Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)1/2 cup water1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 small zucchini, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon seasoned saltShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Halve squash lengthwise and discard seeds. Place, cut side down, in a microwave-safe dish. Add the water; cover and microwave on high for 12-15 minutes or until squash is tender....

Ingredients 3 large egg yolks 1/4 c. sugar 3 tbsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 1/4 c. whole milk 1/4 tsp. Coarse salt 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground ginger tsp. freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 oz. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1Whisk yolks and sugar in a small bowl. Mix cornstarch and flour in another small bowl. Bring milk, salt, and spices to a boil in a medium saucepan....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup water2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon ground coriander1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon canola oil2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), cut into 1-inch cubes Preparation In a blender, combine the first 11 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped carrot3 garlic cloves3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons tahini1 tablespoon water1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, such as Tabasco1/4 teaspoon sea salt1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup sunflower kernelsAssorted fresh vegetables and pita wedges Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place carrots and garlic in a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; toss to coat....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 1/4 c. cake flour (not self-rising) 3/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. almond paste 4 large eggs 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 c. whole milk 1/2 c. cherry preserves Sugar Glaze Gum paste cherry blossoms (available at Wendy Kromer Confections) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 12- by 17-inch rimmed baking sheet, and line with parchment paper....

Ingredients 4 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 lb. medium shrimp 1/4 tsp. salt tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 8 6-inch flour tortillas 1 can black beans 1/4 lb. Monterey Jack cheese 1 jar chunky tomato salsa 1/2 c. sour cream 2 tsp. chopped fresh chives or scallion tops Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 250°F. Cover a baking sheet with paper towels. In a large heavy frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderately high heat....

Ingredients 1 jar (24 ounces) tomato basil pasta sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained2 jars (6 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) prepared pesto1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup chopped pepperoni1/2 cup pitted ripe olives, halved1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium onion, choppedHot cooked angel hair pasta...

Ingredients 7 to 8 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons active dry yeast1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder2 cups sour cream1 cup water6 tablespoons butter, cubed2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten Preparation In a large bowl, combine 3-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, salt and baking powder. In a small saucepan, heat the sour cream, water and butter to 120°-130°; add to dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces1 small green or sweet red pepper, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped6 green onions, sliced1 cup uncooked long-grain rice2 cups water1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 bay leaf1 can (15 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels; discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 3/4-inch cubes1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges1 tablespoon canola oil2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn3/4 cup picante sauce2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons waterShredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 c. pine nuts 3 large spaghetti squash c. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 c. water 1/2 c. dry white wine 3 tbsp. white wine vinegar Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tsp. chopped thyme 1 pinch crushed red pepper 2 tbsp. chopped tarragon 4 oz. queso fresco or ricotta salata Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion1-1/2 cups uncooked medium egg noodles3/4 cup canned diced tomatoes1/2 cup water2 tablespoons chili sauce1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with green pepper and onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes. Stir in all remaining ingredients except bacon; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed1-1/2 cups water3 tablespoons chili sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons cornstarchSandwich buns, split Preparation Place ribs in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Drain; return ribs to pan. In a small bowl, combine the lemonade concentrate, water, chili sauce, brown sugar and vinegar....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute mushrooms in butter and oil until tender....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg1-1/4 cups whole milk1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/4 cup strawberry jam Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. In another small bowl, whisk the egg, milk, brown sugar, butter, lemon zest and almond extract....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flourDash salt1/4 cup shortening1/4 cup cold butter, cubed3 to 4 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup quick-cooking tapiocaDash salt6 cups halved fresh strawberriesCRUMBLE:1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubed Preparation In a large bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in shortening and butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk; cover and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup quinoa, rinsed6 cups torn fresh spinach (about 5 ounces)2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1/2 cup reduced-fat red wine vinaigrette1/4 cup shredded Dubliner or Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, walnuts and quinoa....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 large onion, finely chopped1 small green pepper, finely chopped1 small carrots, finely chopped1 large garlic clove, finely minced1 bay leaf2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water3/4 cup dried lentils, rinsed1/4 cup country-style or regular Dijon mustard Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain fat and crumble sausage; return to Dutch oven along with remaining ingredients except mustard....

Ingredients 3/4 pound sea scallops1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon paprika3 tablespoons butter, divided1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons dry sherry or chicken broth1 tablespoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon minced fresh oregano1/8 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon Preparation Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add scallops; sear for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided1 cup hickory smoke-flavored barbecue sauce1/4 cup molasses1 tablespoon ground ancho chile pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2-1/4 cups water1 cup quick-cooking grits1 cup canned pumpkin3/4 cup shredded pepper jack cheese1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream2 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro Preparation Sprinkle chicken with pepper; place in a large nonstick skillet....