Ingredients 6 clove garlic 3 tbsp. medium-dry sherry 3 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. Chinese five-spice powder 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 lb. beef tenderloin 2 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 tbsp. medium-dry sherry 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar 2 tsp. minced fresh ginger 2 tsp. sugar 1 clove garlic 1 stalk lemongrass 6 oz. watercress 1/2 small red onion...
Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated fettuccine1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce1 package (10 ounces) fresh baby spinach, chopped1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound) Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Saute mushrooms and onion in butter in a large skillet until tender. Stir in Alfredo sauce, spinach and shrimp; heat through. Drain fettuccine; add to sauce and toss to coat....
Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, coarsely chopped1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon drained capers, optional Preparation Sprinkle chicken with rosemary, pepper and salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Add olives, wine and, if desired, capers. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 2-3 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°....
Ingredients 6 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 cup canned cherry pie filling2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/8 teaspoon ground maceAdditional cherry pie filling, warmed, optional Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown the pork chops over medium heat on both sides. Season with salt and pepper. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine pie filling, lemon juice, bouillon and mace. Add pork chops....
Ingredients 4 large eggs, lightly beaten6 to 6-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk or butter)1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon lemon extract1 can (8 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, mix first 9 ingredients. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with pineapple and pecans. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer reads 160°, 4-5 hours....
Ingredients 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes2 teaspoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 beef top round steak (1 inch thick and about 1-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon salt, divided1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high 4-5 minutes or until almost tender, turning once. Cool slightly. Meanwhile, mix vinegar and Worcestershire sauce; brush over steak....
Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (12 ounces) frozen vegetarian meat crumbles, thawed1 package (10.8 ounces) frozen southwestern corn, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 cup water1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup uncooked instant rice1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-7 minutes or until rice is tender....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg1/2 cup molasses1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg1/2 cup buttermilkFROSTING:1-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon baking cocoa2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee1 tablespoon butter, softened1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate-covered coffee beans and assorted candies, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk....
Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup mashed cooked butternut squash3/4 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 teaspoons cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, squash, corn syrup, butter, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....
Ingredients 1 to 2 cans vanilla frosting (16 ounces each)Cupcakes and miniature cupcakes of your choiceRed sprinklesIvory paste food coloringCandy-coated sunflower kernelsRed shoestring licoriceStarburst candiesMiniature marshmallowsCorn syrupWhite nonpareils Preparation Frost a cupcake; dip the top in red sprinkles. Tint a small amount of frosting ivory. Using ivory frosting, frost a miniature cupcake for the face. Lay cupcake on its side on top of sprinkled cupcake; secure each with a toothpick. Pipe frosting onto face for hair and beard....
Ingredients 12 ounces bulk pork sausage1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated crusty French loaf2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in sage. On an ungreased baking sheet, unroll dough starting at the seam; pat into a 14x12-in. rectangle. Spoon sausage lengthwise across center of dough....
Ingredients 1 pound uncooked bulk pork sausage2 cups 4% cottage cheese1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine sausage and cottage cheese. Stuff into uncooked manicotti shells. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with marinara sauce. Cover and bake at 350° until a thermometer inserted into the center of a shell reads 160°, 55-60 minutes....
Ingredients 2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon fennel seed1 teaspoon olive oil4 salmon fillets (1 inch thick and 4 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup orange juice Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic and fennel seed in oil for 2 minutes. Sprinkle salmon with salt; add to skillet. Top with orange juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....
Ingredients 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon water1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon sugarOptional: Whipped cream and raspberries Preparation In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips with water; stir until smooth. Stir a small amount of hot chocolate mixture into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla....
Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked linguine1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil3 cups sliced plum tomatoes1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon tomato paste1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the shrimp, onion and garlic in oil for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink....
Ingredients 7 oz. dried udon noodles or fettuccine 12 oz. Shredded Coleslaw Mix 2 scallions 1 c. Cilantro leaves 3/4 lb. cooked medium shrimp 1/4 c. teriyaki sauce 2 tbsp. finely grated fresh ginger 1/2 tsp. Chinese chile-garlic sauce 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil salt Lime wedges Preparation Step 1Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold running water....
Ingredients 2 eggs, separated3/4 cup milk1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 cups cooked rice1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped or 2 cans (4-1/2 ounces each) small shrimp, drained1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauceAdditional oil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks, milk and oil. Combine the flour, baking powder, onion powder, salt and pepper; add to yolk mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 15 pounds ground beef6 medium onions, chopped1 gallon ketchup3/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup prepared yellow mustard1/4 cup white vinegar1 tablespoon chili powder96 hamburger buns, split Preparation In two stockpots over medium heat, cook and stir beef and onions until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, vinegar and chili powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour to allow flavors to blend....
Ingredients 6 bacon strips, diced1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds), cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted1 small onion, halved and sliced1 medium carrot, sliced2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon tomato paste2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup burgundy wine or beef broth5 tablespoons all-purpose flour2/3 cup cold waterOptional: Hot cooked noodles and minced fresh parsley...
Ingredients 1 package (24 ounces) frozen pasta, broccoli and Alfredo sauce2 cups fresh sugar snap peas1/4 cup water2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Prepare pasta and sauce according to package directions. Meanwhile, place peas and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Stir the peas, ham, oregano and pepper into pasta mixture; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until heated through....
