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Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 bottle (16 ounces) taco sauce1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 large tomato, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped red onion1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use southwestern chicken strips, chopped1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation Press pizza dough into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, building up edges slightly. Prick dough thoroughly with a fork....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1/4 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped green or sweet red pepper1-1/4 cups herb-seasoned crumb stuffing mix, divided1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted Preparation In a skillet, cook sausage, onion and green pepper until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Add 1 cup stuffing mix, corn and parsley. Spoon into a greased 1-qt....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1 cup coarsely chopped onion4 cups cubed peeled potatoes (1/2-inch cubes)2 cups water1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the potatoes, water, salt, marjoram and pepper....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds uncooked fettuccine2 pounds bulk Italian sausage2 large onions, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 jars (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained4 teaspoons Italian seasoning4 cups (1 pound) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup beef broth1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the sausage, onions and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup dry red wine or chicken broth3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided3 tablespoons chopped ripe olives2 teaspoons dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, eggplant and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 large grapefruit 3 oz. slab bacon 1 1/4 lb. sea scallops salt Freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. onion 1/2 c. sauvignon blanc 2 tbsp. capers 2 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1Using a sharp knife, peel the grapefruit, removing all of the bitter white pith. Working over a bowl, cut in between the membranes to release the sections. Squeeze the juice from the membrane into another bowl; you should have about 3 tablespoons of juice....

Ingredients 6 medium carrots1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted1/2 cup sunflower kernels, toasted1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted1/2 cup golden raisinsDRESSING:1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons honey mustard1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Shred carrots with a hand grater or in a food processor fitted with grating attachment. Place carrots in a large bowl with next 4 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour dressing over the carrot mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 garlic clove, halved3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons tahini1/2 teaspoon salt2 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells30 pitted ripe olives Preparation Cut one roasted pepper into 30 strips; place remaining peppers in a food processor. Add beans and garlic; pulse until chopped. Add lemon juice, oil, tahini and salt; process until blended....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon saltFILLING:4 egg yolks2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream1-1/2 cups raisins1 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture (mixture will be crumbly)....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. butter 3 large leeks 1 tsp. salt 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 c. heavy cream 1/2 lb. smoked turkey 2 tbsp. chopped parsley 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3/4 lb. spaghetti Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, melt the butter over moderate heat. Add the leeks and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are tender, about 10 minutes.Step 2Add the broth, increase the heat to moderately high, and simmer until the liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)2 teaspoons olive oil1/3 cup packed brown sugar6 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauceSALAD:4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons orange juice1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach Preparation Combine the salt, cumin, cinnamon, chili powder and pepper; rub over pork....

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped celery1/3 cup chopped green pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon chili powderDash hot pepper sauce1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveinedHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute the onion, celery and green pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1/2 baguette, cut into ½" cubes 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1 c.) 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp. tomato paste 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 (28-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes 2 c. low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/4 tsp. granulated sugar Kosher salt 1 (8-oz.) bag Tillamook Farmstyle Thick Cut Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese...

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach2 large tart apples, thinly sliced10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup dried cranberries3/4 cup slivered almonds, toastedVINAIGRETTE:1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons finely chopped onion1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup olive oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a blender, combine the sugar, vinegar, onion and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream....

Ingredients 1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and cut into 3/4-inch slices1 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch slices6 large fresh mushrooms, quartered2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium green pepper, julienned1/2 cup fresh baby carrots, quartered lengthwise1/4 cup prepared ranch salad dressing1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing Preparation Divide vegetables between two pieces of double thickness heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Fold foil around vegetables and seal tightly....

Ingredients 1 cup whole milk1/2 cup 4% cottage cheese1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided8 ounces uncooked fettuccine1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham (4 ounces)1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed Preparation In a blender, combine the milk, cottage cheese and cornstarch; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small saucepan; add the salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons olive oil1 large onion, chopped1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup water1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon paprika Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown beef in oil on all sides; drain. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with onion....

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/3 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add 1 teaspoon oil. Brown chops on both sides, 2-3 minutes; remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 3 cans (7 ounces each) white or shoepeg corn, drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped green pepper3/4 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 18 crackers)2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with the cracker crumbs; drizzle with butter....

Ingredients 1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons lemon juice4 cups cubed peeled potatoes, cooked and cooled1/4 cup sliced green onions1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon celery seed1 garlic clove, minced, optional Preparation In a large bowl, toss shrimp with lemon juice; refrigerate. Add potatoes, onions and parsley. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, salt, pepper, tarragon, mustard, celery seed and garlic if desired; pour over potato mixture and toss....