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Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sliced green onions2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup chicken broth1/4 cup sherry or additional chicken broth1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter for 5 minutes. Add onions; saute for 3 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients Ice cubes1 ounce brandy2/3 ounce (4 teaspoons) Triple Sec1-1/2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juiceGARNISH:Lemon twist Preparation Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add the brandy, Triple Sec and lemon juice. Cover and shake for 15-20 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish as desired.

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter1 cup chicken broth1 can (15-3/4 ounces) sweet potatoes, drained3/4 cup frozen cut green beans, thawed Preparation Coat chicken with flour. In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in butter on both sides. Add the broth, sweet potatoes and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 2 cups beef broth1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/3 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil1 garlic cloves, minced1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water4 cups fresh broccoli floretsHot cooked riceOptional: Sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add beef; stir to coat. Cover and cook on low until tender, about 6 hours....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles 1-1/2 cups dry red wine1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons ground mustard1/2 teaspoon pepper1 beef tenderloin (6 pounds)Chopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation Stir together tomatoes, wine, soups, tomato sauce, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and pepper in bottom of 6- or 7-qt....

Ingredients 3/4 c. quick-cooking grits salt Freshly ground pepper 2 oz. sharp white Cheddar cheese 1 1/2 c. baby spinach 1/4 c. snipped chives 1/4 c. canola oil 2 clove garlic 1 lb. medium shrimp 1/2 tsp. hot paprika 1/4 c. dry white wine Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Gradually add the grits and a generous pinch of salt. Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the grits are thick and porridge-like, about 7 minutes....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1 cup whole milk1 package (16 ounces) cooked spaghetti1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained3-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 cup chopped onionGarlic salt to taste2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and milk. Add spaghetti; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/8 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 pound fully cooked ham slice, cut in half1/2 teaspoon cornstarch1 teaspoon water Preparation In a microwave-safe baking dish, combine the orange juice, brown sugar, orange zest and ginger. Add ham slice, turning to coat with sauce. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute on each side. Microwave at 50% power for 2 minutes, spooning sauce over ham once....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tubes (one 6 ounces, one 12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuitsMarinara sauce, warmed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, garlic and pepper until blended. Stir in spinach, cheeses and mayonnaise. Separate biscuit dough....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin1 cup boiling water2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, partially thawed1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 cup mashed firm bananas (about 3 medium)1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped walnuts2 cups sour cream2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Stir in strawberries, pineapple, bananas and nuts. Pour half of the mixture into a 13-in. x 9-in....

Ingredients 1 box strawberry cake mix 1/2 stick butter, melted 1 large egg 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/4 c. sugar 1 pt. heavy cream 1 c. sliced strawberries Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9"-x-9" baking pan.Step 2Make the strawberry cake crust: Beat cake mix, butter and egg using an electric mixer until thoroughly combined. (The dough will be pebble-like—closer to a pie crust than cake batter....

Ingredients 1 pound sage-flavored pork sausage1 cup sliced celery1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 cup converted rice, uncooked2 cups chicken broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground pepper Preparation Brown sausage in a heavy skillet over medium heat; transfer sausage to a 2-1/2-qt. greased casserole dish. In the sausage drippings, saute celery, onion, peppers and mushrooms until lightly browned; transfer to prepared dish....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds carrots, cut into 1-inch julienne strips4 tablespoons olive oil1/3 cup chicken broth1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, saute carrots in oil for 3 minutes. Add the broth and pepper. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Combine the brown sugar, butter, lemon juice and zest; pour over carrots....

Ingredients 1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/2 pounds)1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch chunks1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepperDash crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, brown beef on both sides. Place onion and green pepper in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with beef....

Ingredients 1 white onion, sliced 3 lb. boneless pork shoulder kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp. brown sugar 2 cans ginger ale 1 tbsp. Liquid Smoke 1 bottle hickory or smokey barbecue sauce 1 package brioche rolls or potato rolls, cut in half 3 c. arugula 1 can pineapple rings Preparation Step 1Place the onion slices in the bottom of a large slow cooker.Step 2Stab the pork shoulder with a fork a few times and season with salt, pepper and brown sugar....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper2 medium onions, chopped3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped1 bone-in turkey breast (6 to 7 pounds), skin removed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup water Preparation Mix the first 5 ingredients in a small bowl. Place vegetables in a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker; top with turkey. Rub turkey with seasoning mixture. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in turkey reads at least 170°, 5-6 hours....

Ingredients 1 large egg1/2 cup chunky salsa1/3 cup milk1 drop Liquid Smoke, optional1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Preparation In bowl, beat egg. Add salsa, milk and liquid smoke; mix well. stir in cornbread mix just until moistened. Fold in corn and cheese. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 20-23 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1 12-to-14-lb (4.6 to 6.4 kg) whole turkey, thawed if frozen 1/4 c. (40 g) kosher salt, plus more for seasoning 2 medium oranges 1 1 1/2-oz (40 g) package fresh “poultry herbs” or 2 sprigs sage, 8 sprigs thyme, 2 sprigs rosemary, plus more for decorating 8 tbsp. (1 stick, or 110 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3 garlic cloves, minced Cracked black pepper 3 medium yellow onions, each cut into 8 wedges...

Ingredients 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup grated peeled potato2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons beaten egg1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1/2 pound lean ground beef3/4 cup water2/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup sour cream1/3 cup canned mushroom stems and pieces, drained4-1/2 teaspoons onion soup mixHot cooked egg noodles, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, potato, onion, egg, garlic powder and 1/8 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 2 pkg. (9-3/4 ounces each) corn chips, divided2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided 1 cup sugar1 cup light corn syrup1 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation Spread 1 package corn chips on the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan; sprinkle 1 cup chocolate chips over the top. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in peanut butter....