Ingredients 8 ounces aged cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, choppedBlack sea salt Preparation Cut cheese into 1/2-in. cubes. In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Dip cheese cubes in chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. Sprinkle with a few grains of salt. Let stand until set.
Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen white bread dough, thawed1/2 pound mild pork sausage1/2 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1-1/2 cups diced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped onion3 large eggs, divided use2-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Cover dough and let rise in a warm place until doubled. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage, mushrooms and onion over medium-high heat until sausage is no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles, 6-8 minutes....
Ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon olive oil4 sesame seed hamburger buns, splitToppings of your choice Preparation In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, egg, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each with your thumb. Brush both sides of patties with oil....
Ingredients 5 cups peeled butternut squash, cut into 1-inch cubes3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 32 uncooked jumbo pasta shells3/4 pound bulk hot Italian sausage2 cups finely chopped sweet onion, divided 1 package (5 ounces) baby kale salad blend, chopped8 ounces crumbled goat cheese, divided 4 garlic cloves, minced1 carton (26.46 ounces) chopped tomatoes, undrained2 tablespoons fresh sage1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. On a foil-lined baking sheet, toss squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil....
Ingredients 1 teaspoon butter1/2 cup chopped pecans1-1/4 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup pomegranate seeds, divided1/2 cup raspberry vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup olive oil1 large pear1 teaspoon lemon juice3 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add pecans; cook over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon; cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted....
Ingredients 5 cups caramel corn2 cups miniature pretzels1 cup Goldfish cheddar crackers1-1/4 cups Reese’s pieces, divided1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the caramel corn, pretzels, crackers and 1 cup Reese’s pieces. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt marshmallows and butter; add vanilla and stir until smooth. Pour over pretzel mixture; stir until well coated. Press into a greased 13x9-in....
Ingredients 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, divided1 pound ground beef4 bacon strips, halved1 large sweet onion, sliced4 tablespoons butter, divided4 hamburger buns, split4 slices cheddar cheese Preparation Place 1/3 cup barbecue sauce in a small bowl. Crumble beef over barbecue sauce and mix lightly and thoroughly. Shape into 4 patties. In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain. In another skillet, saute onion in 2 tablespoons butter until softened....
Ingredients 3 green onions, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter4 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped2 cups water1 tablespoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules or 1-1/2 vegetable bouillon cubes3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon dried thyme5 medium red potatoes, cut into small chunks (about 1 pound)3 cups fat-free milk2 cups shredded zucchini2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onions and garlic in butter until tender. Add celery and carrots; cook and stir for 4 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup dried pinto beans3-1/2 cups water1/4 cup chopped onion1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (1-1/2 pounds)1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips1/4 cup sliced green onionsShredded lettuceShredded cheddar cheeseChopped fresh tomatoesSalsa Preparation Place beans and enough water to cover in a 3-qt. saucepan. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 large egg1 cup whole milk2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheeseApplesauce, warmed, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Combine the egg, milk, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in cheese. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top of pancakes....
Ingredients 1 large egg yolk, beaten1/2 pound lean ground beef2 tablespoons grated onion1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper6 slices bread24 cubes cheddar cheese (1/2-inch cubes) Preparation In a bowl, combine egg yolk, ground beef, onion, salt and pepper. Shape mixture by teaspoonfuls into 24 balls. Remove crusts from bread; roll flat and cut into 1-1/2-in. rounds. Place meatballs on bread rounds; make a depression in each ball and fill with a cube of cheese, making sure bread is covered with meat mixture....
Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)2 tablespoons butter, cubed2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1/4 cup chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce6 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter) Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the soup, cheese and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted. stir in the ham, onion and Worcestershire sauce. Pour into a greased 2-qt....
Ingredients 3/4 cup dried cherries1 cup boiling water3 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 cup butter, room temperature1 large egg, separated1/2 cup sour cream3/4 cup half-and-half cream1-1/2 teaspoons almond extractAdditional sugar Preparation Soak cherries in water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cream of tartar. With a pastry blender, cut in the butter....
Ingredients 4 large onions, halved and thinly sliced1/4 cup butter, cubed1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up8 cups water2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes1-3/4 cups ketchup1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped3 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef, cooked and drained1 pound cubed fully cooked ham1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans1 package (16 ounces) frozen butter beans1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn6 cups hot mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)...
Ingredients 3 cups water3/4 cup cornmeal1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese3/4 teaspoon saltCACCIATORE:1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 large onion, sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted crushed tomatoes1/2 cup pitted Greek olives Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk water and cornmeal; microwave, covered, on high for 6 minutes. Stir; cook, covered, 5-7 minutes longer or until polenta is thickened, stirring every 2 minutes....
Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup olive oil8 cups hearts of romaine salad mix2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1 cup Caesar salad croutons Preparation Place chicken on a greased broiler pan. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 7-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°....
Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)8 thin slices deli ham8 slices Swiss cheese2 eggs1 cup 2% milk2 cups crushed cornflakes1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Top each with a slice of ham and cheese. Roll up and tuck in ends; secure with toothpicks. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk. In another shallow bowl, combine cornflakes and seasonings....
Ingredients 3/4 cup seedless raspberry preserves, divided1/2 cup raspberry vinegar1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon curry powder6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds)2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup unsweetened raspberries Preparation In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup preserves, raspberry vinegar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic and seasonings; mix well. Remove 1 cup for sauce; cover and refrigerate....
Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups 2% milk3/4 cup chicken broth1 cup cooked chopped fresh or frozen broccoli1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add broccoli....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons Cap’n Crunch cereal2 tablespoons Froot Loops cereal2 tablespoons Fruity Pebbles cereal3/4 cup dulce de leche ice cream, softened4 Rice Krispies treats (2.2 ounces each), halved lengthwise1 tablespoon hot caramel ice cream topping, warmed Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine cereals. Spread ice cream onto the bottom half of each Rice Krispies treat. Drizzle with ice cream topping. Replace top half of Rice Krispies treat. Rolls sides in cereal mixture....
