Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/3 cup frozen peas1/3 cup cubed cheddar cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons chopped celery1 teaspoon finely chopped onion1 teaspoon diced pimientos1 teaspoon finely chopped green pepper1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding peas during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir in macaroni and peas. Chill until serving.

Ingredients 1/4 c. slivered almonds 1/2 c. quinoa 4 tsp. olive oil 1 yellow bell pepper 2 clove garlic 2 scallions tsp. red-pepper flakes 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme 1/4 tsp. Coarse salt 1 medium zucchini 1 stalk celery 1 lime Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Toast almonds until crisp, lightly browned, and fragrant, about 7 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside. Meanwhile, place quinoa in a fine sieve and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear; drain well....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 can (28 ounces) baked beans1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1/4 cup barbecue sauce2 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon prepared mustard3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheeseOptional: Sliced green onions and sour cream7 cups tortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; crumble beef; drain. Stir in the baked beans, corn, barbecue sauce, ketchup and mustard; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese; cook until melted....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free raspberry gelatin1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed1 tablespoon sugar Preparation Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Fold in extracts. Spoon two-thirds of the batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Add gelatin powder to remaining batter; drop by tablespoonfuls over batter in pan. Cut through with a knife to swirl....

Ingredients 1 c. butter 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 3/4 c. chopped dates 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. grated orange rind 1 1/2 c. Kellogg’s * Rice Krispies * cereal Preparation Step 1In large bowl, with electric mixer, beat butter and sugars until fluffy....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup uncooked instant rice2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 cup water1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceOptional: Hot cooked rice and chopped fresh parsley Preparation In a bowl, combine egg, rice, onion, parsley, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in....

Ingredients 5 cups cubed peeled butternut squash1/2 pound fingerling potatoes (about 2 cups)1 cup fresh Brussels sprouts, halved1 cup fresh baby carrots3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon minced fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place vegetables in a large bowl. In a microwave, melt butter; stir in remaining ingredients. Add to vegetables and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds fresh beets (about 8 medium)2 medium apples, peeled and chopped1 cup chopped fresh kale1 cup chopped red cabbage1 cup shredded carrots1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup olive oil2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon curry powder1/8 teaspoon each ground ginger, garlic powder and pepper Preparation Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30-60 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 large navel orange1 medium lemon2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon capers, drained and coarsely chopped1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided 1 medium mango, peeled and chopped1 green onion, thinly sliced4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) 1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation For salsa, finely grate enough peel from orange to measure 2 teaspoons; finely grate enough peel from lemon to measure 1/2 teaspoon....

Ingredients 1 lb. flank steak 1/4 c. plus 1 teaspoon cooking oil 3/4 tsp. chili powder 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 c. crushed pineapple 1/2 jalapeño pepper with seeds 1 small red onion 1 tbsp. lime juice 1/4 c. chopped cilantro or parsley 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 lb. penne Preparation Step 1Heat the broiler. Rub the flank steak with the 1 teaspoon oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt....

Ingredients 16 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)1 log (11 ounces) fresh goat cheese, cut into 16 slices3 tablespoons prepared pesto Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place bread slices on a baking sheet; top with cheese. Bake until cheese begins to brown and bread is toasted, 10-12 minutes. Top with pesto. Serve warm.

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped green onions3/4 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon2/3 cup butter, melted12 sheets sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)Salt and pepper to taste2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the onions, mayonnaise, lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves and tarragon; set aside. in another small bowl, combine the butter and remaining garlic....

Ingredients 51 uncooked jumbo pasta shells3 packages (24 ounces each) refrigerated mashed potatoes2 tablespoons dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup chopped green onions Preparation Cook pasta shells according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place mashed potatoes in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes, stirring once. Add the minced onion, onion powder and garlic powder....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple3 cups cubed day-old bread (1/2-inch cubes), crusts removed1 celery rib, chopped1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut2/3 cup butter, melted, divided1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning2 tablespoons steak sauce2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons brown sugar1 cup cold water1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt inside hens; set aside. Drain pineapple, reserving juice. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, bread cubes, celery and coconut....

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon aniseed1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese6 hamburger buns, split6 lettuce leaves6 tomato slices Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture; mix well. Shape into six patties. Place on broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 6 in. from heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces3/4 pound honey-mustard center cut pork loin fillet, cut into 1/2-inch strips2 teaspoons olive oilDRESSING:1/2 cup olive oil4-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions, stirring in red pepper during the last 6 minutes and asparagus during the last 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1/4 cup shortening3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract, optional4 cups ground or finely chopped walnuts1/3 to 1/2 cup 2% milkGLAZE (optional):2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk...

Ingredients 4 large eggs, room temperature1-2/3 cups sugar1 cup canola oil1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon saltICING:6 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil and pumpkin until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to pumpkin mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup whole unblanched almonds1/4 cup canola oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup chicken broth3 tablespoons soy sauce2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon ground ginger1 package (14 ounces) frozen sugar snap peasHot cooked pasta or rice Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook almonds in oil for 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, honey and ginger until smooth; add to chicken mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt11 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 jar (18 ounces) red raspberry preserves1/3 cup chopped slivered almonds Preparation In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Press three-fourths of the mixture into a greased 13-in....