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Ingredients 4 1/2 c. water salt 1 c. coarse or medium cornmeal 5 tbsp. olive oil 3 tbsp. grated Parmesan 1 c. whole-milk ricotta 1 c. mascarpone cheese 1 tbsp. butter 1 lb. shiitake mushrooms 2 cloves garlic 3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, bring the water and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil. Add the cornmeal in a slow stream, whisking constantly....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) sliced pineapple1 envelope fajita seasoning mix1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 medium onion, sliced4 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine seasoning mix and reserved juice; add the pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 c. panko bread crumbs, toasted 2 cloves garlic, 1 chopped and 1 minced, divided 1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley 1 tbsp. lemon zest kosher salt 4 boneless pork chops, 1" thick Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. rainbow swiss chard, stems removed 1 tbsp. butter Preparation Step 1Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and panko and roast until golden brown, 2 minutes, then transfer to a small bowl....

Ingredients 4 whole wheat hoagie buns, split4 tablespoons butter, softened, divided1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic salt3/4 pound sliced deli roast beef, julienned1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound sliced provolone cheese1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon prepared horseradish Preparation Spread cut sides of buns with 2 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic salt. Set aside. In a large skillet, saute the beef, mushrooms, rosemary and pepper in remaining butter until mushrooms are tender....

Ingredients 2 medium red potatoes, quartered and sliced1 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese8 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches) Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425°until potatoes are tender, 24-28 minutes....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup finely chopped onion8 ounces fresh mushrooms, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (10 ounces each) whole baby clams1/2 cup water1/4 cup sherry2 teaspoons lemon juice1 bay leaf3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsleyHot cooked pastaGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add butter and oil....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed2 medium carrots, sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir pork and onion in oil until browned....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups finely crushed gingersnap cookies (about 30 cookies)1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted1/3 cup butter, melted1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup half-and-half cream3 large egg yolks1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice2 cups whipped topping1/4 cup butterscotch-caramel ice cream topping1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and chopped pecans; stir in butter....

Ingredients 1 c. red quinoa 2 c. water 8 soft Medjool dates 2 tbsp. sherry vinegar salt 1 lb. fava beans in the pod 1 lemon c. extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper 12 scallions 6 stalk green garlic or baby leeks 2 tbsp. Chopped mint 1 c. sorrel or arugula leaves Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan, cover the quinoa with the water and bring to a boil. Cover and cook over moderately low heat until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, crushed3-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk3 teaspoons raspberry extract1 teaspoon rum extract1/4 cup pink sanding sugar Preparation Mix wafer crumbs and 1-1/3 cups coconut. Stir in milk and extracts. In a shallow bowl, combine sugar and remaining coconut. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; roll in coconut mixture. Refrigerate in airtight containers.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup raspberry jamGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons evaporated milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3 pounds small red potatoes, quartered2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted2 cups sliced onions1 cup milk1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon dried marjoram3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over potatoes. Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours. Uncover and bake 10-20 minutes longer or until bubbly and potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups whole wheat pastry flour1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed1-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed (3-4 stalks)1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup fat-free milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractCoarse sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add rhubarb; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds)2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDIP:1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons maple syrup Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Peel, halve and seed squash; cut into 3x1/2-in. strips. Spread in a greased foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan; toss with oil. Roast until tender and lightly browned, 25-30 minutes, stirring once. Sprinkle with seasonings. Mix dip ingredients; serve with squash.

Ingredients 1 boneless, skin-on turkey breast (about 2 1/2 lbs.) 2 tsp. kosher salt 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened 3 tbsp. honey mustard 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh sage Finely grated zest of 1 orange 1 c. (about 4 oz.) Fisher Chopped Pecans Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375° with a rack in the center position. Season the turkey breast with 1 teaspoon salt; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup finely chopped nutsAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in nuts. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Preheat oven to 350°. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 3/4 cup unsweetened apple cider or juice1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves6 medium apples, peeled and quartered (3 pounds) Preparation Place the apple juice, sugar, cinnamon and cloves in a blender; cover and process until blended. Adding 3-4 apple pieces at a time, cover and process until smooth. Pour into a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 packages (6-1/2 ounces each) pizza crust mix1-1/2 cups pizza sauce1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained1 medium onion, chopped1 cup chopped green pepper2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Prepare both packages of pizza dough according to directions. On a floured surface, knead dough several times; divide into six portions. Roll each into an 8-in. circle. Place on greased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cold whole milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconutMaraschino cherries Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Stir in pineapple. Fold in whipped topping. Split cake horizontally into three layers. Place the bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with 1-1/3 cups pineapple mixture....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked penne pasta1-1/2 pounds smoked Polish sausage or kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch slices2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 jar (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained3 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided1-1/3 cups 2% milk4 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons Dijon mustard4 garlic cloves, minced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sausage, soup, sauerkraut, 2 cups cheese, milk, onions, mustard and garlic....