canola oil6 tablespoons water4-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning3/4 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon pepper3 broiler/fryer chickens (3 to 4 pounds each), quartered or cut up Preparation In a bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Remove 1 cup for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large shallow dish; add chicken. Turn chicken to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight, turning once or twice....

Ingredients 4 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin5 cups boiling water, divided4 packages (3 ounces each) grape gelatin2 cups cold milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve orange gelatin in 2-1/2 cups boiling water. In another bowl, dissolve grape gelatin in remaining boiling water; set both aside for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mixes until smooth, about 1 minute....

Ingredients 6 large egg whites, room temperature1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1 cup sugar2 cups ground hazelnuts1/4 cup all-purpose flourMOCHA GANACHE:8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons instant coffee granulesBUTTERCREAM:2/3 cup sugar1/4 cup water4 large egg yolks, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup butter, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugarAdditional ground hazelnutsWhole hazelnuts and chocolate leaves Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 4 cups whole wheat flour2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt3 cups buttermilk2 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flours, sugars, baking soda and salt. Stir in buttermilk and eggs just until moistened. Fold in raisins and nuts. Pour into two 9x5-in. loaf pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....