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Ingredients 2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips3 tablespoons olive oil1 cup water1 envelope (1-1/2 ounces) beef Stroganoff seasoning for the slow cooker1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 small onion, chopped3 tablespoons butter1/4 cup port wine or beef broth2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon sugar1-1/2 cups sour creamHot cooked egg noodlesMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large skillet, brown meat in oil. Add water and seasoning mix, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan....

Ingredients 6 large eggs1 cup biscuit/baking mix2/3 cup 2% milk1/3 cup sour cream2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 small onion, finely chopped1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 8 ingredients until blended; stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into a greased 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until eggs are set....

Ingredients 2 whole garlic bulbs1 tablespoon olive oil15 small red potatoes, halved15 bacon strips2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 cups creme fraiche or sour cream1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut tops off of garlic bulbs. Brush with oil. Wrap each bulb in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° until softened, 30-35 minutes. Cool for 10-15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 tablespoon onion soup mix1 cup shredded cheddar cheese8 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in soup and soup mix; heat through. Stir in cheese until melted. Place about 1/3 cupful on each bun.

Ingredients 3/4 c. buttermilk 1 tbsp. hot sauce (optional) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 catfish fillets (each about 3 to 5 oz.) 3/4 c. yellow cornmeal 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 (24-fl oz.) bottle vegetable oil, for frying (3 c.) 1/3 c. mayonnaise 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. celery seeds (optional)...

Ingredients 4 bunches green onions, finely chopped1/4 cup butter1 pound fresh spinach, trimmed6 tablespoons minced fresh parsley12 large eggs1/2 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute onions in butter for 2 minutes or until tender. Add spinach and parsley; saute 3 minutes longer or until heated through. Remove from the heat and set aside. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sour cream and salt until smooth....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour2-3/4 cups fat-free milk, divided1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided3 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium onions, chopped2 cups chopped carrots4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound fresh spinach, chopped9 lasagna noodles, cooked, rinsed and drained Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Add 2-1/2 cups milk....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided3 tablespoons maple syrup1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped almonds1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Preparation Brush a 10-in. fluted tube pan with 1 tablespoon butter. In a small bowl, combine syrup and remaining butter. Drizzle 2 tablespoons into pan. Combine the brown sugar, nuts and cinnamon; sprinkle 1/3 cupful over syrup mixture. Separate biscuits; place in prepared pan with edges overlapping....

Ingredients 2 cups torn spinach2 cups torn leaf lettuce3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken2/3 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 orange, cut into segments1/4 cup strawberry-flavored pancake syrup2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/4 cup cashews or pecans, optional Preparation Divide spinach and lettuce among two salad plates. Arrange the chicken, strawberries and oranges on lettuce. Combine syrup and vinegar; drizzle over salads. Top with nuts if desired.

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1-1/3 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup salted whole cashewsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:2/3 cup butter, softened3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk, room temperature Preparation Whisk flour, baking soda and cinnamon. In a 1-qt. glass jar, layer flour mixture, brown sugar, granulated sugar, oats and cashews in order listed. Cover and store in a cool dry place up to 3 months....

Ingredients 6 Italian sausage links (4 ounces each)1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper6 hoagie or submarine sandwich buns, split Preparation In a large skillet, brown sausage links over medium heat. Cut into 1/2-in. slices; place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the green pepper, onion, tomato sauce and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3 medium), cut into wedges1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1-1/2 teaspoons paprika3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a large bowl, toss potatoes with oil. Combine the remaining ingredients; sprinkle over potatoes and toss to coat. Arrange potatoes in a single layer in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds)3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided 2 medium lemons1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup honey3 tablespoons Dijon mustard4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon paprika1/2 cup water1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed6 miniature sweet peppers, sliced into rings1/4 cup pomegranate seeds, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place chicken in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Thinly slice 1 lemon; place over chicken....

Ingredients 12 large egg whites (about 1-2/3 cups)1 cup cake flour1-1/2 cups sugar, divided 1 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt2-1/2 to 3 cups raspberry sherbet or ice cream of your choiceGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon grated lime zest3 to 4 tablespoons lime juice Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, mix flour and 3/4 cup sugar until blended....

Ingredients 1 pound beef top round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added whole tomatoes, undrained3 cups water2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 medium onions, diced3 celery ribs, sliced2 carrots, sliced3 reduced-sodium beef bouillon cubes1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 6 hours....

Ingredients 3/4 lb. cherry tomatoes (about 2 1/2 cups) 12 large fresh basil leaves 1 clove garlic c. whole almonds 1/4 tsp. peperoncino (crushed red pepper) 1/2 tsp. coarse sea salt or kosher salt 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. spaghetti 1/2 c. Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano Preparation Step 1Rinse the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves and pat them dry.Step 2Drop the tomatoes into the blender jar or food processor bowl followed by the garlic clove, almonds, basil leaves, peperoncino, and 1/2 teaspoon salt....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon minced garlic3 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) spaghetti in tomato sauce with cheese1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper, onion, salt and pepper over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes or until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 clove garlic 1 1/2 c. lightly packed flat-leaf parsley with thick stems removed 3/4 tsp. salt c. olive oil c. unsalted blanched almonds 3/4 lb. spaghetti 2 plum tomatoes Preparation Step 1In a food processor, puree the garlic and parsley with the salt. With the machine running, add the olive oil in a thin stream. Add the almonds and pulse to chop.Step 2In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti until just done, about 12 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cinnamon sticks (2 inches)12 whole cloves1-1/2 cups orange juice2/3 cup raisins1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 can (15-1/4 ounces) apricot halves1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced pears, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained1 can (15 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, drained Preparation Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag....

Ingredients PUDDING:1/2 cup light molasses1/2 cup hot water2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 teaspoon saltSAUCE:1 cup sugar1 teaspoon cornstarchDash salt1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a bowl, combine pudding ingredients. Pour into a well-greased 4-cup pudding mold. Place in a stockpot on a rack. Fill stockpot with boiling water to 1-in. depth; cover and boil gently. Replace water as needed....