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Ingredients 5 medium tomatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), chopped4 green onions, chopped1/4 cup snipped fresh basil2 garlic cloves, minced4 tablespoons olive oil, dividedSalt and pepper to taste1 package (16 ounces) fettuccine1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveinedGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, green onions, basil, garlic and 1 tablespoon oil; toss lightly. Add salt and pepper to taste. Let stand for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 18 medium jalapeno peppers2 cartons (8 ounces each) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup sliced green onions1/2 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation Cut jalapenos in half and remove seeds. Place in two ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and onions; spoon into jalapeno halves. Top with shrimp. Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until jalapenos are tender....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk1 small onion, chopped1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation For white sauce, in a small nonstick saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, mustard, cayenne and salt until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. medium shrimp 4 c. ice water 3/4 tsp. Sea salt 3 tbsp. capers 5 tbsp. olive oil 1 c. fresh sage leaves 3 clove garlic 2 shallots 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes 1/4 c. dry white wine 1/4 c. fresh Meyer lemon juice 1 tsp. chopped Meyer lemon zest tsp. Freshly ground pepper 3 c. cooked rice Preparation Step 1Soak shrimp in ice water with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt for 30 minutes (this makes them firm)....

Ingredients 4 cups reduced-sodium V8 juice3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups frozen cut green beans2 cups fresh baby carrots, halved lengthwise2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 small onion, chopped1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubesHot cooked noodles Preparation In a large bowl, combine the V8, tapioca, sugar and pepper; let stand for 15 minutes. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the beans, carrots, celery and onion. Top with beef....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked stone-ground yellow grits1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained3 green onions, diced1 teaspoon sugarDash cayenne pepper1/4 cup butter, softenedSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Prepare grits according to package directions. Keep warm. Meanwhile, using a mixer, beat cream cheese. Add mayonnaise; continue beating until creamy. Add next 5 ingredients, mixing until well blended....

Ingredients 2 cups cavatappi or spiral pasta3 tablespoons butter, divided1/3 cup panko bread crumbs2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups 2% milk3/4 pound Velveeta, cubed1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until golden brown. Remove to a small bowl and set aside. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate3 tablespoons ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegar2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation Place chicken in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the lemonade concentrate, ketchup, brown sugar and vinegar; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 2-1/2 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken and keep warm. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into cooking juices....

Ingredients 1 pound sage pork sausage1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, finely chopped6 celery ribs, finely chopped2 small onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 loaf (13 ounces) French bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 17 cups)4 cups cubed multigrain bread (1/2 inch)1 tablespoon rubbed sage1 cup chicken stock1/2 cup white wine or chicken stock1 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup sunflower kernels, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 4 pounds potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup butter, divided2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided Preparation In a large bowl, combine potatoes and soup. Layer half of the mixture in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Dot with half of the butter and sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until the potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked fettuccine1/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 pound sea scallops, halved2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 small shallot, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup chicken broth1/4 cup white wine or additional chicken broth1 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 Roma tomato, diced2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook the fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp and scallops in 1 tablespoon oil for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are opaque....

Ingredients 6 salmon steaks (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1/2 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons seasoned salt2 teaspoons Italian seasoning2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zestDash cayenne pepper Preparation Place salmon on a greased broiler rack. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients. Brush some over some over salmon. Turn and broil 10 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked large shrimp2 celery ribs, finely chopped3 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 3 teaspoons dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded romaine2 cups seedless red and/or green grapes, halved6 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped1/2 cup chopped peeled mango or papayaMinced chives or parsley Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce....

Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) fresh or frozen pizza dough, thawed3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, drained and crushed1 medium onion, finely chopped1 can (2 ounces) anchovy fillets, drained and broken into 1/4-inch pieces1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup soft bread crumbsFresh torn basil leaves Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Grease a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Press dough to fit bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of pan....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup soy sauce1 teaspoon each garlic powder, ground mustard and ground ginger1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium red onion, cut into eight wedges, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, mustard and ginger....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 jar (24 ounces) herb and garlic pasta sauce4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 no-cook lasagna noodles2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in pasta sauce; heat through....

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 to 2-1/2 pounds beef top round steak1 to 2 tablespoons butter1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups water1 cup sliced celery, optional1/2 cup chopped onion1 to 3 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon minced garlic Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, pepper and salt. Cut steak into six serving-size pieces; dredge in flour mixture. In a large skillet, brown steak in butter....

Ingredients 1 meaty ham bone or 2 pounds smoked ham hocks1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas1 pound potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups)1 large onion, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped1 tablespoon dried celery flakes1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram1 bay leaf6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 7-9 hours or until peas are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 cup water2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 5 pounds) 3 tablespoons smoked paprika2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon celery salt3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Combine vinegar and water; brush over ribs. Pour remaining vinegar mixture into a 6-qt. slow cooker. Mix together remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce2 tablespoons tomato paste3 cups spiral pasta, cooked and drained2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) sliced pepperoni2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, pizza sauce and tomato paste....