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Ingredients 3 medium yellow summer squash, sliced 1/4 inch thick1 each medium green, sweet red, yellow and orange peppers, sliced or chopped1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings1 can (15 ounces) whole baby corn, drained1 medium carrot, thinly sliced1/4 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the squash, peppers, onion, corn and carrot. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well....

Ingredients 1/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt2 tablespoons reduced-fat ranch salad dressing1 to 2 teaspoons cold waterSALAD:3 cups coleslaw mix3 cups chopped lettuce1 large apple, chopped1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta or blue cheese1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast2 green onions, chopped4 turkey bacon strips, chopped and cooked1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 small ripe avocado, peeled and cubed Preparation Mix yogurt and dressing; thin with water as desired....

Ingredients 2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes, drained and chopped1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons ground mustard1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt...

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt8 to 10 tablespoons water2 tablespoons olive oil2/3 cup crushed tomatoes in puree2 tablespoons tomato paste1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano12 ounces Provel cheese, shredded or 1-1/2 cups shredded white cheddar plus 1 cup shredded provolone plus 1 cup shredded Swiss 1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni 1 small green pepper, thinly sliced1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced...

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 package (12 ounces) spiral pasta Preparation In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the tomatoes, broth, oil and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil. Add pasta. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 16-18 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 1/4 lb. mild Italian sausages 1 onion 3 cloves garlic 1 lb. mushrooms 7 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1/4 tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 4 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 lb. angel hair tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/4 cups milk1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup soft bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a skillet, cook sausage, celery, onion and green pepper until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain....

Ingredients 4 cups cranberry-apple juice, chilled1 cup orange juice, chilled1/4 cup lemon juice, chilled1 liter ginger ale, chilledOptional: Fresh cranberries and orange and lemon wedges Preparation In a pitcher, combine juices; stir in ginger ale. Serve over ice. If desired, garnish with cranberries and orange and lemon wedges.

Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 12 oz. smoked sausage, such as andouille or kielbasa, cut into 1” slices 1 white onion, quartered 8 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled 3 qt. water 1 (16-oz.) can lager, such as Narragansett 1 c. white wine vinegar 1/2 c. Old Bay, plus more for serving 4 dried bay leaves 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. freshly ground black or white pepper...

Ingredients 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves1 cup loosely packed fresh oregano leaves2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley4 to 6 garlic cloves, divided12 ounces uncooked linguine2 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon butter1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 pound fresh sea scallops1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation For pesto, place 1/4 cup oil, basil, oregano, parsley and one garlic clove in a blender or food processor....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh broccoli florets1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Place the broccoli and 1 in. of water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, salt and thyme. Drain broccoli; toss with oil mixture.

Ingredients 12 ounces cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 cups cooked rice1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided2 tablespoons chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, rice, soup, mushrooms, cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, green pepper, onion, lemon juice, pepper, mustard and Worcestershire sauce....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up2 tablespoons canola oil1-3/4 cups water, divided1/2 cup soy sauce1/2 teaspoon dried oregano3 medium red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces3 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder and pepper. Pour half the flour mixture into a large resealable plastic bag....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen Italian vegetables, thawed3 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed1 package (8 ounces) cubed Velveeta1-1/2 cups frozen cut kale, thawed and squeezed dry1/3 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon butter1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place all ingredients in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until cheese is melted. Stir before serving.

Ingredients 1/2 cup honey1/2 cup hoisin sauce1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup ketchup4 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds) 1/2 cup chicken brothFresh cilantro leaves Preparation Combine first 7 ingredients; pour into a large shallow dish. Add pork; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Transfer pork and marinade to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, 5-6 hours on low or until tender....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/4 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup canola oil1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt3 large eggs6 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar or additional sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add warm milk and oil. Add sugar, salt and eggs. Stir in flour (dough will be very sticky). Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds)6 slices Swiss cheese3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place a cheese slice on each; roll up jelly-roll style. In a shallow bowl, combine flour and pepper; add chicken and roll to coat. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in butter until browned, about 10 minutes, turning frequently....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 teaspoon canola oil2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken or vegetable broth1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn4 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce...

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles1-1/2 cups beef broth1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, onion, green pepper and jalapeno over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups dry red wine1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)1 lemon zest strip2 whole clovesDash salt10 ounces dried figs, halvedReduced-fat vanilla ice cream or plain Greek yogurt, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Stir in figs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-45 minutes or until the figs are tender. Remove figs and set aside....