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Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar1-1/2 cups cooked rice1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 large pumpkin (8 to 9 pounds)Canola oil Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the soup, mushrooms, soy sauce and brown sugar....

Ingredients 6 Maine lobsters 36 large shrimp 10 piece black cod 20 medium sea scallops 1/2 c. small diced carrots 1/2 c. small diced celery 1/2 c. small diced leek 1/2 c. small diced Idaho potato 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. ground white pepper or black pepper 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg 1 c. dry vermouth (can be made without) 1 qt. heavy cream 10 pastry rounds Preparation Step 1Bring 1 gallon of water to a boil; poach lobsters, then shrimp, then black cod, and scallops last....

Ingredients 2 medium baking potatoes2 teaspoons butter, melted2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 teaspoon seasoned saltMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Cut each potato lengthwise in half; cut each piece into 4 wedges. In a large shallow dish, combine the butter, oil and seasoned salt. Add potatoes; turn to coat. Place potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° until tender, turning once, 20-25 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with parsley....

Ingredients 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1/2 c. thinly sliced peeled ginger 1/2 small onion 2 clove garlic 1/4 c. rice vinegar 1/4 c. fresh orange juice 2 tbsp. mirin 2 tbsp. dry white wine 1 tbsp. Sriracha chile sauce 1 1/2 c. heavy cream Salt and freshly ground pepper 6 1-inch-thick tuna steaks 1/2 c. sesame seeds Glass Noodle Stir-Fry Preparation Step 1In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil....

Ingredients 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/3 cup cider vinegar1 garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons cornstarch4 teaspoons cold waterHot cooked rice, optional Preparation Place chicken in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger and pepper; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm....

Ingredients 4-1/2 ounces smoked trout or salmon fillets, flaked3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion2 teaspoons minced fresh dill2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1 teaspoon grated lemon zest24 cucumber slices (1/4 inch thick) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the trout, cream cheese, onion, dill, lemon juice, horseradish and lemon peel. Spread over each cucumber slice. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 cans (12 ounces each) apricot nectar2 cups water1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup sugar2 whole cloves2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches) Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or until cider reaches desired temperature. Discard cloves and cinnamon sticks.

Ingredients 1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot3 garlic cloves, minced, divided 1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1 cup light coconut milk2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 large sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced4 cups fresh baby spinach2 green onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro...

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)2 teaspoons paprika1 tablespoon olive oil1 package (10 ounces) julienned carrots1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted3 teaspoons dried tarragon1 tablespoon lemon juice3 small zucchini, thinly sliced Preparation Sprinkle chicken with paprika. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 2 minutes on each side; remove from pan....

Ingredients 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 tablespoon sugar3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar, divided1/4 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided1/8 teaspoon almond extract1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2-1/2 cups angel food cake cubes2 whole fresh strawberries, halved Preparation In a small bowl, combine sliced strawberries and sugar; set aside. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar. Add the sour cream, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla and almond extract....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup uncooked brown rice2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon curry powder1 pound bulk Italian sausage4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped2 shallots, minced1 garlic clove, minced5 tablespoons dried currants1/4 cup chicken broth1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram2 medium pie pumpkins (2-1/2 pounds each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the water, rice, bouillon and curry powder to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup seafood cocktail sauce1/4 cup prepared horseradish1 teaspoon lemon juiceAssorted crackers Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Spread onto a 10-in. serving plate. Combine crab, seafood sauce, horseradish and lemon juice; mix well. Spread over cream cheese. Serve with crackers.

Ingredients 1/2 lb. large shrimp 1 tbsp. sesame oil 1 tsp. garlic 1 tsp. ginger 1 tsp. jalapeño 2 tbsp. red pepper 2 tbsp. green pepper 2 tbsp. onion 1 tbsp. fermented black beans 1 tsp. shaoxing wine (or sherry wine) 1 tbsp. fresh scallion greens 1 tbsp. rice vinegar 2 tsp. oyster sauce 1 tsp. hoisin 1 tsp. dark soy sauce 3/4 tsp. palm sugar salt Pepper 1 1/2 tsp....

Ingredients 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch strips2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 small onion, chopped or 1 tablespoon dried minced onion7 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 cup sour cream2 cups seasoned stuffing cubes Preparation Toss the potatoes and cheese; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine soup, onion, 4 tablespoons butter, salt and pepper; pour over potato mixture....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups chicken broth1 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 cup dried parsley flakes1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper12 cups day-old bread cubes (1/2-inch pieces)2 large eggs1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted5 to 6 cups cubed cooked chicken Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 10 ingredients. Simmer for 10 minutes; remove from the heat....

Ingredients 2 French bread demi baguettes (4 ounces each)1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce2 teaspoons Thai red chili paste1/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham1 cup thinly sliced English cucumber1/2 cup shredded carrots2 cups spring mix salad greens2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves Preparation Preheat broiler. Cut baguettes in half lengthwise; cut crosswise in half. Place bread on a baking sheet, cut side up. Broil 4-6 in....

Ingredients 4 green peppers, tops and seeds removed1 pound lean ground beef1 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup cooked rice1 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper1 jar (8 ounces) picante sauce Preparation Cook peppers in boiling salted water for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Combine ground beef, onion, rice and seasonings; spoon into peppers. Place in a greased baking dish; top with picante sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 package Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet) 1 egg 1 tbsp. water 1/2 c. shredded Muenster cheese or Monterey Jack cheese 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 green onion tsp. garlic powder 1 package frozen chopped spinach Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Beat the egg and water in a small bowl with a fork or whisk.Step 2Stir the Muenster cheese, Parmesan cheese, onion and garlic powder in a medium bowl....

Ingredients 6 large egg whites2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend1 teaspoon ground mustard1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 large egg yolks, beaten Preparation Let egg whites stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat a 2-qt. soufflé dish with cooking spray and lightly sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; set aside....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 stick unsalted butter 2 eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 c. milk 3/4 c. dried strawberries 1/2 dash pecans Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with vegetable oil. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour with the baking powder and salt....