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Ingredients 1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed3 large tomatoes, chopped1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 medium carrots, thinly sliced1-1/2 cups cut fresh green beans (1-inch pieces)1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced1 large sweet red or green pepper, chopped8 green onions, chopped4 cups chicken stock1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/3 cup minced fresh basil Preparation Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt....

Ingredients 2-1/3 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup 2% milk3 tablespoons butter, melted1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh chivesEGGS:6 large eggs2 tablespoons 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto or deli ham, cut into strips2 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a bowl, combine biscuit mix, milk, melted butter and chives; mix just until moistened. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 8-10 times....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 cup steel-cut oats3 tablespoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt3 cups water1-1/2 cups 2% milkOptional toppings: Toasted chopped pecans, ground cinnamon, and additional brown sugar and milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients; stir in water and milk. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until oats are tender, stirring once....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1 egg1/2 teaspoon salt4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup seedless raspberry jamEGG WASH:1 egg2 tablespoons waterGLAZE:1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 3 teaspoons water Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, butter, sugar, egg, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/3 cups sugar, divided 2 large eggs, separated2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar1/2 cup ground almonds1 cup seedless raspberry or apricot preserves Preparation Cream butter, gradually adding 2/3 cup sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape dough into a ball; cover and refrigerate until firm, 30-45 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/4 cup quick-cooking tapioca4 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb1 cup fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries2 tablespoons lemon juicePastry for double-crust pie (9 inches) Preparation In a large bowl, combine sugar and tapioca. Gently stir in rhubarb, raspberries and lemon juice. Let stand at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour to soften tapioca; stir gently several times. Preheat oven to 375°. Line a pie plate with bottom crust....

Ingredients 1 large tomato, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper12 sea scallops (2 ounces each)Hot cooked rice, optional Preparation In an ungreased 3-qt. baking dish, combine the first seven ingredients. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10 minutes or until bubbly. Stir in scallops. Bake 15 minutes longer or until scallops are firm and opaque. Serve with rice if desired.

Ingredients 3 cups cubed (1-inch pieces) fresh or frozen rhubarb (about 8 stalks)3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup water1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegCAKE:3 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs2/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon lemon extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 6-8 minutes or until rhubarb is crisp-tender, stirring to dissolve sugar....

Ingredients 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion 1 carrot 4 oz. thinly sliced pancetta 1 bunch basil 1 lb. boneless lamb shoulder salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 c. dry white wine 1 1/2 c. basic tomato sauce 1 1/4 lb. eggless pasta dough Semolina or cornmeal, for dusting 2 tbsp. salt Preparation Step 1In a 10- to 12-inch deep sauté pan, heat the olive oil over high heat until almost smoking....

Ingredients 1 cup cooked long grain rice1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractMaraschino cherries and fresh mint, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the rice and pineapple; set aside. In a small bowl, beat cream, sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Fold into rice mixture. Cover and chill until serving. Garnish with cherries and mint if desired.

Ingredients 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 4 lb. country-style pork ribs sea salt and freshly ground pepper 8 clove garlic 2 jar Italian tomato puree (passato di pomodoro) 1/2 c. pickled chilies basil leaves Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil, and heat for 1 minute. Meanwhile, season ribs with salt and pepper. Add ribs, working in batches (don’t crowd), and brown on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 1/2 stick cold unsalted butter 1 large onion 1 tbsp. poppy seeds kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1 c. coarsely shredded Gruyère cheese 2 c. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 1 c. buttermilk Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Butter a 9- by 4 1/2-inch metal loaf pan. In a large skillet, melt the 1/2 stick of uncubed butter; pour 2 tablespoons of the melted butter into a small bowl, and reserve....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1-1/2 teaspoons salt or salt-free seasoning blend, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks4 medium carrots, cut into chunks1 large onion, cut into chunks1/2 cup water1/2 cup ketchup1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon dried basil Preparation In a bowl, combine the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a skillet over medium heat, brown meatballs on all sides; drain....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh broccoli florets1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3/4 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing1-1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes Preparation In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, onion, water chestnuts and mushrooms. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Add tomatoes; gently toss.

Ingredients 1/2 c. red quinoa 6 large poblano chiles 2 ear corn extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. walnuts 3 scallions 2 tbsp. Chopped cilantro 1/4 c. finely diced fresh mozzarella salt Freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 c. Grilled Romesco Sauce Preparation Step 1In a saucepan, combine the quinoa with 1 cup of water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until the quinoa is tender, 18 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes; uncover and let cool....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 jar (8 ounces) picante sauce2 cups cooked rice1 cup sour cream2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, dividedCorn or tortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Stir in the rice, sour cream and 1 cup of cheese. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk1 cup heavy whipping cream5 cups frozen gold and white corn, thawed1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/4 cup grated Romano cheese2 ounces cream cheese, cubed5 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup orange juice1 cup finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1/2 small navel orange, peeled and pureedSCONES:3 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup cold butter1 large egg, beaten1 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup ricotta cheese2 teaspoons grated orange zestTOPPING:2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and orange juice until smooth....

Ingredients 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced2 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/4 teaspoon saltDash coarsely ground pepper2 cups frozen green beans Preparation In a saucepan, saute onion in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. stir in the water, rosemary, salt and pepper. bring to a boil. Add beans and return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-10 minutes or until the beans are tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup port wine or 2 tablespoons grape juice plus 2 tablespoons chicken broth1/2 cup dried cherries1 large tart apple, peeled, finely chopped1 tablespoon lemon juice1 pound bulk sage pork sausage1 medium onion, chopped2 celery ribs, sliced2 tablespoons olive oil3 cups chicken broth1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup butter, cubed1 package (12 ounces) seasoned stuffing cubes1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh sage Additional thinly sliced fresh sage, optional...