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Ingredients 3 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 medium yellow summer squash1 small zucchini1 medium sweet red pepper1 medium green pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 small red onion, halved and sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 jar (24 ounces) spicy marinara sauce8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese pearls Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and julienned fresh basil Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1/4 cup butter, melted6 bacon strips, diced1 small onion, chopped3 large eggs1 cup half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups chopped fresh spinach2/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Press hash browns between paper towels to remove excess moisture; toss with butter. Press onto the bottom and up sides of a 9-in. pie plate. Bake 20-25 minutes or until edges are browned....

Ingredients 1 c. ramp leaves or scallions 2 c. spinach or Swiss chard leaves 1/2 c. Extra virgin olive oil tsp. salt 3 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 1/2 c. scallions (approximately 6 scallions) 1 tbsp. shallots 2 1/2 c. Arborio or Carnaroli rice 1/2 c. dry white wine 6 1/2 c. hot vegetable stock 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. fresh peas 1/2 c. asparagus 1 c. fava beans 2 tbsp....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage4 medium onions, finely chopped8 garlic cloves, minced4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained4 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste1/2 cup water1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano4 bay leaves1 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon pepperHot cooked spaghetti...

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil2 medium carrots, julienned1 medium zucchini, julienned1/2 cup sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 cup bean sprouts1 cup fresh baby spinach1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce4 large eggs3 cups hot cooked brown rice1 teaspoon sesame oil Preparation In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots, zucchini and mushrooms; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Add bean sprouts, spinach, water, soy sauce and chili sauce; cook and stir just until spinach is wilted....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 cup honey1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons ketchup1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix the remaining ingredients; pour over chicken. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, basting occasionally. Remove chicken from dish and keep warm....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small onion, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup water1-1/2 cups torn fresh spinach3/4 cup refrigerated cheese tortellini2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheeseCrushed red pepper flakes, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup shredded carrot6 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 boneless whole pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the bread crumbs, ricotta cheese, carrot, garlic and parsley; set aside....

Ingredients 3/4 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 small), cut into 1-inch pieces3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary3/4 teaspoon paprika, divided12 uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juiceHot cooked couscous Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place sweet potatoes in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix 1 tablespoons oil, rosemary and 1/2 teaspoon paprika; drizzle over potatoes. Toss to coat. Roast 25-35 minutes or just until just tender, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup panko bread crumbs1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined, tails removed2/3 cup spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese, divided1/2 cup sherry or chicken broth1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg, room temperature, beaten Lemon wedges, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 tablespoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 cup sour cream1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained1 jar (16 ounces) thick and chunky salsa, drained2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, mash the avocados with lemon juice, garlic salt and hot pepper sauce. Spoon into a deep-dish 10-in. pie plate or serving bowl....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium sweet onion, cut into 1-inch pieces1 small sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces2/3 cup honey barbecue sauce Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed2 jars (24 ounces each) marinara sauce8 hoagie buns, split8 slices provolone cheeseSliced pepperoncini, optional Preparation Place meatballs and sauce in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until meatballs are heated through. On each bun bottom, layer cheese, meatballs and, if desired, pepperoncini; replace tops.

Ingredients 1 bottle (64 ounces) white grape juice, chilled1-1/2 cups white cranberry juice, chilled2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilledSeedless red or green grapes, optional Preparation Just before serving, combine juices in a 5-qt. punch bowl. Stir in soda. Add grapes if desired.

Ingredients 5 large egg whites1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar1 teaspoon lemon extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups buttermilkFROSTING:3/4 cup shortening1/3 cup butter, softened4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons lemon extract5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk1 jar (10 ounces) seedless raspberry preservesFresh raspberries Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of two greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce1 tablespoon honey1 garlic clove, minced4 cups cubed seedless watermelon (1 inch), divided1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation For glaze, place soy sauce, chili sauce, honey, garlic and 2 cups watermelon in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Transfer to a small saucepan; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1 cup dried brown lentils, rinsed1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained6 cups fresh spinach (about 4 ounces)Crumbled goat cheese, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain. Stir in lentils, beans, broth and water; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup butter1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 large tomato, diced1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed3/4 cup milk3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Add the spinach and tomato; cook and stir for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups whole milk6 tablespoons butter1 cup cornmeal1 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, room temperature, separated Preparation Scald milk (do not boil); stir in the butter, cornmeal and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until cornmeal comes away from sides of pan and thickens. Set aside to cool until lukewarm. Add beaten egg yolks; mix thoroughly. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites; mix gently but thoroughly. Pour into greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake at 375° for 1 hour or until top is golden brown....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour4 large eggsCREAM FILLING:2 pints fresh strawberries, sliced1/2 cup sugar, divided2 cups heavy whipping creamConfectioners’ sugarAdditional sliced strawberriesMint leaves Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat and beat in eggs, one at a time. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny....