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Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 tablespoon lemon juice1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 to 3 tablespoons mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamFresh dill or parsley, optionalToasted bread rounds or crackers Preparation In a large bowl, combine first eight ingredients. Spread on a serving platter and shape into a loaf or ball. Top with sour cream....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup butter, melted4 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups diced peeled pears Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, ginger, baking soda and nutmeg; set aside. In another bowl, whisk the sugar, oil and butter. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 cup all-purpose flour3 eggs3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup corn syrupDash salt3/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar. Gradually add flour, mixing until blended. Pat into an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until golden. In another small bowl, beat the eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup and salt until smooth....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon buttermilk2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme1 to 2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)2/3 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Mix first five ingredients. To make a double roast, arrange tenderloins side by side, thick end to thin end; tie together with kitchen string at 1-1/2-in. intervals. Place on a rack in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Spread with mustard mixture; cover with bread crumbs, pressing to adhere....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water1/4 cup dill pickle juice1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt2 salmon steaks (1 inch thick)SAUCE:1/4 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons dill or sweet pickle relish1 teaspoon dill pickle juice1 teaspoon Catalina salad dressingChopped sweet red and green pepper, optional Preparation In a large skillet, combine the water, pickle juice, salt and seasoned salt. Bring to a boil. Add salmon; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-16 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 4 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup julienned oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation Preheat broiler. In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper....

Ingredients salt 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. water 1 medium shallot 1/2 lemon 1/2 lb. shiitake mushrooms 1 oz. aged hard goat cheese, such as Etude or goat Gouda 1/4 c. dry white wine 4 baby artichokes 3 medium red potatoes Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan, cover the potatoes with water. Add a large pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer the potatoes over moderately high heat until just tender when pierced with a knife, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled1 large onion1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOil for fryingOptional toppings: applesauce, sour cream, lox, chives, pearl onions and lemon wedges Preparation Coarsely grate potatoes and onion; squeeze mixture to remove as much liquid as possible. Place in a bowl; add egg, salt and pepper. In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1/8 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into hot oil....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin3 cups boiling water, divided2 cups cold water, divided1 package (3 ounces) cherry gelatin1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/2 cup sugar, divided1 envelope unflavored gelatin1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted2 cups heavy whipping cream Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve orange gelatin in 1 cup boiling water; stir in 1/2 cup cold water. Pour into an ice cube tray coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef or turkey1 small onion, choppedSalt and pepper to taste1 package (16 ounces) frozen Tater Tot potatoes1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted2/3 cup 2% milk or water3 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted5 teaspoons sugarFILLING:3 large eggs, separated1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, divided1 cup sugar, divided1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1-1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Press into an 11x7-in. dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes....

Ingredients Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice5 cups sliced peeled fresh pears2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed2 tablespoons butter1 egg1 tablespoon milkAdditional sugar or coarse sugar Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and allspice. Add pears and cranberries; toss to coat. Spoon into crust; dot with butter....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecans2/3 cup butter, melted2 eggs, lightly beaten Preparation In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour and pecans. Combine butter and eggs. Stir into brown sugar mixture. Fill greased and floured miniature muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 22-25 minutes. Immediately remove from pans to wire racks to cool....

Ingredients 36 candy cane kisses or milk chocolate kisses, unwrapped1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg yolk1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour4 to 8 drops red food coloring Preparation Freeze kisses in a covered container for at least 1 hour. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and extracts. Gradually beat flour into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)12 pepperoni slices8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place three slices of pepperoni and one slice of cheese on each. Roll up tightly; secure with toothpicks. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Spoon pizza sauce over top. Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage3/4 cup diced green pepper1 garlic clove, minced1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/4 cup tomato paste1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushedDash pepper8 ounces cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese13 egg roll wrappers1 egg, lightly beatenOil for frying Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium green pepper, chopped, optional1 medium onion, chopped1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce1 teaspoon dried basil3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper if desired, onion and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Add pizza sauce and basil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup barbecue sauce1/2 cup pineapple juice1/4 cup honey mustard1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 3/4-inch cubes5 medium unpeeled tart apples Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container, combine the first six ingredients; mix well. Reserve 1/2 cup for basting and refrigerate. Add pork to remaining marinade and turn to coat. Seal bag or cover container; refrigerate for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the applesauce, vanilla and lemon zest. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture just until blended....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese2 tablespoons butter, optional1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2 to 3 teaspoons chili powderDash hot pepper sauceLarge corn chips Preparation In a saucepan, combine the beans, cheese, butter if desired, onion, garlic, chili powder and hot pepper sauce. Cook over low heat until cheese is melted and dip is heated through. Serve with corn chips.