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Ingredients 4 large egg whites3 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 teaspoon plus 1 cup sugar, divided1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine strawberries and 1 teaspoon sugar. In another bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons diced pimientos1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound fresh or frozen cut green beans, cooked1/2 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup Velveeta Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add the green beans; toss to coat. Transfer to an ungreased 1-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup butter, melted3 cups hot mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)8 slices bread, toasted and cubed1/2 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained2 eggs, lightly beaten or 1/2 cup egg substitute1 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat. Add the remaining ingredients; mix well. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish....

Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes (about 12 ounces each)3 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon paprikaOptional: Sour cream and chives Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a greased baking sheet; bake until tender, 1-1-1/4 hours. Cool slightly. Cut each potato lengthwise in half. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in.-thick shells (save pulp for another use). Cut each half shell lengthwise into quarters; return to baking sheet....

Ingredients 5 teaspoons onion powder2-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder2-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard2-1/2 teaspoons paprika3/4 teaspoon thyme leaves, crushed1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon celery seed Preparation In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Ingredients 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into wedges3 large fresh Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced3 large radishes, thinly sliced1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 small carrot, thinly sliced2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each) 2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon butter, softenedOptional: Lemon wedges and tartar sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Line a 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup warm water5 tablespoons meringue powder1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar5 to 6 cups confectioners’ sugarAssorted gel food coloringOptional: Sanding sugar, sugar pearls and sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually beat in flour. Transfer dough to a clean work surface; knead gently to form a smooth dough, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 8 c. low-sodium chicken broth 16 dried shiitake mushrooms 30 g kombu (kelp), about a 10" square piece 20 g dried bonito flakes (about 2 c. loosely packed) 1 1/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce 1 1/4 c. mirin 1/2 c. sake 1 1/2 c. water 1/4 c. granulated sugar 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar 1 2" piece fresh ginger, sliced 3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 3 green onions, halved...

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) jambalaya mix1 package (14 ounces) smoked beef sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 large onion, chopped1/3 cup each chopped green, sweet red and yellow pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained Preparation Microwave jambalaya mix according to package directions. Meanwhile, saute sausage in a large nonstick skillet. Add onion and peppers; saute 4-5 minutes longer or until tender. Add tomatoes and heat through. Stir into jambalaya mixture....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 large egg1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce3 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberriesTOPPING:1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. In another bowl, combine the egg, sour cream, applesauce, oil and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed1/2 cup chopped sweet orange pepper1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 tablespoons butter1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric1 cup uncooked instant rice Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 10 ingredients; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork....

Ingredients 10 bacon strips2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder3/4 cup whole milk1 large egg1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup canned chopped green chiles Preparation In a skillet, cook the bacon until crisp; reserve 1/3 cup drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and baking powder. In another bowl, beat milk, egg and drippings; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the cheese, chiles and bacon....

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons canola oil2 cups water1-1/2 cups chopped onion1 cup salsa2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans1-1/2 cups frozen corn1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiliesHot pepper sauce, optionalHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a 4-qt....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) spaghetti1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1 cup reduced-fat sour cream3 green onions, chopped1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups 4% cottage cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry8 ounces crumbled feta cheese6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt4 large eggs, lightly beaten Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, spinach and feta cheese. Stir in the flour, pepper and salt. Add eggs and mix well. Spoon into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, about 1 hour....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided3 tablespoons canola oil2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided1/4 teaspoon ground allspice3 medium tart apples, peeled and finely chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, 1/2 cup sugar and oil until well blended. Combine flour, baking powder, salt, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and allspice; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended....

Ingredients 12 uncooked lasagna noodles2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cartons (15 ounces each) fat-free ricotta cheese1 large egg1 large egg white1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Rinse in cold water; drain well. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, ricotta cheese, egg, egg white, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic, basil, pepper and nutmeg....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed peeled potatoes2 tablespoons butter6 cups chicken broth2 cups fresh or frozen peas, thawed2 tablespoons minced chives Microgreens, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, saute potatoes in butter until lightly browned. Stir in broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes. Add peas; cook until peas are tender, 5-8 minutes. Cool slightly. In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth....

Ingredients 4 boneless beef top loin steaks (8 ounces each)1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons canola oil1 pound sliced mushrooms2 medium onions, sliced1 teaspoon minced garlic1/3 cup white wine1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef brothSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Sprinkle both sides of steaks with flour. In a large skillet, cook steaks in oil to desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh strawberries3 medium kiwifruit, peeled and finely chopped1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin5 cups sugar Preparation Rinse six 1-cup plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. In a large bowl, mash berries; transfer to a Dutch oven. Add kiwi, lemon juice and ginger. Stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly....