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Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2-1/2 cups water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons canola oil2 teaspoons salt6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flourCornmeal1 large egg white1 tablespoon water2 tablespoons sesame seeds Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, oil, salt and 4 cups of flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup olive oil1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1/4 cup lemon juice1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup minced fresh parsleyHot cooked angel hair pasta Preparation In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, saute garlic in butter and oil until fragrant. Add the shrimp, lemon juice, pepper and oregano; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink....

Ingredients 1 cup sliced fresh beets2 tablespoons sugar3/4 teaspoon all-purpose flour2 tablespoons white vinegar1/8 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons butter Preparation Place beets in a small saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon cooking liquid; set beets aside. In the same pan, combine the sugar, flour, vinegar and reserved liquid. Cook over low heat until thickened. Stir in the beets, salt and butter....

Ingredients 1 package (18 ounces) Hawaiian sweet rolls12 slices cheddar cheese1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (15-1/2 ounces) sloppy joe sauce1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1 tablespoon soy sauce3/4 teaspoon pepperGLAZE:1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon soy sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon sesame seeds1 teaspoon black sesame seeds1 teaspoon dried minced onionDill pickle slices, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Without separating rolls, cut rolls in half horizontally; arrange bottom halves in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs1 can (6 ounces) unsweetened pineapple juice1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced2/3 cup barbecue sauce1/3 cup plum jam Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown ribs on all sides. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker; top with pineapple juice, onion and garlic. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until meat is tender. Remove ribs; drain and discard cooking juices and onion....

Ingredients 6 cups cubed cooked turkey2 cups cubed Velveeta1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery18 wheat sandwich buns, split Preparation In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cover and cook on low until vegetables are tender and cheese is melted, 3-4 hours. Stir mixture; spoon 1/2 cup onto each bun....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced2 teaspoons garam masala2 teaspoons red curry powder1/2 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground ginger2 tablespoons whole wheat flour1 tablespoon olive oil1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk1/4 cup tomato paste1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch piecesHot cooked riceOptional: Fresh cilantro leaves and naan bread Preparation Heat large saucepan over medium-high heat; add butter and onion....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1 can (14 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth1 cup quinoa, rinsed2 teaspoons onion soup mix1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon saltOptional: Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped avocado, chopped red onion, sliced jalapeno, sour cream and cilantro...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds small red potatoes, halved1 cup root beer1 cup ketchup1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons chili powder2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1/2 teaspoon salt, divided4 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 cup 2% milk1-1/2 cups grated zucchini, squeezed dry1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup raisins1 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add the egg and mix well. Combine dry ingredients; add alternately with milk to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 8 chicken drumsticks, skin removedPepper to taste1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 envelope onion soup mix1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped or 1 teaspoon dill weed1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drainedPaprikaCooked wide egg noodles, optional Preparation Place chicken in a single layer in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with pepper. Combine the soup, soup mix, sour cream, lemon juice, dill and mushrooms; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons salsa1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded1 garlic clove2 tablespoons chopped onion1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, optional1 cup cubed cooked chicken1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided10 to 12 flour tortillas (6 inches)Sour cream and additional salsa, optional Preparation In a food processor; combine the first eight ingredients and 1/2 cup cheese; cover and process until smooth. Spread evenly over tortillas. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1/2 pound Spanish chorizo links, sliced1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 cup uncooked short grain rice1 cup chopped onion1-1/2 cups chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon salt10 strands saffron, crushed or 1/8 teaspoon ground saffron1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 cup sweet red pepper strips1/2 cup green pepper strips1/2 cup frozen peasOptional: Minced fresh parsley and lemon wedges...

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 egg1/4 cup egg substitute1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce3 tablespoons canola oil1/3 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine the egg, egg substitute, bananas, applesauce and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 cooked steak, diced (about 1 cup)1-1/2 cups Mushroom Sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 cup water1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon pepper2 drops hot pepper sauceHerb-flavored croutonsShredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes. Top servings with croutons and cheese.

Ingredients 1/2 cup seedless strawberry jam or preserves, warmed3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar3 large egg whites, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup sour cream1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltRed food coloring, optional FROSTING:2 cups heavy whipping cream1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup seedless strawberry jam or preserves1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractFresh strawberries, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 16 muffin cups with paper or foil liners....

Ingredients 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries3 fresh lavender sprigs or 1 tsp. dried culinary lavender2 quarts water Preparation Combine all ingredients in a large glass carafe or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours.

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2/3 cup dry bread crumbs1 small tomato, seeded and finely chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 large egg1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil4 whole wheat hamburger buns, splitOptional: Reduced-fat sour cream, guacamole, spicy ranch salad dressing, lettuce, sliced tomato and sliced red onions Preparation Place beans in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 4 corn tortillas (6-inch) 1 tsp. oil 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 tub PHILADELPHIA Santa Fe Blend Cooking Creme 1 c. milk 1 can black beans 1 can corn with red and green bell peppers 1 can diced tomatoes 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Step 1Heat oven to 400 degrees F.Step 2Toss tortilla strips with oil; spread into single layer on baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons shortening3 tablespoons cold butter2 to 3 tablespoons ice waterBACON ROSES (optional):8 bacon strips3 tablespoons maple syrup3 tablespoons packed brown sugarTOPPING:1 tablespoon maple syrup1 tablespoon brown sugarFILLING:4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup frozen cooked winter squash1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese or part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup 2% cottage cheese1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperOptional: fresh rosemary and fresh thyme leaves...