Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked spaghetti1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 cup undrained canned diced tomatoes1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon sugar2 large egg whites, lightly beaten1 tablespoon butter, melted1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup (8 ounces) 2% cottage cheese1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook spaghetti according to package directions for al dente; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup dried green split peas2 medium potatoes, chopped2 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, thinly sliced3 garlic cloves, minced3 bay leaves4 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained Preparation In a 4-qt. slow cooker combine first 12 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until peas are tender, 8-10 hours....

Ingredients 1 pound ground pork2 large onions, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium green pepper. chopped1 cup chopped celery4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste3/4 cup water2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperDash hot pepper sauce Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown pork and onions until pork is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef flank steak1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1-1/2 teaspoons pepper, divided1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Flatten beef to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow dish, combine the oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper; add steak and turn to coat....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped3 medium carrots, chopped1 celery rib, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced3 cups cubed cooked red potatoes1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1/2 c. unsalted pistachios 8 oz. strawberries 1/2 c. sugar 3 large egg yolks 1 1/2 c. heavy cream 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Line a standard 5-by-9-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving a 2-inch overhang on all sides. Pulse the pistachios in a food processor until coarsely chopped (some will break down to a coarse grind). Transfer the pistachios to a small bowl but do not wipe the food processor clean....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed1-1/2 pounds salmon fillets1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon minced green onion1 tablespoon minced chives1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercornsMUSHROOM SAUCE:1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup sliced green onions2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon olive oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon minced chives Preparation In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil; add asparagus spears....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 cup uncooked long grain rice4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and jalapeno in oil until tender....

Ingredients 2 large sweet onions2 eggs1-1/2 cups crushed cornflakes2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt Preparation Cut onions into 1/2-in. slices; separate into rings. In a shallow dish, whisk eggs. In another shallow dish, combine the cornflake crumbs, sugar, paprika, garlic salt and seasoned salt. Dip onion rings into eggs, then coat with cornflake mixture. Arrange rings in a single layer on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 medium sweet onion, chopped1/4 cup butter1 large egg1 cup cream-style corn1/3 cup whole milk2 drops hot pepper sauce1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix1 cup sour cream1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dill weed Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender; set aside. In a bowl, combine egg, corn, milk and hot pepper sauce; stir in muffin mix just until moistened. Pour into a greased 8-in....

Ingredients 6 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon white vinegar1 pint vanilla ice cream1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled, sliced and sweetened1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar; continue beating until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until mixture is stiff and glossy....

Ingredients 4 oz. fresh sea urchin (see Note) 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 lb. linguine 1 c. ramp greens Preparation Step 1In a blender, puree the sea urchin with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil until smooth.Step 2In a pot of heavily salted boiling water, cook the linguine until al dente. Meanwhile, in a deep skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the ramps and cook over moderately high heat until wilted, 1 minute....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons paprika3/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 beef ribeye roast (3 to 4 pounds) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Mix seasonings. Place roast on a rack in a roasting pan, fat side up; rub with seasonings. Roast, uncovered, until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°), 1-1/2-2 hours. Remove from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing....

Ingredients 6 medium white potatoes (about 5 ounces each) 1 c. Crème fraîche 2 garlic cloves Salt and freshly ground white pepper 3 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter c. heavy cream 12 medium shrimp Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prick the potatoes a few times with a fork and bake on a rack in the oven for about 40 minutes, or until tender.Step 2Meanwhile, in a small bowl, blend the crème fraîche with the garlic; season with salt and white pepper and let stand for at least 15 minutes....

Ingredients 2 (0.2-oz) boullion cubes 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 tsp. onion powder 1/2 tsp. celery salt 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika 1/4 tsp. MSG (optional) 1/4 tsp. turmeric Kosher salt 1 lb. fresh or frozen edamame Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, using a fork, crush bouillon cubes into a powder. Add garlic powder, onion powder, celery salt, paprika, MSG, if using, and turmeric. Whisk until thoroughly combined.Step 2Make Ahead: Salt can be made 6 months ahead....

Ingredients 1 c. heavy whipping cream 1/2 c. prepared coffee 1 double shot espresso 1 lb. mascarpone cheese 1/2 c. granulated sugar 3 tbsp. rum or brandy 20 ladyfingers (a light, oblong italian cookie with powdered sugar on one side) cocoa powder 1 oz. unsweetened dark chocolate shavings Preparation Step 1Chill whipping cream and bowl of electric mixer (or standard metal mixing bowl). Mix coffee and espresso and chill.Step 2Whisk the whipping cream until it reaches stiff peaks....

Ingredients 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 medium onion 1/2 c. water 1/4 c. cider vinegar 1/4 c. brown sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. dry mustard powder 1/2 tsp. Ground cinnamon (optional) 8 buns Preparation Step 1Brown the meat in the skillet on medium, using the spatula to break the chunks into little pieces. You’ll need to cook for 7 to 10 minutes, until there’s absolutely no pink color remaining in the beef....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 green onions, chopped1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons capers, drainedDash hot pepper sauceOptional: Additional capers, minced fresh parsley and grated lemon zestAssorted crackers and lemon wedges Preparation In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 9 ingredients; stir in crab....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds) 1-1/2 cups water1 envelope (1 ounce) onion soup mix1 envelope (1 ounce) au jus gravy mix2 packages (12 ounces each ) Hawaiian sweet rolls, halved12 slices Swiss cheese (3/4 ounce each), cut in halfOptional: Horseradish sauce, sliced tomato and baby arugula Preparation Place roast in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk together water and the soup and gravy mixes. Pour seasoning mixture over roast....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil1 large sweet onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped2 cans (28 ounces each) vegetarian baked beans1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup ketchup1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon ground mustard1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....