Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, divided1 teaspoon canola oil2 beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick and 4 ounces each)1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon chopped green onion1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper2/3 cup chicken or beef broth1/8 teaspoon browning sauce, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter and oil over medium-high heat; cook steaks to desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°), 5-6 minutes per side....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 3 c. vegetable broth 1 c. heavy cream 1/4 c. fresh lime juice 1/2 c. packed fresh cilantro 1 jalapeño, seeded (optional) 1/2 tsp. ground cumin Kosher salt 4 ripe Haas avocados, pitted and peeled Hot sauce, crumbled cotija cheese, crushed tortilla chips, chopped cilantro, for serving Preparation Step 1In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat oil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons cornstarch1/3 cup vinegar1/3 cup water or beet liquid1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon onion powder4 cups cooked, sliced beets3 tablespoons butter1/4 teaspoon saltDash white pepper Preparation In a saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Add vinegar and water or beet liquid; bring to a boil. Add all remaining ingredients; reduce heat to simmer. Heat through.

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 lb. brussels sprouts, shaved kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1/2 c. creamy caesar dressing 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish 1 Garlic clove, minced Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/2 tsp. dried oregano croutons, for serving Preparation Step 1In a large skillet over medium high heat, heat olive oil. Add brussels sprouts and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients kosher salt 1 lb. rigatoni 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 c. diced onions 1 tbsp. Cajun spice mix 1 tbsp. paprika Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc 1 c. low-sodium chicken stock 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 c. peas 2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken, skin removed 1 tbsp. butter 1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley 1 c. shredded cheddar, plus more for serving...

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and remaining butter, stirring after 1 minute and every 30 seconds thereafter. Stir in milk and vanilla. Spread into prepared pan. Refrigerate until firm....

Ingredients 2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup water2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup flour with the sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cold fat-free milk1 tablespoon vanilla flavoring syrup1 cup ice cubes1/2 medium banana, cut up1 to 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder1 teaspoon ground flaxseed1 teaspoon baking cocoa Preparation In a blender, combine all the ingredients; cover and process until blended, 1-2 minutes. Pour into a chilled glass; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 c. cake flour (spooned and leveled) 1/4 tsp. salt 12 large egg whites 1 tsp. cream of tartar 1 1/4 c. sugar 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place flour and salt in a sieve set over a bowl; sift into bowl, and set aside. With a mixer, beat egg whites on medium-high until foamy, about 1 minute. Add cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shredded peeled apple1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup drained unsweetened crushed pineapple2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/2 pound ground pork2 slices Swiss cheese (3/4 ounce each)2 hamburger buns, splitLettuce leaves, tomato slices, sliced ripe avocado, mustard and mayonnaise, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble pork over mixture; mix well. Shape into two patties. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 3 large eggs1 cup vegetable oil2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups grated apples2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup raisins3/4 cup chopped walnutsNON-SWEET FROSTING:1 cup butter, cubed5 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup broken walnuts Preparation Beat eggs and oil together in a bowl until foamy; add sugar and vanilla and continue to beat....

Ingredients 3 large eggs1 small apple, diced3/4 cup frozen O’Brien potatoes, thawed1/3 cup 2% milk1/3 cup sour cream1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, dividedDash salt and pepper Preparation In a small bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the apple, hash browns, milk, sour cream, 3 tablespoons cheese, 1 tablespoon bacon, salt and pepper. Pour into two 2-cup baking dishes coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon....

Ingredients 1/4 cup white wine vinegar2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons chutney4 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt6 cups packed torn fresh spinach1-1/2 cups chopped apples1/2 cup golden raisins1/4 cup coarsely chopped peanuts2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion Preparation In a small bowl, whisk together the first seven ingredients. Place spinach in a large salad bowl; top with apples, raisins, peanuts and onion. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 boneless whole pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup ketchup1/3 cup honey1 tablespoon hoisin sauce1-1/2 teaspoons Chinese-style mustard1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder Preparation Sprinkle pork roast with garlic salt and pepper. Place in a shallow roasting pan lined with heavy-duty foil. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound bay scallops3 tablespoons cornstarch2 cups chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/4 cup slivered almondsHot cooked rice, optional Preparation If scallops are large, cut in half and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, chicken broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients Pastry for a single-crust pie3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/4 cup 2% milk1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup sliced green onions6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepperAssorted crackers Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Roll the pastry into a 13-1/2-in. circle. Fit into the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. springform pan. Lightly prick the bottom....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 medium banana, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped salted peanutsFROSTING:3 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in banana and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped2 large eggs1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted4 cups fresh or frozen corn1 small zucchini, chopped1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped3/4 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs1/3 cup minced fresh basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseAdditional minced fresh basil, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound boneless beef round steak, cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/2 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced2-1/4 cups water, divided1 tablespoon tomato paste1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 bay leaf2 cups cubed cooked potatoes1-1/2 cups sliced cooked carrots2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyPastry for single-crust pie (9 inches) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 3 tablespoons flour, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water1 cup beef broth4-1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon dried basil3/4 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/2 pound ground beef1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first eight ingredients....