Ingredients DUMPLINGS:2 cups hot mashed potatoes (without milk or seasoning)1 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegSAUCE:1 small onion, finely chopped3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup half-and-half cream1 cup chicken broth1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, dividedMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Combine all dumpling ingredients; spoon into a large pastry bag, half at a time, fitted with large plain tube (opening should be about 1/2 in....

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter3 pounds onions, thinly sliced (10 cups)2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons sugar4 cups beef stock4 cups chicken stock3/4 cup white wine1 teaspoon saltOptional: Salad croutons and grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat; add butter. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic and sugar; cook 6 minutes longer. Stir in stocks, wine and salt....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1-1/2 cups vanilla ice cream1 cup 2% milk4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup vanilla yogurt1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar5 ice cubes1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spiceGraham crackers, optional Preparation In a blender, combine all ingredients except graham crackers; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately. If desired, garnish with graham crackers.

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1-3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves3 eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk1/3 cup solid-pack pumpkin2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese1/4 cup instant French vanilla pudding mix (about 1-1/4 ounces)1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup eggnogToasted chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, pumpkin, melted butter and vanilla until blended....

Ingredients 5 medium red potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 cup sliced radishes2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped3/4 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons minced fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. Peel and cube potatoes; place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 3 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/2 c. pancetta or smoked bacon 1 onion 1 finely chopped 1 stalk celery 2 tsp. chopped oregano 2 tsp. thyme leaves 1 1/2 c. good-quality lean ground beef 3 1/2 oz. chicken livers 2 tbsp. tomato paste c. dry white wine 1 1/4 c. beef stock salt Freshly cracked black pepper freshly grated nutmeg Preparation Step 1Melt the butter in a large, heavy pan, add the pancetta, and fry for 4-5 minutes, or until golden....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup 2% milk1 cup diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 cup chopped pecans1 cup raisins1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Add egg; beat well. Combine dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk....

Ingredients 6 cups diced peeled red potatoes3 large onions, finely chopped6 celery ribs, finely chopped3 cups water6 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams1-1/2 cups butter, cubed1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour8 cups half-and-half cream1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley3 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a stockpot, combine the potatoes, onions, celery and water. Drain clams, reserving juice; set clams aside. Add juice to potato mixture. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 Pekin or Long Island duck Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 navel orange 1 lemon 2 c. water 2 tbsp. coriander seeds 1/2 tsp. soy sauce 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Prick the duck all over with a sharp knife. Season the cavity with salt and pepper and stuff it with the orange and lemon wedges.Step 2In a medium roasting pan, combine the water, coriander seeds, and duck neck....

Ingredients 3 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, mincedDRESSING:1/4 cup olive oil1 tablespoon snipped fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon1 tablespoon cider or red wine vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine oil and garlic; pour over asparagus and turn to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning after 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepperSAUCE:1 shallot, finely chopped1 teaspoon olive oil1-1/2 cups port wine or grape juice1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries1/2 cup dried cherries1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation Rub pork with oil; sprinkle with rosemary, salt and pepper. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan....

Ingredients 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips1-1/2 teaspoons shortening12 large marshmallows2 packages (2-1/4 ounces each) Tootsie Rolls12 miniature chocolate chips18 pieces candy corn6 Oreo cookies Preparation In a microwave, melt milk chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Place a small amount of chocolate mixture on top of six marshmallows. Let stand for 1 hour or until set. Warm chocolate mixture. For the penguin bodies, carefully dip sides of the marshmallows in chocolate mixture so three-fourths of the marshmallows are covered, leaving about 3/4-in....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms1 medium green pepper, sliced1/4 cup thinly sliced onion2 hoagie buns, split2 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, green pepper and onion. Pour dressing over vegetables; toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 can (8-3/4 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1/4 cup raisins2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats1 tablespoon all-purpose flourDash ground cinnamonDash ground nutmeg1 tablespoon cold butter Preparation Combine pineapple and raisins in a small ungreased baking dish. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, coconut, oats, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over fruit. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes or until topping is crisp....

Ingredients 2 quarts popped popcorn1 cup blanched whole almonds, toasted1 cup each pecan halves, cashews, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts, toasted1-1/2 cups sugar1 cup dark corn syrup1/2 cup butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Place the popcorn and nuts in a lightly greased 5-qt. Dutch oven. Bake at 250° for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and butter; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), trimmed1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 jar (10 ounces) apple jelly1 cup apple juice1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1 cup chopped peeled tart fresh or dried apples3 tablespoons chopped fresh or dried cranberries5 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water Preparation Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan and rub with poultry seasoning. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon olive oil8 slices Italian bread, lightly toastedTOPPINGS:Tomato slicesHot French-fried potatoesDeli oil-and-vinegar coleslaw Preparation In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, egg, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each with your thumb. Brush both sides of patties with oil....

Ingredients 6 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated breadsticks1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cut each slice of prosciutto into 4 thin strips. Unroll dough; separate into breadsticks. Top each with 2 strips prosciutto, pressing gently to adhere. Twist each breadstick; place on ungreased baking sheet, pressing ends down firmly. Brush with beaten egg. Combine fennel and pepper; sprinkle over breadsticks....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli florets1/3 cup panko bread crumbs, toasted1/3 cup extra-sharp shredded cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Prepare broccoli according to package directions; drain. Combine bread crumbs, cheese, salt, pepper and garlic powder; sprinkle over broccoli.

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 egg, lightly beaten1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup cracker crumbs (about 6 crackers)1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, brown sugar and mustard; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the egg, onion, cracker crumbs, salt, pepper and 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well....