Ingredients 1 medium shallot 1 sprig fresh thyme c. sherry vinegar 1 c. Extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp. honey Juice of 1 lemon salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. chopped chives, tarragon, or flat-leaf parsley 3/4 lb. jumbo lump crabmeat 2 tangerines 1/4 lb. shrimp Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 tbsp. lemon mayonnaise (homemade or store-bought) or agrumato (lemon-infused olive oil, available at specialty markets) 2 ripe avocados...

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix2 cans (11 ounces each) Mexicorn, drained, divided3 medium tomatoes, diced3/4 cup chopped green pepper1 medium onion, chopped1 cup mayonnaise4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Prepare cornbread batter according to package directions; stir in one can of Mexicorn. Bake according to package directions. Cool and crumble. In a large bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and remaining corn. Add mayonnaise; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon maple flavoring2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup chopped nutsFROSTING:1/2 cup butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons maple flavoring2 to 3 tablespoons hot water Preparation In a large bowl, cream together shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in sour cream and maple flavoring....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 tablespoon orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zest3/4 teaspoon curry powder4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), room temperature2 cups finely shredded Chinese or napa cabbage1 small red onion, thinly sliced1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained2/3 cup dried cranberries1/2 pound thinly sliced deli smoked turkey Preparation Combine the mayonnaise, orange juice, zest and curry; spread over tortillas. Top with cabbage, onion, oranges, cranberries and turkey. Roll up....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced4 large fresh mushrooms, sliced3 medium tomatoes, sliced1 small zucchini, thinly sliced1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 15x10-in. rectangle....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 medium zucchini squash, cut into julienne strips1 sweet red pepper, cut into julienne strips1 green pepper, cut into julienne strips1 yellow pepper, cut into julienne strips1/2 teaspoon seasoned saltDash pepper Preparation In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute vegetables until crisp-tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Ingredients 5 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced1 medium red onion, thinly sliced1 package (6 ounces) crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar1 tablespoon dried oregano Preparation On a serving platter, layer tomatoes and onion. Top with feta cheese and olives. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and oregano; drizzle over salad. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1/2 cup red wine vinegar1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 cup olive oil1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 large bunch romaine, torn (12 cups)1-1/2 cups Caesar salad croutons1 cup halved cherry tomatoes2/3 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 4 hours....

Ingredients Brownie for Ice Cream Sandwiches4 cups peanut butter ice cream with peanut butter cup pieces, softened8 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter1 teaspoon shorteningChopped Reese’s pieces, optional Preparation Prepare, bake and cool Brownie for Ice Cream Sandwiches according to recipe directions. Cut brownie in half widthwise. Spread ice cream over one brownie half. Turn over remaining brownie half; place over ice cream. Cover and freeze for 2 hours or until firm....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 pound boneless country-style pork ribs, cubed2 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves1 tablespoon white wine1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepperDash ground allspice or cinnamon4-1/2 cups water, divided 4 small red potatoes, cubed1 medium tart apple, peeled and sliced2 tablespoons cornstarchCooked wild riceChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 4 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 2 stick unsalted butter 2 c. granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Sanding sugar 1 lb. confectioners’ sugar 1/4 c. meringue powder 1/2 c. water Gel-paste food coloring in colors such as violet, lemon yellow, soft pink, or leaf green Preparation Step 1Make the cookies: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.Step 2Beat the butter and granulated sugar with a mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 6 slices bacon, cut into small strips 1 large onion, chopped 1 lb. russet potatoes, cut into small cubes 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. whole milk 3 c. fresh or frozen corn, defrosted and drained if frozen 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 c. white Cheddar kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. Chopped chives, for garnish Preparation Step 1In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, separated1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 cup slivered almonds1 cup each chopped cashews, pecans and walnutsTOPPING:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar3 to 4 teaspoons 2% milkAdditional slivered almonds, salted cashews and pecan and walnut halves, toasted, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed, or shortening1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; add to crumb mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup minced chives2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons minced garlic1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve with fresh vegetables.

Ingredients 3/4 cup strawberry yogurt2 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal4 medium bananas, peeled and cut crosswise in half8 wooden pop sticks Preparation Place yogurt and cereal in separate shallow bowls. Insert pop sticks through cut side of bananas. Dip bananas in yogurt, then roll in cereal to coat. Transfer to waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Freeze until firm, about 1 hour. Transfer to airtight freezer containers; seal containers and return pops to freezer....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup baking cocoa1/3 cup milk1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 pie pastry (9 inches), bakedChocolate curls or chips, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add cocoa alternately with milk; mix well. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into pie shell. Freeze for 8 hours or overnight. Sprinkle with chocolate curls or chips if desired....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup molasses2 teaspoons white vinegar1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon saltROYAL ICING:1-3/4 to 2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons warm water4-1/2 teaspoons meringue powderBlue and violet paste food coloring FONDANT:2 teaspoons water3-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows2 tablespoons shortening2 cups confectioners’ sugar, siftedAdditional confectioners’ sugar for dustingOptional: Coarse sugar and luster dust...

Ingredients 1 large cucumber3/4 cup plain yogurt3/4 cup sour cream3 tablespoons olive oil4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh dill4-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon saltPita bread wedges Preparation Peel cucumber; cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Grate cucumber; squeeze between paper towels several times to remove excess moisture. Place cucumber in a small bowl; stir in the yogurt, sour cream, oil, dill, vinegar, garlic and salt. Refrigerate until chilled....

Ingredients 1 cup gingersnap crumbs (about 18 cookies)2 tablespoons butter1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese1/3 plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs, lightly beaten2 large ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced (about 3-1/2 cups)1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1/2 in. up the sides of a 9-in....