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Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds uncooked spaghetti3 pounds ground beef1 cup chopped onion2/3 cup chopped green pepper1 teaspoon minced garlic2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups water1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in two large skillets, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 3 large pears 1 lemon 1 c. dried apricots c. crystallized ginger 2 tbsp. sugar 1 bag frozen blackberries 1/2 c. dry sparkling wine 2 c. plain granola 1/2 c. cashews 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp. ground ginger 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 large egg Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, stir together pears, lemon zest and juice, apricots, crystallized ginger, and sugar....

Ingredients 9 cups torn fresh spinach1 pint fresh strawberries, halved1/2 cup slivered almonds, toastedDRESSING:1/4 cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon chopped onion1 teaspoon poppy seeds1 teaspoon sesame seeds1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and almonds. Place dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until combined. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1 teaspoon canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup milk2 to 3 cups julienned cooked roast beef1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained2 tablespoons ketchup1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked noodles Preparation In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour4 large eggs, room temperature2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen peaches, thawedAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, nutmeg and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (6-1/2 ounces) pizza crust mix1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce1-1/4 cups shredded pizza cheese blend1 medium onion, sliced1 medium green pepper, sliced2 fully cooked Italian chicken sausage links, slicedGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Prepare pizza dough according to package directions. Press dough onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread with pizza sauce. Top with 1 cup cheese blend, onion, pepper and sausage; sprinkle with remaining cheese blend....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1/4 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons dried oregano5 cups shredded rotisserie chicken1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened20 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 large onion, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms3 garlic cloves, minced1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce2 teaspoons Italian seasoning6 lasagna noodles, broken into 1-inch pieces2 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach1 cup cubed or shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseOptional: Shredded Parmesan cheese and minced fresh basil...

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/3 cup shortening3/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup milk1/4 cup minced chives Preparation In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. With a fork, stir in sour cream, milk and chives until the mixture forms a ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead five to six times. Roll to 3/4-in. thickness; cut with a 2-in....

Ingredients 2 skin-on boneless turkey breast halves (about 2 pounds each)1 cup pitted dates, quartered1/2 cup pitted green olives, halved1/2 cup red wine vinegar1/2 cup olive oil1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) capers, drained1 whole garlic bulb, cloves separated, peeled and minced (about 1/4 cup)1/4 cup dried oregano6 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup Marsala wine Preparation Cut each turkey breast half crosswise in half; place in a bowl or shallow dish....

Ingredients 2 medium summer squash, halved and sliced2 medium zucchini, halved and sliced1/3 cup chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 large plum tomato, diced1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the squash, zucchini and onion in oil for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the tomato, butter, lemon-pepper, garlic powder and salt. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 3 cups mashed potato flakes1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 envelope taco seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Prepare mashed potatoes according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/8 teaspoon garlic powder2 eggs1/2 cup blue cheese salad dressing1/4 cup butter, melted1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup finely chopped onion Preparation In a large bowl, combine the muffin mix, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, salad dressing and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1 small onion, grated1 to 2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained, divided3 cups finely shredded sharp cheddar cheeseMinced fresh parsley2 tablespoons finely chopped pecansAssorted crackers Preparation Mix the first 7 ingredients and 1/3 cup pimientos. Stir in cheese. Transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with parsley, pecans and remaining pimientos. Serve with crackers....

Ingredients 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt1-1/2 teaspoons honey1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1 snack-size carton (4 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1/2 small apple, chopped4 small strawberries, sliced1 small star fruit, sliced1 small plum, sliced2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, honey and lemon juice. Add fruit; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with pecans if desired.

Ingredients 1 large bunch broccoli, cut into spears1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1 cup thinly sliced celery3 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni2 cups water1 cup chili sauce1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and peppers over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add macaroni and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-8 minutes or until macaroni is tender....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (4 pounds)2 cups water1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted1/4 cup molasses1/4 cup cider or white wine vinegar4 green onions, sliced2 teaspoons garlic powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Cut roast in half and place in a bowl. In a separate bowl or shallow dish, combine the water, soy sauce, sesame seeds, molasses, vinegar, onions, garlic powder and cayenne....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 small yellow summer squash, sliced1 small onion, chopped1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed1 cup chopped tomatoes4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional 1/4 cup chopped fresh basilHot cooked brown rice, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add squash and onion; stir-fry until squash is crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 3 quarts water1 small onion, sliced1/2 medium lemon, sliced2 sprigs fresh parsley1 tablespoon salt5 whole peppercorns1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon dried thyme3 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined (tails on)SAUCE:1 cup chili sauce2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons prepared horseradish4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon saltDash cayenne pepper Lemon wedges, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 8 ingredients; bring to a boil. Add shrimp. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes....