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Ingredients 1 head white cauliflower, cut into small florets. 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets. 1/2 pound brussels sprouts, halved. 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into rounds about 1/2-inch thick. 1 parsnip, peeled and cubed 2 leeks, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices. (Discard leaves). 1 white or yellow onion, cut into medium-thick slices. 3 tablespoons olive oil Coarse salt and freshly-ground pepper Dressing: 1/2 cup white balsalmic vinigrette....

Ingredients 1 clove garlic, chopped 1/2 t coarse salt 1 t Dijon mustard 1 T lemon juice 2 t red wine vinegar 1 t Hungarian sweet pepper 1/2 t chopped fresh rosemary 1/3 cup olive oil 1 1/2 small potaotes Preparation (Modified for ease) Place first 7 ingrediants in bowl of food processor and chop. Add oil in stream until incorporated. Set aside. Quarter potatoes and place in covered microwave safe container....

Ingredients Orange Sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 4 tablespoons orange marmalade 2 tablespoons grated ginger 1 chili pepper, seeded, minced 3 tablespoons Grand Marnier or orange liqueur 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2/3 cup fresh orange juice 4 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 drops hot sauce 6 cloves garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salmon Cakes 1/2 cup onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 chili pepper, seeded, minced...

Ingredients 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup chopped kelamata olives 1 cup halved grape tomatoes 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper Preparation Saute onion and garlic in 1 Tbsp hot oil in a saucepan over medium heat 2 minutes or until slightly softened....

Ingredients Ingredients 4 cm piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped 5-6 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped 6 tbsp vegetable oil 3 bay leaves 5 cm cinnamon stick 8 cardamom pods, crushed in a pestle and mortar 4 cloves ¼ tsp black cumin seeds (or regular cumin seeds) 130g/4½oz onions, peeled and finely chopped 1 tbsp ground coriander 1 tbsp ground cumin 3 tinned plum tomatoes, chopped 1.5 kg/3lb 5oz chicken pieces, skinned and cut into serving portions...

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for brushing 3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar Coarse salt 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter 2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, divided 9 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (2 cups) Preparation Brush a 8-by-8-inch baking dish with butter, and line with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on long sides. Brush parchment with butter. Heat 1/2 cup condensed milk, 4 tablespoons butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring, until melted, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients Coarse salt 1 package fresh mushroom or chicken prosciutto or spinach filled tortellini (recommended: Contadina or Buitoni brands) available on dairy aisle in most markets 1/2 pound fresh baby spinach 1 (15-ounce) can baby artichoke hearts in water, drained and chopped 1 red roasted pepper, drained and chopped 1/2 small red onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, cracked from skin 1 lemon, zested 2 teaspoons lemon juice, the juice of 1 wedge...

Ingredients 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count) 2 firm ripe pears, peeled, cored and coarsely chopped 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon sugar 1 package (10 oz) frozen raspberries in syrup, thawed 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon cornstarch Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. In medium bowl, gently mix pears, raisins and brown sugar. Remove crusts from pouches; place flat on cutting board....

Ingredients 2 cups raw cashews soaked for 2 hours 1 cup filtered water 3 large really ripe organic bananas 1/4 cup agave or “Just Like Sugar” 1 Tbsp natural vanilla extract pinch of Celtic sea salt Preparation Throw everything in the blender and keep tweaking until you are satisfied with your blend. Transfer to an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Enjoy straight of the machine, or freeze to firm up and serve....

Ingredients •Ice cubes •1 ounce raspberry liqueur •1/2 ounce orange liqueur •1/2 ounce pomegranate juice •3 fresh raspberries •1/2 cup chilled Champagne Preparation •Fill a mixing glass or tumbler one-third full with ice. Add the raspberry liqueur, orange liqueur and pomegranate juice; stir until condensation forms on outside of glass. • Place raspberries in a chilled champagne flute or cocktail glass; strain liqueur mixture into glass. Top with Champagne. Related Video

Ingredients 1½ pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined ½ cup oil 1 egg, beaten 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup milk ¾ tsp. seasoned salt ¼ tsp. salt Oil for deep frying Preparation Preheat oil to 350 degrees. Combine ½ cup oil and egg; beat well. Add remaining ingredients except oil for frying and stir until well blended. Dip shrimp into batter to coat. Drop shrimp into hot oil and fry for 30-60 seconds or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1/4 cup tahini 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Kosher salt 1 clove garlic 1 can (14 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 can (14 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (14 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus wedges for serving 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling...

Ingredients -2/3 milk -1 cup semisweet chocolate chips -1/4 cup cold water -2 tablespoons cornstarch -1 (14-oz.) can sweeted condensed milk(can use low fat) -3 large eggs, beaten -1 teaspoon vanilla extract -3 tablespoons butter or margarine -1 ready-made graham cracker crumb pie crust -2 cups Cool Whip(can use low fat) Preparation -Heat milk until it just begins to bubble around the edges in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat.(Do not let boil....

Ingredients 4 medium carrots (about 10 oz), cut into 1-inch pieces (2 cups) 4 medium parsnips (about 1 lb), peeled, cut into 1/2-inch slices (3 1/2 cups) 1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil 4 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks (6 1/2 cups) Fresh thyme sprigs, if desired...

Ingredients 2 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch wedges 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 1/2 ounces Grana Padano or Parmesan, shaved (1/2 cup) 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves Preparation Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place a rimmed baking sheet in oven; heat 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss together potatoes, oil, and 1 teaspoon salt. Carefully remove sheet from oven and arrange potatoes (with oil) in a single layer; set bowl aside....

Ingredients 2 cups from 1 tub (4.75 lb) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (76 Count) 96 miniature marshmallows (about 1 cup) 24 walnut halves (about 1/2 cup) Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Bake 24 cookies as directed on container. Immediately place 4 marshmallows on top of each cookie, top with walnut half. Bake an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until marshmallows are softened. Cool completely.

Ingredients 2 1/2 to 3 lbs live mussels, washed & beards removed 1 cup good dry white wine 1 large shallot, diced 2 tablespoons butter 1 large leek, well washed & minced 1 medium celery rib, minced 1 large carrot, peeled & minced 1 8-ounce jar fish fumé (stock) or clam juice 1 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 bay leaf 12 black peppercorns 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh flat leaf parsley...

Ingredients 6 medium (3 pounds) sweet potato 16 cipollini onions or small white onions 1/2 cup brown sugar salt and freshly ground black pepper extra virgin olive oil 4 boneless chicken breasts 16 sage leaves, with stems reserved for stuffing cavity Preparation Peel the potatoes and cut into four pieces each. Peel the onions and if they are large cut in half to form half-moons. Toss the onions and sweet potatoes with the brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and olive oil to moisten....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 cup heavy cream 1 1/4 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano, finely grated (1/2 cup) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Add cream; return to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced and thickened slightly, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Add cheese and whisk until smooth....

Ingredients 1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics creamy tomato soup 1 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni (2 oz) 1 1/4 oz pepperoni, diced (1/4 cup) 2 tablespoons sliced green onions Preparation In 2-quart saucepan, mix soup, water and oregano. Heat to boiling. Add macaroni; cook 6 to 9 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add pepperoni and onions; cook 2 to 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated....