Ingredients 1 large egg, beaten1/4 cup dry bread crumbs3 bacon strips, cut into 1/4-inch pieces1 small onion, chopped2 ounces cubed cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef1/2 pound bulk pork sausage Preparation In a large bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs, bacon, onion, cheese, seasoned salt and pepper. Add beef and sausage; mix well. In a shallow baking pan, shape mixture into an 8x4-in. oval. Bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°; drain....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1 can (4-1/2 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 teaspoon dried oregano2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 medium onion, sliced Preparation Flatten chicken breasts to 1/8-in. thickness; set aside. In a food processor or blender, combine the cheese, olives, 1 tablespoon oil and oregano; cover and process until mixture reaches a thick chunky paste consistency....

Ingredients 1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)3/4 cup beef broth1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon ground ginger2 large onions, cut into 1/4-in. slices Preparation Score surface of steak, making shallow diagonal cuts. In a bowl, combine the broth, pineapple juice, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey and ginger. Pour 1 cup marinade into a shallow bowl large; add steak and turn to coat....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp. fresh orange juice 2 tsp. poppy seeds 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 tsp. kosher salt Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, rub together granulated sugar and orange zest with your fingers until sugar is yellow in color. Add mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, poppy seeds, mustard, and salt and whisk until smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1/4 cup chopped onion1 medium carrot, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon cornstarch3/4 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt, optional3/4 cup uncooked instant rice1/3 cup frozen peas Preparation In a skillet, cook the first four ingredients in butter. Combine cornstarch, broth, lemon juice and salt if desired until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons melted butter, divided1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded fontina cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepperOptional: Toasted French bread baguette slices, baked pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Brush an 8-in. cast iron or other ovenproof skillet with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside....

Ingredients 3 medium yellow summer squash, sliced2 medium zucchini, sliced1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings1 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute the yellow squash, zucchini, onion and garlic in oil until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in the parsley, basil, oregano, thyme and salt....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon shortening1 teaspoon salt3 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butter, softened, dividedICING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons 2% milk3 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, egg, sugar, shortening and salt; mix well. Add flour; mix until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut upOil for fryingGRAVY:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/3 cups 2% milk Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/4 in. of oil; fry chicken until browned on all sides....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup raisins1 cup chopped pecans, optional FROSTING:5 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup butter, melted1/3 to 1/2 cup 2% milkWhite sprinkles, optional Preparation Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs. In another bowl, whisk next 7 ingredients; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice8 cups water1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed4 cups sugar2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries2 envelopes unsweetened cherry soft drink mix or other red flavor of your choiceADDITIONAL INGREDIENT:Grapefruit or citrus soda Preparation In a 6-qt. container, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and freeze for 12 hours, stirring every 2 hours. May be frozen for up to 3 months....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups raspberry yogurt2 tablespoons lemon juice2 medium ripe bananas, cut into chunks12 freezer pop molds or 12 paper cups (3 ounces each) and wooden pop sticks Preparation Place yogurt, lemon juice and bananas in a blender; cover and process until smooth, stopping to stir if necessary. Pour mixture into molds or paper cups. Top molds with holders. If using cups, top with foil and insert sticks through foil. Freeze until firm....

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped shallots1/4 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon canola oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/3 cup apple cider or juice3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons canned pumpkin2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons maple syrup1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon pepperDash ground cloves1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional heavy whipping cream, optionalFresh thyme sprigs, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, saute the shallots, onion and ginger in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed golden mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (8 ounces) spiral pasta, cooked and drained Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the soup, tomato sauce, 1 cup cheese and salt....

Ingredients 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1 1/2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp. thyme leaves 2 clove garlic kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tomatoes 12 chicken breast cutlets (2 1/2 pounds) 6 ciabatta rolls 6 slice fresh mozzarella 6 basil leaves (optional) Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, whisk 1/4 cup of the olive oil with the lemon zest, lemon juice, thyme, garlic and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 c. mayonnaise 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard 4 tsp. fresh orange juice 1/4 tsp. dried tarragon 2 tsp. drained capers 2 dilled gherkins 1/2 tsp. anchovy paste 1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley fresh-ground black pepper 4 halibut steaks 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 1/2 tsp. salt Preparation Step 1In a small glass or stainless-steel bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, orange juice, tarragon, capers, gherkins, anchovy paste, parsley and 1/8 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup sour cream3 large eggs1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup water4 ounces German sweet chocolate, grated1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup chocolate frosting, meltedPecan halves Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the cake and pudding mixes, sour cream, eggs, oil and water; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed2 packages (3 ounces each) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix1/2 cup milk3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 teaspoon maple flavoring1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 teaspoon coconut extract2 cups milk chocolate chips2 teaspoons shortening Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in pudding mixes until blended. Whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 2 cans (28 ounces each) pork and beans1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled1 cup finely chopped onion1 cup cola1 cup ketchup2 tablespoons ground mustard Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until bubbly.

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican stewed tomatoes1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, undrained1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon salt1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional Preparation Drain tomatoes, reserving juice. Cut up tomatoes; place in a large bowl. Add juice, beans, chilies, onion, cilantro, salt and, if desired, olives; stir until combined. Cover and store in the refrigerator....