Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)3 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder2 cups water1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained, optional4-1/2 cups Fritos corn chips2 cups shredded lettuce1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup chopped tomatoes6 tablespoons finely chopped onionOptional: Sour cream and minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; crumble meat; drain....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (about 2 pounds)1/2 cup lime juice2 envelopes mesquite marinade mix1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup olive oilSALSA:1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1 small tomato, finely chopped2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSAUCE:1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/3 cup apricot preserves1/8 teaspoon saltCROSTINI:32 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick)1/4 cup olive oil2/3 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheeseLime wedges, optional...

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) thin spaghetti, broken in half3/4 pound ground beef3/4 pound bulk pork sausage1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, cook the beef, sausage, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, cut up1 cup water2 bay leaves1/4 cup chili powder1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon dried basil1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 tablespoon dried thyme1 tablespoon pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried marjoramShredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons waterColored sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3/4 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt6 cups sliced yellow summer squash (1/4 inch thick)1 small onion, halved and sliced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1 package (6 ounces) corn bread stuffing mix1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiliesSalt and pepper to taste1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Add squash and onion. Reduce heat; cover and cook until squash is crisp-tender, about 6 minutes....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples1-1/4 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup sugar3 to 4 tablespoons all-purpose flourDough for double-crust pieTOPPING:1/2 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonWhipped topping, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples and strawberries; drizzle with lemon juice. Combine sugar and flour; sprinkle over fruit and toss lightly. Preheat oven to 450°. On a lightly floured surface, roll one half of dough to a 1/8-in....

Ingredients 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. ground black pepper vegetable oil 2 1/2 lb. chicken wings 1 lb. baby bok choy 1 large yellow bell pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Arrange racks at the upper and lower thirds of oven. In a small bowl, combine salt and pepper. Lightly coat two large, rimmed baking sheets with oil. Spread half of wings on each baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (4.4 ounces) jalapeno jack pasta mix1/2 pound smoked sausage, chopped1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained Preparation Prepare the pasta mix according to package directions. Stir in sausage and black beans; heat through.

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup buttermilk1/2 cup cinnamon applesauce2 tablespoons butter, meltedMaple syrup or topping of your choice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In a small bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk, applesauce and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 2 tablespoonfuls onto a greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top....

Ingredients 2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 pounds) 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes4 cans (7 ounces each) whole green chiles, drained and coarsely chopped1 large onion, diced14 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmedOptional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, sour cream, sliced ripe olives Preparation Combine garlic, salt, cumin and cayenne; rub over roast. Place in a 5- or 6-qt....

Ingredients 1 beef flank steak (2 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups beef broth1/2 cup dry vermouth1/2 cup dry red wine or additional beef broth1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste 1 large onion, thinly sliced1 large carrot, sliced1 small sweet red pepper, thinly sliced1 Cubanelle or mild banana pepper, thinly sliced3 sprigs fresh oreganoHot cooked riceOptional: Additional fresh oregano, lime wedges and sliced green olives with pimientos Preparation Cut steak into 6 pieces; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch strips1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1/4 cup cider vinegar3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold waterThinly sliced green onions, optional Hot cooked rice, optional Preparation Place paprika in a shallow bowl. Add pork, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat....

Ingredients 3 pounds cubed peeled potatoes (about 9 medium) 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup 2% milk1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese4 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powderSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven, adding water to cover. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes....

Ingredients 3 teaspoons smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon water4 bone-in chicken thighs1-1/2 cups baby portobello mushrooms, quartered1 cup chopped green onions, divided 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained Preparation Mix first 4 ingredients; rub over chicken. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, skin side down. Cook until browned, 4-5 minutes per side; remove from pan. Remove all but 1 tablespoon drippings from pan....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup honey1/3 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped pecans1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)1/2 cup pecan halves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the sugar and flour. Stir in the eggs, honey, butter, vanilla and salt. Add chopped pecans and mix well. Pour into pastry shell. Arrange pecan halves around edge and center of pie. Cover edges loosely with foil....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons ground ancho chile pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained4 cups chicken stock1/4 cup water6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 green onions, slicedShaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in spices....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 teaspoon sugar4 teaspoons olive oil3/4 teaspoon salt1-3/4 to 2 cups all-purpose flourTOPPINGS:1 cup Alfredo sauce3 cups fresh baby spinach1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese3/4 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; stir in sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed3 medium nectarines, chopped3 apricots, sliced2/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons plus 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cold butter, divided6 to 7 tablespoons ice water1 large egg yolk1 teaspoon water Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine the cherries, nectarines, apricots, sugar, cornstarch, 2 tablespoons flour and cinnamon; set aside....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs2 tablespoons sugar1/3 cup unsalted butter, softenedBATTER:4 large egg whites3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour cream2 cups coarsely chopped fresh strawberriesFROSTING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup unsalted butter, softened3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractFresh strawberries and graham cracker crumbs Preparation Line 24 muffin tins with paper liners; set aside....