Ingredients 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup chopped sweet red or yellow pepper2 tablespoons butter4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup half-and-half cream1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed2 cups shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in....

Ingredients 1 pound block pepper Jack cheese3 cups all-purpose flour3 large eggs, lightly beaten3 cups crushed cornflakesOil for deep-fat fryingSalsa and guacamole Preparation Cut cheese into 2-3/4x1/2-in. sticks. Place the flour, eggs and cornflakes in three separate shallow bowls. Coat cheese sticks with flour; dip in egg, then roll in cornflakes until well coated. Let stand for 5 minutes. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Cook cheese sticks in batches for 30 seconds or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 cup (4 ounces) pepper jack cheese, divided1 cup salsa, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, onion, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Press half of the beef mixture onto the bottom and halfway up the sides of a greased 8x4-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 cups packed basil leaves2 tablespoons sunflower kernels or walnuts4 garlic cloves1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper4 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed4 medium sweet red, yellow or green peppers1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation For pesto, combine 1/2 cup oil, grated cheese, basil, sunflower kernels and garlic in a blender; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, undrained3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup cold water, divided3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into thin strips1/2 cup soy sauce3 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 tablespoons canola oil, divided4 cups fresh broccoli florets1 cup fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise1 small onion, cut into wedgesHot cooked rice Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice; set aside....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups sugar2 tablespoons poppy seeds1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt3 eggs1-1/2 cups milk1 cup canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, oil and extracts; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons white vinegar2 tablespoons lime juice3 cups cubed fresh pineapple1 small red onion, coarsely chopped3 tablespoons chili powder2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 bottle (12 ounces) dark Mexican beer3 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro1 jar (16 ounces) mango salsa24 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmedOptional toppings: Cubed fresh pineapple, cubed avocado and queso fresco Preparation Puree the first 9 ingredients in a blender; stir in beer....

Ingredients 1 unbaked deep-dish pastry shell (9 inches)4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup diced onion1/4 cup diced sweet red pepper1 tablespoon butter1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups whole milk4 large eggs, lightly beaten1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh savory or 1 to 2 teaspoons dried savory1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon lemon juiceMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt and pepper. Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. Dip chicken in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3 cups Raisin Bran cereal3/4 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs, honey and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture. Stir in cereal. Fold in raisins and walnuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided6 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1/4 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation Prepare cake batter according to package directions; fold in 2/3 cup coconut. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter3 cups cubed red potatoes (about 2-1/2 pounds)1-1/2 cups diagonally sliced carrots3/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add potatoes and carrots; toss to coat. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring every 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate1 teaspoon vanilla extract5 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon saltICING:3 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup warm water2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons meringue powder1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarRed paste food coloring2 tablespoons red colored sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck steak (3/4 inch thick and 3/4 pound)1 to 2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 cup beef broth1/4 cup tomato sauce1/4 cup dry red wine or additional beef broth2 tablespoons chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon water Preparation In a large skillet, brown beef in oil on both sides. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1/4 lb. sliced bacon 1 onion 1 1/4 lb. boiling potatoes (about 3) 3 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 3/4 tsp. salt 2 c. fresh (cut from about 4 ears) or frozen corn kernels 1 lb. skinless salmon fillets 1 c. frozen baby lima beans tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3/4 c. half-and-half 2 tbsp. chopped chives or scallion tops Preparation Step 1In a large pot, cook the bacon until crisp....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup chopped macadamia nutsTOPPING:1 can (15-1/4 ounces) pear halves, drained1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup plus 1/2 teaspoon sugar, divided 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 large egg1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and 1/3 cup sugar until light and fluffy; beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Stir in nuts. Press into a greased 8-in....

Ingredients 12 large eggs, separated2 cups sugar2-1/2 cups ground pecans1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractBUTTERCREAM FROSTING:1 cup milk1/4 cup cornstarch2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extractWhole pecans, optional Preparation In a bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until thick and lemon-colored, about 5-6 minutes. Combine pecans and bread crumbs; stir into yolk mixture with vanilla. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1 cup butter, divided1 cup light corn syrup2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 pounds pecan halves, toasted3/4 cup milk chocolate chips3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips4 teaspoons shortening Preparation Line baking sheets with waxed paper; lightly coat with cooking spray and set aside. Butter the sides of a heavy saucepan with 1 teaspoon butter. Cube remaining butter; place in pan....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry2 tablespoons honey mustard4 fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links (3 ounces each), cut in half lengthwise1 egg1-1/2 teaspoons waterMustard Preparation Thaw pastry sheet at room temperature for 40 minutes. Unfold pastry onto lightly floured surface. Roll into 16-in. x 12-in. rectangle. Spread with mustard. Cut into eight 16-in. x 1-1/2-in. strips. Wrap one strip of pastry around each sausage. Place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon salt, divided6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon olive oil6 cups quartered baby portobello mushrooms2 cups sliced fresh carrots3 pieces Canadian bacon, chopped1 tablespoon tomato paste1 cup chicken broth1 cup dry red wineChopped fresh thyme, optional Preparation In a shallow dish, combine flour, thyme and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Dip chicken in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess....