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Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 beef flank steak (1 pound), cut into thin strips1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips2 medium zucchini, cut into thin strips1 small onion, cut into thin strips3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup fresh snow peas1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drainedHot cooked rice...

Ingredients 8 unpeeled small red potatoes8 fresh pearl onions1 tablespoon water1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces16 cherry tomatoes1 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slicesVINAIGRETTE:2/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 ounces crumbled feta cheese, optional Preparation Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook for 10-13 minutes or until tender; drain....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, well drained1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a small serving bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, oranges and pineapple. Stir in pecans just before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 1 small onion, finely chopped1 medium green pepper, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon canola oil2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained2 to 4 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno pepper2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper6 large eggs1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseFlour tortillas, warmed, optional Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in tomatoes, jalapeno and seasonings; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups self-rising flour3/4 cup milk3 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise Preparation In a large bowl, stir together all ingredients until thoroughly combined. Fill greased muffin cups half full. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.

Ingredients kosher salt 1 bunch broccoli rabe or rapini c. grated Pecorino cheese 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 clove garlic 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 3/4 lb. ground pork 1 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 lb. Brie 4 hamburger rolls Preparation Step 1Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add broccoli rabe and cook until tender and bright green, 4 to 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each), cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cubed1 cup sliced fresh carrots1 cup sliced celery1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons dried tarragon1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook pork in batches in oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 4 large sweet onions, sliced (about 8 cups)1/4 cup butter, cubed1 cup chopped dried apricots or golden raisins1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each) Preparation In large skillet, saute onions in butter for 2 minutes. Stir in the apricots, brown sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; cook until onions are tender. Place pork tenderloins on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow roasting pan; top with onion mixture....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cooked bacon strips, crumbled1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugarMaple syrup Preparation Place trivet insert and 1/2 cup water in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla until blended. Stir in bacon....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 4 pieces1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cuminDash salt1 small onion, finely chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree1 cup (8 ounces) salsa verde1/4 cup beef brothOptional: Tortillas, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa and fresh cilantro leaves Preparation Season roast with chili powder, cumin and salt. Select saute setting on a 6-qt....

Ingredients CRUST:1 cup graham cracker crumbs1 tablespoon sugar1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon saltTOPPING:2 cups sour cream2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract12 to 16 pecan halves, chopped Preparation In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-in....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1 cup seedless red grapes, halved3/4 cup sliced celery3/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup navel orange segments3/4 cup sliced firm bananas1/3 cup salted peanuts Preparation In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Fold in oranges. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, fold in bananas and sprinkle with peanuts.

Ingredients 3/4 to 1 pound ground beef or turkey1 small onion, choppedSalt and pepper to taste1 package (16 ounces) frozen Tater Tots1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted2/3 cup 2% milk or water1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased 2-qt....

Ingredients 2 small acorn squash3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1-1/2 cups water2 tablespoons soy sauce1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed2 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons honey3 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon curry powder Preparation Cut squash in half; remove seeds. Place cut side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup chili sauce1 tablespoon minced shallot1 tablespoon prepared horseradish2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients until blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1-3/4 pounds mixed tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. 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....

Ingredients 2 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds each)3/4 teaspoon saltPepper, optional4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation Cut each squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in two 13x9-in. baking dishes; add 1/2-in. water. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. Turn squash over; sprinkle with salt and pepper if desired. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy; stir in pecans....

Ingredients 1 c. semisweet chocolate chips 1 tbsp. butter 4 c. Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal 1 c. peppermint bark, crumbled 1 c. powdered sugar Preparation Step 1Place chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted. Step 2Pour Chex cereal into a gallon-sized resealable bag (you may have to do this in batches). Cover with melted chocolate and crumbled peppermint bark, then seal the bag, shaking until cereal is fully covered in chocolate....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing1/4 cup prepared pesto1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 large tomatoes, quartered and sliced 1/2-inch thick2 medium peeled and seeded cucumbers, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced Preparation Whisk salad dressing, pesto, salt and pepper. Toss with tomatoes, cucumbers and onion. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes.

Ingredients 3 cups tricolor spiral pasta, cooked and drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved2 small zucchini, sliced1 cup small pitted ripe olivesDRESSING:1/3 cup tarragon vinegar1/2 cup olive oil2 teaspoons dill weed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a large bowl, toss pasta, corn, tomatoes, zucchini and olives; set aside. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all of the dressing ingredients; cover and shake well....