Ingredients 1-3/4 cups sliced fresh carrots2 tablespoons butter2-3/4 cups fresh snow peas1 shallot, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon sherry or chicken broth Preparation In a large cast-iron skillet or wok, stir-fry carrots in butter for 3 minutes Add the snow peas, shallot and salt; stir-fry 2 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in sherry; heat through.

Ingredients 1/4 cup baking cocoa2/3 cup water, divided1 egg1/3 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:3 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons milk1 cup raspberries, optionalAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Line the bottom of a greased 8-in. round microwave-safe dish with waxed paper. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cocoa and 1/3 cup water....

Ingredients CAJUN COLESLAW:3-3/4 cups coleslaw mix1/2 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons seafood cocktail sauce1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoningSANDWICHES:1/2 cup cornmeal1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning2/3 cup buttermilk4 catfish fillets (6 ounces each)Oil for deep-fat frying4 hoagie buns, split Preparation In a large bowl, toss the coleslaw ingredients; set aside. In a shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, salt, Cajun seasoning and seafood seasoning. Place buttermilk in another shallow bowl....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, cubed4 ounces cooked ham, chopped1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1 head cauliflower, broken into florets1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese2 to 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat broiler. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add ham and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. Add cauliflower, and cook just until crisp-tender. Combine cream and flour; stir into skillet, and blend well....

Ingredients ICE RING:1-3/4 cups orange juice1-1/2 cups water1 cup halved fresh strawberriesFresh mint sprigsPUNCH:2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed4 cans (5-1/2 ounces each) apricot nectar3/4 cup orange juice concentrate3 cups cold water1 cup lemon juice3/4 cup sugar1 liter ginger ale, chilled Preparation For ice ring, in a bowl, combine orange juice and water. Pour 2 cups into a 4-1/2-cup ring mold. Freeze until solid. Top with fresh strawberries and mint....

Ingredients 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 small carrot, grated1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper3 cups water2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter5 cups 2% milk, divided6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 package (16 ounces) Velveeta, cubedCrumbled cooked bacon Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring the first 9 ingredients to a boil....

Ingredients 6 cups water1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup milk Preparation In a large kettle, bring water to a boil. Add hash browns, vegetables and bouillon. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the cheese, soup and milk; cook and stir until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 2 lb. baby creamer potatoes, halved or quartered if large 1 small yellow onion, chopped 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp. garlic powder Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. Wellsley Farms Sauvignon Blanc (optional), plus more for serving 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 4 slices Wellsley Farms thick-cut bacon 2 1/2 c. shredded cheddar 3 c. frozen broccoli, thawed 2 green onions, thinly sliced Ranch dressing, for serving...

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided 2 large eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided 4 beef cubed steaks (6 ounces each) 1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided 1 teaspoon pepper, divided Oil for frying1 cup water Preparation Place 1 cup flour in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs and 1/2 cup milk until blended. Sprinkle steaks with 3/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Dip in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta (about 8 ounces)6 cups torn romaine3 cups coarsely shredded rotisserie chicken2 medium tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/2 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again. Toss with remaining ingredients; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup lime juice1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce1/2 teaspoon saltSAUCE:1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted1/2 cup fat-free sour cream2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 teaspoons lime juice1 teaspoon grated lime zest1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; cut lengthwise into sixteen 1-in.-wide strips. In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, vinegar, chipotle pepper and salt; add the chicken and turn to coat....

Ingredients 2 c. plain yogurt 1 cucumber 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1 clove garlic fresh-ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. dried dill 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. dried oregano 1 lb. boneless 4 pocketless pitas 6 tbsp. butter 1 small onion 2 tomatoes c. black olives Preparation Step 1Put the yogurt in a strainer lined with cheesecloth, a coffee filter, or a paper towel and set it over a bowl....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed (about 3 cups)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium onion, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the squash, broth, carrots, onion and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are very tender. Remove from the heat; cool....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water1 egg white3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons corn syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve coffee granules in hot water. In a large bowl, combine the egg white, 3/4 cup sugar, oil, corn syrup, vanilla and coffee; beat until well blended. Combine the flour, cocoa and salt; gradually add to coffee mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup sugar1 cup semisweet chocolate chipsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:2 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Whisk flour, baking soda and salt. In a 1-qt. glass jar, layer flour mixture, brown sugar, granulated sugar and chocolate chips in order listed. Cover and store in a cool, dry place up to 3 months. To prepare blondies: Preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberries4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flourTOPPING:1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup cold butterWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine blueberries, rhubarb, sugar and flour. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. For topping, in a large bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, flour, nutmeg and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup toasted wheat germ1 cup shredded cheddar cheese6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in oats and wheat germ....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 3 cloves garlic 6 fresh or canned plum tomatoes 1/2 small head Savoy cabbage (about 3/4 pound) 1 qt. water 2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 tsp. dried rosemary 1 1/4 tsp. salt 2 c. drained and rinsed canned white beans 1/4 lb. sliced prosciutto Preparation Step 1In a large pot, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the garlic and tomatoes and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 8 ice cream sugar cones1/2 cup milk chocolate M&M’s1/2 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup salted peanuts1/2 cup white baking chips Preparation Prepare campfire or grill for medium heat. Fill cones with M&M’s, marshmallows, peanuts and white chips. Fully wrap each cone with foil, sealing tightly. Place packets over campfire or grill; cook until heated through, 7-10 minutes. Open foil carefully.

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon corn syrup3 slices white bakery bread (1 inch thick), halved3 eggs3/4 cup half-and-half cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small saucepan, bring the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Pour into an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange bread over caramel....