Ingredients 2 lb beef stew meat 1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained 1 cup frozen small whole onions (from 1-lb bag) 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed 1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, drained Preparation In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix beef, tomatoes, frozen onions and chili powder....
Ingredients 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 medium stalks celery, diced (1 cup) 2 medium carrots, diced (1 cup) 1 cup diced smoked turkey (6 ounces) 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice 1 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton) 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated fat-free milk 1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed...
Ingredients 3 lb. lean ground beef 1 cup chopped onions 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 (12-oz.) bottle chili sauce 1 (6-oz.) can tomato paste 2 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon pepper 16 sandwich buns, split Preparation In large skillet, cook ground beef, onions, celery and bell pepper over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently....
Ingredients 1 (16-oz.) pkg. (3 1/4 cups) dried pinto beans, sorted, rinsed 2 cups water 1 cup chopped onions (2 medium) 1/2 cup finely chopped cooked ham 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 (14 1/2-oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained Preparation In large saucepan, combine beans and 10 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender but still firm, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups sugar 1 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 tablespoon grated tangerine peel 1 teaspoon vanilla 5 eggs 1 cup milk 3/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 1/4 cup tangerine juice 2 tablespoons rum or 1 teaspoon rum extract Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and side of 12-cup fluted tube cake pan or 2 (9x5-inch) loaf pans with shortening; lightly flour....
Preparation Fleas are tiny parasites that enjoy feasting on warm-blooded animals like cats and dogs. Unfortunately, if you see one flea, the odds are good that there are thousands more lurking in their fur—a female can lay up to 50 eggs per day. “Fleas are the most common external parasite for cats and dogs,” says Dr. Carly Fox, an emergency and critical care staff doctor at New York City’s Animal Medical Center....
Preparation Double, double, toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble! These pointy-hatted sorceresses are conjuring up some black magic. And those little trick-or-treating boys and ghouls might think twice about knocking at your door. Here, we offer three ways to celebrate the iconic mistress of Halloween. RELATED: PUMPKIN CARVING AND DECORATING IDEAS The kind of witch we love is the classic image that comes to mind: a malicious grin, a crooked nose, a pointy hat, and a green, warty complexion....
Regardless of the season, most Japanese meals are served with a salad to keep things in balance. A well-composed salad refreshes your palate, provides a pop of color, and its crisp flavors enhance everything else on the table. So here are some popular Japanese salad recipes to complement your main dishes. I also included a few Western-style salads that are well-loved in Japan. Best of all, most of these recipes can be prepared in a short time....
Preparation Many people associate country clubs with exclusive memberships, well-manicured lawns, and recreational sports. Although they sometimes get a “stuffy” reputation, most country clubs are far from it, and are often beautiful locations for traditional weddings. If you’re thinking about planning a classic celebration at your local club, here are seven things to consider along the way. RELATED: THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A WEDDING VENUE It’s a common question: Do you need to be members of the country club to host a wedding there?...
Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and coarsely chopped (3 cups) 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 4 cups cubed firm bread 1 pound bacon, cooked and chopped 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 ounces) 2 1/2 cups milk 1 teaspoon ground mustard 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 5 eggs Preparation Grease 2-quart casserole. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat....
Ingredients 1 cup light sour cream 1/2 cup light mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons) 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts in water, drained, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup diced seeded plum (Roma) tomatoes French bread slices or crackers, as desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix all dip ingredients except tomatoes....
Preparation As much as you’d like to never take off your diamond engagement ring, wearing it 24/7 is risky. Household chemicals, chlorine, and hard surfaces are just a few things that could damage the stone or loosen the metal, causing the rock to fall out. Say a temporary buh-bye to your ring when you’re doing the dishes, playing sports, swimming, working out, using hairspray, applying moisturizer, even when you’re sleeping (experts say that the weight from your body against your hand reshapes your ring over time, which could loosen the stone)....
Ingredients 1 box (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ au gratin potatoes 2 cups milk 1/2 cup canned vacuum-packed whole kernel corn or frozen corn 1/4 cup chopped celery 1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth 1 bag (12 oz) frozen broccoli cuts 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (6 ounces) Preparation Heat Potatoes, Sauce Mix and remaining ingredients except cheese to boiling in 4-quart Dutch oven over high heat, stirring occasionally and breaking up broccoli with fork....
Ingredients 3/4 cup sweetened applesauce 1/3 cup fat-free (skim) milk 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 egg or 1/4 cup fat-free egg product 3 cups Oatmeal Crisp® Almond cereal, slightly crushed 1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries 1/2 to 1 teaspoon coarse sugar or granulated sugar Preparation Heat oven to 400°F....
Ingredients 1 crust from 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box 3 eggs, beaten 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 cup light corn syrup 1/3 cup butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup dark chocolate chips 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Place softened pie crust in ungreased 9-inch pie plate....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic 2 pounds beef boneless chuck, trimmed of fat and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 medium carrots, cut lengthwise in half, then cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 cup uncooked pearl barley 2 cartons (32 ounces each) Progresso™ beef flavored broth 1 1/2 cups frozen sweet peas (from 1-pound bag)...
Ingredients 12 cups popped popcorn 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 cups sweetened dried cranberries 1 1/2 cups white vanilla baking chips Preparation Heat oven to 200°F. Divide popcorn between 2 ungreased 13x9-inch pans. In 3-quart heavy saucepan, heat brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until bubbly around edges....
Lately I receive quite a bit of emails from readers who are new to cooking in general. I’m really happy to hear that my recipes are easy enough for you guys to give it a try and that you are enjoying cooking Japanese food. Some asked me if I have very easy dessert recipes and this Easy Apple Pie recipe came to my mind. Easy Apple Pie in 40 minutes from start to finish Today’s recipe is too easy to be called a “recipe” but I remembered how happy I was when I learned how to make this very quick apple pie from a friend back in college....
Vibrant, healthy and refreshing, this Carrot Salad is a perfect side dish for any meal. Not only it is very easy to make, it actually keeps well in the refrigerator so you can make a big batch, and mix and match with other dishes all week long. Given its adaptability, it’s no wonder the salad is one of the most popular Japanese-style meal prep dishes (called Jobisai 常備菜 in Japanese)....
Ingredients 1/2 cup honey 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Preparation In small bowl, stir together all ingredients. Brush over ham the last 45 minutes of baking. Related Video
