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Ingredients 1 cup whole milk1 large egg1 tablespoon canola oil2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups milk2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperPinch ground nutmeg2 drops hot pepper sauce2 cups diced fully cooked ham5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (about 1/2 cup) Preparation In a bowl, combine milk, egg and oil; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to milk mixture and mix until smooth....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef3 cups water2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 celery rib, chopped1 envelope onion soup mix2 cups uncooked instant rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, carrots, celery and soup mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Return to a boil. Add rice; cover....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese8 large eggs, lightly beaten1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted3/4 cup evaporated milk Preparation Crumble sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with hash browns and cheese. In a large bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; pour over the top....

Ingredients 1/2 small carrot, grated1/2 celery rib, chopped2 tablespoons chopped green pepper1 tablespoon chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3/4 teaspoon sugarDash pepper1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch Preparation In a small saucepan, saute the carrot, celery, green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Set aside 2 tablespoons broth. Add the tomatoes, sugar, pepper and remaining broth to vegetable mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef2 tablespoons taco seasoning1/3 cup water1 small onion, finely chopped1 to 2 Anaheim or Poblano chilies, roasted, peeled and finely chopped or 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/8 teaspoon salt4 flour tortillas (8 inches)1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, dividedSour cream and salsa, optional...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cooked brown rice1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup sunflower kernels1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/2 cup shredded carrot3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 egg1 egg white1 cup garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split6 lettuce leaves6 slices tomato6 slices onion Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In a food processor, combine the egg, egg white and garbanzo beans; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 1 lb. wild rice 2 qt. chicken stock or canned chicken broth 1/2 onion 2 carrots 2 tbsp. garlic 1/2 c. Dried apricot 10 pheasant breast 1 tbsp. salt and pepper mix 1/2 c. olive oil with chopped rosemary, thyme and sage Preparation Step 1Boil the rice with the chicken stock; cook until soft and most of the liquid is gone.Step 2Add the onion, carrot, garlic, and apricot. Cook until the vegetables are soft and all liquid has been absorbed....

Ingredients 2 medium baking potatoes1-1/2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 tablespoon minced chives1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried basilDash cayenne pepper3 tablespoons fat-free milk3 teaspoons butter, melted, dividedDash garlic powderDash paprika Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 375° for 1 hour or until tender. Cool for 10 minutes. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving thin shells. In a large bowl, mash pulp with cream cheese, chives, salt, basil and cayenne....

Ingredients 2 large onions, sliced1 fresh beef brisket (3 pounds)3/4 cup ketchup1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic powder2 beef bouillon cubes1-1/2 cups hot water5 small potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks4 medium carrots, cut into chunks2 celery ribs, cut into chunks Preparation Place onions in a greased shallow roasting pan; top with brisket. Combine the ketchup, paprika and garlic powder; spread over brisket. Dissolve bouillon in hot water; pour into pan. Cover and bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours....

Ingredients 4 c. coleslaw mix 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 tbsp. cider vinegar 1 tsp. granulated sugar Kosher salt 1 lb. thinly sliced pastrami 8 slices lightly toasted seeded rye bread 2 tbsp. French’s Classic Yellow Mustard, plus more for serving Cornichons or small pickles, for serving Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, toss the coleslaw mix with 2 tablespoons of the oil, vinegar, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well combined....

Ingredients 1/4 pound bulk pork sausage1 teaspoon cumin seeds1/8 teaspoon ground coriander1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3/4 cup canned hominy, rinsed and drained1 to 2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro Preparation Crumble sausage into a small skillet. Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until no longer pink; drain. In a small saucepan, toast cumin seeds over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until browned....

Ingredients 4 large tart apples, cored1/2 cup apple juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar12 Red Hots1/4 cup butter8 caramels1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonWhipped cream, optional Preparation Peel about 3/4 in. off the top of each apple; place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Pour juice over apples. Fill the center of each apple with 2 tablespoons of sugar, three Red Hots, 1 tablespoon butter and two caramels. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the apples are tender....

Ingredients 1/4 c. mayonnaise 2 slices Nature’s Own Perfectly Crafted Thick Sliced White 2 slices yellow Cheddar 2 slices Swiss cheese 1 large red tomato, sliced 1/3 c. extra virgin olive oil 3 basil leaves, torn Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 slices Nature’s Own Perfectly Crafted Thick Sliced Multigrain 3 slices bacon 2 leaves butterhead lettuce 1 1/2 tbsp. mayonnaise 2 tsp. freshly chopped chives 1 tsp. lemon zest...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lamb stew meat2 teaspoons olive oil4 cups water2 cups sliced peeled potatoes1 medium onion, sliced1/2 cup sliced carrot1 small turnip, peeled and chopped1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon each dried marjoram, thyme and rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 tablespoons fat-free milk1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown lamb in oil over medium-high heat. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk hot Italian sausage3/4 cup finely chopped green pepper1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon garlic powder14 egg roll wrappersOil for fryingMeatless spaghetti sauce, warmed, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain and cool....

Ingredients 3/4 cup reduced-fat graham crackers crumbs (about 4 whole crackers)Sugar substitute equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, cubedSugar substitute equivalent to 2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/3 cup key lime or lime juice2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons grated lime zestOptional: 2 drops green food coloring, whipped cream...

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs6 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup sugarFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon grated lemon zest2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract10 drops yellow food coloring, optional5 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Press onto bottom and 1 to 2 in....

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions2 cups mashed potato flakes1/3 cup cornmeal1-3/4 teaspoons garlic salt1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika2 cups 2% milk1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, mix sour cream and 2 tablespoons green onion; refrigerate until serving. In a large bowl, mix the potato flakes, cornmeal, garlic salt and paprika. Add the milk, corn, cheese and remaining green onions; mix until blended....

Ingredients 1/4 cup soy sauce3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons white wine vinegar2 tablespoons sherry2 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, minced4 tuna steaks (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Remove 1/3 cup to a small bowl for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add tuna. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour....

Ingredients 6 medium sweet potatoes1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons orange juice2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper6 ounces cream cheese, softened12 pitted dates, chopped12 fresh sage leaves, chopped1/2 cup chopped pecansAdditional fresh sage, chopped, optional Preparation Preheat the oven to 425°. Cut thin slices lengthwise from bottoms of sweet potatoes to allow them to lie flat; discard slices. Place potatoes flat side down; cut crosswise into 1/8-in....