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Ingredients 4 flour tortillas (8 inches)Refrigerated butter-flavored spray1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground coriander1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 can (16 ounces) vegetarian refried beans1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 large tomato, chopped4 green onions, chopped1/2 cup salsa Preparation Spritz one side of each tortilla with refrigerated butter-flavored spray. Combine the cumin, coriander, chili powder and cayenne; sprinkle over tortillas. Cut each into 12 wedges. Place in a single layer in ungreased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients SAUCE:1-1/2 cups sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups water1/3 cup butter1 teaspoon vanilla extractRed food coloring, optionalDOUGH:2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2-1/2 tablespoons cold butter3/4 cup 2% milkFILLING:2 tablespoons butter, softened2 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt. Stir in water; add butter. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute....

Ingredients 4 c. leftover Leek, Bacon, and Pea Risotto 2 oz. fresh mozzarella all-purpose flour 2 pt. cherry or grape tomatoes 4 sprig thyme 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and ground pepper c. vegetable oil 2 bunch arugula Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Form risotto into 8 balls. Press a cube of cheese into center of each ball and flatten risotto into 1/2-inch-thick patties (make sure cheese is covered)....

Ingredients 2 large potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoningCHICKEN:4 bone-in chicken thighs4 chicken drumsticks1 tablespoon hot water2 teaspoons butter1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Cut each potato lengthwise into 12 wedges; toss with oil and steak seasoning. Arrange in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast on a lower oven rack 30-35 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1/2 cup white wine vinegar1/2 cup olive oil12 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro3 tablespoons kosher salt3 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons dried oregano2 tablespoons whole peppercorns1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)10 cups water Preparation In a food processor, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and process until combined. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add the pork. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 envelope brown gravy mix2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar2-1/2 cups cold water, divided1 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 bay leaves2-1/2 pounds beef top round steak, cut into 3-inch x 1/2-inch strips2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup cornstarch10 cups hot cooked egg noodles Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the gravy mix, brown sugar, 2 cups water, onion, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and bay leaves....

Ingredients 1 bone-in leg of lamb (4 to 5 pounds)Salt and pepper to taste2 cans (15 ounces each) plums, pitted2 garlic cloves1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried basil Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place lamb on a rack in a shallow baking pan, fat side up. Season with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1/4 cup honey1/4 cup thawed limeade concentrate2 teaspoons poppy seeds1 cup halved fresh strawberries1 cup cubed fresh pineapple1 cup fresh blueberries1 cup cubed seedless watermelon1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine the honey, limeade concentrate and poppy seeds. In a serving bowl, combine the fruit. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with the almonds. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 2 cans (14 ounces each) sauerkraut, undrained1 cup thinly sliced onion2 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced1/2 cup dark corn syrup2 bay leaves1 teaspoon caraway seeds1/2 teaspoon pepper3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks6 bone-in pork loin chops ( 7 ounces each) Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sauerkraut, onion, apples, corn syrup, bay leaves, caraway and pepper. Spoon half into a 5-qt. slow cooker; top with potatoes....

Ingredients CRUST:3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup shortening5 to 6 tablespoons cold water1 egg1 tablespoon vinegarFILLING:1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots1/4 cup thinly sliced celery1/4 cup chopped onion1 cup water2 cups diced cooked pork3/4 cup pork gravy1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed, optional1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperHalf-and-half cream, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine 5 tablespoons water egg and vinegar; sprinkle over dry ingredients, 1 tablespoon at a time....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds), halved1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil1 large sweet red pepper, sliced1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk3/4 cup beef stock1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup red curry paste2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 pound fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroHot cooked brown or white riceOptional toppings: thinly sliced green onions, chopped unsalted peanuts, hot sauce and lime wedges...

Ingredients 2 cups assorted dried beans for soup1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes, undrained2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 large Yukon Gold potato, peeled and chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 cup chopped carrot1 celery rib, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons herbes de Provence1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper1 carton (32 ounces) unsalted chicken stockFrench bread Preparation Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust deep-dish pie (9 inches)2 large eggs1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup canned pumpkin2/3 cup whole milkPECAN TOPPING:2 large eggs1/2 cup dark corn syrup2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons molasses1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped pecans1 cup pecan halves Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup white baking chips1 cup dried cranberries1 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (reserved from Stuffed Noodle Soup) Coarse salt 1 small head radicchio 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 shallots 8 oz. shiitake mushrooms 1 chicken liver (reserved from Stuffed Noodle Soup), finely chopped 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh sage Freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. marsala wine 1/4 c. freshly shredded mozzarella cheese 10 cipollini or pearl onions 1/4 c. chicken stock (reserved from Stuffed Noodle Soup)...

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup boiling water1/2 cup golden raisins3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes....

Ingredients Vegetable oil cooking spray 8 tbsp. unsalted butter c. honey 2 c. sliced blanched almonds (6 1/2 ounces) 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/4 c. sifted confectioners’ sugar 3/4 c. sifted cake flour (not self-rising) 1/2 tsp. salt 5 large egg whites 1 c. raspberries (fresh or frozen) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat mini muffin tins with cooking spray.Step 2Heat butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until golden brown, 6 to 7 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon honey1-1/2 teaspoons salt2-1/2 to 3 cups bread flourFILLING:1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped4 ounces sliced pepperoni1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese3/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons honey1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon pizza or Italian seasoning1 teaspoon dried oregano1 tablespoon olive oil...

Ingredients 1/4 cup red wine vinegar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons sesame oil2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce1/2 cup grapeseed or canola oilSALAD:2 heads Boston or Bibb lettuce, torn1 head red leaf lettuce1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned2 celery ribs, sliced1 cup sliced English cucumber1 cup frozen peas, thawed1 cup grape tomatoes, halved1 cup sliced almonds, toasted...

Ingredients 1 package red velvet cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix3 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chipsICING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk16 half-pint jars Preparation Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions, adding pudding mix before mixing batter, and folding 1 cup chocolate chips into prepared batter. Transfer to prepared pan....