Ingredients 1 head romaine lettuce, root end removed Olive oil, as needed Kosher salt, to taste Pepper, to taste 1 egg yolk 2 anchovy fillets packed in oil, drained (optional) 1 tsp. Dijon mustard Kosher salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Juice of 1/2 a lemon 1/2 c. oil (olive, canola, or a mix of the two) Grilled bread cubes, for croutons Grated Parmesan cheese, for topping Preparation Step 1Rinse romaine and let dry....
Ingredients c. all-purpose flour 1 c. milk 1 1/2 tbsp. butter 6 eggs 1 c. grated Gruyére cheese or strong Cheddar cheese 4 oz. sliced smoked salmon 1 1/2 tsp. baby capers 1 tbsp. fresh chervil leaves Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F/350 degrees F fan-forced. Oil 2-quart ovenproof soufflé dish; place on oven tray.Step 2Place flour in small saucepan; gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook flour mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture boils and thickens....
Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon garlic saltDash pepper6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed1 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham2 green onions, chopped3/4 cup 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in ham and green onions. Add milk; stir just until moistened. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 8-10 times....
Ingredients 1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 to 15-1/2 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 package (10 to 12 ounces) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed1 package (10 ounces) frozen leaf spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1-3/4 cups cubed fully cooked ham3 medium carrots, peeled, chopped1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon reduced-sodium seafood seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepperGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt....
Ingredients 1-3/4 cups crushed saltines (about 40 crackers)2 cups cooked rice3 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped1-1/2 cups tomato juice3/4 cup water3 tablespoons taco seasoningSeasoned salt, salt and pepper to taste1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour4 cups whole milk1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed4 cups shredded lettuce3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese3 medium tomatoes, diced1 jar (10 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives1 package (14-1/2 ounces) tortilla chips Preparation Divide crackers between 2 ungreased 13x9-in....
Ingredients 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped1/2 cup water, divided2 tablespoons butter3 large egg yolks2 tablespoons sugar1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped Preparation In a microwave, microwave the chocolate, 1/4 cup water and butter until the chocolate and butter are melted; stir until smooth. Cool for 10 minutes. In a small heavy saucepan, whisk egg yolks, sugar and remaining water. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon....
Ingredients 2 quarts water8 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 cup orange juice Preparation In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, bring water and cranberries to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until berries begin to pop, 20 minutes. Strain through a fine strainer, pressing mixture with a spoon; discard berries. Return cranberry juice to the pan. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice and orange juice....
Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup cornmeal1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef2 tablespoons canola oil2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) hominy, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce2 cups water1 envelope taco seasoning Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, cornmeal, onion, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 3/4-in....
Ingredients 2 cups julienned carrot1 thin lemon zest strip4-1/2 teaspoons honey1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a saucepan, combine the carrots, lemon zest, honey and salt; add just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until carrots are tender. Drain; discard lemon peel....
Ingredients 2 cups small curd cream-style cottage cheese2 large eggs1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 small onion, choppedSour cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese and eggs. Stir in the flour, salt and 1 tablespoon butter. In a Dutch oven, bring 3 qts. of water to a boil. Reduce heat. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into simmering water, stirring gently to prevent sticking; cook pierogi in batches for 4-6 minutes or until slightly firm....
Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basilDash salt and pepper2 tablespoons butter, divided2-1/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup Marsala wine or chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, basil, salt and pepper. Add chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat....
Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided1 large egg1 cup sour cream1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries2 teaspoons grated lemon zest Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix and 1/2 cup sugar. Whisk egg and sour cream; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in blueberries. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups half full. Combine lemon zest and remaining sugar; sprinkle over batter....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon water1 envelope unsweetened lemonade soft drink mix1 tablespoon thawed lemonade concentrate6 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam, warmed Preparation In a small bowl, combine the water and soft drink mix until dissolved. Stir in lemonade concentrate. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and lemonade mixture until fluffy....
Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons white wine vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined1 package (16 ounces) linguine1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch piecesLEMON DRESSING:2/3 cup olive oil2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/2 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1/3 cup minced fresh basil Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, vinegar, parsley, cayenne, oregano and salt; add shrimp....
Ingredients 1 cup chopped celery1/3 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon dill weed5 cups cubed cooked lobster meat (about 4 small lobsters)8 hoagie rolls, split and toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice and dill weed. Gently stir in lobster. Serve on rolls.
Ingredients 2-1/3 cups uncooked penne pasta3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk1 cup half-and-half cream1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup shredded Colby cheese2 cups cubed fully cooked hamTOPPING:1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and cream....
Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked spaetzle1/3 cup finely chopped onion2 teaspoons butter2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup 2% milk3/4 cup fresh broccoli florets1/3 cup shredded Gruyere cheese1/3 cup cubed deli ham1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook spaetzle according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....
Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1 small onion, cut into wedges2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons vinegar2 tablespoons ketchup1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/3 cup vegetable oilSalad greens and vegetables of your choiceCrumbled blue cheese Preparation Place the first seven ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. In a salad bowl, combine greens and vegetables; sprinkle with blue cheese. Serve with dressing. Refrigerate any leftover dressing....
Ingredients 4 teaspoons instant coffee granules1 cup boiling waterSugar substitute equivalent to 4 teaspoons sugar, optional1 cup fat-free milk4 teaspoons chocolate syrup1/8 teaspoon vanilla extractIce cubes Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve coffee in water. Add sweetener if desired. Stir in the milk, chocolate syrup and vanilla; mix well. Serve over ice.
Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided24 ounces Baker’s white baking chocolate, coarsely chopped1 cup sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/3 cup Kahlua (coffee liqueur) Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter. In a large heavy saucepan, cook and stir white chocolate over low heat until melted. Add milk and remaining butter; stir until blended. Remove from heat; stir in pecans and Kahlua....
