Ingredients 1 beef flank steak or top sirloin steak, 1 inch thick (about 1-1/4 pounds)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup salsa verde1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and diced1 medium tomato, seeded and diced Preparation Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 160°), 6-9 minutes per side....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup dry bread crumbs3/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons white vinegar2 tablespoons soy sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine sausage and egg. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs; drain. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over meatballs. Simmer for 10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs, divided1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup sugar1/2 gallon chocolate, coffee or vanilla ice cream, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup butter, cubed1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups salted peanuts1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Combine 2 cups cookie crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Press onto the bottom of a 13x9-in. dish. Freeze for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups gluten-free biscuit/baking mix3/4 cup sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)6 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, room temperature1 tablespoon vanilla extractGLAZE:1 cup apple cider or juice1 tablespoon butter, softened2/3 to 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first eight ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the water, butter, applesauce and vanilla until blended....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup canola oil2 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups toasted wheat germ1 cup quick-cooking oats2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup (6 ounces) miniature chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Preparation In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and oil until blended. Beat in egg, then applesauce. Combine the flour, wheat germ, oats, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to brown sugar mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, quartered1 medium green pepper, chopped1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth, divided3 garlic cloves, minced1 small bunch kale, trimmed and chopped (about 8 cups)9 ounces fresh baby spinach, chopped (about 7 cups)1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, minced4 large eggs1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1 teaspoon grated lemon zest Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1-1/4 cups red and green milk chocolate M&M’s1/3 cup white baking chipsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:3/4 cup butter, softened2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt. In a 1-qt. glass jar, layer the flour mixture, cocoa, sugar, brown sugar, M&M’s and baking chips. Cover and store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month....

Ingredients PIES:9 cups cake flour2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon salt3 cups shortening2 cup waterThick fruit fillingShortening for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:8 pounds confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup cornstarch1/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups warm water Preparation To make pies, combine in large bowl the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in shortening until pieces are the size of small peas. Add water, a little at a time, until the flour mixture is moistened....

Ingredients 2 large Eggland’s Best eggs1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1-2 dashes hot pepper sauce2 cooked bacon strips, halved1/2 cup fresh baby spinach2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions2 flour tortillas (8 inches)2 slices Colby Pepper Jack cheeseOptional: Salsa, avocado slices, sour cream and additional sliced green onions Preparation Preheat a round waffle maker. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, salt, pepper and hot sauce. Pour half the egg mixture onto greased waffle maker....

Ingredients 10 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 garlic cloves, minced1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 cup sour cream4 green onions, choppedSalt and pepper to taste2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 45 crackers)1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain and mash. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, onions, salt and pepper; beat until well blended....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups whole wheat flour1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast4 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups warm water (120° to 130°)1/4 cup olive oil1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoningOptional: Sliced red onion, chopped green pepper, fresh oregano and crushed red pepper flakes Preparation In a large bowl, combine wheat flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, yeast, sugar and salt....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt4 cups finely chopped peeled ripe pears (about 4 medium)1 teaspoon lemon juice1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; stir into the egg mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. ground chicken 1 c. mild shredded cheddar 2 tbsp. coarsely chopped onion 1 tbsp. coarsely chopped cilantro 1 tbsp. coarsely chopped mint 1 tsp. finely grated fresh ginger 2 clove garlic 1 small jalapeño 1 tsp. cumin seeds 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. garam masala 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom 2 large eggs 1 1/2 c. Fine dry bread crumbs vegetable oil mango chutney...

Ingredients 3/4 cup vanilla yogurt2/3 cup sliced ripe banana1 large egg1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)2 teaspoons butter2/3 cup sliced fresh strawberries2/3 cup fresh blueberries1/4 cup granolaOPTIONAL TOPPINGS: additional vanilla yogurt, strawberries, blueberries and granola Preparation In a small bowl, combine yogurt and banana. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg, milk, cinnamon and nutmeg. Dip both sides of each tortilla in egg mixture....

Ingredients 6 cups old-fashioned oats1/2 cup unblanched almonds, coarsely chopped1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup flaxseed1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon maple syrup1 teaspoon apple pie spice1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup raisins Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, combine oats, almonds, brown sugar and flax. In a microwave-safe dish, whisk oil, honey, maple syrup, pie spice and salt. Microwave on high for 30-45 seconds or until heated through, stirring once....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar1-1/3 cups molasses2 cups cold butter, cubed2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten8 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons ground ginger2 tablespoons ground cinnamon4 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground allspice2 teaspoons ground cloves1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cardamomROYAL ICING AND DECORATIONS:3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons meringue powder5 tablespoons warm water Edible food writing pens, optional Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring brown sugar and molasses just to a boil, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar4 large eggs1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (3-4 medium)1 cup peanut butter1/2 teaspoon salt6 cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats1 cup gluten-free butterscotch chips1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and eggs until well blended. Add bananas, peanut butter and salt until blended. Stir in the oats, butterscotch and chocolate chips. Spread batter into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi1 pound ground chicken1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons olive oil1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoShredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook chicken and onion in oil over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink; drain if necessary. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, salt and oregano; cook until heated through, 5-10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi2 tablespoons olive oil1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked Italian chicken sausage links, halved and sliced2 shallots, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup white wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth3 cups fresh baby spinach1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook sausage and shallots until sausage is browned and shallots are tender....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 medium shallot, minced 1 tsp. za’atar or dried oregano Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 medium bulbs fennel, halved and thinly sliced, reserving some fronds 1 medium grapefruit, cut into segments or peeled and cut into rounds 1/3 c. (about 15) Kalamata olives, pitted and roughly chopped or torn 2 oz. goat cheese, crumbled 2 tbsp. toasted pine nuts...