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Ingredients 1 teaspoon canola oil1 small onion, chopped1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 2 teaspoons sauce6 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons brown sugar2 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 boneless beef chuck roast (2-1/2 pounds)5 cups cooked brown riceShredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and reduced-fat sour cream, optional Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided2 cups sugar1/2 cup evaporated milk1-1/4 cups milk chocolate chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme2 teaspoons vanilla extractCARAMEL:2 cups packed brown sugar1-1/4 cups corn syrup1 cup butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon salt1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 pounds milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped Preparation Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 1 sweet potato (about 1/2 pound) 1/4 c. water 1 tsp. dried sage tsp. cayenne 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (one 16-ounce can) 1/2 lb. Canadian bacon 3/4 lb. bow ties Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion and sweet potato and toss to coat with the oil....

Ingredients 8 cups broccoli florets1/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 small onion, finely chopped1-1/4 cups whole milk4 cups shredded Swiss cheese2 large eggs, beaten Preparation In a saucepan, cook broccoli until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. In another saucepan, melt butter; add flour. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Stir in onion. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese, eggs and broccoli....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian or pork sausage1 medium onion, chopped1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce1 cup salsaDash cayenne pepper, optional12 hamburger buns, split1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the pizza sauce, salsa and cayenne if desired; cook and stir, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Place buns, cut side up, on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1/4 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)Cooking spray Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place milk in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, toss bread crumbs with cheese and seasonings. Dip pork chops in milk, then coat with crumb mixture. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; lightly spritz chops with cooking spray....

Ingredients 3/4 cup canola oil1 medium onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning6 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme Preparation In a small bowl, mix all ingredients. Use to marinate seafood.

Ingredients 3 cups fresh broccoli florets3 cups fresh cauliflowerets3 celery ribs, sliced1 small onion, chopped2 cups water1/2 teaspoon celery salt3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2-1/3 cups whole milk1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup cherry preserves1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine preserves and allspice. Heat in the microwave until warmed. Serve with chicken.

Ingredients 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided1/2 cup lime juice2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles1 cup unblanched almonds, toasted3 cups shredded lettuce3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced Preparation In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin and oregano....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium onion, coarsely chopped1/2 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes2 large tomatoes, diced1 package (16 ounces) fettuccine Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a skillet, brown chicken on both sides in butter and oil; remove and set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder12 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a saucepan over medium heat, brown beef; drain. Add beans, soup, celery, green pepper, onion, ketchup, brown sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 1/2-pound flatiron steak 1/4 c. fresh orange juice 1 canned chipotle in adobo 1 tbsp. adobo sauce from the can 1 large garlic clove 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 Hass avocados 1/2 c. fresh corn kernels 1/4 c. minced red onion 1 small jalapeño 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Light a grill or heat a grill pan. Set the steak flat on a work surface....

Ingredients 1/2 c. buckwheat flour 1/4 c. all-purpose flour salt 1 1/2 c. water 1 egg vegetable oil 8 slice roast veal or pork 8 slice Parmesan cheese (4 ounces) 1 bunch arugula extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk the buckwheat and all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of salt. Add the water and egg and whisk until smooth. Cover the batter and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 pounds ground chicken1 small onion, chopped1 celery rib, finely chopped1 large carrot, grated2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1 bottle (12 ounces) Buffalo wing sauce1/2 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper9 lasagna noodles1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese1-3/4 cups crumbled blue cheese, divided1/2 cup minced Italian flat-leaf parsley1 large egg, lightly beaten3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese...

Ingredients 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups shortening1 egg1 tablespoon white vinegar3/4 cup cold waterFILLING:2 cups each fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries and sliced strawberries2 cups fresh or frozen chopped rhubarb4 cups chopped peeled baking apples2 cups sugar2/3 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons lemon juiceEGG WASH:1 egg yolk1 to 2 tablespoons water Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Whisk egg, vinegar and water; sprinkle over dry ingredients and toss....

Ingredients 3/4 cup shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese1/3 cup shredded pepper jack cheese1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 teaspoon garlic pepper blend1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup crispy brown rice cereal1/4 cup finely crumbled cooked bacon1/4 cup salted pumpkin seeds1/4 cup crumbled french-fried onionsOptional: Pico de gallo or picante sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Beat the first 6 ingredients together until blended. Add flour; mix until a dough forms....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh baby carrots2 tablespoons water1/4 cup pineapple preserves2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Place carrots and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and keep warm. In another microwave-safe bowl, combine the preserves, sugar, butter and salt; cook on high for 1-2 minutes or until preserves are melted. Pour over carrots; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 large carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 large onion, chopped2 small heads cauliflower, chopped (about 10 cups)1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup vegetable broth2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon rubbed sage Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots, celery and onion. Cook and stir until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Add cauliflower, mushrooms, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1-1/3 cups 2% milk2 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. In a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half of the potatoes, onion and half of the sauce....