Ingredients 1/4 lb. thin-sliced pepperoni 1/4 c. lemon juice (from about 1 lemon) 1 tsp. dried oregano 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. olive oil 1 large head romaine lettuce 1 English cucumber 3 tomatoes 1 red onion 1 green bell pepper 3/4 c. Kalamata olives 8 oz. feta Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, cook the pepperoni over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed2 tablespoons tomato paste2 teaspoons dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring broth and tomatoes to a boil; add pasta....

Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken breast halves (14 ounces each)2 medium onions, chopped2 medium green peppers, chopped1 cup pickled jalapeno slices1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 jars (16 ounces each) salsa verde2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) navy beans, rinsed and drained1 cup sour cream1/2 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional toppings: Shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream and crushed tortilla chips Preparation Place the chicken, onions, peppers, jalapenos and chiles in a 5- or 6-qt....

Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons butter1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed8 slices Swiss cheese8 slices fully cooked ham1 large egg1 tablespoon water Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove to paper towels to drain. On a lightly floured surface, roll each pastry sheet into a 12-in....

Ingredients 1/4 lb. semi-sweet chocolate, chopped 1/4 lb. white chocolate, chopped 2 tbsp. coconut oil, divided 18 Double Stuf Oreo cookies Preparation Step 1Line baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Step 2In a microwave-safe bowl, mix semisweet chocolate and 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Melt in the microwave in 30 second bursts, being sure to stir to keep things smooth. Transfer ¼ of melted chocolate into a plastic bag. Repeat with the white chocolate....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded cabbage3 cups shredded red cabbage1 large unpeeled Granny Smith apple, shredded1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup finely chopped onionDRESSING:1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon prepared mustardSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large bowl, combine cabbage, apple, celery and onion. Mix thoroughly. In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients; stir into coleslaw. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Ingredients 1 pound medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed1 pound medium red potatoes, cubed1 pound medium carrots, chopped4 garlic cloves, peeled and halved1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups frozen white corn, thawed1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Place the potatoes, carrots, garlic and jalapeno in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef2 tablespoons olive oilSAUCE:1 tablespoon olive oil2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes in puree2 to 3 cups water, divided1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese1 tablespoon dried basil2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon pepperAdditional grated cheese and minced parsley, optional...

Ingredients 14 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 package (10 ounces) dark chocolate chips5 teaspoons shortening3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger Preparation Place white chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring whipping cream just to a boil. Pour over white chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in the cinnamon, ginger and cloves. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up2-1/4 quarts cold water5 chicken bouillon cubes6 whole peppercorns3 whole cloves1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/2 cups chopped carrots1 cup fresh or frozen peas1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped peeled potatoes1/4 cup chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bay leafDUMPLINGS:2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 large egg, beaten2 tablespoons butter, melted3/4 to 1 cup 2% milkSnipped fresh parsley, optional...

Ingredients 1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 2 tsp. dried oregano 3 boneless 1/2 lb. ziti 4 oz. feta cheese 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1 1/2 c. cherry tomatoes Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, simmer the chicken broth and the oregano until 1/2 cup of liquid remains in the pan, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked long grain rice1 tablespoon vegetable oil1-1/2 to 2 tablespoons onion soup mix1/4 teaspoon pepper1-2/3 cups boiling water1 cup frozen peas Preparation In a large skillet, brown rice in oil, stirring constantly. Blend in soup mix and pepper. Stir in water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Stir in peas. Cover and cook for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon paprika1 beef flank steak (2 pounds)BLUE CHEESE BUTTER:3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese3 tablespoons butter, softened1 green onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first five ingredients. Add steak; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 2-4 hours. Drain beef, discarding marinade. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon cider vinegar2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon ground cumin2 prebaked 12-inch pizza crusts2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 spinach tortillas (10 inches)1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olivesSour cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sushi rice, rinsed and drained1 cup water1/8 teaspoon green food coloring4 teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar3 nori sheets1 small carrot, cut into matchsticks1/2 medium cucumber, seeded and cut into long strips1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and slicedBlack food coloring1 tablespoon prepared wasabiSoy sauce, pickled ginger slices and additional wasabi, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine rice, water and green food coloring; let stand 30 minutes. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 10 medium yellow onions 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. dried thyme Coarse salt and ground pepper 3 can reduced-sodium chicken broth 3/4 c. dry red wine 4 slice toasted multigrain bread 4 oz. sliced Swiss cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In a large roasting pan, toss together onions, oil, sugar, thyme, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover tightly with foil; cook until steamed, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar6 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon anise extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking powderGLAZE:3 cups confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons butter, softened3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milkColored sprinkles, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 4 fresh strawberries, sliced1/2 medium firm banana, sliced4 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)1 egg2 tablespoons half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon canola oil1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a bowl, combine strawberry and banana slices. Place 1/4 cup on two slices of bread, arranging fruit in a single layer; top with remaining bread. Set remaining fruit aside. In a shallow bowl, beat the egg, cream, cinnamon and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon butter24 caramels3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, divided1/2 cup white baking chips1/2 cup salted peanuts Preparation Line an 8x4-in. loaf pan with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels, 3/4 cup coconut, baking chips and peanuts. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 1 minute; stir. Cook, uncovered, 30-60 seconds longer or until caramels are melted; stir to combine....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sugar sliced pears, drained1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches in juice, drained1-1/2 cups seedless red grapes1 package (3 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix2 medium firm bananas3 tablespoons lemon juice1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice in a 1-cup measuring cup. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, pears, peaches and grapes. Refrigerate until chilled....