Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup whole milk1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)2 large eggs, separated1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the milk, mustard, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in potatoes. Stir in egg yolks until blended. Cool at room temperature for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 4 medium red potatoes, cubed1 medium onion, cubed1 medium sweet red pepper, cubed1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, dill weed and parsley flakes1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation Combine vegetables and seasonings; divide among 4 pieces of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Dot with butter. Fold foil around vegetables and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15 minutes on each side. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless round steak1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup water1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drainedHot cooked rice Preparation Cut steak into thin strips. Combine mustard, chili powder, salt, pepper and garlic in a bowl; add steak and toss to coat. Transfer to a 6-qt....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1/2 cup chopped celery2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice2 cans (14 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup dry white wine3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: Additional parsley and Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked medium shell pasta4 cups cubed cooked chicken1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, cooked and drained2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 bottle (8 ounces) ranch salad dressing1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse in cold water and drain. Cool. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, mixed vegetables, celery and onion....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1 carton (8 ounces) French onion dip1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning4 cups shredded lettuce2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups chopped tomatoesSliced ripe olives, drained, optionalTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, onion dip and taco seasoning until blended. Spread onto a 12-in. round serving platter. Top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and if desired, olives. Serve with tortilla chips....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) chicken ramen noodles1-1/2 cups frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed1/4 cup chopped celery1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed1/2 cup water1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon sugar1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Set aside seasoning packet from the noodles. In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the noodles, frozen vegetables, celery, peas and water. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until noodles and vegetables are tender, stirring once....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta6 to 8 tablespoons butter, cubed1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed3 cups cubed cooked turkey Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter. Stir in salad dressing mix until smooth. Add peas and carrots; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Drain pasta and add to skillet. Stir in turkey; cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 can (29 ounces) pear halves3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes3 tablespoons canola oil2 medium onions, chopped3 tablespoons butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ketchup2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground cloves2-3/4 cups chicken broth1/2 cup white wine or additional chicken broth1 bay leaf2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed3 tablespoons golden raisins2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust3/4 pound ground beef2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup dill pickle relish1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon5 large eggs1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseOptional: Mayonnaise, additional pickle relish, crumbled cooked bacon, chopped onion and chopped tomato Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll crust into a 9-in....

Ingredients 2 guinea hens or 2 small chickens Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 lemon 1/2 stick unsalted butter 1/2 c. water 4 clove garlic 2 plump pitted Medjool dates 1/2 c. Pinot Noir 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds 1 tbsp. minced chives 1/2 tsp. chopped thyme 1/2 c. chicken stock 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Fold the guinea hen wing tips under the wings....

Ingredients 1/4 c. whole-grain mustard 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp. minced chives 4 skin-on wild salmon fillets salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. In a small bowl, stir together the mustard, olive oil, and chives.Step 2Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and place them skin side down on the prepared baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 medium onion 4 large carrots 1 large fennel bulb 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. tomato-olive pesto 2 tbsp. pitted oil-cured black olives Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a large baking dish, toss the onion with the carrots, fennel and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast the vegetables for 20 minutes, or until crisp-tender and golden....

Ingredients Basic Simple Syrup 1/2 vanilla bean 8 c. cold water 8 rooibos tea bags 1 c. thawed 1/2 c. raspberry or mixed berry juice 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice ice cubes Preparation Step 1Prepare the Basic Simple Syrup as directed, adding the vanilla seeds and bean before bringing it to a boil. Remove from the heat and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain the syrup into a large measuring cup....

Ingredients 2 cups spring mix salad greens1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese2 slices red onion, separated into ringsDRESSING:4 teaspoons honey1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the salad greens, cheese and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked penne pasta1/4 cup pine nuts2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon butter1 large onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil16 pitted Greek olives, coarsely chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute pine nuts and garlic in butter until golden brown; set aside. In a large skillet, cook onion in oil over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently....

Ingredients 6 hard-boiled large eggs1 jar (16 ounces) garlic and dill pepperoncini1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro, divided 1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon minced sweet red pepper1/4 teaspoon chili powder Preparation Cut eggs lengthwise in half. Remove yolks, reserving whites. Mash yolks. Stir in 1 teaspoon minced garlic from the pepperoncini jar and 2 teaspoons pepperoncini juice. Add 3 tablespoons minced pepperoncini and the whole avocado; mash with a fork until smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated biscuits Preparation In a bowl, combine the brown sugar and butter; stir in the pineapple and cinnamon. Spoon into 10 greased muffin cups. Place one biscuit in each prepared cup. Bake at 425° for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecans1 cup coarsely crushed potato chipsAdditional crushed potato chips, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Stir in pecans and 1 cup potato chips. Drop by tablespoonfuls 1-1/2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs1/2 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon curry powder1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon dried thyme1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup golden raisins or raisinsHot cooked riceChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place onion, red pepper and garlic in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; top with chicken. In a small bowl, whisk broth, brown sugar and seasonings; pour over chicken....