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Ingredients 1/2 pound reduced-fat smoked turkey kielbasa, sliced1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 celery rib with leaves, thinly sliced4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up1 small zucchini, sliced1 medium carrot, shredded1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a nonstick skillet, cook kielbasa over medium heat until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 pound bulk pork sausage2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each ) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with onions, undrained1 can (12 ounces) beer6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup chili powder1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapeno slices2 teaspoons ground cumin2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried basil3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperOptional: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and chopped green onions...

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, room temperature3/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water (120° to 130°), divided 1/2 cup evaporated milk1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1 large egg3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugarBerries and whipped topping, optional Preparation Beat butter, sugar, salt and cinnamon until crumbly. Beat in 1/2 cup water and evaporated milk. In another bowl, dissolve yeast in remaining 2 tablespoons water; add to milk mixture....

Ingredients 1 lb. medium red or Yukon Gold potatoes 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. medium yellow squash Salt and freshly ground pepper all-purpose flour 1 1/2 lb. thawed frozen pizza dough 24 cherry tomatoes 2 1/2 c. Manchego cheese (7 1/2 ounces) 2 oz. frisée Preparation Step 1Set a pizza stone on the bottom of the oven and preheat the oven to 500°F for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 37 saltines cracker squares1 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup sugar2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 ounce white baking chocolate1 teaspoon shortening Preparation Place crackers in a single layer in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a large saucepan, bring butter and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes or until mixture is thickened and sugar is completely dissolved. Spread over crackers. Bake at 350° for 7-8 minutes or until bubbly....

Ingredients 1 1/2 tbsp. chopped garlic 3 c. Sliced scallions 2 tbsp. stemmed tarragon leaves 1 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. ground black pepper 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. roasted, shelled, and salted pumpkin seeds 3/4 c. finely grated Parmesan cheese 1 splash pumpkin seed oil Preparation Step 1In a food processor, combine garlic, scallions, tarragon, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pulse until garlic, scallions, and tarragon just come together but are not paste-like....

Ingredients 10 cups thinly sliced peeled Golden Delicious apples (about 8)1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves6 tablespoons butter, divided2 cups soft bread crumbs (about 4 slices) Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Dot with 2 tablespoons butter. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 25 minutes or until apples are crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, melt remaining butter....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups whole milk1 cup shredded American cheese1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/4 cup sliced green onions12 large eggs, beaten1 jar (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbsAdditional sliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Whisk in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 4 sea-bass fillets 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/4 c. pesto 3 carrots 1 zucchini 2 tbsp. olive oil 1/4 c. dry white wine Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. Put four 12-inch squares of aluminum foil on a work surface and brush lightly with cooking oil.Step 2Put a fish fillet in the center of each square of foil. Sprinkle the fillets with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper....

Ingredients 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 medium onions, chopped3 celery ribs, chopped1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 cup white wine or 1/2 cup vegetable broth5 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 to 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon sugar1 pound haddock fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces1 pound uncooked shrimp (41-50 per pound), peeled and deveined1 can (6 ounces) chopped clams, undrained1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup uncooked arborio rice1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large nonstick skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 3 slices Italian bread, cubedButter-flavored cooking spray1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder2 bunches romaine, torn2 cups grape tomatoes, halved1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings8 pepperoncini1/2 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. For croutons, spritz bread cubes with butter-flavored spray; place in a bowl. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder; toss to coat evenly....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of onion soup, undiluted1/4 teaspoon salt1 package (8-1/2 ounces) flour tortillas, torn into 3-inch pieces3 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; crumble meat; drain. Stir in enchilada sauce, soup and salt. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, layer a third of the beef mixture, tortillas and cheese....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch cubes1 medium apple, peeled and chopped1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup orange juice1 tablespoon curry powder1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked rice, optional1/4 cup raisins1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup beef broth4 fresh thyme sprigs1 bay leaf2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges6 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon tomato paste2 cups dry red wine or beef broth4 teaspoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold waterSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1 package (16 ounces) Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 tablespoon olive oil2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet; set aside....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream3 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon sugarPepper to taste4 medium cucumbers, peeled, if desired, and thinly sliced1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings Preparation In a large bowl, whisk sour cream, vinegar, sugar and pepper until blended. Add cucumbers and onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1 cup finely chopped pecans, divided1/2 cup cornmeal1 teaspoon salt, divided1 teaspoon pepper, divided4 catfish fillets (6 ounces each)1/2 cup butter, divided1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons lemon juice1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine 1/2 cup pecans, cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Coat catfish with pecan mixture. In a large skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium-high heat; fry fillets for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 2 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds each)1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2 large onions, sliced2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, minced2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1-1/4 teaspoons salt3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1-3/4 cups waterMinced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Halve squash; discard seeds. Place squash in a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray, cut side down. Bake until tender, 40-50 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound pitted dried plums (prunes)2 cups water1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon ground ginger3 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the plums, water, cinnamon, cloves and ginger; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until cool. Stir in lemon juice. Store, covered, in the refrigerator.