Ingredients 1 salmon fillet (about 2 pounds)1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning1 teaspoon onion salt1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings6 lemon slices1/4 cup butter, cubedDILL SAUCE:1/3 cup sour cream1/3 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon prepared horseradish3/4 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon garlic saltPepper to taste Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with heavy-duty foil; grease lightly. Place salmon skin side down on foil. Sprinkle with lemon pepper and onion salt....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup chopped pecansAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans. Refrigerate until chilled. Preheat oven to 350°. Roll into 1-in. balls and place on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) whole wheat penne pasta1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 medium zucchini, finely chopped1 large green pepper, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce1-1/2 cups reduced-fat Alfredo sauce1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1/4 teaspoon garlic powderMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Cook penne according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the beef, zucchini, pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup water (70° to 80°)1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend1 cup chopped pepperoni Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first 9 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon cornflake crumbs1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground ginger2 cups finely chopped peeled Anjou pears2 cups finely chopped peeled Bartlett pears1 tablespoon orange juice1/2 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg, lightly beatenVanilla ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Grease bottoms and sides of four 8-oz. ramekins with 1 tablespoon butter (do not butter rims). Place on a baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix sugar, cornflake crumbs, brown sugar and ginger....

Ingredients 1 loaf (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed1 package (2 pounds) confectioners’ sugar2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons orange extractPink, blue, yellow and green decorating gel or colors of your choice11 inch square serving boardPurple gift wrapClear cellophane Preparation Cover the 11-inch square board with purple gift wrap, taping the wrap on the back side of the board. Cover and the wrapped board with clear cellophane in the same way....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 lb. boneless Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 medium onion 3 large garlic cloves 1/2 c. fresh orange juice 1 qt. water 1 bay leaf 1 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds 1 c. canned chickpeas 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest 2 tbsp. chopped parsley Preparation Step 1Heat the olive oil in a large enameled cast-iron casserole. Working in 3 batches, add the pork, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderately high heat until browned all over, about 9 minutes....

Ingredients 4 pork rib chops (1/2 inch thick and 7 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dried basil, thyme or tarragon2/3 cup whole milk or half-and-half cream2 tablespoons water1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook pork chops in oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips, diced4 to 6 medium red potatoes, cut into small wedges1-1/2 cups cut fresh green beans (1-inch pieces)3/4 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. To reserved drippings, add the potatoes, green beans, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1/4 cup sweet hot mustard1/4 pound sliced prosciutto or deli ham, chopped1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Unfold puff pastry. Spread mustard over pastry to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with prosciutto and cheese. Roll up one side to the middle of the dough; roll up the other side so the two rolls meet in the center. Using a serrated knife, cut into 1/2-in....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1-1/2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup canola oil2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground clovesFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened6 ounces cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar24 candy pumpkins, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan. Beat together first 4 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and spices; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture....

Ingredients 2 slices Italian bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries2 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 large eggs1/2 cup whole milk1 tablespoon maple syrupRASPBERRY SYRUP:2 teaspoons cornstarch1/3 cup water2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon maple syrup1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zestGround cinnamon, optional Preparation Divide half of the bread cubes between two greased 8-oz. custard cups. Sprinkle with raspberries and cream cheese....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter3 slices rye bread1 can (11 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted3 cups whole milk1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained3/4 pound deli corned beef, diced1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Butter bread on both sides; cube. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 6-8 minutes or until browned. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the soups, milk, sauerkraut and corned beef; cook and stir over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 cup roasted sweet red pepper strips, drained2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place all ingredients in a small food processor; cover and process until pureed. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 1 cup water (70° to 80°)3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup mashed potato flakes7-1/2 teaspoons sugar3 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon salt3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast1-1/4 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)1/3 cup orange juice1/2 teaspoon salt2 medium onions, quartered1 medium apple, quartered1 large carrot, chopped1 celery rib, chopped4 fresh thyme sprigs4 sprigs fresh parsley2 bay leaves1 fresh rosemary sprig2 cups white wine or chicken brothGRAVY:Chicken broth3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional...

Ingredients Cornmeal2 to 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups rye flour1/2 cup finely chopped onion3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons caraway seeds1 teaspoon salt1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups 2% milk3 tablespoons butter1 large egg white1-1/2 teaspoons water Preparation Grease a 9x5-in. loaf pan and sprinkle lightly with cornmeal; set aside. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, rye flour, onion, sugar, caraway, salt and yeast. In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter to 120°-130°....

Ingredients all-purpose flour Pate Brisee 5 ripe Bartlett pears (Bosc or Anjou can be substituted) 6 c. fresh or frozen cranberries 1 c. packed dark-brown sugar 3 tbsp. cornstarch 1 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1 vanilla bean 3 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 1 large egg yolk 1 tbsp. heavy cream 1/2 c. apricot preserves Preparation Step 1On a lightly floured work surface, roll 1 disk of dough from the Pate Briseeto 1/8 inch thick....

Ingredients 1/2 cup diced pepperoni1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 large egg, separated1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine the pepperoni, cheese, oregano and egg yolk. In another small bowl, whisk egg white until foamy; set aside. Separate crescent dough into 4 rectangles; seal perforations. Spread pepperoni mixture over each rectangle to within 1/4 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seams to seal....

Ingredients 2/3 cup chopped tomatoes1/3 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons prepared pesto1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, mayonnaise, cheeses, pesto and pepper. Spoon heaping teaspoonfuls into tart shells. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-12 minutes or until lightly browned.