Ingredients 2 lb. bacon 1 lb. dry cannellini beans (see Tips & Techniques) 1 white onion 1 bay leaf 3 clove garlic Salt, to taste 1 lb. shrimp 1 c. loosely packed basil chiffonade 2 large tomatoes Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 c. Extra virgin olive oil Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Preparation Step 1Make the cannellini beans: Place bacon, beans, onion, bay leaf, and garlic in a large stockpot....
Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/2 cup diced green pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons tomato paste2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot garlic bread Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer meat to a 3-qt....
Ingredients 1 bottle (12 ounces) amber beer or nonalcoholic beer1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour10 cups water2/3 cup baking sodaTOPPING:1 large egg yolk1 tablespoon waterCoarse salt, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, heat beer to 110°-115°; remove from heat. Stir in yeast until dissolved. In a large bowl, combine butter, sugar, salt, yeast mixture and 3 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth....
Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips1 medium onion, sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips2 tablespoons taco seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed1/2 cup picante sauce2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakesHot cooked fettuccine, optional Preparation In a large skillet, stir-fry the beef, onion, red pepper, taco seasoning, salt and pepper in oil until meat is no longer pink....
Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat or multigrain angel hair pasta4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons olive oil, divided4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 garlic clove, minced1 cup dry Marsala wine Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Pound chicken with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, lemon pepper and salt....
Ingredients 1 package cream cheese 1 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese 1 tsp. minced garlic 1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1 tsp. cayenne pepper 1 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. finely chopped walnuts Preparation Step 1Put the cream cheese, Cheddar, garlic, parsley, cayenne and black peppers, and salt in a food processor. Process for 5 to 10 seconds, until well blended. Scrape the mixture into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour....
Ingredients 1 c. dried lentils 1/2 onion 2 3/4 c. plus 6 tablespoons water 1 tbsp. olive oil 2 1/2 tsp. salt 1 bay leaf 1/2 c. coarse bulgar 1 1/2 tsp. Tabasco sauce 1/2 c. tahini 2 cloves garlic 5 tsp. lemon juice 1 c. plain yogurt 8 pitas 1 roasted chicken 2 large tomatoes 1 head romaine lettuce Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 350°F. In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils, onion, the 2 3/4 cups water, the oil, 1 teaspoon of the salt and the bay leaf....
Ingredients 1 cup torn fresh spinach1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup chopped seeded plum tomatoes2 green onions, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef8 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight 4-in. patties. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear....
Ingredients 4 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1-1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided2 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 to 1 teaspoon almond extract2 cups heavy whipping cream1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1-1/4 cups sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form....
Ingredients 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry5 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided6 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup malted milk powder2 cups heavy whipping cream, whippedStrawberry syrup, optional Preparation Thaw one puff pastry sheet (save remaining sheet for another use). Unfold pastry; cut lengthwise into three 3-in.-wide strips. Cut each strip into thirds, making nine squares. Place 1 in....
Ingredients 1 cup cornmeal2 cups buttermilk12 uncooked breakfast sausage links1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractMaple syrup Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine cornmeal and buttermilk; let stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a 9-in. cast-iron skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain on paper towels. Arrange 8 links in a spokelike pattern in same skillet or in a greased 9-in....
Ingredients 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained1 envelope (1.6 ounces) instant cinnamon and spice oatmeal2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Cut peaches into 3/4-in. pieces; place into two 10-oz. custard cups. Combine the oatmeal, flour and butter; sprinkle over peaches. Place custard cups on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef or bulk Italian sausage1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 bay leaf1 tablespoon brown sugar4 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 teaspoons dried basil1 to 2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried thymeHot cooked spaghetti Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds), cut into 1-1/2-in. cubes1 large onion, chopped1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained3 tablespoons cider vinegar1-1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 30 cookies)9 garlic cloves, peeled1 tablespoon sugarHot cooked noodles, rice or mashed potatoes...
Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast (4 pounds)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce, divided1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce, divided1 cup ketchup1 cup molasses1/2 cup prepared mustard10 kaiser rolls, split Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine broth, 1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce and 1/3 cup hot sauce; pour over roast. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until tender....
Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs1 medium onion, thinly sliced4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 cup chicken broth1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup honey1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked riceOptional: Minced fresh cilantro and sesame seeds Preparation Place chicken in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Top with onion, garlic and ginger. Combine broth, soy sauce, honey, pepper flakes and pepper; pour over chicken....
Ingredients 10 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes (about 6 potatoes)1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup orange juice1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation Place sweet potatoes in a large Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat remaining ingredients until bubbles form around side of pan; remove from heat....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/3 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup cold mashed sweet potatoes (prepared without milk or butter)1/3 cup milk1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cut in butter until crumbly. Combine sweet potato and milk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10-15 times....
Ingredients 2 c. Pecan halves 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. honey 2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp. minced shallots 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 navel or blood oranges 1 lb. baby spinach 1 c. Sicilian green olives Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Toast the pecans on a baking sheet for 5 minutes....
Ingredients 6 garlic cloves1 teaspoon olive oil2 pounds small red potatoes1/2 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk1/2 cup Stilton cheese6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Cut stem ends off unpeeled garlic cloves. Place cloves on a piece of foil. Drizzle with oil; wrap in foil. Bake until cloves are soft, 35 minutes....
