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Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) pitted dates1 cup orange juice1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOFFEE SAUCE:1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup heavy whipping creamVanilla ice cream or whipped cream Preparation In a small saucepan, combine dates and orange juice. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups fresh or frozen green beans (about 1 pound)2 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon onion powder Preparation Place beans in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 7-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. In a small bowl, combine the butter and seasonings. Drain beans; add butter mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 medium head cabbage (about 3 pounds)1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (8 ounces) sauerkraut, undrainedGRAVY:2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups water2 tablespoons paprika1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a skillet, brown beef and onion; drain and set aside. In a Dutch oven or large kettle, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups (5 ounces) crumbled feta cheese2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon pepper2/3 cup peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (61-70 per pound), chopped1/4 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red pepper2 large English cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch slicesOptional: Fresh dill sprigs or additional chopped roasted sweet red peppers Preparation In a large bowl, beat the first 6 ingredients until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 c. unsalted butter c. light brown sugar 1 egg 3/4 c. self-rising flour 1 1/2 tbsp. self-rising flour 1/2 c. Quaker Oats 2 tbsp. Nutella 2 tbsp. Skippy smooth peanut butter butter Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease the baking sheet with butter.Step 2Place the butter and sugar in a large bowl and beat them together until pale. Add the egg gradually, beating with the spoon as you go....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 small onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese6 flour tortillas (6 inches) Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup white wine Preparation Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic and pepper flakes in butter for 1 minute. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. Remove from the pan and set aside. Add wine to the pan; cook until liquid is reduced by half....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartarROYAL ICING:1 package (2 pounds) confectioners’ sugar8 teaspoons meringue powder1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1 cup waterFood coloring of your choice36 miniature marshmallowsAssorted sprinkles and pearl dragees Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg and extracts....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple1/4 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 teaspoon cornstarch1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped30 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves30 pineapple chunks (about 2 cups)1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toastedTeriyaki sauce, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 3 tablespoons juice. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, pepper and reserved pineapple juice; set aside....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips2 cups fresh or frozen cut green beans (1-1/2-inch pieces)1 cup water1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon dill seed1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon; crumble and set aside. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Add beans, water, onion and seasonings to drippings; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon paprika3 large baking potatoes (about 2-3/4 pounds)1/3 cup milk1/4 cup butter, dividedSOUR CREAM DIP:2 cups sour cream8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 tablespoons minced chives1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, Parmesan cheese and paprika. Cut each potato into eight wedges; dip in milk. Place in the bag, a few at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup soy sauce1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup water3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1 garlic clove, mincedCrushed red pepper flakes, optional4 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, skin side down, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°

Ingredients 8 medium tomatoes, sliced1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt, optional Preparation Arrange tomatoes in a serving bowl; sprinkle with parsley. Combine the remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour over tomatoes. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. beef ground black pepper 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 lb. potato 4 carrots 2 onions 4 clove garlic 3 1/4 c. Swanson® Beef Stock 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves 1 bay leaf 1 c. frozen peas Preparation Step 1Season the beef with black pepper. Coat the beef with 2 tablespoons of the flour. Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup chicken broth1 cup orange juice1/2 cup honey1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons rice vinegar1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon sesame oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon ground ginger6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each) 3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup water4 ounces uncooked rice noodlesChopped green onions Preparation Combine first 10 ingredients until well mixed. Place chicken in a 4- or 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1/3 cup cold butter1 cup chopped pecansBATTER:1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup sour creamFILLING:1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 large egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. For streusel, in a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour and pumpkin pie spice....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 3 cloves garlic c. red wine 1 3/4 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 3/4 tsp. salt 1 lb. cleaned squid 1/2 lb. spaghetti c. chopped fresh basil or parsley Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the wine and simmer 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes and salt and bring to a simmer....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chili sauce3 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend, divided3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided2 teaspoons ground mustard2 teaspoons chili powder8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add chili sauce, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon seasoning blend and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute....

Ingredients 1/4 c. rice wine vinegar 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 small red Thai chili peppers 1 stalk lemongrass 1 tbsp. fresh cilantro 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil 6 oz. dried flat Asian noodles or dried linguine 4 oz. fresh asparagus 1 c. fresh pea pods 1 c. julienne-cut carrots 1 package Morningstar Farms® Meal Starters™ Veggie Steak Strips 2 tbsp. coarsely chopped cashews Preparation Step 1For dressing, in small food processor bowl combine vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, chili peppers, lemongrass, cilantro, and sesame oil....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta4 cups fresh baby spinach2 cups grape tomatoes, halved2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 green onions, choppedDRESSING:1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons lemon juice3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in orzo; return to a boil....