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Ingredients 1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup white vinegar1/3 cup ketchup1/3 cup canola oil1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauceSALAD:1 pound fresh baby spinach1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained2 medium onions, sliced2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1/4 cup real bacon bits Preparation In a bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, ketchup, oil and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and refrigerate until serving. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, onions and eggs....

Ingredients 2 broccolini 1 clove garlic 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Flaky sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 lb. yellow and red cherry tomatoes 6 scallions 1 asparagus 1 lb. mafaldine 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 pinch crushed red pepper 1/4 c. Chopped flat leaf parsley 1/2 c. Ricotta Salata cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a bowl, toss broccolini and garlic with 1/4 cup of olive oil and season with sea salt and pepper; spread on a rimmed baking sheet....

Ingredients 6 cups uncooked egg noodles (about 12 ounces)1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/2 pounds), cut into 2x1/2-in. strips1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 shallots, finely chopped1/2 cup beef broth1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill 1 cup sour cream Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, toss beef with oil, salt and pepper. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat; saute half the beef until browned, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (29 ounces) pears1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedMandarin oranges, optional Preparation Drain pears, reserving juice. Chop pears and set aside. Add water to the juice to measure 3 cups. Place in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add gelatin and stir until dissolved. Whisk in cream cheese until smooth. Refrigerate until slightly thickened. Whisk in whipped topping until smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 cup lemon juice8 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick)Lemon wedges, optional Preparation In a microwave-safe dish, microwave butter, covered, until melted; add brown sugar and lemon juice, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reserve 2/3 cup for drizzling. Brush pork chops with remaining sauce. Grill, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°....

Ingredients Vegetable cooking spray 1/2 lb. sweet Italian pork sausage 4 c. Swanson® Chicken Broth 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves 1 medium onion 1 medium carrot 2 c. coarsely chopped fresh spinach leaves Preparation Step 1Spray a 4-quart saucepot with the cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add the sausage and cook until it’s well browned, stirring often. Pour off any fat.Step 2Stir the broth, oregano, onion and carrot in the saucepan....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed2 tablespoons butter, divided1-1/2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms1 cup fresh baby spinach6 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce4 thin slices prosciutto1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place four 6-ounce ramekins or custard cups upside-down on a large baking sheet. Grease outsides of ramekins well. Cut puff pastry into quarters; shape each quarter around a ramekin Bake 14-16 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta8 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined6 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chicken broth1 small plum tomato, peeled, seeded and diced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, oregano, thyme and parsley1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp and asparagus in oil until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon rice vinegar1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot2 tablespoons canola oil4 green onions, finely chopped, divided3 cups hot cooked rice Preparation Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, combine shrimp and cornstarch....

Ingredients 1 cup 2% milk2 eggs2 egg yolks2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons brandy or unsweetened apple juice1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream4 teaspoons minced chives1 package (4 ounces) smoked salmon or lox Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Combine flour and salt; add to egg mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Heat a lightly greased 8-in....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 can (28 ounces) Italian crushed tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperMEATBALLS:4 slices white bread, torn2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons olive oil1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti Preparation In a large saucepan, cook onion in oil until tender....

Ingredients 2 boneless beef top loin steaks (8 ounces each)1 garlic clove, halved1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup sherry or beef broth1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons chopped green onion Preparation Rub steaks with garlic and sprinkle with salt and pepper; set aside. Melt butter in a large skillet. Add the sherry or broth, Worcestershire sauce and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 1/4 c. pitted dates 3/4 c. dark spiced rum 1 tsp. vanilla extract 3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. cinnamon pinch of salt 1 tbsp. baking powder 2 c. light or dark brown sugar 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 large eggs 1 1/2 lb. unsalted butter 3 c. dark or light brown sugar 1 c. brandy whipped cream Preparation Step 1For the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 tsp. cornstarch 3 tbsp. Cooking oil c. cashews dried red-pepper flakes 1 lb. mushrooms 1/2 tsp. salt 4 scallions 3/4 tsp. Asian sesame oil 3 cloves garlic 1 lb. broccoli 1 1/2 lb. napa (Chinese) cabbage (about 1/2 head) 1 tbsp. oyster sauce 2 tbsp. soy sauce Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of the broth with the cornstarch....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (5-1/2 ounces) tomato juiceShredded cheddar cheese, chopped green peppers, sour cream and thinly sliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the salsa, beans and tomato juice; heat through. Serve with the cheese, peppers, sour cream and onions if desired....

Ingredients 4 whole garlic bulbs2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)6 tablespoons butter, cubed6 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups 2% milk2-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/8 teaspoon nutmegHot cooked pastaOptional: Chopped tomato and minced fresh parsley Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut tops off garlic bulbs; brush bulbs with 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage4 celery ribs, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed1 package (14 ounces) crushed corn bread stuffing2 medium apples, peeled and chopped1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries1 cup chopped pecans1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper2 to 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2 large eggs2 teaspoons baking powder Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1 garlic clove, minced1 bay leaf1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano2 teaspoon sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperHot cooked spaghettiFresh oregano, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook ground beef and onion until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Add the next eight ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup Asian toasted sesame salad dressing1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch strips1/2 cup reduced-fat cream cheese1/4 cup coconut milk3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a bowl or shallow dish, add salad dressing and chicken; turn chicken to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt2 to 3 slices day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/2 cup Italian salad dressing2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves6 cups torn romaine1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/3 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing Preparation In a bowl, combine the butter, garlic powder and seasoned salt; add bread cubes and toss to coat. Place on a baking sheet; bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown....