Ingredients 2 cups uncooked spiral pasta2 medium carrots, julienned1 medium leek (white portion only), julienned2 small zucchini, julienned1 each medium sweet red, yellow and green pepper, cut into thin strips1 cup fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons honey1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry the carrots, leek, zucchini, peppers and beans in hot olive oil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and cut into 1/2-in. cubes1-1/2 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (1/2-in. cubes)1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1 ounce crumbled goat cheese2 sheets refrigerated pie crust1 large egg1/4 teaspoon water Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place apples and sweet potato on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt, pepper and cinnamon. Toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/4 c. Cooking oil 2 onions 4 cloves garlic 2 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 2 tbsp. ground coriander 1/4 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. cinnamon tsp. cayenne tsp. turmeric 1 c. drained whole canned tomatoes 2 1/2 c. canned unsweetened coconut milk (from two 15-ounce cans) 1/2 c. water 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1 1/2 lb. large shrimp 3/4 c. Chopped cilantro Lime wedges Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately high heat....

Ingredients 1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp3 medium tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 medium cucumbers, quartered and sliced1 small red onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro4 green onions, chopped2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed Preparation Combine the first nine ingredients in a large bowl. Gently stir in avocado. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 pounds dried navy beans4 quarts water2 large onions, chopped1/2 pound bacon or salt pork, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1-1/2 cups ketchup1/2 cup molasses1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 tablespoon salt Preparation Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until beans are softened....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 4 pieces kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. brown sugar 2 tbsp. red curry paste 1 c. coconut milk 4 cloves garlic, crushed piece ginger, peeled and sliced 1 onion, quartered 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth Vegetable oil, for frying 16 corn tortillas 1/4 c. sour cream 1/4 c. chopped pickled jalapeños 2 tbsp. chopped radishes...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium onion, chopped1 can (15-1/2 ounces) yellow hominy, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown pork in oil. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Transfer to a 3-qt....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar1 egg2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk2 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarbSTREUSEL TOPPING:1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons butter, meltedVANILLA SAUCE:1/2 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/3 cup cider vinegar1 teaspoon honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 bunch kale (about 12 ounces), trimmed and chopped (about 14 cups)2 cups sliced fresh strawberries3/4 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup minced fresh mint1 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation For dressing, whisk together first 5 ingredients. To serve, place kale, strawberries, bacon and mint in a large bowl; toss with dressing. Sprinkle with cheese and almonds....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened6 tablespoons 2% milk2-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt6-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugarRed colored sugar, miniature semisweet chocolate chips and Red Hots, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, nutmeg and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 3 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 3/4 c. granulated sugar 1 1/2 c. evaporated milk c. heavy (whipping) cream 1 vanilla bean 3/4 c. light corn syrup 1 tbsp. light corn syrup 1 tbsp. coarse sea salt Cooking spray or vegetable oil Preparation Step 1Grease the baking sheet with the 1 teaspoon butter, and set it aside on a heatproof surface.Step 2Combine the sugar, evaporated milk, heavy cream, and vanilla bean and seeds (if using) in a large (6- to 8-quart) saucepan....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubed2 tablespoons cold water1/2 teaspoon rum extract1/2 teaspoon almond extractICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons 2% milkFood coloring of your choice, optionalColored edible glitter and nonpareils Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water and extracts until mixture forms a ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. ground beef 5 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1/4 c. grated Parmesan 2 tbsp. raisins 2 tbsp. dry bread crumbs 1 egg 5 cloves garlic 2 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 carrots 1 onion 2 ribs celery 1 zucchini 1 1/2 qt. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary...

Ingredients 6 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons honeyAssorted salad greens, tomatoes and croutons Preparation In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard and honey; mix well. Store in refrigerator. Serve over salad.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, melted2 cups packed brown sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup ground walnuts1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking soda1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease three 6-1/2-in. cast-iron skillets. In a large bowl, mix butter, brown sugar and vanilla until blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, whisking to blend after each addition....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 pound ground mild Italian sausage1 medium onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes in sauce, undrained1/2 cup water1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 carton (15 ounces) whole-milk ricotta cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese9 uncooked lasagna noodles4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseMinced fresh basil, optional Preparation Line sides of an oval 6-qt. slow cooker with heavy-duty foil; coat foil with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 large English cucumber1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese7 to 8 ounces smoked salmon or lox, choppedMinced chives Preparation With a fork, score cucumber peel lengthwise; cut into 1/4-in. slices. Pipe or spread cream cheese onto each slice; top with salmon. Sprinkle with chives. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup fresh or frozen corn1 cup salsa1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese1/4 cup pickled jalapeno slices1/4 cup sour cream Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. Sprinkle both sides with cumin and cayenne. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat until no longer pink, 4-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon nonfat dry milk powder1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 cup fat-free milk1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut into pieces and skinned Preparation In a plastic bag, mix bread crumbs, milk powder, chili powder, garlic powder and dry mustard; set aside. Place milk in a shallow pan. Dip chicken pieces into milk, then place in bag and shake to coat. Place chicken, bone side down, in a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 10 cups popped popcorn1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Place popcorn in a large bowl. In a small bowl, combine the butter, paprika, cumin and red pepper flakes. Pour over popcorn; toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and toss again.