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Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened6 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:6 ounces bulk Italian sausage1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 tablespoon minced chives1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon saltDash cayenne pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Beat butter, cream cheese and flour until smooth. Shape tablespoonfuls of dough into 36 balls; press onto the bottom and up the sides of greased miniature muffin cups. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and crumble....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups whole milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant coconut cream pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toastedMaraschino cherries, optional Preparation Combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter and brown sugar in a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn dogs, thawed1/2 cup pizza sauce3 tablespoons chopped ripe olives1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Remove stick from each corn dog; cut into 1-in. slices. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with pizza sauce. Top with olives, mushrooms and cheese. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and corn dogs are heated through....

Ingredients 1 package (1 ounce) dried porcini mushrooms2 cups boiling water1/2 cup chopped shallots1/3 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon minced garlic1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice1 cup white wine3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth, warmed1-1/2 cups diced fully cooked ham5 ounces fontinella cheese, shredded1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper Preparation In a large bowl, soak mushrooms in boiling water for 5 minutes or until completely hydrated; drain. In a Dutch oven, saute mushrooms and shallots in butter for 3-4 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1-1/2 cups water2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 jar (24 ounces) meatless pasta sauce1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup chopped celery3/4 cup chopped onion3/4 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup frozen corn2 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperOptional toppings: Sour cream, cubed avocado, diced jalapeno peppers...

Ingredients 1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon each ground ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg1 cup canned pumpkin2/3 cup 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar3 cups butter pecan ice cream6 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and spices. Stir in pumpkin and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg1/2 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup canola oil1 cup chopped peeled tart apple1/4 cup raisinsCRUMB TOPPING:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon cold butter Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Combine the egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin4 large eggs1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup hot water1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed, undrainedFROSTING:1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping (4.5 cups), thawed1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed, undrainedFresh raspberries, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, gelatin, eggs, oil and water; beat on low speed for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cake flour1 tablespoon matcha (green tea powder)3 large eggs, separated, room temperature5 tablespoons sugar, divided1/4 cup whole milk1 tablespoon avocado or canola oil1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractConfectioners’ sugarFILLING:3/4 cup fresh raspberries2 tablespoons sugar, divided2/3 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of a greased 15x10x1-in. cake pan with parchment. Sift cake flour and matcha powder together twice. In another large bowl, beat egg yolks and 1 tablespoon sugar until slightly thickened....

Ingredients 2 lb. red-snapper fillets salt fresh-ground black pepper 16 large bottled grape leaves 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 4 tbsp. butter 2 cloves garlic Grated zest of 1 lemon 1 tbsp. capers 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1Light the grill or heat the broiler. Sprinkle the fish with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Overlap two of the grape leaves and put a piece of the fish in the center....

Ingredients 1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon chili powder, divided1 lean boneless top loin pork roast (3 pounds)1/2 cup apple jelly1/2 cup barbecue sauce Preparation Rub garlic, salt and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder over roast. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. In a small saucepan, combine the apple jelly, barbecue sauce and remaining chili powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon dill weed Preparation Place the salmon skin side down on a greased broiler pan. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 10-16 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Serve with the salmon.

Ingredients 1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1 beef chuck pot roast (3 to 4 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 cup water1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon dried thymeAll-purpose flour Preparation Combine first four ingredients; rub onto roast. In a skillet, brown roast in oil. Place in a roasting pan. Add water, onion, green pepper, garlic and seasonings....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked vermicelli1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound bay scallops1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1/3 cup prepared pesto Preparation Cook vermicelli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter, garlic powder, oregano and pepper over medium heat. Add scallops and wine; cook and stir for 5-6 minutes or until scallops are firm and opaque. Reduce heat to low....

Ingredients 1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1 pound ground beef3 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1-1/4 teaspoons chili powder3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the hash browns and soup. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1-1/2 cups chopped cabbage2 medium carrots, chopped1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds1/2 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf1/2 cup sour cream1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Combine the first 11 ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until vegetables are tender, 8-10 hours....

Ingredients 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion 2 celery ribs 1 small carrot 6 clove garlic 4 3-inch strips of orange zest 4 thyme sprigs 2 tsp. fennel seeds 2 tsp. coriander seeds pinch of saffron threads 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 can whole tomatoes 2 bottle clam juice 3/4 c. dry red wine 1/2 c. ruby port 1 3/4 lb. skinless grouper or red snapper fillets 1/2 lb....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup quick-cooking oats2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltPinch ground cinnamon1-2/3 cups 2% milk1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten3/4 cup canned pumpkin2 tablespoons canola oilOptional: semisweet chocolate chips, raisins, sugared cranberries, pumpkin seeds, whipped cream, butter, maple syrup, or additional ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, wheat germ, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. In a small bowl, whisk milk, egg, pumpkin and oil; stir into dry ingredients just moistened....

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream1 cup mayonnaise1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 tablespoon chopped green onion, optionalAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cheese, tomatoes and bacon. Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with green onion if desired. Serve with crackers.

Ingredients 6 clove garlic 6 pasilla chiles (see Note) 1/4 c. honey 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 tsp. Mexican dried oregano tsp. ground cumin kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 2 8-bone racks of lamb (not frenched) olive oil Chopped red onion Parsley Queso Añejo (see Note) Preparation Step 1Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle. Add the garlic and toast over moderate heat until the skin is blackened in spots, 10 minutes....