Ingredients 4 oz. thick-sliced bacon, sliced into ½” pieces Kosher salt 10 oz. dried pasta, such as trumpet, fusilli, or rotini Extra-virgin olive oil 8 oz. cremini mushrooms, cut into 1/4" thick slices 1 large shallot, roughly chopped 3 cloves garlic, divided, 2 sliced, 1 chopped 4 tsp. thyme leaves and tender stems, chopped 1/2 c. white wine 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 7 oz. triple cream brie or bloomy rind cheese, top rind sliced off, with some rim remaining...

Ingredients 2 (15.5-oz.) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. sour cream 1 jalapeño, chopped 2 cloves garlic 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. chili powder Juice of 1/2 lime 1/2 c. crumbled queso fresco 1 c. shredded pepper jack 1/2 c. shredded cheddar 1 c. cherry tomatoes, quartered 1 jalapeño, sliced 1/2 red onion, diced 1/4 c. crumbled queso fresco Freshly chopped cilantro...

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 envelope (1-1/4 ounces) taco seasoning3/4 cup water1 bottle (15 ounces) mild green taco sauce9 flour tortillas (6 inches)2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 can (16 ounces) refried beans2 cups sour cream4 green onions, chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedOptional: Chopped tomatoes and chopped avocados Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1 small onion, chopped6 green onions, thinly sliced1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream6 large eggs1/4 teaspoon pepperChopped fresh parsleyOptional: Salsa and additional sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage, onion and green onions over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and onions are tender, 6-8 minutes, crumbling sausage; drain....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 3/4 cup butter, softened, divided2 teaspoons confectioners’ sugar1 cup slivered almonds1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup sour cream1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 cup cake flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 cup lemon juiceTOPPING:1 cup each frozen unsweetened raspberries, strawberries and blueberries1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar Preparation Grease the bottom and sides of a 9-in. round baking pan with 1 teaspoon butter. Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained 1/4 cup dry red wine or beef broth3 tablespoons tomato paste2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon cider vinegar3/4 teaspoon dried basil1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thymeZUCCHINI NOODLES:2 large zucchini1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon saltChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef with onion and garlic over medium-high heat until no longer pink; crumble beef; 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup cherry pie filling4 teaspoons cider vinegar4 teaspoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts1/2 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1-1/2 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a large saucepan, combine pie filling, vinegar, brown sugar and ginger. Cook over medium heat until filling is hot and bubbly. Add the green pepper, water chestnuts and shrimp. Cook over medium heat 4-5 minutes longer or until shrimp are heated through (do not over cook)....

Ingredients 4 quarts water1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta3/4 cup julienned carrots1/3 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter3 tablespoons rice vinegar3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, chopped Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring the water to a boil. Add asparagus and pasta; cook for 3 minutes. Stir in carrots; cook for 1 minute or until pasta is tender....

Ingredients 6 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed4 large eggsDash saltDash pepper1/2 cup diced plum tomatoes2 tablespoons butter, divided1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup provolone cheese, shredded Preparation Place asparagus in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup 2% milk1 large egg1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour24 asparagus spears, cooked and drainedSAUCE:2 large egg yolks1/4 cup water1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon saltDash cayenne pepperPaprika Preparation For batter, combine milk and egg in a blender; cover and process until blended. Add flour; cover and process until blended. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350°. Heat a lightly greased 8-in. skillet over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 pound dried lima beans1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups water1 cup packed brown sugar1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine beans and remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until beans are tender, 6-8 hours....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry6 green onions, chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning, divided1 large tomato, chopped1 cup fat-free plain yogurt1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise6 pita breads (6 inches), halved12 lettuce leaves1 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the spinach, onions, olives and 1 teaspoon lemon pepper; heat through....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) fully cooked smoked bratwurst links, sliced2-1/4 cups frozen pepper and onion stir-fry blend3 cups shredded cheddar cheese2-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced3/4 cup beer or beef broth12 cups tortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet, saute bratwurst for 1 minute. Add stir-fry blend; cook 3-5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Set aside and keep warm. In a large bowl, combine cheese and flour....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dough 1 lb. pizza dough, at room temperature 2 tbsp. barbecue sauce, plus more for drizzling 1/2 c. shredded cheddar 1/2 c. shredded fontina 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced Ranch dressing, for drizzling Freshly chopped chives, for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 500°....

Ingredients 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. fresh sage leaves 2 bay leaves 2 acorn squash 3/4 tsp. kosher salt 3/4 tsp. ground black pepper 1/4 c. sherry vinegar 1 c. ricotta Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a roasting pan, combine 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon butter, sage stems, and bay leaves. Season cut sides of squash halves with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and place in a pan, cut sides up, evenly spaced....

Ingredients 1/4 c. cold unsalted butter 1/2 c. packed light-brown sugar 1/2 c. toasted pecans 1/4 c. old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. Coarse salt 1/2 c. cold unsalted butter 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. packed light-brown sugar 4 large eggs 1 c. sour cream 2 Winesap or Granny Smith apples 1 c....

Ingredients 1 medium apple, peeled and chopped1 medium ripe pear, peeled and chopped1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon apple pie spiceTOPPING:1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon apple pie spice1/3 cup old-fashioned oats2 tablespoons chopped pecans Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Divide between two greased 8-oz. ramekins. In a small bowl, combine the flour, butter, brown sugar and pie spice; stir in oats and pecans....

Ingredients 4 medium apples, peeled and quartered4 teaspoons sugar1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preparation Thread apples on 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Lightly spray with cooking spray. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until golden. Turn; cook 8-10 minutes longer or until golden and tender. Serve warm.

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast2 cups fresh broccoli florets1-1/2 cups fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved1 can (8 ounces) bamboo shoots1 small sweet red pepper, chopped3 tablespoons rice vinegar3 tablespoons peanut oil3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons sesame oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, broccoli, peas, bamboo shoots and red pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 cups grape tomatoes, halved1/4 cup minced fresh basil3 green onions, chopped3 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick), toasted1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add the asparagus; cover and boil for 2-4 minutes....