Ingredients 1 lb. zucchini 1/4 c. all-purpose flour salt 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 lb. spaghetti 1 c. shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 1/2 c. torn basil leaves Freshly ground pepper Lemon wedges Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, toss the zucchini with the flour and a pinch of salt. In a very large skillet, heat half of the oil until shimmering. Add half of the zucchini and fry over high heat, turning once or twice, until browned and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon onion powder1 cup buttermilk1/2 cup finely chopped green onions3 tablespoons canola oilRefrigerated butter-flavored spray Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Combine the buttermilk, onions and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Spritz tops with butter-flavored spray. Bake at 400° for 14-18 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons chopped onion1/2 cup mayonnaise, divided2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese1 teaspoon yellow or Dijon mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper12 slices white or wheat bread2 to 4 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in 3 tablespoons mayonnaise for 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender; cool. In a large bowl, combine the cheeses, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, cayenne, mushroom mixture and remaining mayonnaise....

Ingredients 4 slices white bread1 tablespoon mayonnaise1/3 pound thinly sliced deli turkey4 slices tomato2 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)1 tablespoon butter, softened Preparation Spread two slices of bread with mayonnaise. Layer with turkey, tomato and cheese; top with remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter. On a hot griddle, grill sandwiches until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side.

Ingredients 1 medium onion, thinly sliced6 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon prepared mustard4 red snapper fillets (6 ounces each)BRUSCHETTA:1/4 cup olive oil8 slices French bread (1 inch thick)8 ounces Havarti cheese, sliced2 cups salsa Preparation In a small skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the onion, lime juice, brown sugar, butter and mustard for 4-5 minutes or until onion is tender and liquid is almost evaporated....

Ingredients 1 lb. strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped 3 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 2 tsp. water 1/4 tsp. cornstarch, optional Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, toss together strawberries, sugar, and vinegar. Turn the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally. (After 2 to 3 minutes the strawberries will have softened and leached much of their juices.)Step 2Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, roughly mash the strawberries until the strawberries are broken into chunks....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)2 quarts water1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped celery1 cup diced carrots2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSPAETZLE:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 eggs, well beaten1/2 cup milk1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Place the chicken and water in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Add the onion, celery, carrots, garlic, salt, pepper, poultry seasoning and red pepper flakes....

Ingredients 6 packages (16 ounces each) lasagna noodles10 pounds bulk Italian sausage10 medium onions, chopped30 garlic cloves, minced11 cans (29 ounces each) tomato sauce2/3 cup dried basil3 tablespoons ground nutmeg2 tablespoons fennel seed, crushed1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon pepper6 cartons (32 ounces each) ricotta cheese10 pounds shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese4 cartons (8 ounces each) grated Parmesan cheese5 blocks (5 ounces each) Romano cheese, grated10 packages (6 ounces each) sliced provolone cheese, cut into strips1 cup minced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped green pepper1/2 cup ketchup1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a small skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes....

Ingredients CRANBERRY TOPPING1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin1/3 cup sugar1-1/4 cups cranberry juice1 can (8 ounces) jellied cranberry sauceFILLING3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup whipped topping1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked Preparation In a bowl, combine gelatin and sugar; set aside. In a saucepan, bring cranberry juice to a boil. Remove from the heat and pour over gelatin mixture, stirring to dissolve. Stir in the cranberry sauce....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons Dijon mustard3 teaspoons chopped shallot, divided2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon2 garlic cloves, minced2 loaves (1 pound each) unsliced French bread1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef4 cups spring mix salad greens Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, 1 teaspoon shallot, tarragon and garlic; cover and refrigerate. Meanwhile, cut bread into six 4-in. lengths (save remaining bread for another use)....

Ingredients 5 cups quick-cooking oats5 cups packed brown sugar5 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling or pie filling of your choice1/4 cup cold butter, cubedVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 13 batches (13 cups total)....

Ingredients 1/2 medium lemon, sliced1/2 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup golden raisins1/3 cup unsweetened apple juice3 tablespoons sherry or additional unsweetened apple juice1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 medium apple, peeled and sliced1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cut roast in half; sprinkle with salt, pepper and ginger....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)3/4 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon minced garlic1-1/2 cups garden-style pasta sauce1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes, divided1 teaspoon dried oregano2 cups 4% cottage cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 large egg1 teaspoon dried basil6 no-cook lasagna noodles2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Crumble beef into a microwave-safe dish. Add onion and garlic; mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes; stir....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ranch salad dressing mix1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter Preparation Flatten chicken slightly. In a shallow bowl, combine milk and garlic. In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, salad dressing mix and pepper. Dip chicken in milk mixture, then coat with flour mixture. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook chicken in oil and butter over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 4 duck legs 1/2 c. mushroom soy sauce (see Note) 1/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce 3 tbsp. Chinese black vinegar or unseasoned rice vinegar 3 tbsp. sake c. sugar 1/2 onion 1/2 star anise pod 1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 1 clove garlic water 1 tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar 2 tbsp. canola oil 1/4 tsp. powdered green tea (matcha) salt 1 Asian pear or Bosc pear 3 c. mizuna or mesclun greens (3 ounces)...

Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each), skin removed2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks2 cups fresh or frozen cut green beans1 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, brown chicken over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Add sweet potatoes and beans....

Ingredients 6 large eggs1 cup cream-style cottage cheese1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup milk1/4 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a blender, combine all ingredients. Cover and process for 1 minute. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top. Cook until second side is golden brown.

Ingredients 1 cup shortening2 cups sugar2 large eggs, separated, room temperature1 cup buttermilk5 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons baking sodaPinch saltJuice and grated zest of 2 medium navel orangesICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon grated orange zest Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolks and buttermilk. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with orange juice and zest....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup sour cream27 to 30 raisins Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition....