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Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 1/2 cup diced onion1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper2 cups thinly sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms (about 4 ounces)1 teaspoon prepared horseradish8 large eggs, beaten1 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup shredded Manchego cheese1 teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and red pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Combine flour, cornstarch and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Roll dough into a 15x2x1-in. rectangle; chill. Preheat oven to 325°. Cut into 1/4-in. slices; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Prick with a fork. Bake 10-12 minutes or until set....

Ingredients 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper24 to 30 round wonton (or gyoza) wrappers4 tablespoons canola oilDIPPING SAUCE:3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon barbecue sauce1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil1 scallion, thinly sliced Preparation In a food processor, pulse shrimp until ground. Transfer to a mixing bowl. Add scallions, egg, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 large poblano peppers2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1 small onion, finely chopped2 celery ribs, chopped4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 pound chopped cooked peeled shrimp1-3/4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend1-1/2 cups cooked rice2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powderTOPPING:1 cup panko bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Cut peppers in half lengthwise and discard seeds....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 cups leftover cubed cooked roast beef1 garlic clove, minced1/3 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1 can (10 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup water1 cup sour creamCooked wide egg noodlesChopped fresh parsley Preparation In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Saute beef, garlic and onion. When onion is tender, reduce heat to low; stir in flour, salt and paprika....

Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth1/2 cup sliced celery1/2 cup sliced carrots1 bay leaf1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes, divided2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/4 teaspoon dried thymeDash ground nutmeg2/3 cup milk3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast Preparation In a 5-qt. Dutch oven or kettle, combine the broth, celery, carrots, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon parsley; bring to a boil. For dumplings, in a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, thyme and nutmeg; stir in milk and remaining parsley just until moistened....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta or thin spaghetti4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons olive oil4 thin slices smoked deli ham4 slices smoked mozzarella cheese1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves1/2 cup prepared pestoGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-in....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh sugar snap peas1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce Preparation In a small skillet or wok, stir-fry the peas and mushrooms in oil and teriyaki sauce until crisp-tender.

Ingredients 1 pouch (11 ounces) light tuna in water1 hard-boiled large egg, coarsely chopped2 tablespoons reduced-fat creamy balsamic vinaigrette1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard, optional4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split8 slices tomato8 slices reduced-fat Swiss cheese Preparation In a small bowl, mix tuna, egg, vinaigrette and, if desired, mustard. Place buns on an ungreased baking sheet, cut side up. Broil 4-6 in. from heat 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Spread tuna mixture over buns; top with tomato and cheese....

Ingredients 3 c. water 1 tbsp. soy sauce 3 oz. soba noodles (1bundle that’s about 1 inch in diameter) 1 tbsp. vegetable oil tsp. red pepper flakes 4 oz. firm tofu 2 tbsp. arame seaweed 1 scallion 1/2 peeled carrot 1/4 tsp. powdered ginger 1/2 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. rice vinegar 1/2 tsp. sesame oil Preparation Step 1Bring the water and the soy sauce to a boil in the sauce pot over high heat....

Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds), skin removed4 chicken drumsticks (about 1 pound), skin removed2 medium carrots, sliced4 green onions, thinly sliced1/3 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar1 piece fresh gingerroot (about 2 inches), peeled and thinly sliced5 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold waterHot cooked rice and minced fresh cilantro Preparation Place chicken, carrots and green onions in a 3-qt....

Ingredients 2 pounds carrots, sliced1/4 cup butter1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper1/2 cup golden raisins1/3 cup pistachios Preparation Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. In the same pan, combine the butter, brown sugar, pie spice, salt and pepper; cook and stir until butter is melted....

Ingredients 3 ounces uncooked spaghetti1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 green onions, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup fat-free half-and-half Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with Cajun seasoning. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned and chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 10 slices French bread (1 inch thick) or 6 croissants, split6 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups 2% milk1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a greased 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish, arrange French bread or croissant halves with sides overlapping. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, spinach, salt, nutmeg and pepper; pour over bread....

Ingredients 1 medium red appleLemon juice6 cups torn fresh spinach6 cups torn red leaf lettuce1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1/3 cup sunflower kernels, toasted6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledDRESSING:1/2 cup vegetable oil1/4 to 1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons honey1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon lemon juice...

Ingredients 2/3 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon butter2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed2 cups chicken broth1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon each ground ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the squash, broth, hominy and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh baby carrots2 tablespoons olive oil1 small yellow summer squash, thinly sliced1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1-1/2 cups fresh sugar snap peas2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup water2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), finely chopped1 tablespoon capers, drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute carrots in oil for 1 minute. Add squash; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in the red pepper, peas and garlic; saute 1 minute more....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 cups milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 teaspoon prepared horseradish1/2 teaspoon salt3 to 4 cups chopped cabbage Preparation In a large skillet, saute ham, rice and onion in butter until rice is golden brown and onion is tender. Stir in the milk, soup, horseradish and salt. Add cabbage; cover and cook over low heat for 35-45 minutes or until the cabbage is tender, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, cubed3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce3/4 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon onion powder12 uncooked large shrimp (about 1/2 pound)16 sea scallops (about 2 pounds) Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, pepper sauce, garlic powder and onion powder; set aside 1/2 cup butter mixture for serving and keep warm. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and scallops....

Ingredients 2 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. ground red (cayenne) pepper 1/4 tsp. ground turmeric 5 large fresh tomatoes (3 pounds) 3 tbsp. peeled, chopped fresh ginger 2 tbsp. tomato paste 3 tbsp. lemon juice (about 1 lemon) 4 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. cumin seeds 2 tsp. fenugreek seeds 2 tsp. black mustard seeds 2 large onions 3 large fresh green chilies (such as poblano, Anaheim, or New Mexico)...