Ingredients 1 1/2 large lemons 6 artichokes (3/4 pound each) 1 1/2 c. vacuum-packed whole chestnuts (9 ounces) 3 garlic cloves 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cube extra-virgin olive oil 3 thyme sprigs Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Squeeze the lemon half over a bowl of cold water and drop it in. Working with 1 artichoke at a time, snap off the dark green outer leaves....

Ingredients 8 cups water1/2 cup kosher salt1/2 cup packed brown sugar6 fresh thyme sprigs3 fresh rosemary sprigs3 fresh sage sprigs3 bay leaves1 tablespoon fennel seed1 tablespoon coriander seeds1 tablespoon whole peppercornsPORK:1 boneless whole pork loin roast (4 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons each minced fresh marjoram, rosemary, sage and thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup waterSAUCE:1/4 cup butter, cubed3 shallots, thinly sliced1-1/2 cups port wine1 bay leaf1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons white wine vinegar4 teaspoons sugar1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional2 teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoons cold water...

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter5 celery ribs, finely chopped3 medium carrots, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup water3 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beerOptional toppings: Additional shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon strips, chopped green onions, sour cream and salad croutons or soft pretzel bites...

Ingredients all-purpose flour 1 homemade or store-bought single-crust pie dough 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 c. medium diced yellow onion Coarse salt ground pepper 6 large eggs 3/4 c. heavy cream 3/4 lb. broccoli florets 1 c. grated sharp Cheddar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly flour a rolling pin and work surface and roll out dough to a 12-inch round. Place in a 9-inch pie plate, fold overhang under, and crimp edge....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) pork ramen noodles1 cup warm water2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2/3 cup cold water1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon white vinegar4 teaspoons canola oil1/2 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced6 large fresh mushrooms, sliced1 cup fresh broccoli florets1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper3 green onions (white portion only), sliced Preparation Set aside 1 teaspoon of seasoning from seasoning packet (discard remaining seasoning or save for another use)....

Ingredients 2 medium yellow summer squash, sliced2 medium zucchini, sliced1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings1/2 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings1 cup cherry tomatoes1/4 cup sliced fresh carrots1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning Preparation Place vegetables in a grill wok or basket. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 package cake mix of your choice (regular size)1 cup prepared frosting of your choice1 package (12 ounces) each orange, pink, blue, purple, vibrant green, black and white Wilton candy meltsDecorations of your choice: candy coating disks, jumbo sprinkles, candy-coated sunflower kernels, candy eyeballs, Twizzlers Rainbow Twists, Life Savers, colored sugar and assorted sprinkles Preparation Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions, using a greased 13x9-in. baking pan....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 cup frozen peas, thawed1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon dried oregano1 tablespoon olive oil1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 medium tomato, chopped1/3 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup lime juice1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantroTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the corn and peas. In a nonstick skillet, cook cumin and oregano in oil over medium heat for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation In a bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place at least 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, cherry and lemon juices, and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch salt6 tablespoons sugar1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a small bowl, beat egg whites, vanilla and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at time, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold in coconut. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto well-greased baking sheets. Bake at 300° for 25 minutes or just until golden brown. Immediately remove to wire racks....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2/3 cup thinly sliced celery1/4 cup sliced onion1/4 cup thinly sliced green pepper2 tablespoons julienned carrot1 teaspoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast1 cup cooked brown rice2 tablespoons chow mein noodles Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, salt and ginger until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 2 cups water2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch diagonal pieces)1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix1/4 cup reduced-fat butter, divided3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips1/4 teaspoon salt1 medium carrot, shredded2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the water, asparagus, rice mix with contents of seasoning packet and 2 tablespoons butter. Bring to a boil; reduce heat....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained4 breaded fully cooked chicken patties Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the ricotta, 1/2 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning and garlic powder; set aside....

Ingredients 1 loaf (14 ounces) ciabatta bread, halved lengthwise2/3 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce1 small garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon lime juice1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese3/4 pound sliced deli roast beef1 small onion, thinly sliced1 medium tomato, sliced4 lettuce leaves Preparation Place bread, cut side up, on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until toasted. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, garlic, lime juice, pepper and salt; spread over cut sides of bread....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature, separated2 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup finely chopped pecansFILLING:12 to 14 caramels3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 teaspoon shortening Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk, milk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 5 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1/2 cup water5 cups sugar1 can (21 ounces) blueberry pie filling2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries3 tablespoons lemon juice2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin Preparation In a large kettle, cook rhubarb and water over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes or until rhubarb is tender. Add sugar. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Stir in pie filling, blueberries and lemon juice....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked whole wheat bow tie pasta (about 8 ounces)1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseAdditional shredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook pasta according to package directions, adding asparagus during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water; return pasta and asparagus to pot....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen pearl onions1 pound fresh broccoli, cut into spears6 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltPinch pepper1 cup milk3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation In a covered saucepan, cook onions in a small amount of water for 5 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 5 more minutes. Drain. Place in a 2-qt. baking dish. In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 5 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup smoked or roasted salted almonds, coarsely chopped1 jar (2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained Preparation In a large skillet, saute broccoli and garlic in oil over medium-high heat until garlic is golden brown, 2 minutes. Add water and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until broccoli is tender, 2-3 minutes....