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Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped12 dried apricots, halved1/2 cup water2 to 3 teaspoons harissa chili paste2 teaspoons honey1 can (14....

Ingredients 1 large tomato, chopped1 small navel orange, peeled, sectioned and chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons sliced Greek olives1 teaspoon capers, drained1 teaspoon red wine vinegar1 teaspoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon pepper6 medium leeks (white portion only), halved lengthwise, cleanedCrumbled feta cheese Preparation Combine the first 9 ingredients; set aside. Place trivet insert and 1 cup water in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Set leeks on trivet....

Ingredients 2 cans (12 ounces each) cream soda, divided1/4 teaspoon almond extract3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened raspberries4 cups vanilla ice cream, softened if necessary, dividedTOPPINGS:Whipped creamFresh blackberries and blueberries Preparation Place 1/2 cup cream soda, extract, cream cheese, raspberries and 2 cups ice cream in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Divide among six tall glasses. Top with remaining ice cream and cream soda. Garnish with whipped cream and berries....

Ingredients 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli3-1/2 cups pasta sauce2 cups small-curd 4% cottage cheese4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat the oven to 350°. Prepare ravioli according to package directions; drain. Spread 1 cup pasta sauce in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with half the ravioli, 1-1/4 cups sauce, 1 cup cottage cheese and 2 cups mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb2/3 cup water1 medium onion, finely chopped1 teaspoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1 cup ketchup2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup dark corn syrup2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small saucepan, bring rhubarb and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, or until tender, 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh carrots, cut into 1/2-inch sticks2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Place carrots in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed3 tablespoons olive oil, divided3/4 teaspoon salt, divided2 tablespoons white wine vinegar2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, toss beans with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Transfer to 2 ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Roast 30-35 minutes or until beans are tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 to 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 garlic clove, halved1 bay leaf1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1/3 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, combine the broth, rosemary, garlic and bay leaf. Add asparagus and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 can (7-1/2 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup sweet pickle relishCrackers or bread Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, salmon, cheddar cheese and pickle relish. Serve with crackers or bread.

Ingredients 1 c. plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 large egg yolks 1 large egg 1/2 tbsp. milk 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil One 6-ounce piece of Pecorino cheese salt 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 1/4 tsp. finely grated orange zest Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a food processor, pulse the flour a few times. Add the egg yolks, egg, milk and olive oil and process until a dough forms....

Ingredients 3 teaspoons active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt3 cups bread flourTOPPINGS:2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained20 fresh basil leaves, roughly torn2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano8 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugar, salt and 1 cup flour; beat until smooth....

Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 cups pizza or marinara sauce1 package (12 ounces) Hawaiian sweet rolls1 cup sliced pepperoni2/3 cup chopped ripe olives1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing Preparation Preheat oven to 375º. In a large skillet, cook green pepper and mushrooms in oil over medium-high heat until tender, 6-8 minutes. Pour in pizza sauce and stir to combine....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 egg2 to 3 drops red food coloring2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup finely crushed red-hot candiesFROSTING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons milkAdditional red-hot candies Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar. Beat in egg and food coloring. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in red-hots. Divide dough in half; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm....

Ingredients 1/2 c. all-purpose flour kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 piece pork tenderloin 1/4 c. olive oil 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 c. slivered almonds 2 peaches 2 tbsp. sherry vinegar 1/4 c. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves Preparation Step 1Put a large skillet over medium-high heat.Step 2Put the flour in a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper. Season both sides of the pork with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten2/3 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup grated onion1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon cornstarch1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in batches; drain. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine cornstarch and consomme until smooth; add to skillet....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup butter3 cups whole milk2/3 cup cornmeal1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon white pepper2 large egg yolks, beaten7 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the onion and red pepper in butter until tender. Add the milk. Bring to a boil. Gradually whisk in cornmeal; whisk constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon dried minced onion2 cups uncooked instant rice1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 jar (8 ounces) process cheese sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and onion to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes or until water is absorbed....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 teaspoons salt4 teaspoons garlic powder4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed2 teaspoons pepper1 boneless pork loin roast (2 to 3 pounds), halvedAPPLESAUCE:1/4 cup butter, cubed6 medium Golden Delicious apples, peeled and chopped (about 5 cups)1 to 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup water Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the first 5 ingredients....

Ingredients 8 eggs3/4 cup milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (7-1/2 ounces) pink salmon, drained or 1 cup smoked salmon, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a bowl, beat eggs, milk salt and pepper. Stir in salmon, cheese and parsley. In a greased skillet, cook and stir gently over medium heat until eggs are set, about 3-5 minutes.

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1 cup butter, cubed1 cup light corn syrup1/8 teaspoon salt1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 pounds whole pecans1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup milk chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 4 ingredients. Cook over medium heat until all sugar is dissolved. Gradually add milk; mix well. Continue cooking until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage)....