Ingredients 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. water 1/2 vanilla bean 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter 2 tbsp. heavy cream 1 lb. cream cheese 2 c. all-purpose flour 2 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. ground ginger 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1 1/4 c. light brown sugar 4 large eggs 3/4 c. vegetable oil 1 can pumpkin puree...
Ingredients 2 packages devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1 cup canola oil4 large eggsFILLING:8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mixes, oil and eggs until well blended. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Do not flatten. Bake at 350° until set, 8-10 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing to wire racks (cookies will flatten as they cool)....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon sugar1/2 cup walnut halves2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens3 medium pears, peeled and sliced1/2 cup fresh raspberries2 ounces Cambozola cheese, cubedVINAIGRETTE:1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons raspberry vinaigrette1 shallot, minced2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small heavy skillet over low heat, stir honey and sugar until sugar is melted; add walnuts. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until nuts are toasted....
Ingredients DOUGH:2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening1 large egg, beaten1/2 cup whole milkFILLING:2 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup sugar3 to 4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarbSYRUP:1-1/2 cups water1 cup sugarFew drops red food coloring, optionalWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, sift together dry ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine egg and milk; add to crumb mixture, stirring just until moistened....
Ingredients 1/4 cup minced fresh rosemary1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper1-1/2 teaspoons salt2 racks of lamb (1-1/2 pounds each)1 tablespoon olive oilSAUCE:3/4 cup fresh parsley leaves2/3 cup fresh basil leaves1/3 cup each fresh cilantro leaves, mint leaves, oregano leaves and thyme leaves1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh chives1/3 cup chopped shallots2 garlic cloves, crushed3 tablespoons grated lemon zest1/2 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup olive oil Preparation Mix rosemary, pepper and salt; rub over lamb....
Ingredients 1 lb. brussels sprouts, shredded 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 c. quinoa 1/2 c. diced red onion 2 tsp. minced garlic 2 tsp. red wine vinegar 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 c. Freshly Chopped Parsley Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450° and line a half sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread Brussels sprouts over pan, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper....
Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)1 cup chopped pecans3 cups miniature marshmallows1/2 cup milk1/2 cup butter, cubed2 ounces unsweetened chocolate3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Prepare brownie mix according to package directions for fudge-like brownies; stir in pecans. Spread batter into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with marshmallows....
Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon smoked paprika1 pouch (6 ounces) boneless skinless pink salmon1 tablespoon olive oil2 everything bagels, split and toasted4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon capers, drained1 medium tomato, sliced1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced into ringsSnipped fresh dill, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs, garlic powder and smoked paprika. Add salmon and mix lightly but thoroughly....
Ingredients 8 medium ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced1/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground gingerTOPPING:1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup cold butter, cubedFresh mint leaves, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Toss pears with orange juice; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine the sugar, cinnamon, allspice and ginger; sprinkle over pears....
Ingredients 2 sheets refrigerated pie crustFILLING:1/2 cup raisins1 cup water1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1/2 cup packed light brown sugar1/3 cup butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecansVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Line 12 muffin cups with foil liners. (Do not use paper-lined foil liners.) On a work surface, unroll crust. Cut 12 circles with a floured 4-in....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon paprika2 teaspoons dried ground thyme2 teaspoons dried ground oregano1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt1-1/2 teaspoons pepper1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes4 beef ribeye steaks (1-1/2 inches thick and 8 ounces each) Preparation Combine all seasonings. Sprinkle over steaks, pressing mixture into both sides to help it adhere. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours. Remove steaks; blot with paper towels to remove any surface moisture, taking care to leave as much garlic mixture on steaks as possible....
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts3 tablespoons olive oilAssorted crackers Preparation Line a 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan with plastic wrap. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and garlic powder until blended; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, butter, parsley, garlic, basil and marjoram until blended....
Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup prepared pesto1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 French bread baguette (1 pound), thinly sliced Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, pesto, salt and pepper. Pour into a shallow serving bowl; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with bread.
Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced beets1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup white vinegar1/2 cinnamon stick6 whole cloves, optional8 hard-boiled large eggs, peeled Preparation Drain beets, reserving juice. Add enough water to juice to measure 3/4 cup; place in saucepan. Add sugar, vinegar, cinnamon stick and cloves if desired; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Place eggs in a bowl; top with beets. Pour liquid over all. Cover and chill for 4 hours or overnight....
Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash ground ginger4 slices prepared angel food cake (1 inch thick)Confectioners’ sugarToasted sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the pineapple, sugar, cream, cinnamon and ginger. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, place the cake on a baking sheet and sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar. Broil 5-6 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown....
Ingredients 2 packages (14 ounces each) deluxe macaroni and cheese dinner mix1/2 cup sour cream1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, drained1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce1 small green pepper, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend2 ounces sliced pepperoni Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente. Drain; return to pan. Stir in contents of cheese packets and sour cream....
Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup butter-flavored shortening2 to 3 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:2 cups fresh sliced plums (about 3 large)3 tablespoons plus 1/4 teaspoon sugar, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cut in the shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1-1/2 hours....
Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups shredded smoked white cheddar cheese1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup dried cranberries, minced2 tablespoons white wine1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained and patted dry1 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts, divided 4 tablespoons minced fresh chives, divided 1 cup pomegranate seedsBaked pita chips or assorted crackers Preparation Beat first six ingredients until blended....
Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoons salt2 cups rolled oats Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in water and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in oats. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown....
Ingredients 1 cup sugar, divided1/4 cups water 1-1/2 cups fat-free evaporated milk3 large eggs1 large egg white1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon each ground ginger, cinnamon and cloves1 cup canned pumpkin1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small heavy skillet over medium-low heat, combine 1/3 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar begins to melt. Cook without stirring until amber, about 20 minutes. Quickly pour into 6 ungreased 6-oz....
