Ingredients 3 to 4 medium baking potatoes, baked5 bacon strips, diced2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted3-1/2 cups 2% milk2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon pepperDash Liquid Smoke, optional1 cup sour creamShredded cheddar cheese Preparation Peel and dice the baked potatoes; set aside. In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp....

Ingredients 4 cups broccoli florets2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 green onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup chicken or vegetable broth1 tablespoon cornstarch2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantroHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry broccoli in oil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 cups self-rising flour1-1/2 cups water1 teaspoon salt, divided3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided10 cups shredded carrotsOil for frying Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the flour, water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until smooth. Stir in carrots. In a small bowl, combine the remaining salt, cayenne and pepper; set aside. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop spoonfuls of carrot mixture, a few at a time, into oil; cook for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently....

Ingredients 1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)4 tablespoons butter, softened, divided15 garlic cloves, halved1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth, divided1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup lemon juice1 to 2 tablespoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder10 red potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into large chunks2 cups baby carrots1 medium red onion, thinly sliced Preparation Rub inside of chicken with 2 tablespoons butter. With a sharp knife, cut 16 small slits in chicken breast, drumsticks and thighs....

Ingredients 2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), split lengthwise1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper1/3 cup apricot spreadable fruit1 tablespoon orange juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place hens, breast side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes. In a small bowl, combine spreadable fruit and orange juice. Spoon some of the apricot mixture over the hens. Bake until golden brown and juices run clear, 30-35 minutes, basting several times with remaining apricot mixture....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed4 celery ribs, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds day-old gluten-free bread, cubed 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth or vegetable broth Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add celery and onions; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup cold butterFILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and confectioners’ sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 12 minutes. For filling, in a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients....

Ingredients 1 pound flaked cooked whitefish, cod or haddock1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs3 large eggs, beaten2 to 4 tablespoons water1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups Italian-seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons vegetable oilTartar sauce and lemon wedges, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the first nine ingredients; mix well. Shape into 12 patties, adding additional water if needed; coat with the Italian bread crumbs....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and chopped3/4 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth1/4 cup chicken broth1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)2 teaspoons Greek seasoning or seasoning of your choice5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups)...

Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the asparagus on an ungreased baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; turn to coat. Bake at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until tender.

Ingredients 9 cups torn red leaf lettuce1 medium pear, chopped1 small red onion, halved and sliced1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese1/3 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toastedDRESSING:1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation In a large serving bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Just before serving, shake dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1 tablespoon sugar3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix Preparation Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Stir in biscuit mix and turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Divide and shape dough into 24 small balls. Place on greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds ground pork1/2 pound ground beef1/4 pound ground veal1 cup grated peeled potatoes1/2 cup grated onion3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried savory1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 eggDough for double-crust pie Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pork, beef, veal, potatoes and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 20 uncooked lasagna noodles1 carton (32 ounces) whole-milk ricotta cheese2-1/2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend, divided2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese6 large eggs, beaten, divided use4 teaspoons Italian seasoning, dividedOil for deep-fat frying2-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce, warmed1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce, warmed Preparation Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions for al dente. In a large bowl, combine ricotta, 1-1/4 cups Italian cheese blend, mozzarella, 2 eggs and 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup halved green grapes1/2 cup ranch salad dressing Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, oranges and grapes. Drain and rinse pasta with cold water; add to chicken mixture. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.Easy Asian Noodles: Substitute 8 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti for bow tie pasta, adding a 10-ounce package of julienned carrots and 1/2 pound sugar snap peas during last minute of cooking....

Ingredients 2 pounds small red potatoes4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Peel a narrow strip of skin around the center of each potato. Place potatoes in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 20-30 minutes or until tender. In a serving bowl, combine the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 2/3 cup sugar1 cup unsweetened apple cider or juice2 tablespoons cider vinegar7 medium apples, peeled and chopped (about 7 cups)3 teaspoons apple pie spice2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 packages (17.3 ounces each) frozen puff pastry, thawed4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 to 2 teaspoons half-and-half cream Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, spread sugar; cook, without stirring, over medium-low heat until it begins to melt. Cook until melted sugar turns a medium amber color, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup white baking chips1-3/4 cups plain M&M’s, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars and vanilla until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture....

Ingredients 6 cups sliced fresh strawberries1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractSHORTCAKE:3 cups all-purpose flour5 tablespoons sugar, divided 3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup cold butter, cubed1-1/4 cups buttermilk2 tablespoons heavy whipping creamTOPPING:1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Combine strawberries with sugar and vanilla; mash slightly. Let stand at least 30 minutes, tossing occasionally. Preheat oven to 400°. For shortcakes, whisk together flour, 4 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar2 large eggs1-1/4 cups 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon baking sodaCOATING:1 cup coarse sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....