Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup quinoa, rinsed1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork. Transfer to a bowl; cool completely....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 teaspoon sugar1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)2 large eggs1/2 cup butter, melted2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking soda Preparation Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Beat in milk, eggs and butter. In another bowl, combine flour, salt and baking soda; stir into yeast mixture just until combined. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed6 large eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegTOPPING:1 cup chopped pecans1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons maple syrup Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine bread and sausage....

Ingredients 4 cups frozen cheese ravioli1 package (16 ounces) frozen Italian vegetables, thawed1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Prepare ravioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute vegetables in oil for 3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, saute for 1 minute longer or until garlic is tender. Stir in broth. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large Gala or other apple, peeled and cubed3 garlic cloves2 tablespoons olive oil3 cups vegetable or chicken broth3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: reduced-fat sour cream and minced fresh chives Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place sweet potatoes, onion, apple and garlic cloves in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Roast until very tender, 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 8 oz. ground beef chuck 8 oz. ground pork 1 1/2 c. panko 1 large egg 1 clove garlic 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 1 tbsp. lemon zest 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Coarse salt ground pepper 1 tbsp. olive oil 4 c. homemade or store-bought tomato sauce Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine beef, pork, panko, egg, garlic, rosemary, lemon zest and juice, 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast1-3/4 cups water (70° to 75°)3-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided2 teaspoons salt1 tablespoon cornmeal or additional flour1 cup dried cranberries4 teaspoons grated orange zest Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in water. In a large bowl, mix 3-1/2 cups flour and salt. Using a rubber spatula, stir in yeast mixture to form a soft, sticky dough. Do not knead. Cover; let rise at room temperature 1 hour....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup whole milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed2 cups soft bread cubes (about 2-1/2 slices)1 tablespoon minced parsley1 small onion, minced2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon lemon juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk and soup; stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup sugar3/4 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons light corn syrup1/8 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugars, milk, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a rapid boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage)....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef sirloin steak (1-1/2 to 2 pounds)1/2 cup soy sauce1 teaspoon sugar2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon canola oil1 to 2 medium green peppers, julienned1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 cup water2 tablespoons cornstarchHot cooked rice Preparation Cut steak into 2-1/2-in. x 1/2-in. x 1/4-in. strips. In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar and garlic. Add meat; toss lightly to coat. Cover and refrigerate 3-4 hours....

Ingredients 8 cups fresh baby spinach1 jar (16 ounces) pickled whole beets, drained and cut into wedges1 small red onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup sliced radishes1 pound bacon strips, chopped1/3 cup cider vinegar3 teaspoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup crumbled goat cheese Preparation In a large bowl, toss spinach, beets, onion and radishes; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, melted1 cup whole milk1 large egg plus 2 large egg yolks1/4 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground mace1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flourAdditional melted butterPOPPY SEED FILLING:3/4 cup poppy seeds1/2 cup water1/2 cup whole milk1/4 cup raisins1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup graham cracker crumbsConfectioners’ sugar glaze, optional...

Ingredients 4 oz. yellow potatoes 1 medium egg 2 oz. scallops 1 stalk celery 1/4 c. sliced onion 1/4 c. 1% milk fat cottage cheese 1/2 tsp. mustard Juice from 1/2 lemon 1 tbsp. canola oil 3 sprig Parsley 3 sprig chives 1 sprig mint salt Pepper Preparation Step 1Place potatoes in a pot of cold salted water; bring to a boil and cook for about 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes, let cool....

Ingredients 7-1/2 cups chopped peeled tart apples5 cups fresh or frozen cranberries2/3 cup sugar1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup chopped pecans1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter, meltedVanilla ice cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples, cranberries and sugar. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, flour, pecans and salt; stir in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried great northern beans2 smoked ham hocks (about 1/2 pound each) 2 cups water1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided 2 teaspoons onion powder, divided 1 cup barbecue sauce3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce, optional Preparation Rinse and sort beans. Transfer to a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Add ham hocks, water, onion, 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1 teaspoon onion powder....

Ingredients 2-1/2 teaspoons butter1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 prebaked 12-inch thin pizza crust1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast1 cup thinly sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 cup fresh baby spinach2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add cream; cook until liquid is reduced by half, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, cubed4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped4 large eggs2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour2 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate, stir until smooth; cool for 10 minutes. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and vanilla until blended. Stir in chocolate mixture. Gradually add flour until well blended. Spread into a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup chocolate syrup2 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts Preparation In a small bowl, combine the milk and chocolate syrup; set aside. In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in chocolate mixture, marshmallows, chocolate chips and peanuts. Transfer to a freezer-proof container; cover and freeze for 5 hours or until firm....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless beef round steak (1/2 inch thick)1/4 teaspoon pepper1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauceHot cooked noodles Preparation Trim beef; cut into serving-size pieces. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with pepper. Top with the onion, mushrooms and tomato sauce. Cover and bake at 325° for 1-3/4 to 2 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon minced garlic2-1/4 cups water2 cups frozen mixed vegetables1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini2 cups diced zucchini2 tablespoons prepared pesto Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, mixed vegetables, broth, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....