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Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 large eggs, beaten3/4 cup minced onion, divided2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 package (17 ounces) dinner rolls 1/2 cup Thousand Island salad dressing, divided10 slices American cheese12 sliced dill pickles1-1/2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix beef, eggs, 1/2 cup minced onion, garlic powder, salt and pepper lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1-1/4 cups sugar4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon ground cinnamon3 cups mashed cooked butternut squash1/2 cup butter, softened2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup water3 teaspoons vanilla extractWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. If desired, cut out scraps with a leaf-shaped cookie cutter for garnish; place on a baking sheet and set aside....

Ingredients 2 large egg whitesSugar1 large bunch wild violets (including stems), washed Preparation In a bowl, beat egg whites with a wire whisk just until frothy. Place sugar in another bowl. Taking one violet at a time, pick it up by the stem and dip into egg whites, covering all surfaces. Gently dip into the sugar, again being sure all of the petals, top and bottom, are covered. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; snip off stems....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 eggs1/4 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs, buttermilk and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for 1 hour or until firm. Divide dough in half....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped fennel bulb1-1/2 cups butter, cubed, divided2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups peeled cooked chestnuts, coarsely chopped1 large pear, chopped1 cup chicken broth1/2 cup mixed dried fruit, coarsely chopped2 teaspoons poultry seasoning2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 loaves day-old white bread (1 pound each), cubed3 large eggs1/4 cup 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, saute onion and fennel in 1/2 cup butter until tender....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon ground ginger3/4 pound skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic, honey and seasonings. Pour 1/4 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours....

Ingredients 2 pounds Brussels sprouts2 bacon strips, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 cup chicken broth1 teaspoon caraway seeds1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Trim Brussels sprout stems; using a paring knife, cut an “X” in the bottom of each. In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add sprouts; cook, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp....

Ingredients 8 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 lb. sourdough baguette 3/4 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 4 clove garlic 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 3/4 lb. shiitake mushrooms 1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley 2 hard-cooked eggs 3 tbsp. Wine vinegar 2 small heads romaine lettuce (about 1 pound each) 1/4 c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil over moderate heat....

Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (5 ounces each) 5 tablespoons reduced-fat Caesar vinaigrette, divided 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided2 cups grape tomatoes1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and quartered1 medium sweet orange or yellow pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place salmon on half of a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Brush with 2 tablespoons vinaigrette; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon pepper. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, artichoke hearts and sweet pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried black-eyed peas5 cups water1 green onion, chopped3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Sort peas and rinse with cold water. Place in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until softened....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1-1/2 cups shredded carrots1-1/2 cups chopped peeled ripe pears3 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin6-1/2 cups sugar Preparation Place first 7 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until pears are tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups julienned carrots1 tablespoon butter, softened3/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed3/4 teaspoon minced fresh parsley or 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes3/4 teaspoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Place carrots in a steamer basket; place in a small saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spiral or rotini pasta4 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1-1/2 cups sliced celery3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1 cup seedless red grapes1 cup seedless green grapes1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries1 cup ranch salad dressing3/4 cup mayonnaise2 cups salted cashews Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture....

Ingredients 10 bacon strips, diced1 large onion, chopped1 cup diced carrots3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups whole milk1-1/2 cups water2-1/2 cups cubed potatoes1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granulesPepper to taste3 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups cubed fully cooked ham Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, saute onion and carrots until tender....

Ingredients 1 package (5.2 ounces) Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons sour cream1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawedAssorted fresh vegetables and herbs such as olives, sliced red onion, sliced miniature sweet peppers and rosemary1 tablespoon olive oil1 large egg, beatenSesame seeds, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, mash Boursin cheese with a fork. Add Parmesan, sour cream and zest; beat until smooth and creamy....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix4 large eggs1 cup sour cream1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons water4 drops green food coloring, optional3/4 cup halved maraschino cherries1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, combine cake and pudding mixes. Combine the eggs, sour cream, oil, water and food coloring if desired; add to dry ingredients. Beat until blended (batter will be thick)....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons salt4 to 4-1/4 cups all-purpose flour8 cups water1/2 cup baking soda1 large egg, lightly beatenOptional toppings: Kosher salt, sesame seeds, poppy seeds and grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine sugar, salt, yeast mixture and 2 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough....

Ingredients 1 large head garlic 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. dried porcini mushrooms 3/4 c. boiling water 1 1/2 lb. skinless boneless chicken thighs Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 lb. assorted mushrooms 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 large shallots 1/4 c. dry red wine 1/2 c. chicken stock 2 medium tomatoes 1 tbsp. chopped tarragon Crusty bread Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed cooked chicken1-1/2 cups chicken broth1-1/2 cups frozen peas3 to 4 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups biscuit/baking mix1-1/4 cups milk1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon celery seedPaprika Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the chicken, broth, peas, carrots, soup, salt and pepper; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, combine the biscuit mix, milk, garlic powder and celery seed (mixture will be thin)....

Ingredients 4 large green peppers1/3 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter3 cups diced cooked chicken2 cups chicken broth1 package (6 ounces) long grain brown and wild rice blend1/3 cup sliced celery1/4 cup finely chopped carrots1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped zucchini1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut tops off peppers; remove seeds....