Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 envelope sloppy joe mix1 cup water1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 package (7 ounces) small shell pasta, cooked and drained1 cup 4% cottage cheese1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the sloppy joe mix, water, tomato sauce and tomato paste; heat through....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons salt1 large egg, room temperature6-1/2 to 7-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 large egg yolk, room temperature2 tablespoons cold waterCoarse salt Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, butter, salt, egg and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough....

Ingredients 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons dry white wine 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/4 lb. pork tenderloin Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 lb. very thinly sliced soppressata 6 large rosemary branches 2 large red onions vegetable oil Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, mix the wine with the olive oil. Add the pork and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.Step 2Drain the pork and discard the marinade....

Ingredients 3 ounces uncooked spaghetti1/3 cup chopped green pepper1/3 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1 garlic clove, minced1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute green pepper and onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 4 cups diced cooked chicken breast1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup tomato paste2 tablespoons paprika2 tablespoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 bay leaf12 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon grated lime zest2 tubes (11 ounces each) refrigerated crusty French loaf2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the chicken, water, tomato paste, paprika, lime juice and seasonings....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips12 cups torn fresh spinach or beet greens (1 pound)1 tablespoon sugar3/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp; remove to a paper towel to drain. Add greens to drippings; cook, stirring constantly, just until wilted. Stir in the sugar and salt. Crumble bacon and stir into greens. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 5 dried shiitake mushrooms 12 oz. fresh Chinese noodles or linguine 1/4 c. chicken broth 3 tbsp. soy sauce 1 1/2 tsp. unseasoned rice vinegar 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 tsp. Chinese chile-garlic sauce 1 pinch sugar 3 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 tbsp. minced ginger 2 scallions 1/2 lb. leftover Asian-Brined Pork Loin or other roast pork Sliced fresh hot red chiles Preparation Step 1In a microwave-safe bowl, cover the shiitake with water and microwave at high power for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 12 small pork sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup finely chopped onion1 cup finely chopped green pepper4 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup uncooked long-grain rice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation In heavy skillet, saute the sausage, onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked turkey1 celery rib, chopped1/3 cup mayonnaise1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)Salt and pepper to taste6 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine the turkey, celery, mayonnaise, cheese, salt and pepper; stir well. Cover and bake at 450° for 35-40 minutes or until celery is tender, stirring occasionally. Toast the buns if desired.

Ingredients 6 chicken leg quarters, skin removed3/4 cup ketchup1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive oil4 teaspoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup water Preparation Using a sharp knife, cut through the joint of each leg quarter to separate into 2 pieces. Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix ketchup, orange juice, brown sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and pepper; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 pounds ground turkey1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons ground ancho chile pepper1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons paprika2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 garlic clove, minced1 cup brewed coffee3/4 cup dry red wine or chicken broth1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drainedSliced avocado and chopped green onions...

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh baby carrots1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1/4 cup butter, cubed3 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds medium parsnips2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted3 tablespoons grated Romano cheese, optional Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine first six ingredients. Cut parsnips crosswise into 2-in. pieces. Cut thinner pieces in half; cut thicker ones into quarters. Stir into carrot mixture. Cook, covered, on low until tender, 5-6 hours....

Ingredients 2 naan flatbreads or whole pita breads1 package (5.2 ounces) garlic-herb spreadable cheese1/2 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1/4 cup fresh basil leaves Lemon wedges, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place flatbreads on a baking sheet. Spread with cheese; top with shrimp and tomatoes. Bake until heated through, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with basil. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Ingredients 1 cup half-and-half cream1 cup sugar1 large egg, lightly beaten3-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 cups mashed ripe persimmon pulp1 package (3.4 ounces) instant cheesecake pudding mix2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, heat half-and-half cream and sugar until bubbles form around sides of pan. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into the egg. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. mustard seeds 1 tbsp. fennel seeds 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper 2 pork tenderloins kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. grainy Dijon mustard 1/4 c. traditional Dijon mustard 1/4 c. honey Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375°. In a mortar, lightly crush the mustard and fennel seeds with the crushed red pepper. Set the pork tenderloins on a rimmed baking sheet and season them with salt and pepper....

Ingredients vegetable oil 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. hot water 2 tsp. soy sauce 4 garlic cloves 2 c. skinned 1 tbsp. coarsely grated fresh ginger 2 tsp. crushed red pepper 1 tsp. grated lime zest 2 tbsp. raw sugar salt Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 325°F. Lightly oil a large baking sheet. In a small bowl, dissolve the granulated sugar in the hot water. Stir in 1 teaspoon of the soy sauce....

Ingredients 1 homemade or store-bought 9” pie crust, defrosted according to package instructions 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium leek, cleaned well, halved lengthwise, and cut into ½” pieces (white and light green parts only) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 5 oz. fresh spinach 1 1/2 c. shredded aged Gouda or white cheddar 1/4 c. thinly sliced scallions (from about 4 scallions) 1 medium shallot, minced 2 large eggs...

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 garlic cloves, minced5 cups water1 cup lentils, rinsed4 teaspoons vegetable or chicken bouillon granules3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf1 cup chopped carrots1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust3 ounces semisweet chocolate, divided1 tablespoon butter6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream3 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 cups fresh strawberries1/3 cup strawberry jam, melted Preparation Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°. Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack or until edge is golden brown, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup strawberry jam Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil and buttermilk until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Gently fold in jam....