Ingredients 1/2 cup chicken broth1/2 cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper12 ounces uncooked vermicelli4 teaspoons olive oil, divided1/2 pound sea scallops1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 cup fresh or frozen sugar snap peas2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons sesame oil...

Ingredients 3 to 4 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs5 cups water, divided1 cup finely chopped onion3/4 cup ketchup1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon all-purpose flour8 kaiser rolls, split Preparation Place pork in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; add 4 cups water. Lock lid and close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 25 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes and then quick-release any remaining pressure....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups chicken broth4 garlic cloves, minced1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons paprikaSalt and pepper to taste2 pounds large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveinedHot cooked noodles or rice Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) salmon, drained and bones removed2 celery ribs, sliced1 large apple, peeled and chopped5 green onions, sliced1/2 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill or 3/4 teaspoon dill weed3/4 teaspoon minced fresh basil or dash dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or dash dried tarragon Preparation Place salmon in a large bowl and flake. Add remaining ingredients; stir gently. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve....

Ingredients 1 1/4 lb. ground beef chuck 1/4 c. plain dried breadcrumbs 1 c. scallions 4 clove garlic 1/2 c. plus 3 tablespoons tomato-based chili sauce 1 large egg 1 tbsp. chili powder 2 tsp. ground cumin Coarse salt and ground pepper Warmed tortillas Pickled jalapeno slices Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, 1/2 cup chili sauce, egg, chili powder, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup teriyaki sauce2 tablespoons minced garlic4-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, divided1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped1 cup chopped cucumber1 cup soy sauce1/2 cup red wine vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 large portobello mushroom, sliced2 cups hearts of romaine salad mix Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the teriyaki sauce, garlic, sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; add steak....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained1/2 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper6 chicken breast halves (bone in)1/4 teaspoon dried thymeAdditional salt to taste Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in butter and 1 tablespoon oil until tender. Add spinach; cook until heated through and any moisture has evaporated....

Ingredients 1 pound dry green split peas3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces3/4 cup diced celery1 medium onion, diced8 cups water3 medium potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepperMEATBALLS:3/4 cup finely chopped celery1 medium onion, finely chopped4 tablespoons canola oil, divided1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried sage, crushed1 egg1 pound ground pork Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine peas, carrots, celery, onion and water; bring to a boil over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 kabocha or buttercup squash olive oil kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. light brown sugar 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup 3 sprig thyme 1/2 c. heavy cream 2 tbsp. maple syrup 1 clove garlic 2 sprig thyme 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 shallot 2 shallots 1 bay leaf 4 sprig thyme 2 1/2 c. water salt Freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 c. quinoa...

Ingredients 1 package active dry yeast 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1/4 c. warm water (105 degrees to 115 degrees) 3/4 c. whole milk 2 tbsp. butter 1 large egg 3 3/4 to 4 cups all purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 stick butter 1 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon 3/4 c. Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) 4 oz. cream chesse 1 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar...

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar5 large egg whites, room temperature2 cups pureed strawberries1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon strawberry extract, optional3 cups cake flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened6 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup pureed strawberries1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract, optional1 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional1/2 cup seedless strawberry jam, dividedHalved or sliced fresh strawberries, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients all-purpose flour 2 sheets of frozen puff pastry c. strawberry jam 1 large egg yolk 1 tbsp. lemon juice c. confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to 1/8 inch thick. Cut each sheet into quarters and place the pieces on a parchment-lined, rimmed baking sheet. Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon of jam into the center of each piece, brush the edges with egg yolk, fold into triangles, and press tightly to seal....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese3/4 cup egg substitute Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles; arrange in a single layer on a greased 12-in. pizza pan....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil16 cups chopped red onion (about 10 medium)2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon white pepper2 cups fresh blueberries1/2 cup honey1/2 cup balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, tarragon, thyme, salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 30-35 minutes or until liquid is evaporated, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons sugar2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon pepper5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, cubed1 small onion, finely chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 large eggs, room temperature Preparation In a large bowl, mix sugar, yeast, seasonings and 2 cups flour. In a small saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth3/4 cup water1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 pound bay scallops1 cup frozen peas1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add rice and turmeric; stir to coat. Stir in broth and water....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups creamy peanut butter1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar12 ounces white candy coating, chopped1 tablespoon shortening40 milk chocolate M&M’s, assorted colorsRed decorating gel Preparation In a small bowl, cream peanut butter and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar. Shape into 1-in. balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 8 ounces frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed or frozen crabmeat, thawed3/4 cup chopped celery1/3 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon, crushed1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce4 sandwich buns, splitFresh spinach leaves Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. Spoon 1/2 cup onto each bun; top with spinach leaves.

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked medium shell, spiral and/or wagon wheel pasta1/3 cup vinegar1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper1 medium sweet red pepper1 medium sweet yellow pepper2 tablespoons chopped green onions Preparation Cook the pasta according to package directions until tender; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; set aside. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine vinegar, oil and seasonings; shake well....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) hummus1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 jar (8 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup chopped red onion12 Greek olives, pitted and chopped2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsleyBaked pita chips Preparation Spread hummus into a 9-in. pie plate. Top with sour cream, red peppers, cheese, onion and olives. Sprinkle with parsley. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with pita chips.