Ingredients 1 pound dried large lima beans1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)3 quarts water2 celery ribs with leaves, sliced4 chicken bouillon cubes2-1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 medium carrots, chopped4 cups chopped fresh spinach2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the beans, chicken, water, celery, bouillon, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours or until beans are tender....
Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano3 tablespoons butter, divided2 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup whole milk1 tablespoon sherry or chicken broth1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 tablespoons diced pimientos1/2 cup sour cream1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the Parmesan cheese, basil and oregano....
Ingredients 6 bacon strips, diced1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste4-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage Preparation In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels....
Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries, drained1/4 teaspoon almond extract1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers18 ounces milk chocolate candy coating, meltedRed and white sprinkles or colored sugar Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth; stir in cherries and extract. Spread 1 teaspoon cream cheese mixture on bottoms of each of half of the wafers; cover with remaining wafers....
Ingredients 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour c. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder 2 tbsp. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. Coarse salt 1 can solid-pack pumpkin 2 tbsp. vegetable oil c. heavy cream 5 oz. unsalted butter 1 c. sugar 2 large eggs 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 8 oz. semisweet chocolate 1 c. heavy cream 1 tbsp. light corn syrup Spiced Pastry Cream...
Ingredients 4 packages yellow cake mix (regular size)11 cups cold milk4 packages (5.1 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix4 jars (16 ounces each) hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed96 maraschino cherries with stems, optional Preparation Prepare and bake cakes according to package directions, using four greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. Cool completely on wire racks. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes on low for 2-3 minutes....
Ingredients 3 cups bread flour3 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder1-1/2 teaspoons saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1 cup water (70° to 80°)2 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeastBeaten egg white and sesame seeds, optional Preparation Combine the first four ingredients. Store in a resealable plastic bag. Yield: 1 batch (3-1/3 cups total). To prepare rolls: Place water in bread machine pan. Add roll mix. Top with butter and yeast. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....
Ingredients 1/2 lb. pappardelle 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. zucchini Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 clove garlic 1 jalapeno 1 lb. shelled and deveined medium shrimp 1/2 lb. asparagus 1/2 c. heavy cream 3 tbsp. snipped chives Preparation Step 1In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until just al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.Step 2Meanwhile, in a very large skillet, heat the olive oil....
Ingredients 1 pound fresh brussels sprouts3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper and ground nutmeg Preparation Remove any loose leaves and trim stem ends of brussels sprouts. Cut an “x” in the core end of each with a sharp knife. Place sprouts in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender....
Ingredients 2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, softened, divided1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk2-1/2 cups sugar2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme24 caramels, quartered3/4 cup salted cashew halves1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil with 2 teaspoons butter. Set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the milk, sugar and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1 teaspoon lemon juiceDash hot pepper sauce2 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup milk1 cup cornmeal1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper6 catfish fillets (6 ounces each)Oil for fryingLemon wedges Preparation In a food processor, combine the butter, pecans, lemon juice and pepper sauce; cover and process until smooth....
Ingredients 4 cups cauliflowerets1/2 cup sliced green onions1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved2/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix1 cup thinly sliced radishes Preparation In a bowl, combine the cauliflower, onions and water chestnuts. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and salad dressing mix. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, stir in radishes....
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 cup cooked long grain rice1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded cheddar cheese8 pita pocket halves Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the rice, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup 4% cottage cheese1 cup sour cream6 to 8 green onions with tops, sliced8 ounces medium noodles, cooked and drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a skillet, brown beef; drain. Add soup, salt and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, sour cream, green onions and noodles....
Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 medium onions, chopped1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), chopped1/3 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°.
Ingredients 4 tbsp. butter 3 medium carrots, diced (about 1 1/2 cups) 3 stalks celery, diced (about 1 1/2 cups) 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1½ cups) 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme 1 tsp. kosher salt, divided 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 4 tbsp. all-purpose flour 2 c. whole milk 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 4 c. cooked shredded chicken...
Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 c. chicken broth Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 1/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 3 large breasts) 1 (14-oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered 1 c. shredded mozzarella 1 c. freshly grated parmesan, plus more for garnish 2 tbsp....
Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup yellow cornmeal1/4 cup sugar5 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon chili powder2 eggs1-1/2 cups milk2/3 cup canola oil1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and chili powder. In a small bowl, beat the eggs; add milk, oil, onion and chilies. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) shelled walnuts2/3 cup sugar3 tablespoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1-1/2 cups butter, melted1 package (16 ounces, 14x9-inch sheets) frozen phyllo dough, thawedSYRUP:1-3/4 cups sugar3/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup honey1/3 cup water1 to 2 dried chipotle chiles, split lengthwise in half2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a food processor, combine the first 5 ingredients; pulse until walnuts are finely chopped....
Ingredients 3/4 lb. bow ties 1 lb. sea scallops 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 5 tbsp. olive oil 2 navel oranges 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 c. Kalamata or other black olives 1/2 small red onion 6 tbsp. Chopped fresh mint Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the bow ties until just done, about 15 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain thoroughly....
