Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 envelope taco seasoning3/4 cup water1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup uncooked instant rice1 can (16 ounces) refried beansShredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients c. pine nuts 5 tbsp. Wine vinegar 1 clove garlic 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 2 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 9 tbsp. olive oil 2 c. RICE 1 lb. asparagus 1 lb. boneless chicken thighs (about 6) 1 large tomato 1/2 c. Chopped red onion Preparation Step 1In a small frying pan, toast the pine nuts over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta1 pound bulk Italian sausage4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup tomato paste1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 cups frozen peas1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup crumbled goat or feta cheeseThinly sliced fresh basil, optional Preparation Cook rigatoni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate1 tablespoon grated orange zest2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltCHOCOLATE FROSTING:1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted1 tablespoon whole milk1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, concentrate and orange zest. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained4 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches), stems removed1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces8 ounces cherry tomatoes Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Toss chickpeas with 2 tablespoons oil mixture....

Ingredients 1 bacon strip, diced1 medium potato, peeled and cubed1/2 medium carrot, sliced1/2 cup water2 tablespoons chopped celery2 tablespoons chopped onion1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 teaspoons butter Preparation In a small saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain. In the same pan, combine the potato, carrot, water, celery, onion, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup canola oil1 cup sugar1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix or instant pudding mix of your choice4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, oil and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla and dry pudding mix. Combine the flour, cream of tartar and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1/3 cup apricot spreadable fruit1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1 bottle (64 ounces) apple cider or unsweetened apple juice Preparation Place pumpkin, spreadable fruit, brown sugar and pie spice in a blender; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a pitcher; stir in cider until combined. Serve hot or chilled.

Ingredients 2 cups whole milk2 tablespoons canned pumpkin2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 cup hot brewed espressoOptional: Whipped cream, pumpkin pie spice and ground nutmeg Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the milk, pumpkin and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until steaming. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and pie spice. Transfer to a blender; cover and process for 15 seconds or until foamy....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen mango chunks, slightly thawed 1/2 cup passion fruit juice 2 tablespoons sugar Preparation Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Serve immediately. If desired, for a firmer texture, cover and freeze at least 3 hours.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large egg yolks2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup coarsely ground pecans1 cup raspberry jam Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Gradually add flour and mix well. Stir in the pecans. Spread half into a lightly greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Top with jam. Drop remaining dough by teaspoonfuls over jam. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until top is golden brown....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1 cup canola oil1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed1 teaspoon poppy seeds Preparation In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, salt and mustard. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Add raspberries; cover and process until blended. Stir in poppy seeds. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter, softened2 slices white bread2 ounces sliced deli corned beef3 to 4 tablespoons sauerkraut1 to 2 slices Swiss cheese Preparation Spread butter over bread slices; place 1 slice in a greased sandwich iron, buttered side down. Top with corned beef, sauerkraut, cheese and remaining bread slice, buttered side up. Close iron. Cook over a hot campfire until golden brown and cheese has melted, turning occasionally, 5-7 minutes.

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. green beans, trimmed 1 medium red onion, sliced into rings 8 oz. cremini mushrooms, sliced 8 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 c. fresh bread crumbs or panko bread crumbs 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan Juice and zest of 1 lemon Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425°. On two rimmed baking sheets, arrange green beans, onions, and mushrooms....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon grated onion1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 lamb loin chops (1 pound) Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first eight ingredients. Remove 3 tablespoons for basting; refrigerate. Add lamb chops to the remaining marinade and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chops, covered, over medium-hot heat for 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3 eggs4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 medium tomatoes, diced1/4 cup each diced green, sweet red and yellow pepper1/4 cup diced red onion2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 tablespoon minced fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon sugar3/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thymeDash hot pepper sauce1 large ripe avocado Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients....

Ingredients 1/2 cup honey1/2 cup olive oil1 tablespoon dried thyme1 teaspoon garlic salt6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first 4 ingredients; cook and stir over low heat. Bring to a boil (mixture will foam). Remove from the heat; cool. Pour into a large shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over low heat for 5-8 minutes a side or until a thermometer reads 165°....

Ingredients 1 bone-in pork loin roast (5 pounds)3 garlic cloves, sliced3 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon dried thyme6 medium potatoes, peeled1/2 teaspoon saltONION MUSHROOM GRAVY:1 cup water1 cup beef broth2 medium onions, sliced1-1/4 cups chopped fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut slits in top of roast; insert garlic slices. Combine the oil, paprika, pepper and thyme; rub over roast....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts2 jars (16 ounces each) black bean and corn salsa1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 package (12 ounces) tortilla chips2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend Optional toppings: Minced fresh cilantro, pickled jalapeno slices and sour cream Preparation Place chicken, salsa and peppers in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure cook on high for 7 minutes....