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Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes3/4 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon pepper4 halibut or swordfish steaks, 1-inch thick Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; let stand for 30 minutes. Spread 1 tablespoon herbed butter over each halibut steak. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack....

Ingredients 1 pound turkey breast tenderloins, cubed1 tablespoon canola oil1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend1 medium onion, cut into wedges1/2 cup stir-fry sauce1/3 cup shredded carrotHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry turkey in oil for 3-4 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon. Stir-fry the mixed vegetables, onion, stir-fry sauce and carrot for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 large egg, beaten1/2 cup sour cream1/3 cup salsa2 to 4 tablespoons taco seasoning1 cup crushed tortilla chips1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, sliced ripe olives Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 pound beef top sirloin steak or flank steak, trimmed and cut against the grain into 1/4-inch stripsMARINADE:3 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon dried oregano1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperFAJITAS:1/2 medium onion, sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced into thin strips2 tablespoons canola oil, divided8 flour tortilla shells, warmed2 avocados, peeled and slicedSalsaSour cream Preparation In a large resealable bag, combine marinade ingredients; add beef. Seal and refrigerate for 3-6 hours or overnight, turning several times....

Ingredients 3 small beets c. extra-virgin olive oil extra-virgin olive oil 2 clove garlic 2 sprig thyme 1 sprig rosemary 4 c. water kosher salt 1 1/2 c. semi-pearled farro 1 large shallot 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp. honey Freshly ground pepper 6 oz. skinless smoked trout fillet 1/2 lb. beet greens or Swiss chard Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a small baking dish, lightly drizzle the beets with olive oil and rub to coat....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt2 large eggs1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese5 tablespoons butter, melted2 cups 4% cottage cheese4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseChopped fresh basil, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook spaghetti according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 6-8 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1 medium onion, chopped4 cups cubed cornbread1/2 cup frozen corn1 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 large eggs1-1/4 cups 2% milk1/2 cup salsa1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of each of the following: cornbread, sausage mixture, corn and cheese....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups granola without raisins, crushed1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/3 cup creamy peanut butter8 wooden pop sticks4 large firm bananas, halved widthwise Preparation Sprinkle granola onto a large piece of waxed paper; set aside. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in peanut butter until blended. Insert a pop stick into each banana half. Spread with chocolate mixture; roll in granola. Wrap in foil and freeze for 24 hours....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links or flavor of your choice, finely chopped1 package (7 ounces) mixed dried fruit, chopped1 cup chopped walnuts1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (12 ounces) seasoned stuffing cubes3-1/2 to 4 cups water Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat. Add sausage, dried fruit, walnuts and pepper; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until sausage is lightly browned....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 cups warm whole milk (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon shortening2 teaspoons salt6-1/4 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons garlic powder Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, shortening, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 16 small red potatoes3 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakesSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Place potatoes in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a serving bowl. Combine the butter, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper; pour over potatoes and toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation Cut bread dough into 16 pieces; shape into balls. Place on a floured surface; cover and let rise in a warm place for 10 minutes. In a bowl, stir Parmesan cheese and garlic powder into butter. Using a spoon, roll balls in butter mixture; arrange loosely in a 9-in. round baking pan....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 pounds), trimmed1 teaspoon pepper1 large onion, thinly sliced1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer1 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold water Preparation Cut roast in half; sprinkle with pepper. Place onion and roast in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the beer, ketchup and brown sugar; pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground pork1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup hoisin sauce4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons Thai chili sauce1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped4 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon sesame oil24 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves Preparation In a large skillet, cook pork and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until pork is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking up pork into crumbles....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup molasses2 large egg yolks, room temperature1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup canned pumpkin1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsMERINGUE:4 large egg whites, room temperature1/2 cup packed brown sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and molasses until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1 large egg1/4 cup molasses1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground clovesCHEESECAKE BATTER:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided1/2 cup canned pumpkin1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1 large egg Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 cup egg substitute1/4 cup fat-free milk1/8 teaspoon pepperDash salt1/4 cup chopped sweet orange pepper2 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon canola oil1/3 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, whisk the egg substitute, milk, pepper and salt; set aside. In an 8-in. ovenproof skillet, saute orange pepper and onions in oil until tender. Add ham; heat through. Reduce heat; top with egg mixture....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. Dutch cocoa powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/4 c. unsalted butter 2 c. sugar 2 large eggs 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.Step 2In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter, 2 cups sugar, and eggs on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound thin beef top round steak, cut into four piecesCoarse-ground prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon dried thymeSalt and pepper to taste1 medium dill pickle, quartered lengthwise3 carrots, cut into sticks, divided1 small onion, cut into wedges2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups water2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules3 tablespoons ketchupCooked noodles Preparation Spread steak pieces with mustard. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper. Layer the steak pieces with a quarter each of pickle slices, carrot sticks and a wedge of onion....

Ingredients 1 can (5 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1 celery rib, finely chopped1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon pepper2 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), room temperature1/2 cup shredded lettuce1 small carrot, shredded4 slices tomato2 slices red onion, separated into rings1 hard-boiled large egg, sliced Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tuna, celery, mayonnaise and pepper. Spoon tuna mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with lettuce, carrot, tomato, onion and egg....