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Ingredients 1/4 cup each reduced-sodium soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and honey1 garlic clove, minced1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (8 ounces) pineapple, chunks, drained Preparation In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, honey and garlic. Set aside 1/3 cup. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread the shrimp, green pepper and pineapple. Place kabobs in a large resealable plastic bag; pour remaining marinade over kabobs....

Ingredients 2 medium carrots, shredded1 tablespoon butter4 cups chicken or vegetable broth3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour3/4 cup sour creamPepper to taste Preparation In a large saucepan, cook carrots in butter for 4 minutes or until tender. Stir in the broth, potatoes, garlic and dill. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sugar1 cup sour cream2 large eggs, room temperature3 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups chopped peeled Granny Smith apples1-1/4 cups chopped pecans, toasted, divided1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup packed brown sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, beat sugar, sour cream, eggs and vanilla until well blended....

Ingredients 4 cups water1 large garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup butter, cubed1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped4 green onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley4 teaspoons lemon juice2 to 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for high heat. Add the first four ingredients and stir to combine; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3 medium carrots, chopped2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds)1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons white vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons water24 Bibb or Boston lettuce leavesSliced green onions, optional Preparation Combine carrots, red peppers and onion in a 6-qt. pressure cooker. Top with roast. In a small bowl combine pineapple, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic and pepper; pour over roast....

Ingredients 1 pound radishes1/2 cup water1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed light brown sugar1 tablespoon mustard seed1 teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon whole peppercorns1 to 2 bay leaves Preparation With a mandoline or vegetable peeler, cut radishes into very thin slices. Place radishes in a 1-quart jar. In a large saucepan, bring remaining ingredients to a boil. Carefully ladle hot liquid over radishes. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Ingredients 1/2 lb. sugar snap peas 1 1/2 c. quinoa 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 tbsp. white wine vinegar Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. pumpkin seeds 1/2 c. minced chives Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan of boiling salted water, simmer the peas until bright green and crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Drain and spread out on a large plate to cool, then pat dry....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup red currantsConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and orange zest. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture just until blended. Fold in currants. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 2 medium oranges1 medium lemon6 cups sugar6 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen strawberriesPinch salt1 cup raisins Preparation Finely grate orange and lemon peels; squeeze and reserve juices. In a Dutch oven, combine the peels, juices, sugar, rhubarb, strawberries and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved; add raisins. Bring to a full rolling boil; cook over medium heat until thick, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked long grain rice2-1/4 cups water2 to 3 tablespoons onion or vegetable soup mix1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups frozen corn, peas or mixed vegetables Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the rice, water, soup mix and salt; bring to a boil. Add the vegetables; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Cook until rice and vegetables are tender.

Ingredients 1 domestic goose (10 to 12 pounds)1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter3 cups chopped peeled apples2 cups raisins8 cups cubed day-old white bread2 to 3 tablespoons sugar2 eggs1/2 cup apple cider1/2 cup water Preparation Sprinkle the inside of the goose with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Prick skin well. In a skillet, saute celery and onion in butter; transfer to a bowl. Add the apples, raisins, bread, sugar and remaining salt....

Ingredients 2 pounds small red potatoes, thinly sliced1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the potatoes in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with garlic, dill, salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown, stirring every 10 minutes.

Ingredients 1 package (6-1/2 ounces) pizza crust mix1/2 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 cup pizza sauce6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Prepare pizza dough according to package directions, adding oregano before mixing. Divide into 3 portions. Pat each portion of dough into an 8-in. circle on a greased baking sheet. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Spread each crust with 1/4 cup pizza sauce to within 1/2 in....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2-3/4 cups bread flour1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 each small green, sweet red and yellow peppers, julienned1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3 tablespoons prepared pesto1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 1 slice bread1/4 cup lightly packed fresh basil2 tablespoons packed fresh parsley2-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon pine nuts1/4 teaspoon minced garlicDash saltDash coarsely ground pepper2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. For pesto, tear bread into pieces; place in a miniature food processor. Pulse until fine crumbs form. Set aside 1 tablespoon. To the remaining bread crumbs, add the basil, parsley, oil, pine nuts, garlic, salt and pepper; cover and process until finely chopped....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sour cream1/3 cup honey2 teaspoons grated lime zest3 tablespoons lime juice2 teaspoons grated fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon grated orange zest1-1/2 pounds carrots, shredded (about 5 cups)1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1-1/2 cups flaked coconut1-1/2 cups golden raisins Preparation In a large bowl, mix first 6 ingredients. Stir in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Ingredients 1 package (4.9 ounces) scalloped potatoes1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes1-1/2 cups water1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Combine the potatoes and contents of sauce mix in a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a large saucepan, bring the tomatoes, water and oregano to a boil. Pour over potatoes. Top with pepperoni. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until the potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 6 oz. bittersweet chocolate 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp. salt 1 3/4 c. sugar 4 large eggs 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 1 1/4 c. solid-pack pumpkin 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/2 c. chopped hazelnuts or other nuts Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch square baking pan or dish....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed1/4 cup mashed peeled ripe pear1 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractDash ground gingerDash ground nutmegTOPPING:1/4 cup sliced almonds1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon butter, softenedPlain Greek yogurt, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; transfer to a greased 3-cup baking dish. Cover and bake for 50 minutes. In another small bowl, combine almonds, brown sugar and butter; sprinkle over quinoa mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:1/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons 2% milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup raspberry preserves Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, coconut, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....