Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup honey2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot2 cups club soda, chilled1 cup lemon juiceOptional: Lemon slices and fresh mint Preparation In a saucepan, bring the water, honey and ginger to a boil. Remove from heat; cover and steep for 10 minutes. Strain, discarding ginger. Cool. Transfer to a pitcher; stir in soda and lemon juice. Serve over ice. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint, if desired.
Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup vegetable oil7 eggs, separated1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarGLAZE:2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup milk1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugarChopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cloves and nutmeg....
Ingredients 4 breakfast turkey sausage links, casings removed1-1/2 cups egg substitute1-1/4 cups whole milk, divided3 cups water1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup quick-cooking grits3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2 green onions, chopped1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Crumble sausage into a large skillet; cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon. Whisk egg substitute and 1/4 cup milk; add to same skillet. Cook and stir until set; remove from the heat....
Ingredients 2 pounds bulk Italian sausage1 large onion, chopped1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained2 cups uncooked long grain rice2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef consomme, undiluted2 cups water2 teaspoons dried oreganoGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, brown sausage; drain. Add onion and mushrooms; saute until onion is tender. Add rice, consomme, water and oregano; mix well. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in....
Ingredients 1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons dried marjoram1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 boneless whole pork loin roast (4 pounds) Preparation Combine the seasonings; rub over roast. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until a thermometer reads 145°, 80 minutes. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Ingredients 10 cups torn assorted breads, such as French, whole wheat, rye, pumpernickel, and plain bagels1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup minced fresh sage2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 eggs, beaten1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the breads, herbs, salt and pepper. Combine the eggs, broth and butter; add to bread mixture and stir until moistened....
Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)2 cups water2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed8 hamburger buns, split Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix water, bouillon granules and seasonings; pour over meat. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until tender. Remove beef; cool slightly. Meanwhile, skim fat from the cooking liquid....
Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar3 tablespoons apricot preserves2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup water2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed1-3/4 cups frozen broccoli, carrots and water chestnuts, thawed and coarsely chopped1-1/4 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small saucepan, combine the water, quinoa and 1/3 cup vinegar mixture....
Ingredients 1 bunch celery, separated into ribs3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 can (4 ounces) tiny shrimp, rinsed and finely chopped1 tablespoon each finely chopped onion, green pepper and pimiento-stuffed olives1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 to 2 drops hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation Cut celery ribs into 2-in. pieces. Finely chop one piece; set aside. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth....
Ingredients 3 pounds country-style pork ribs1 cup water1/2 cup ketchup1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon sugar4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1 beef bouillon cube1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place ribs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour; reduce heat to low and cook 3-4 hours longer. Remove ribs to serving platter and keep warm....
Ingredients 3 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant cheesecake or vanilla pudding mix1 package strawberry cake mix (regular size)1 cup water3 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil2 cups toasted coconut marshmallows, quarteredOptional: Strawberry ice cream topping and sliced fresh strawberries Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix 2 minutes. Transfer to a greased 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions with water, eggs and oil; pour over pudding layer....
Ingredients 1 pound smoked bluefish fillets or flaked smoked trout1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup finely chopped red onion1/4 cup snipped fresh dill1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup sour cream3 tablespoons capers, drained2 tablespoons prepared horseradish2 tablespoons grated lemon zestAssorted crackers, fresh vegetables and lemon wedges Preparation Scrape fish from skin if needed. Place fish in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Combine cream cheese, red onion, dill, lemon juice, sour cream, capers, horseradish and zest; gently stir in fish....
Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)6 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 2-inch x 1/2-inch sticks2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies, drained1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation Flatten chicken to /18-in. thickness. Place a cheese stick down the middle of each; top with chilies. Roll up and tuck in ends....
Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups cake flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup cold water4 egg whitesFROSTING:2 cups shortening6 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt2 to 3 tablespoons milkLilac paste food coloringEdible pansies Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with water....
Ingredients 1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the dressing mix, red wine vinegar and soy sauce. Add chicken breasts. Seal and refrigerate for several hours. Remove chicken from the marinade and grill over medium-hot heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear.
Ingredients 5 cups Corn Chex2 cups Rice Chex2 cups Wheat Chex1 cup miniature pretzels1 cup dry roasted peanuts1/2 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cereals, pretzels and peanuts. In a small bowl, combine the butter and spices; pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 5-6 minutes, stirring three times. Spread onto waxed paper to cool....
Ingredients 1/4 cup lemon juice4 tablespoons olive oil, divided3 tablespoons white wine1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes2 medium lemons, halvedMinced chives Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine lemon juice, 3 tablespoons oil, wine, pepper flakes and rosemary. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate up to 3 hours. Drain chicken, discarding marinade....
Ingredients 2 cups sour cream1 envelope (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing mix1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained1/4 cup chopped onion3/4 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 round loaf of bread (1 pound)Raw vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, combine first six ingredients. Chill for at least 1 hour. Cut a 1-1/2-in. slice off the top of the loaf; set aside. Hollow out the bottom part, leaving a thick shell....
Ingredients 1 ounce milk chocolate, chopped3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1 large pear, sliced3 tablespoons dried cranberries2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Whisk in the vinegar, oil, honey, salt and pepper; set aside. Divide spinach among four salad plates. Top with pear, cranberries and almonds. Drizzle with dressing.
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup strawberry preserves Preparation Cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Divide dough into four portions. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until firm enough to roll, about 2 hours. Preheat oven to 375°. On a floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/8-in....
