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Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon white pepper2 pounds sole filletsOptional: Fresh dill and lemon wedges Preparation In a small bowl, combine the butter, dill, onion powder, garlic powder, salt if desired, and pepper. In a large skillet, heat butter mixture over medium heat until melted, 1-2 minutes. Add the sole; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side....

Ingredients CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE:1/3 cup white wine vinegar1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves3 tablespoons sugar1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 garlic clove, peeled and quartered3/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup olive oilSALAD:4 cups torn mixed salad greens3 large heirloom or other tomatoes, sliced1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or diced part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves Preparation In a blender, combine the first six ingredients. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream....

Ingredients 4 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cider vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon soy sauce1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperCORNBREAD:1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup yellow cornmeal2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1 cup 2% milk6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided Preparation Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the tomato soup, brown sugar, vinegar, chili powder, salt, celery seed, soy sauce and cayenne....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons butter, softened4 slices white bread2 slices cooked roast beef (2-1/4 ounces each)2 slices pepper jack cheese2 canned whole green chiles, halved Preparation Butter 1 side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of 2 slices, layer the beef, cheese and chilies; top with remaining bread, buttered side up. In a large nonstick skillet or griddle coated with cooking spray, toast sandwiches for 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti1/2 pound bacon strips, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook spaghetti according to package directions for al dente. In a large skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp, stirring occasionally; drain. Stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce; bring to a boil. Drain spaghetti; transfer to a greased 11x7-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups ketchup2 tablespoons finely chopped celery2 tablespoons white wine vinegar2 teaspoons finely chopped green onion2 teaspoons water2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon prepared horseradish1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning1 beef top sirloin steak (2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes3 tablespoons olive oil1 large sweet onion, chopped3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, seeded and finely chopped2 tablespoons minced garlic1/3 cup masa harina2 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon ground cumin1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drainedShredded cheddar cheese and/or finely chopped red onion, optional...

Ingredients Dough for double-crust pie1 pound bulk pork sausage5 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeno peppers, drained5 green onions, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 400º. On a lightly floured surface, roll half of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Repeat with remaining dough....

Ingredients 1 large onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 ounces pancetta or bacon strips, finely chopped3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed8 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup 2% milk1 cup fontina cheese, divided1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 package (24 ounces) refrigerated mashed potatoes2 tablespoons olive oil, divided8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms2 garlic cloves, minced5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (about 1/2 cup)6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled or 1/3 cup bacon bits2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed4 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Press mashed potatoes onto bottom and up sides of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 pound sea scallops, halved2 medium plum tomatoes, chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1/8 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice or pasta, optional Preparation In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry onion and garlic in hot oil until tender. Add scallops; stir-fry until scallops turn opaque. Add tomatoes; cook and stir until heated through, 1-2 minutes longer. Stir in lemon juice and pepper. Serve with rice if desired....

Ingredients 3/4 cup water3/4 cup thawed pink lemonade concentrate1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed3/4 cup ice cubes1 cup club soda Preparation In a blender, combine the water, lemonade concentrate, strawberries and ice cubes. Cover and process until blended. Pour into a freezer container. Cover and freeze for at least 12 hours or up to 3 months. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before serving. Stir in club soda....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups shortening1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar4-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 large eggs, room temperature6-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar1-1/2 teaspoons saltFROSTING:2 cans (12 ounces each) whipped vanilla frosting2 tablespoons butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugarBrown and red M&M’s minisRed colored sugarRed jimmies Preparation Cream first four ingredients until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and eggs, one at a time. Whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 tsp. cumin seeds 2 medium cucumbers (1 1/4 pounds) 1 c. roasted cashews 2 scallions 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley Salt and freshly ground pepper 4 skinless Preparation Step 1In a small skillet, cook the cumin seeds over moderate heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a work surface and let cool, then coarsely chop....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil2 medium yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces8 cherry tomatoes1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks8 medium fresh mushrooms, optional1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, parsley and basil. Alternate the vegetables and shrimp on eight metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 3 minutes, turning once....

Ingredients 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 to 6 ounces each) 1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup lime juice2 tablespoons soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon fish sauce or additional soy sauce1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes8 ounces uncooked Asian lo mein noodles2 teaspoons butter2 large eggs, beaten3 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup chopped salted peanuts1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Place chicken in a 1-1/2- or 3-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 recipe Eggless Sugar Cookie Dough 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 6 oz. white chocolate 2 oz. white chocolate Preparation Step 1Allow cookie dough to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Place into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and mix on low speed to break up the dough. Add ground cinnamon and mix on low speed until distributed throughout the dough. Scoop dough by the tablespoon and roll into balls....

Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperCONDIMENTS:Shredded cheddar cheeseFrozen broccoli, carrots and/or cauliflower, thawed and choppedFrozen corn or peas, thawedCubed cooked chicken, ham or sliced smoked sausageCrumbled cooked baconChopped fresh mushroomsMinced fresh parsleyCooked pasta or riceSour cream Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked mostaccioli1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted1 package (9 ounces) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips3/4 cup water1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional Preparation Cook mostaccioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and red pepper in oil until tender....

Ingredients 4 cups torn fresh spinach1 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges2 celery ribs, chopped1 cup canned bean sprouts, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup salted sunflower kernels1/4 teaspoon each salt, pepper and garlic saltDRESSING:1/2 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup honey1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup chopped onion3 tablespoons chili sauce1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, parsley, mushrooms, tomatoes, celery, bean sprouts, cheese, sunflower kernels and seasonings....