Ingredients 24 medium fresh mushrooms24 cherry tomatoes8 bacon strips, cut into thirds1 pound halibut, cut into 1-inch pieces1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 pound sea scallops1/2 cup butter, meltedCHIVE BUTTER:1 cup butter, melted2 to 3 tablespoons minced chives Preparation On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread two mushrooms, two tomatoes and two pieces of bacon with four pieces of fish or seafood. Brush with melted butter....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat linguine1 tablespoon canola oil1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3/4 cup reduced-fat Asian toasted sesame salad dressing Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, peas, salt and pepper flakes; stir-fry 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and peas are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil6 bone-in beef short ribs1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 medium carrots, finely chopped1 small yellow onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 bottle (12 ounces) dark beer or beef brothWater, optional 12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed3/4 cup pico de gallo3/4 cup queso fresco or crumbled feta cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In an ovenproof Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 8 medium green peppers, tops and seeds removed1 pound ground beef1 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) tomato soup, undiluted2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups cooked rice Preparation In boiling salted water, cook peppers for 3-5 minutes. Remove and set aside. In a skillet, cook beef, onion and is tender. Drain any fat. Add seasonings and soup; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds medium red potatoes1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon lemon juice3 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced chivesSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Cut a strip of peel from around the middle of each potato. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Combine the butter, lemon juice, parsley and chives. Pour over potatoes and toss to coat....

Ingredients 8 sprig fresh thyme 1 can low-sodium chicken broth 1 c. apple juice 4 medium carrots 2 onions 1 1/2 lb. lean beef stew meat Kosher salt and pepper 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour 4 thick slices country bread 4 oz. Gruyère or Swiss cheese Preparation Step 1Tie a piece of thread or kitchen twine around the thyme sprigs and place them in a 5- to 6-qt slow cooker. Add the chicken broth, apple juice, carrots and onions and mix to combine....

Ingredients 2 boneless whole pork loin roasts (3-1/2 pounds each)1 cup unsweetened apple juice6 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional2-1/2 cups barbecue sauce1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons honey1 package (16 ounces) tortilla chips1-1/2 cups frozen corn1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped1 medium red onion, chopped1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 teaspoons lime juice1 package (16 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed1/4 cup 2% milk...

Ingredients 3 tbsp. plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce 2 tbsp. plus 2 teaspoons lime juice (from about 2 limes) 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 4 cloves garlic 3/4 tsp. ground ginger 3 boneless 1/2 c. chunky peanut butter 1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/2 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. salt tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 3/4 lb. spaghetti 3 scallions including green tops c. Chopped peanuts (optional) Preparation Step 1In a medium, shallow glass dish or stainless-steel pan, combine the 3 tablespoons soy sauce, the 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon of the oil, the garlic, and the ginger....

Ingredients 2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes3 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups chopped sweet onion3/4 cup dried apricots1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup chicken broth2 teaspoons paprika2 teaspoons ground allspice2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground cardamomHot cooked couscousChopped dried apricots, optional Preparation In a large skillet, brown lamb in butter in batches. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, saute onion in drippings until tender....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced1/2 cup mayonnaise, divided3/4 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef1/4 cup Italian salad dressing5 sandwich rolls, split3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the onion and peppers in 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise until crisp-tender. Remove vegetables and keep warm. In the same skillet, add the roast beef, Italian dressing and remaining mayonnaise....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. red bell peppers 1 large red onion 2 clove garlic 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper kosher salt 6 chicken sausages 3 long hero rolls Preparation Step 1Heat a large cast-iron or nonstick griddle (you can also use 2 cast-iron or nonstick skillets). Add the oil, bell peppers, onion, garlic, oregano, and crushed red pepper and season with salt. Cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are softened and just beginning to brown, 6 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 bay leaves2 teaspoons seasoned salt1-1/2 teaspoons each garlic salt, pepper, dried basil, tarragon and thyme1-1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed8 bone-in chicken breast halves (7 ounces each), skin removed1 large lemon, thinly sliced1/4 cup lemon juice Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, bay leaves and seasonings. Add chicken. seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1 hour. Discard bay leaves. Place chicken in a 13-in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 ounce unsweetened chocolate1 cup sugar1/3 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup corn syrup1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractMint ice cream Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter and chocolate over low heat. Add the sugar, cream and corn syrup; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla. Serve warm or cool over ice cream.

Ingredients 1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed3 cups cooked rice1-1/2 cups chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup vegetable oil3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon soy sauce2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon saltLeaf lettuceCherry tomatoes, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss gently. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce and seasonings; shake well....

Ingredients 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3/4 pound)2 medium red potatoes (about 3/4 pound)2 small purple potatoes (about 1/2 pound)5 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 large sweet potato (about 1 pound)1 cup chopped sweet onion1 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut Yukon Gold, red and purple potatoes into 1/4-in. cubes. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil2 Anaheim or poblano peppers, finely chopped1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1 carton (48 ounces) chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce2 tablespoons tomato paste1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 to 1 teaspoon chipotle hot pepper sauce, optional1/3 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, cubed avocado, sour cream and crispy tortilla strips...

Ingredients 3 stemmed, dried chipotle chiles, or canned chipotle chiles en adobo 3 large cloves garlic 5 medium tomatillos 2 medium round, or 4 to 5 plum, ripe tomatoes, or one 15-ounce can fire-roasted tomatoes 1 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 lb. lean, boneless pork shoulder (optional) 1 medium white onion 1 1/2 c. sliced Swiss chard 1 tsp. Coarse salt 4 c. peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch cubes fresh pumpkin...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons soy sauce1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/2 cup water1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, optional1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 can (8 ounces) bamboo shoots, drained1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow peas, thawed1/2 cup sliced white onion1/2 cup sliced green onions2 cups sliced cooked pork tenderloin (1/2 inch thick and about 1 pound)Hot cooked rice Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, bouillon, water and ginger if desired; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed1/4 teaspoon ground coriander1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 teaspoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 cups chopped collard greens1 cup chopped fresh spinach1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese2 plum tomatoes, chopped1 cup pasta sauce1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cut the squash lengthwise in half; discard seeds....

Ingredients 1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon dried minced garlic1 tablespoon dried oregano2 teaspoons saltMEATBALLS:1 slice bread2 tablespoons milk1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound each ground beef, pork and veal2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 pound bulk Italian sausageHot cooked spaghetti Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first nine ingredients....