Smothered Enchiladas

Mexican comfort food is the new dinner go-to when you're craving something fast and feel-good. With only seven ingredients and 40 minutes, these Smothered Enchiladas arrive piping hot at the table, ready to be topped with rich sour cream and spicy salsa. For an easy protein-rich side to your lovely main dish, heat a can of black beans, adding a pinch of ground cumin for extra flavor.








Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef		1 (1 ¼-ounce) package mild taco seasoning mix
1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles, divided		2 (10 ¾-ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 (16-ounce) container sour cream		8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese

directionsPrep: 10 min Total: 30 min (Quick)
.....Brown ground beef in a large skillet, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix and half of chopped green chiles; set aside.
.....Stir together remaining green chiles, soup, and sour cream. Pour half of soup mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
.....Spoon beef mixture evenly down centers of tortillas; roll up. Place, seam sides down, over soup mixture in baking dish; top evenly with remaining soup mixture and cheese.
.....Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Garnish, if desiredYield: 8 Servings

Parmesan and Sage– Crusted Pork Chops

Take a break from chicken and discover how quickly pork can help you pull together a delicious weeknight meal. When it comes to taste, this recipe for Parmesan and Sage Crusted Pork Chops can't be beat. Use high-quality Parmigiano-Reggiano and be sure to skip the dried sage, opting instead for the fresh, inexpensive variety that packs a ton of flavor. Simply pan-fry the coated chops for three minutes on each side and dinner is essentially ready.
High-quality Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and fresh sage add robust flavors to lean pork chops. Serve with sautéed Swiss chard and creamy polenta for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

1 (1 1⁄4-ounce) slice white bread, torn into pieces		1⁄4 cup (1 ounce) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage		1⁄4 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper		1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon prepared mustard		2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
4 (4-ounce) boneless thin-cut pork loin chops, trimmed		1 1⁄2 tablespoons canola oil

Yield: 4 Servings
　
directionsPrep: 5 min Total: 15 min (Quick)
.....Place bread in a food processor; pulse bread 10 times or until coarse crumbs measure about 1 cup. Combine breadcrumbs, cheese, sage, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Place flour in another shallow dish. Combine mustard and egg whites in another shallow dish, stirring with a whisk.
.....Working with 1 pork chop at a time, dredge pork in flour, shaking off excess. Dip pork into egg white mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Coat pork completely with breadcrumb mixture; set aside. Repeat procedure with remaining pork, flour, egg white mixture, and breadcrumb mixture.
.....Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add oil to pan, swirling to coat. Add pork; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned and done.

Stuffed Eggplant

Lighten up your midweek menu with a vegetarian dish that's only heavy on flavor. This recipe for Stuffed Eggplant takes cues from Turkish cuisine and combines spices like cardamom, coriander and turmeric, plus mint and golden raisins. Eggplants are hollowed, slow-roasted, spiced and returned to their shells for a wonderful presentation at the table
Turkish legend says these eggplants once made a holy man faint, so they are called imanbayildi ("the holy man swooned").



Ingredients

4 small eggplants		6 tbsp olive oil
2 large onions, finely sliced		3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp ground coriander		1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric		1/2 tsp ground cardamom
two 14.5 oz (411 g) cans chopped tomatoes		1/2 cup golden raisins
2 tbsp chopped cilantro		1 tbsp chopped mint
1 tbsp chopped parsley

Yield: makes 4 servings Serving

DirectionsPrep: 20 min Total: 30 min (Quick)
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh of each in a crosshatch pattern with a sharp knife.
.....Brush the flesh with 4 tbsp of the oil. Place, cut sides up, in a roasting pan. Bake in the oven for 30–35 minutes, or until tender.
.....Let the eggplants cool. Scoop out and reserve the flesh, leaving a 1/4 in (6mm) shell, being careful not to split the skins. Place on a serving platter.
.....Heat the remaining 2 tbsp of the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes until softened. Add the coriander, cumin, turmeric, and cardamom and stir about 1 minute, until fragrant.
.....Stir in the tomatoes and their juices and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced and thickened. Stir in the reserved eggplant flesh and raisins and cook for 10 minutes more. Let cool, then stir in the cilantro, mint, and parsley.
.....Spoon the mixture into the eggplant shells, and refrigerate for at least 1 day before serving.

Sweet Pork with Garlic

Love sweet and sour chicken from your local Chinese restaurant? Try this recipe for Sweet Pork with Garlic and up the ante on fast and flavorful Asian-inspired food. This dish utilizes all those bottles of condiments sitting untouched in your fridge and cabinets. The perfect combination of chili-garlic sauce, honey and Dijon mustard will make this pork your new favorite meal.









Ingredients

4 garlic cloves, minced		1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard		1 tablespoon ketchup
2 tablespoons lite soy sauce, divided		6 teaspoons honey, divided
1 (¾-pound) pork tenderloin		Vegetable cooking spray
2 teaspoons rice vinegar		1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce		½ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Yield: 4 Servings
Directions
.....
.....Spoon garlic mixture evenly over pork, rubbing well into pork.
.....Place pork on a rack coated with cooking spray in an aluminum foil-lined roasting pan.
.....Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 155°. Remove from oven; cover pork loosely with aluminum foil, and let stand 10 minutes.
.....Cut pork diagonally into slices. Place slices on a serving platter.
.....Whisk together vinegar, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and remaining 4 teaspoons honey. Drizzle evenly over pork. Sprinkle evenly with onions and cilantro. Garnish, if desired.Stir together minced garlic, next 3 ingredients, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons honey.

Buffalo Chicken Wings

Calling all Friday Night Football fans! No matter which teams are playing, these Buffalo Chicken Wings will win over your hungry crowd. Whether you're watching on the couch, or if you've invited half the neighborhood over—this recipe can easily be adjusted for the perfect amount of food. Serve with beer and plenty of napkins for those sticky fingers.
Goes great with beer and FOOTBALL!!




Ingredients

1/4 t cayenne pepper		1/4 t salt
1 pk chicken wings		1/4 c butter
1/4 c hot sauce		1 ds black pepper
1 ds garlic powder		1/2 c flour
1/4 t paprika

Yield: 10 wings Servings

DirectionsPrep: 20 min Total: 45 min
.....Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F. The oil should be just enough to cover wings entirely, an inch or so deep.
.....Combine the butter, hot sauce, pepper and garlic powder in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir together and heat until butter is melted and mixture is well blended. Remove from heat and reserve for serving.
.....In a small bowl mix together the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt. Place chicken wings in a large nonporous glass dish or bowl and sprinkle flour mixture over them until they are evenly coated.
.....Fry coated wings in hot oil for 10 to 15 minutes, or until parts of wings begin to turn brown. Remove from heat, place wings in serving bowl, add hot sauce mixture and stir together.

Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage

November is Polish American month! Regardless of whether Polish recipes are a part of your family's heritage, you'll enjoy this dinner of Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage. A healthier version of the classic Eastern European dish, the stuffing in this recipe calls for mushrooms, breadcrumbs, eggs and ground coriander.
These vegetarian cabbage rolls are lighter than the traditional version.



Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for the dish		1 leek, white part only, finely chopped
4 oz (115 g) cremini mushrooms, minced		1 celery stalk, finely chopped
2 cups fresh whole wheat bread crambs		1 large egg
2 tbsp chopped parsley		1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
pinch of ground coriander		salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 Savoy cabbage leaves, stemmed		2/3 cup vegetable stock
1 tbsp olive oil		1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced		2 cups canned crushed tomatoes

Yield: makes 4 servings Serving
Directions
Total: 60 min
.....To make the filling, heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the leek, mushrooms, and celery and cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, until softened.
.....Remove from the heat and stir in the bread crumbs, egg, parsley, lemon juice, and ground coriander. Season with salt and pepper.
.....Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Oil a 13 × 9in (33 × 23cm) baking dish. Cook the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 2 minutes, until pliable. Drain and rinse under cold water. Pat dry.
.....Lay each leaf flat and divide the stuffing among the leaves. Roll up each leaf, folding in the sides to enclose the filling in a neat parcel. Place the rolls, seam side down, in the dish. Pour in the stock. Bake for 45–55 minutes, until tender.
.....Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes, until softened. Stir in the crushed tomatoes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer about 10 minutes, or until lightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
.....Using a slotted spoon, serve the cabbage rolls on dinner plates, with the remaining tomato sauce passed on the side.

Chicken with Cider and Bacon Sauce

Chicken gets a sweet and salty makeover in this recipe for Chicken with Apple Cider-Bacon Sauce. Use a mallet to flatten chicken breast, which cooks up quickly and delivers a high-protein, high-flavor dinner in no time. Keep the meal light with rice with a side of good-for-you veggies.
Serve with broccoli and a combination of white and wild rice.






Ingredients

4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves		1⁄4 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper		2 bacon slices, chopped
1⁄4 cup minced fresh onion		3⁄4 cup unsweetened apple cider
1⁄2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth

Yield: 4 Servings
　
directionsPrep: 15 min Total: 30 min (Quick)
.....Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1⁄2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and pepper.
.....Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from pan. Add chicken to drippings in pan; cook 6 minutes on each side or until done. Remove chicken from pan; keep warm.
.....Add onion to pan; sauté 2 minutes or until tender, stirring constantly. Add cider and broth; bring to a boil, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Cook until broth mixture is reduced to 1⁄2 cup (about 5 minutes). Stir in cooked bacon; serve sauce over chicken.

Slow Cooked Brisket

Slow-cooked brisket might seem impossible for a regular Thursday night dinner, but when you toss all of this recipe's ingredients into a slow cooker, suddenly it becomes a very feasible weeknight feast.
There are many kinds of brisket eaters —slow-cooked on a smoker, grilled and served basically rare, slow-cooked in the oven or, overwhelmingly, in a slow cooker.

"This is delicious baked in the oven, but amazing in a slow cooker."



Ingredients
1 6-pound beef brisket
1/2 bottle wine
2 cups beef stock
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon cumin
1 large vidalia onion
DirectionsPat the brisket down and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper. Slice your onion into large rings.

If cooking in the oven: Combine brisket, wine, stock, vinegar, salt, pepper, bay leaf, red pepper and cumin in a baking dish. Top with onion slices. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 hours. Remove foil and cook an additional 30 minutes.

If cooking in a slow cooker: Combine all ingredients in slow cooker. Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.

Creamy Garlic Pasta with Shrimp & Vegetables

It might be time for a break from heavy fall foods. For a delicious dish that's still comforting but won't leave you ready to hibernate, try this recipe for creamy garlic pasta with shrimp and vegetables. The flavorful sauce is not a fattening alfredo, but rather a Middle Eastern-inspired yogurt-garlic-lemon mixture that won't overpower the delicate shrimp.
Toss a garlicky, Middle Eastern-inspired yogurt sauce with pasta, shrimp, asparagus, peas and red bell pepper for a fresh, satisfying summer meal. Serve with: Slices of cucumber and tomato tossed with lemon juice and olive oil.


Ingredients

6 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti		12 ounces peeled and deveined raw shrimp, (see Note), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and thinly sliced		1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh or frozen peas		3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt		1 1/2 cups nonfat or low-fat plain yogurt
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley		3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil		1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts,

Yield: 4 Servings DirectionsPrep: 30 min Total: 30 min (Quick)
.....Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook 2 minutes less than package directions. Add shrimp, asparagus, bell pepper and peas and cook until the pasta is tender and the shrimp are cooked, 2 to 4 minutes more. Drain well.
.....Mash garlic and salt in a large bowl until a paste forms. Whisk in yogurt, parsley, lemon juice, oil and pepper. Add the pasta mixture and toss to coat. Serve sprinkled with pine nuts (if using).NotesIngredient Note: Both wild-caught and farm-raised shrimp can damage the surrounding ecosystems when not managed properly. Look for shrimp certified by an independent agency, such as Wild American Shrimp or Marine Stewardship Council. If you can’t find certified shrimp, choose wild-caught shrimp from North America—it’s more likely to be sustainably caught.
Tip: To toast pine nuts, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes.

Honey-Soy Broiled Salmon

You favorite go-to fish is back with a twist that rivals any Asian-fusion restaurant. The marinade of this honey-soy broiled salmon is created from garlic, soy sauce, ginger and honey, and also doubles as a glaze—but it's the toasted sesame seed crust that makes this dish really shine.
A sweet, tangy and salty mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar and honey does double-duty as marinade and sauce. Toasted sesame seeds provide a nutty and attractive accent. Make it a meal: Serve with brown rice and sauteed red peppers and zucchini slices.

Ingredients:

1 scallion, minced		2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar		1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger		1 pound center-cut salmon fillet, skinned (see Tip) and cut into 4 portions
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds,

Yield: 4 Servings
DirectionsPrep: 20 min Total: 45 min
.....Whisk scallion, soy sauce, vinegar, honey and ginger in a medium bowl until the honey is dissolved. Place salmon in a sealable plastic bag, add 3 tablespoons of the sauce and refrigerate; let marinate for 15 minutes. Reserve the remaining sauce.
.....Preheat broiler. Line a small baking pan with foil and coat with cooking spray.
.....Transfer the salmon to the pan, skinned-side down. (Discard the marinade.) Broil the salmon 4 to 6 inches from the heat source until cooked through, 6 to 10 minutes. Drizzle with the reserved sauce and garnish with sesame seeds.
NotesTips: How to skin a salmon fillet: Place skin-side down. Starting at the tail end, slip a long knife between the fish flesh and the skin, holding down firmly with your other hand. Gently push the blade along at a 30° angle, separating the fillet from the skin without cutting through either.
To toast sesame seeds, heat a small dry skillet over low heat. Add seeds and stir constantly, until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool.



 

The Hottest Cold-Weather Trends

There's no more denying it, summer is over. But not only that, winter is coming (or at least it feels that way) which means it's time to get serious about staying warm. Forget those summer dresses, even with tights and boots -- it's all about the new cozy pieces which still have sex appeal and are forever chic. Here, a list of what you must have in your closet to keep you happy and hot, our two favorite things.

Yes, darlings, have absolutely no fear, as this is faux fur. But nonetheless, it's beyond warm and looks beyond fabulous. Whether you are going out for a big soiree in a long dress and heels or are planning on boozing it up in jeans and boots to watch the game with the boys, you'll need this. Really, you need it.

You know those cold days where your eyes are watering and your teeth even hurt from the temperatures? Well this is one way to make those moments a bit more tolerable. You can wear it as a scarf, as shown, or on your head as a hood. But if you're bone-chillingly freezing, pull it around your face so only a minimal piece of skin is fighting the elements. You'll still look good no matter how goofy you feel.

You know those cold days where your eyes are watering and your teeth even hurt from the temperatures? Well this is one way to make those moments a bit more tolerable. You can wear it as a scarf, as shown, or on your head as a hood. But if you're bone-chillingly freezing, pull it around your face so only a minimal piece of skin is fighting the elements. You'll still look good no matter how goofy you feel.

Ah, the hat. It does so much for us, yet seems to escape any credit whatsoever. It keeps heat within the body while covering up your most tragic hair day. Don't just toss it off once you get inside, plan it as an accessory to be worn all day. Go with your hair down or all tucked inside and push the hat back so you can see your hairline. Voila! A thank you to this bad boy may be in order at the end of the day.

Gap Ribbed Knit BeanieEcho Chunk Twist Snood, 15-Inch-WideEcho Chunk Twist Snood, 15-Inch-Wide French Connection Dotty Fur Jacket

Sparkle Like Mariah Carey This Holiday Season

On November 29 (aka Cyber Monday for all you savvy online shoppers), Mariah Carey will debut an exclusive collection of jewelry and footwear, plus a limited-edition fragrance, on HSN. The line features lots of fur and, um, glitter, with earrings, bracelets, necklaces and boots inspired by Mariah's hot mama-to-be style.
Display your inner diva with her pave-set Silvertone Initia and Stone Cross with Pave Heart pendants. Or stack on lots of her Pave Bangles with flirty charms for some serious jingle this holiday season.
For a sexy snow bunny look, try the Suede Bootie with Fur Trim or Suede Peep-Toe Platform Lace-Up Boot. And to battle those slush-covered sidewalks, slip on her Quilted Nylon Boot with Chain Detail because you can still be cute and practical.
In addition to her accessories, Mariah will also be offering a special limited-edition bottle of her Luscious Pink fragrance, packaged in a gold cosmetic case with Swarovski crystal-studded butterfly caps.
Plus, you can score Mariah's new album, Merry Christmas II You, which features a re-recording of her classic holiday hit "All I Want for Christmas is You," along with an exclusive DVD that includes behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, never-before-seen photos and videos. It's an absolute must-get for this time of year because we may be able to dress like her, but we definitely can't sing like her!

Right Hats for me

Which Fall Hat Is Right for You?

Knit Beret: Adored by Women of all Face Shapes
This lady-like woven Bow Beret is a classy number that goes perfectly with a trench in the fall, or a pea coat in the winter. Soft and moldable, this is another hat that can be worn by women of various face shapes. The bow feature, however, is for the woman with a decidedly feminine approach to style.

Jockey Hat: Not Just for the Race Tracks
The minimalistic look and crisp lines make "this hat beautifully suit a woman with smaller, delicate features," Williams says. "It perfectly frames her face and is playful without being over-the-top." The clean color on the Kangol Cashmere Ergo Deeto also adds a freshness factor to fall or winter outfit.

Short-Billed Canvas Hat: Sporty Tomboy with a Feminine Edge
"This is a great entry-level item for the woman with tomboy tendencies who wants to cut a more feminine figure," says Williams. Just pair this Roxy Breezy Day Military Hat with a frilly number, and you'll be both cute and edgy.

Check Out Our New Wavy Hair Style

Want to Go Sexy? Check Out Our New Wavy Hair Style!
Let your luscious locks run wild!

Is your straight hair reluctant to form the perfect ringlet? Are your curls too stubborn to succumb to the flat iron? Waves are the universally attainable hairstyle, and guess what: They're in!
Wavy is the new sexy and it looks good on everyone—teenage celebs, reality TV stars, Oscar winners and you! Check out our infamous wave inspiration, and when you're jealous enough, try on your own wavy hair. Like Rachel Zoe, you'll die for it!