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Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 teaspoons paprika2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place green beans in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a low boil; steam, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and paprika; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until mushrooms are tender....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds sweet or hot Italian turkey sausage links1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces4 small zucchini, cut into 1-inch slices1 medium onion, cut into wedges1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried basil1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs3/4 cup shredded pepper jack cheese Preparation In a nonstick skillet, brown sausages over medium heat. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni6 tablespoons butter, divided 4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped3 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese2 cups whole milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of onion soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers) Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente; drain. Transfer to a greased 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 package lemon or yellow cake mix (regular size)1 cup water3 large eggs1/3 cup canola oilFILLING:1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup water1/4 cup lemon juice4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten4 teaspoons butter1 teaspoon grated lemon zestMERINGUE:4 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar3/4 cup sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water and oil. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups crushed unsalted top saltines1/2 cup butter, melted1 cup white baking chips1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 cup coarsely chopped almonds1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup lemon curd2 tablespoons grated lemon zest, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. In a large bowl, mix cracker crumbs and butter. Press onto bottom of prepared pan....

Ingredients 6 ounces lamb stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch pieces6 ounces pork stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons peanut oil1 large onion, cut into wedges1 large green pepper, cut into wedges1 cup chopped tomatoes4 cups cubed eggplant2 cups water1/2 cup fresh or frozen sliced okra1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperHot cooked riceChopped green onions, optional Preparation In a large skillet, brown meat in oil; set aside. In a food processor, combine the onion, green pepper and tomatoes; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes4 cups water1 large onion, chopped2 celery ribs, sliced4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted4 cups 2% milk2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage2 large onions, sliced2 large green peppers, sliced2 large sweet red peppers, sliced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes8 sandwich rolls, split and toastedShredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking both into crumbles; drain. Place a third of the onions and peppers in a 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 bone-in turkey breast (6 to 7 pounds), thawed and skin removed1/2 cup water2/3 cup spreadable garden vegetable cream cheese1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place turkey breast and water in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; rub over turkey. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until turkey is tender....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1-1/2 cups eggnog3 large eggs1/4 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons ground nutmeg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup dried cranberriesMASCARPONE TOPPING:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 carton (8 ounces) Mascarpone cheese2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional ground nutmeg Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggnog, eggs, butter, nutmeg and vanilla; beat on low speed 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces3 cups water4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks2 medium carrots, cut into chunks2 celery ribs, cut into chunks2 small onions, cut into wedges1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, thyme and rosemary, crushed1 bay leafSalt and pepper to taste3/4 cup ketchup1/2 large green or sweet red pepper, cut into chunks1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water...

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up1/3 cup butter, melted1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon curry powderCooked rice Preparation Place chicken, skin side up, in a 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine all remaining ingredients except rice; pour over chicken. Bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours, basting with the pan juices every 15 minutes. Serve with rice.

Ingredients Vegetable oil nonstick spray 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard 2 tbsp. honey 2 1/2 c. fresh breadcrumbs 4 tbsp. olive oil Preparation Step 1Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with vegetable oil.Step 2Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Mix the mustard and honey in a shallow dish. Spread the breadcrumbs in another dish....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon butter2/3 cup canned black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained2/3 cup cooked rice Preparation In a small skillet, saute the peppers, onion, garlic powder and salt in butter for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the peas and rice; heat through, stirring occasionally.

Ingredients 4 bacon strips, diced1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup sour cream2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon soy sauceAssorted raw vegetables or crackers Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. In the drippings, saute mushrooms and onion until tender....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 cup chopped onion3/4 cup sliced fresh carrots1/2 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups cubed cooked turkey1/2 cup fresh peas1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperSAUCE:1/4 cup butter, cubed6 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk1 cup chicken broth1/2 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon capers, drained1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperCRUST:1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 egg1 tablespoon water2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 1 cup lime curd3/4 cup pistachios, chopped, divided4 cups cubed angel food cake4 medium kiwifruit, peeled, quartered and sliced1-1/2 cups prepared vanilla pudding Preparation Spoon lime curd into six wine glasses or dessert dishes; sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon pistachios. Layer with cake cubes, kiwi and pudding. Sprinkle with remaining pistachios. Chill until serving.

Ingredients 2 packages (6.2 ounces each) fried rice mix1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup orange marmalade2 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 cups frozen sugar snap peas, thawed Preparation Prepare rice mix according to package directions, simmering for 10-15 minutes or just until rice is tender. Remove from the pan. In the same skillet, cook and stir shrimp in oil over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink; stir in orange marmalade and lemon zest....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted2 tablespoons picante sauce1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon real bacon bits1/4 cup chopped tomato2 tablespoons chopped green onionTOPPING:3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons sour cream1 tablespoon prepared ranch salad dressing1-1/2 teaspoons real bacon bits1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Cut each potato lengthwise into four wedges. Cut away the white portion, leaving 1/4 in. on the potato skins. Place skins on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 salmon fillet (1 pound)1 cup plain yogurt1/4 cup chopped green onions1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon1 tablespoon mayonnaise2 teaspoons lime juice1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Spoon oil on both sides of salmon. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Place salmon, skin side down, on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....