Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed1 tablespoon chopped shallot2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Toss together all ingredients; spread in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast until peas are crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes, stirring once.

Ingredients 6 medium red potatoes, cut into wedges3 tablespoons olive oil, divided6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)3 sweet Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), cut in half lengthwise1 large onion, cut into wedges1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 425°....

Ingredients 4 large egg whites2 cups chopped fresh broccoli florets1/4 cup water2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 cup fat-free milk2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 large egg yolk, beaten1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Preparation Let egg whites stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Grease a 1-1/2-qt. souffle dish; dust lightly with flour. Preheat oven to 350°. Microwave broccoli and water, covered, on high until broccoli is tender, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/8-inch slices1 medium acorn squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/8-inch slices2 tablespoons water1/4 cup olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup ground pecans6 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine squash and water....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened3 cups sugar5 eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 package (12 ounces) chocolate-covered peppermint patties Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Spread about two-thirds of the batter in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/2 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef1 tablespoon prepared Italian salad dressing1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Unroll crescent roll dough into one long rectangle; seal perforations. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple3 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon vinegar1 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon ground ginger8 cups assorted vegetables (lettuce, red onion, carrots, sweet red pepper and broccoli)Salted peanuts, optional Preparation Sprinkle chicken with lemon-pepper. Grill over medium-hot heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 15-18 minutes or until juices run clear, turning once....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks2 cups diced peeled potatoes1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided1 medium onion, sliced1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon soy sauce Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, potatoes, 3/4 cup coconut and onion. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish; set aside. In a small saucepan, whisk the brown sugar, flour, salt, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce and reserved pineapple juice until smooth....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed6 tablespoons coarsely chopped pistachios3/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup orange juice2 teaspoons grated orange zestDash pepper Preparation In a saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Place asparagus in a steamer basket over water; cover and steam for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Place asparagus on a serving platter and keep warm. In a skillet over medium heat, cook pistachios in butter for 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1/3 cup plum sauce1 tablespoon rice vinegar1/2 teaspoon sesame oil2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1/2 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup salted cashews2 medium fresh plums, sliced12 Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the pineapple, plum sauce, vinegar and oil. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir in the chicken, green onions and cashews; heat through....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed peeled potatoes (about 2-1/2 pounds)1 pound smoked Polish sausage or smoked kielbasa, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup julienned sweet yellow pepper1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the potatoes, sausage, onion, peppers and Cajun seasoning in oil and butter for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup sugar divided1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 egg, beaten3-3/4 to 4 cups all-purpose flourMelted butterPoppy seeds Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Beat in milk, shortening, salt, egg and remaining sugar. Add enough flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits1 pork tenderloin (1-1/4 pounds)3 tablespoons brown sugar, divided2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/3 cup finely chopped sweet red or green pepper1/4 cup chopped green onions1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Set aside 1 cup of pineapple (save remaining pineapple for another use). Place the pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan....

Ingredients 5 cups thinly sliced halved onions4 fresh thyme sprigs3 tablespoons butter, divided1-1/2 pounds sliced baby portobello mushrooms3 tablespoons brandy, optional3 garlic cloves, minced8 cups vegetable broth1 cup white wine or additional vegetable broth1/4 teaspoon pepper13 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)13 slices provolone cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onions and thyme in 1 tablespoon butter until onions are tender, about 8 minutes. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, over low heat for 20 minutes or until onions are golden brown, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 celery rib, thinly sliced1/3 cup finely chopped onion1/3 cup sweet pickle relish3/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon celery seed1/8 teaspoon pepper2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1/8 teaspoon paprika Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, celery, onion and relish....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup half-and-half cream3 tablespoons butter1-1/4 cups chopped pecans1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 sheet refrigerated pie pastryFILLING:1-3/4 cups mashed sweet potatoes3 large egg yolks1 cup sugar1/2 cup whole milk1/2 cup half-and-half cream6 tablespoons butter, softened2 teaspoons lemon extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmegWhipped cream Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with waxed paper; set aside. For praline crumbles, in a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, brown sugar, cream and butter....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt4 large eggs1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 cup canola oilCARAMEL SAUCE:1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flourDash salt1-1/4 cups water2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, pumpkin and oil until smooth; add to the dry ingredients....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup vegetable oil7 ounces lemon-lime soda Preparation In a bowl, combine the baking mix, eggs and oil. Add soda and mix well. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown.

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin1 cup applesauce1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecansMayonnaise, optional Preparation Drain pineapple and raspberries, reserving juices. Place fruit in a large bowl; set aside. Add enough water to the juice to measure 1 cup. Pour into a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Pour over fruit mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup canola oil1/2 cup white vinegar1/4 cup honey1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard8 cups shredded red cabbage Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine oil, vinegar, honey, salt and mustard; shake well. Place cabbage in a large bowl; add dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.