Ingredients 4 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches each)2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup prepared pesto Preparation Remove and discard stems from mushrooms; with a spoon, scrape and remove gills. In a small bowl, combine oil and garlic; brush over mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt. In a small bowl, combine cheese and pesto. Place mushrooms on a piece of greased heavy-duty foil (about 12-in....

Ingredients 8 oz. cremini or button mushrooms 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, grated 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 1/3 c. panko breadcrumbs 1/2 c. (3 oz.) crumbled feta cheese 1/3 c. (about 1 1/2 oz.) Fisher Chopped Walnuts 3 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400° with a rack in the center position. Carefully remove the stems from the mushroom caps and finely chop; set the caps aside....

Ingredients 1 package (15-1/2 ounces) Oreo cookies1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened4 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix3-1/2 cups cold whole milk1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 new flowerpot (8 x 10 inches)Silk flowersCandy gummy worms Preparation In a food processor or blender, crush cookies until fine. Set aside. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and sugar until smooth....

Ingredients 1 pound tomatillos, husks removed3 to 4 serrano peppers, stems removed1/4 cup chopped onion4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided2 garlic cloves, peeled1 teaspoon salt Preparation In an ungreased skillet, cook tomatillos over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes, turning frequently. Cool on a wire rack. For a milder flavor, remove veins and seeds from serrano peppers; finely chop peppers. In a food processor, combine tomatillos, peppers, onion, 2 tablespoons cilantro, garlic and salt; cover and pulse just until mixture is coarsely pureed....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/3 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon each baking powder, baking soda and salt1-1/2 cups salted cashews, coarsely choppedBROWNED BUTTER FROSTING:1/2 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups confectioners’ sugarAdditional cashew halves, optional Preparation In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar. Beat in egg, sour cream and vanilla; mix well....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin4 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:6 tablespoons butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon 2% milk1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 to 2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat the pumpkin, eggs, oil and vanilla until blended. Combine dry ingredients; gradually stir into pumpkin mixture....

Ingredients 1 lime wedgeChopped toasted shredded coconut, optional2 ounces cream of coconut1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila1 ounce Triple Sec1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice1 cup crushed ice Preparation Moisten rim of 1 cocktail glass with lime wedge. If desired, sprinkle coconut on a plate; dip rim in coconut. Place cream of coconut, tequila, Triple Sec and lime juice in a blender; add ice. Cover and process until smooth. Pour into prepared glass....

Ingredients 1 large egg, beaten3/4 cup soft bread crumbs1-3/4 cups water, divided1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 beef bouillon cubes1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup raisins2-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 cup coarsely crushed gingersnaps (about 10 cookies)Cooked noodles Preparation Combine the egg, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup water, onion, salt and pepper; crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 2-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, bring remaining water to a boil....

Ingredients 3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed3 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered1-3/4 cups cubed English cucumber6 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber and beans....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 medium tomato, thinly sliced1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheeseAdditional basil, optional Preparation Combine oil and garlic; brush over both sides of eggplant slices. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 15 minutes; turn. Bake until golden brown, about 5 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 c. panko breadcrumbs 1 tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 10 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. orzo pasta 1 small butternut squash 2 bulb fennel 1 small red onion 5 large tomatoes 2 clove garlic 2 tbsp. chopped fresh sage Coarse salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.Step 2In a medium bowl, mix together panko, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and parsley; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix1 cup chopped peeled jicama6 radishes, halved and sliced4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperLime wedges, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and seasonings. Pour over coleslaw mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 package thick-sliced peppered bacon strips (24 ounces)1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup cornmeal4-1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning1 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk8 medium green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slicesOil for deep-fat frying16 slices Texas toast1/2 cup reduced-fat chipotle mayonnaise8 Boston lettuce leaves Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. In a small shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, seafood seasoning, pepper and salt....

Ingredients 12 to 14 red potatoes (about 4 pounds), cooked and peeled2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced4 bacon strips, diced1 medium onion, chopped2 cups water1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch4 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Slice potatoes into a large bowl. Add eggs; set aside. In a small skillet, cook bacon and onion until bacon is crisp. Drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. Add bacon and onion to potato mixture....

Ingredients 1 egg white1 cup milk1 cup cornmeal3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon pepper4 catfish fillets (8 ounces each)Canola oilLemon or lime wedges, optional Preparation In a shallow bowl, beat the egg white until foamy; add milk and mix well. In another shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal, salt, garlic powder, cayenne and pepper. Dip fillets in milk mixture, then coat with cornmeal mixture. Heat 1/4 in of oil in a large skillet; fry fish over medium-high for 3-4 minutes on each side or until it flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups sour cream1 carton (16 ounces) French onion dip1 package (2-1/2 ounces) dried beef, choppedRidged potato chips Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and dip until blended. Stir in beef. Serve with chips. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter2-1/3 cups (1 pound) brown sugar, firmly packed1 cup light corn syrup1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/8 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In 2-qt. microwave-safe pitcher, combine the butter, sugar, syrup, milk and salt. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring once after every minute. When butter is melted, stir well. Attach microwave candy thermometer. Microwave on high for about 8 minutes or until mixture reaches 245° (firm-ball stage)....

Ingredients 1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve Spanish rice4 large poblano peppers1 cup enchilada sauce1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blendMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation Preheat broiler. In a large skillet, cook turkey and beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Prepare rice according to package directions. Add rice to meat mixture....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion3/4 cup chili sauce1/2 cup water1/4 cup prepared mustard2 teaspoons chili powder12 hamburger buns, split12 slices cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until beef is browned; drain. Add chili sauce, water, mustard and chili powder. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spoon 1/2 cup onto each bun; top with a cheese slice.

Ingredients 6 egg whites3/4 cup onion and garlic salad croutons1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil2 cups fresh baby spinach1 garlic clove, minced1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/4 cups fat-free milk1 egg yolk, lightly beaten1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 cup shredded Italian cheese blend Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....