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Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten3/4 cup canned pumpkin1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup canola oil1 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup raisinsTOPPING:1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1 tablespoon cold butter Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Combine the egg, pumpkin, milk and oil; add to the dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes3 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 cup water3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes4 medium carrots, sliced1 large green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces4 garlic cloves, minced1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 pumpkin (10 to 12 pounds) Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown meat in 2 tablespoons oil. Add water, potatoes, carrots, green pepper, garlic, onion, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 5 packages (12 ounces each) frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup cold water, divided38 ladyfingers, split2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam1 teaspoon water1 carton (12 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed, divided Preparation In a large saucepan, combine raspberries and confectioners’ sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5-10 minutes or until bubbly and sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Mash and strain raspberries, reserving syrup....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon grated lemon zest2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups ground almonds1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup seedless raspberry preservesConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and lemon zest. In another bowl, mix flour, ground almonds and cinnamon; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Press 2 cups dough onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla or French vanilla pudding mix1 cup whipped topping1 pint fresh raspberries Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spoon a third of the pudding into six parfait glasses. Set aside six raspberries for garnish; divide half of the remaining berries over pudding....

Ingredients 2 to 2-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons butter2 large onions, chopped1 teaspoon saffron1 can (10-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 cup water1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons dried mint2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 to 3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarbHot cooked riceFresh mint leaves, torn Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown beef in butter. Remove meat from pan; drain all but 2 tablespoons drippings....

Ingredients 2 pounds small red potatoes, cut into wedges2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 teaspoon garlic pepper blend1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Toss potatoes with oil and seasonings; spread in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast 25 minutes, stirring halfway. Drizzle with vinegar; roast until potatoes are tender, 5-10 minutes.

Ingredients 3/4 teaspoon onion salt3/4 teaspoon celery salt3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 broiler/fryer chickens (3 to 4 pounds each) Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Mix seasonings. Place chickens on a rack in a roasting pan, breast side up. Rub seasonings over outside and inside of chickens. Tuck under wings; tie together drumsticks. Roast until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. (Cover loosely with foil if chickens brown too quickly....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) root beer3 tablespoons cornstarch3 teaspoons ground mustard3 teaspoons caraway seeds10 uncooked bratwurst links1 large onion, coarsely chopped1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce10 hoagie buns, toastedOptional: Thinly sliced red onion and prepared mustard Preparation Whisk first 4 ingredients until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, brown bratwursts over medium-high heat. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add onion, chili sauce and root beer mixture....

Ingredients 4 cups half-and-half cream7 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped2 ounces milk chocolate, chopped1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extractDash saltOptional: Sweetened whipped cream, candy canes and marshmallows Preparation In a large saucepan, heat cream over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan (do not boil). Remove from the heat; whisk in the chocolates, food coloring, extract and salt until smooth. Return to the heat; cook and stir until heated through....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1 egg, lightly beaten1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon butter Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and seasonings. Place egg in another shallow bowl, dip chicken in egg, then in the crumb mixture. In a large skillet, brown the chicken in oil and butter over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese18 slices pepperoni1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce Preparation In a large skillet, brown ground beef, onion and green pepper until meat is no longer pink; drain. Meanwhile, divide one loaf of bread dough in half. Press over the bottom and up the sides of two 9-in....

Ingredients 1 3/4 c. unbleached all-purpose flour plus more for kneading and rolling c. freshly grated (with a microplane) Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper c. warm water 1 tbsp. olive oil Water in a spray bottle for misting Preparation Step 1Place the flour, cheese, salt, and pepper in a bowl and gradually stir in the water and oil until a firm but not sticky dough forms....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked instant brown rice3 tablespoons canola oil2 medium onions, halved and sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped1 medium green pepper, coarsely chopped1/2 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveinedLouisiana-style hot sauce, optional Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2/3 cup blanched hazelnuts or macadamia nuts2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1 egg white4 eggs1 cup sugar1 cup butter, melted and cooled1-1/2 teaspoons rum extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt6 to 8 drops red food coloring6 to 8 drops green food coloring2 tablespoons seedless strawberry jam2 tablespoons apricot preserves1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate chips1 teaspoon shortening Preparation Place the hazelnuts in a food processor; cover and process until ground. Add the confectioners’ sugar and egg white; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits6 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise3 cups miniature marshmallows2 cups seedless red grapes, halved1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped Preparation Drain the pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set pineapple aside. In a bowl, beat juice, cream cheese and mayonnaise until fluffy. Stir in pineapple, marshmallows and grapes. Fold in whipped cream. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Ingredients 2 pounds red snapper fillets1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zestORANGE SAUCE:1 garlic clove, peeled2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons orange juice1/8 teaspoon ground ginger2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place the fish in a single layer in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook the garlic in butter for 1 minute; pour over fish....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed1 cup 2% milk, warmed1/2 cup spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese3 tablespoons butter, softened1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese3 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 lb. young sunchokes 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 large anchovy fillets 2 large cloves garlic 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice salt Freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. chopped parsley Several wedge lemon Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat the vegetable oil. Add the sunchokes, cut side down, and cook over moderately high heat for 1 minute....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/4 cup sugar6 tablespoons butter, melted1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk, divided3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 large eggs, lightly beaten2-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, mix cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in melted butter. Press onto bottom and 1 in....