Ingredients 4 medium apples, chopped1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1 medium banana, peeled and sliced1 small carrot, shredded1/4 cup dried mango, chopped2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optionalDRESSING:1/4 cup brown sugar1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter Preparation In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add the banana, carrot, mango, coconut and walnuts if desired. Combine dressing ingredients; pour over apple mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 pounds beef top sirloin steaks12 cherry tomatoes1 medium red onion, sliced1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon minced garlic6 cups torn fresh spinach Preparation Grill steaks, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons canola oil4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound) 3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot or 1/2 teaspoon ground gingerToasted sesame seeds, optional Preparation In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, soy sauce and honey until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Add garlic and ginger to skillet; cook and stir 1 minute (do not allow garlic to brown)....

Ingredients 1 butternut squash 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil c. pine nuts 1 large onion 1/2 tsp. dried sage Salt and freshly ground pepper 6 c. water 2 c. coarse polenta unsalted butter 4 oz. smoked Gouda 1/4 c. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 2 tbsp. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, combined with above Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange the squash on a large oiled baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, until tender....

Ingredients 1 (8-oz.) tube crescent dough Cooking spray, for pan 24 ~2" square pieces roasted red pepper 24 1" cubes feta 1 tbsp. Fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish 1/2 medium shallot, minced Kosher salt Lemon zest, for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375° and adjust oven rack to center position. Roll out crescent dough and pinch together seams. Using a chef’s knife, cut into 24 squares; lengthwise into quarters and crosswise into sixths....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed eggplant1 medium zucchini, chopped3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1 small onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons olive oil2 large tomatoes, chopped1/4 teaspoon pepper4 medium green peppers4 ounces reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese or part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 pieces2 teaspoons minced fresh marjoram or 3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauceTOPPING:3 tablespoons panko bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon olive oil1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Place eggplant and zucchini in a large bowl; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) pork and beans2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon onion powder1 package (1 pound) hot dogs, halved lengthwise and cut into thirds Preparation In a saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. Add hot dogs; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 1 lb. broccoli rabe 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil extra-virgin olive oil 2 clove garlic 1 tsp. anchovy paste 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper 24 slice provolone cheese 6 soft hoagie, hero, or torta rolls 1 1/2 lb. leftover beef tenderloin or deli roast beef 1/4 c. Peppadew peppers Preparation Step 1Preheat a panini press or griddle. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and cook until bright green, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 beef tenderloin steaks (1-1/2 inches thick and 4 ounces each)3 teaspoons pepper, divided1/2 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing8 to 12 romaine leaves2 medium tomatoes, cut into 1-inch slices1 medium onion, sliced3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Rub steaks with 2 teaspoons pepper; place in a shallow dish. Add salad dressing and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, brush romaine, tomatoes and onion with oil....

Ingredients 4 sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean Olive oil, optional 4 tbsp. butter Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425º. On a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Rub the outsides with a small amount of olive oil if you intend to eat the skins.Step 2Bake until tender, 45 to 50 minutes.Step 3Let cool, then split the tops open with a knife and top with a pat of butter....

Ingredients 12 Hawaiian rolls 3 c. shredded rotisserie chicken 1/2 c. barbecue sauce 1/4 c. diced red onion 1/4 c. freshly chopped cilantro 3 slices cheddar 1/4 c. butter 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp. onion powder Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350º. Slice slider rolls in half and place the bottom halves in a 9”-x-13” baking dish. Step 2In a large bowl, add shredded chicken and barbecue sauce and stir to coat....

Ingredients 4 peaches, sliced thinly 4 tbsp. butter 1/3 c. brown sugar Juice of half a lemon store-bought angel food cake 1/4 c. toasted pecans 2 c. heavy cream 1/4 c. powdered sugar 1 tsp. vanilla Preparation Step 1Caramelize peaches. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peaches, brown sugar and lemon juice and sauté until the juices caramelize and the peaches soften, about 5-7 minutes.Step 2Remove from heat....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup cold butter1 large egg yolk1 to 2 tablespoons waterFILLING:1/2 cup almond paste1/4 cup butter, softened1 large egg white1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/2 cup apricot preserves Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and confectioners’ sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg yolk and water; stir until dough forms a ball. Roll into twenty-four 1-in. balls. Press onto the bottoms and up the sides of greased miniature muffin cups....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped dried apricots3/4 cup water1/2 cup sugar1 cup finely chopped pecans1 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom1/8 teaspoon ground clovesICING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a small saucepan, combine apricots, water and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces2 teaspoons ground ginger2 tablespoons canola oil3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute asparagus and ginger in oil for 2-3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Add the mushrooms, salt, sugar and pepper. Cook and stir 2-3 minutes longer or until mushrooms are tender.

Ingredients 1/2 lb. tomatillos 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/4 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. ground coriander 1/4 tsp. ground cayenne 2 scallions 1 clove garlic 1 large Jalepeno 2 tbsp. minced cilantro 1 tsp. fresh lime juice salt Freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. sour cream 2 tbsp. mayonnaise 8 slice sourdough bread 4 oz. arugula 2 haas avocados 4 oz. sliced Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Step 1Heat a medium skillet until hot to the touch....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon garlic salt1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Break spaghetti in half; cook according to package directions....

Ingredients 3/4 pound bulk pork sausage1 medium red onion, chopped1 package (14 ounces) crushed corn bread stuffing2 medium apples, peeled and chopped1 cup raisins1/2 cup butter, melted1 to 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2-1/2 to 3 cups chicken broth1 turkey (16 pounds)1 pound sliced bacon, divided Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; add the stuffing, apples, raisins, butter, poultry seasoning and pepper flakes....

Ingredients 4 uncooked manicotti shells1/2 pound ground beef1 small onion, finely chopped1/2 medium green pepper, finely chopped1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Cook manicotti according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, oregano and thyme; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/2 cup orange juice1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons white wine vinegar1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon chopped shallot1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 fresh beets (about 1/2 pound)1 bunch watercress1/4 cup walnut halves, toasted1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese Preparation For vinaigrette, place the first 8 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate 1 hour. Preheat oven to 400°....