Ingredients 2 large eggs1/3 cup milk3 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided1 teaspoon baking powder1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg6 medium plums, pitted and halvedWhipped cream and additional ground nutmeg, optional Preparation In a bowl, beat the eggs, milk and butter. Combine the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon, salt and nutmeg; add to the egg mixture and beat just until combined....

Ingredients 6 red potatoes water 1 tsp. salt 1 c. broccoli florets 1/4 c. milk Salt and pepper to taste c. grated Cheddar cheese 1/4 c. whipping cream Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Put the potatoes chunks into the pot with the salt and enough water to cover them by at least three inches. Boil the potatoes for about 12 minutes, or until they’re soft.Step 2While the potatoes are boiling, steam the broccoli florets by putting 1⁄2 inch of water in the small pot with the broccoli....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil9 garlic cloves, minced, divided 2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided1/2 cup Italian salad dressing1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1 small onion, finely diced1-2/3 cups uncooked arborio rice1 cup white wine4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, dividedSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed red potatoes1 cup chopped onion7 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/3 cups mayonnaise3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons prepared ranch salad dressing2 tablespoons prepared mustard4 teaspoons white vinegar1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, onion, bacon and parsley....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size), divided1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons butter2/3 cup chopped walnuts1 cup sour cream2 large eggs1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberriesCream cheese frosting or vanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup cake mix and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Add walnuts; set aside. In another bowl, combine the sour cream, eggs, flour and remaining cake mix; beat on low speed for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons orange marmalade1 teaspoon sugar8 sheets phyllo dough (14x9-inch size)4 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup seedless grapes1 tablespoon honey2 teaspoons coarse sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, marmalade and sugar until smooth; set aside. Place 1 sheet of phyllo on a parchment-lined baking sheet; brush with butter. Layer with remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each layer. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out....

Ingredients 2 lb. salmon piece 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce 2 tbsp. white wine 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 tsp. Asian chilli sauce 1 tbsp. vegetable oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. fresh mint leaves 1/4 c. chopped green onions 1 tsp. grated lime rind 1 tbsp. lime juice 1/4 c. mayonnaise 2 tbsp. yogurt Preparation Step 1Place salmon on foil-lined baking sheet. Combine hoisin, wine, vinegar, chilli sauce, vegetable oil, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked penne pasta1/3 cup sliced zucchini1/3 cup sliced fresh carrot4 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 small green pepper, thinly sliced1/2 small onion, thinly sliced1 small garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup chopped seeded tomato2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni2 bacon strips, chopped1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 teaspoons butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons chicken broth1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons 2% milk3/4 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoningDash salt and pepper Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 3/4 teaspoon drippings....

Ingredients 1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)3/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons sugar6 whole cloves1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold water Preparation Combine paprika and pepper; rub over both sides of pork chops. Brown chops in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray. Combine the orange juice, sugar, cloves and orange zest; pour over pork. Cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°....

Ingredients 1 to 2 teaspoons canola oil2 flour tortillas (6 inches)1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup cubed cooked chicken, turkey, pork or beef1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, dividedSour cream and salsa, optional Preparation Heat oil in a nonstick skillet, add one tortilla. Layer with half the cheddar cheese, all of the chicken and mushrooms and half the Monterey Jack cheese. Top with the second tortilla....

Ingredients 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted3 cups milk3 cups frozen chopped broccoli1 cup frozen O’Brien potatoes1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups fat-free milk1 large apple, peeled and chopped3/4 cup steel-cut oats3/4 cup raisins3 tablespoons brown sugar4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until liquid is absorbed. Spoon oatmeal into bowls; sprinkle with pecans.

Ingredients 4 cups frozen cheese ravioli (about 12 ounces)1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced1 cup chopped green pepper1 jar (24 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook ravioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute sausage and green pepper for 2-3 minutes or until green pepper is tender. Stir in spaghetti sauce; heat through. Drain ravioli; toss with sausage mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Ingredients 6 to 8 pounds pickling cucumbers40 fresh dill sprigs2 large onions, thinly sliced5 garlic cloves, sliced1 quart water1 quart white vinegar3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup canning salt Preparation Cut each cucumber lengthwise into four spears. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, dill, onions and garlic; set aside. In a Dutch oven, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir just until salt is dissolved. Pour over cucumber mixture; cool....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. baking potatoes (about 3) 5 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 15 thyme sprigs plus 2 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1 1/2 lb. cod fillets or steaks Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. In a large roasting pan, toss the potatoes with 3 tablespoons of the oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Scatter the thyme sprigs or 1 1/2 teaspoons of the dried thyme on top....

Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place broccoli on a baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over broccoli; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until tender.

Ingredients 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces2 cups water1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup olive oil1 teaspoon dried marjoram1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta1/2 cup Italian salad dressing1/4 cup minced fresh basil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the squash and water in a microwave-safe bowl....

Ingredients 4 whole graham crackers, coarsely crushed24 lollipop sticks24 large marshmallows4 ounces milk chocolate candy coating, melted Preparation Place crushed crackers in a shallow bowl. Insert 1 lollipop stick into each marshmallow. Dip two-thirds of each marshmallow in melted candy coating; allow excess to drip off. Dip in cracker crumbs, covering about half the chocolate. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided1 cup white baking chips3 teaspoons peppermint extract2 to 3 drops green food coloring Preparation In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips with 3/4 cup condensed milk over low heat, stirring occasionally. Line an 8-in. square dish with waxed paper; butter the paper. Spread half of melted chocolate mixture into pan; chill for 5-10 minutes (let remaining melted chocolate mixture stand at room temperature)....