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Ingredients 2 medium yellow summer squash, sliced1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces1 medium zucchini, sliced1 small red onion, cut into thin wedges1 cup green pepper strips1/2 cup sweet red pepper stripsMARINADE:1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Place the vegetables in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the marinade ingredients....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix36 slices snack rye bread1 medium cucumber, slicedSnipped fresh dill, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise and salad dressing mix. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Just before serving, spread over each slice of rye bread; top each with a cucumber slice. If desired, sprinkle with dill.

Ingredients 1 c. pearl barley 1 large carrot 1 medium turnip 1/2 bunch fresh dill 1 lb. mussels 2 c. vegetable or chicken broth 1 small red onion 1 medium apple 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar Sea salt Freshly ground pepper smoked paprika Preparation Step 1Adult Fill a saucepan with 2 1/2 cups water and bring to boil. Add barley, reduce heat, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender....

Ingredients 1 boneless skinless chicken breast half, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces2 teaspoons canola oil7 snow peas1 cup fresh broccoli florets1/3 cup julienned sweet red pepper3 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced3/4 cup sliced onion1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon sugar1/2 cup cold water3 to 4 tablespoons soy sauceHot cooked rice1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted Thinly julienned green onions, optional Preparation In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil for 6-8 minutes or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 24 slices white bread, crusts removed1 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons sour cream3 tablespoons prepared horseradish3 cans (6 ounces each) small shrimp, rinsed and drained16 green onions, slicedFresh dill sprigs, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Flatten bread with a rolling pin; cut each slice into four pieces. Place butter in a shallow dish; dip both sides of bread in butter; press into miniature muffin cups....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up and skin removed1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1/2 cup packed brown sugar Preparation In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, place chicken in a single layer. Sprinkle with salad dressing mix and sugar. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Ingredients 3/4 c. low-sodium beef broth 2 tbsp. tomato paste 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1 lb. small potatoes, scrubbed and halved 3 carrots, peeled and cut crosswise into 2" pieces 1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/2" wedges 4 cloves garlic 1 sprig rosemary 1 (3.5 lb.) beef chuck roast Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1 In the bottom of a slow cooker, whisk together broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire, and cornstarch....

Ingredients 2/3 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup canned chopped green chiles3 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup cubed cooked turkey1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Pour half of the turkey mixture into a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar blend3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1 egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups old-fashioned oats1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar and sugar blend until well blended. Beat in the applesauce, egg and vanilla (mixture will appear curdled)....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds)2 cups orange juice, divided1 tablespoon dried minced onion1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepperDash ground cinnamonDash ground nutmeg2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup water6 cups hot cooked rice Preparation Place chicken in a large nonstick skillet; add 1 cup of orange juice. Sprinkle with the seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes or until the chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar4 large eggs2 cups self-rising flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves5 jars (2-1/2 ounces each) peach baby food1 cup chopped walnutsGLAZE:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves; add to creamed mixture alternately with baby food....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 c. fresh lemon juice 1/4 c. rosemary leaves 2 tbsp. crushed red pepper 6 clove garlic 4 pork tenderloins salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a large, resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, lemon juice, rosemary, red pepper, garlic, and pork. Press out any air in the bag, seal, and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.Step 2Let the pork stand at room temperature for 1 hour....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips, diced1 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons seafood seasoning2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon pepper1/2 to 1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 pounds uncooked shell-on medium shrimp Preparation In a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp; drain. Stir in the butter, seafood seasoning, mustard, chili powder, pepper, hot sauce, basil, oregano and thyme....

Ingredients 9 large basil leaves, divided 4 oz. vodka 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 c. lemonade Ice Seltzer Lemon slices, for garnish Preparation Step 1Infuse vodka: Tear 5 basil leaves into small pieces and place into a small glass jar with vodka. Seal tightly and shake, refrigerate, then infuse for at least 6 hours, up to 12 hours, shaking the jar occasionally.Step 2Make basil sugar: In a (preferably small) food processor, combine sugar and remaining basil....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground chicken1 large onion, chopped1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry4 large eggs, lightly beaten3 cups crumbled feta cheese20 sheets phyllo dough (14x9-inch size)Cooking spray Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook chicken and onion over medium-high heat 7-9 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, breaking up meat into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1 pound bulk pork sausage1 cup frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3 large eggs1/4 cup whole milk1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Unroll crescent dough and place on a greased 12-in. pizza pan; press seams together and press up sides of pan to form a crust. In a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat; drain and cool slightly....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 packages (8 ounces each) frozen breaded fish sticks Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; mix well. Transfer half of the seasoning mix to a large resealable plastic bag; set aside. Place 1 tablespoon oil in a large resealable plastic bag; add half of fish sticks and shake to coat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup salt2 teaspoons onion powder2 teaspoons curry powder2 teaspoons ground mustard2 teaspoons ground turmeric2 teaspoons paprika1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons olive oil, divided2 medium onions, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth1/3 cup dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme3 cups hot cooked brown rice Preparation Sprinkle beef strips with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, brown beef in 1 teaspoon oil....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil2 cups sliced fresh plums1/2 cup diced red onion1/3 cup apple jelly1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons white wine1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted Preparation Combine garlic salt and lemon pepper; sprinkle mixture over chicken. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken....