Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 large egg, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon almond extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon saltRed decorating gel1/2 cup sliced almonds Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in the egg and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Divide dough into fourths. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 6 cups quick-cooking oats4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 large eggs, room temperature2 cups 2% milk1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup canola oil1 cup shredded apple1 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toastedAdditional 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, mix oats, baking powder and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, brown sugar and oil until blended; stir into oat mixture. Fold in apple, cranberries and walnuts....

Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup ground pecans1/3 cup butter, melted1/4 cup sugar1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple3 medium firm bananas, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3-1/2 cups cold milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant lemon pudding mixTOPPING:1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1/2 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, pecans, butter and sugar. Press into an ungreased 13-in....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 teaspoon olive oil1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste1 cup water2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation In a large nonstick saucepan, saute the mushrooms, onion and peppers in oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, basil, oregano, garlic powder and salt....

Ingredients 1 sheet (roughly 8.7-oz) puff pastry, thawed if frozen 6 oz. cream cheese, softened 3 tbsp. powdered sugar 1 large egg, divided 1/2 tsp. lemon zest 1/4 tsp. kosher salt Vegetable oil, for greasing 1/4 c. raspberry jam 2 tsp. granulated sugar 3/4 c. powdered sugar 2 -3 tsp. milk Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400° and place a medium baking sheet in to preheat. In a large bowl using a hand mixer or whisk, beat cream cheese until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened applesauce1/3 cup canola oil1/4 cup whole milk1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup All-Bran3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole wheat flour1/3 cup packed brown sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup golden raisins Preparation In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, oil, milk and egg. Stir in bran; let stand for 5 minutes. In another bowl, combine the flours, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; stir in bran mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter8 cups torn fresh spinach1 cup shredded Gouda cheese6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled4 large eggs2 cups half-and-half cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Line a deep-dish 9-in. pie plate with pastry. Trim and flute edge. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Place on a wire rack....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups orange juice1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon ground cloves1 tablespoon molasses2 to 3 teaspoons ground mustard2 to 3 teaspoons ground ginger3 bone-in fully cooked ham steaks (1 pound each and 3/8 inch thick) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour 1-1/2 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add ham steaks. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-2 hours....

Ingredients 4 medium sweet yellow or orange peppers1-1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken1-1/2 cups cooked brown rice1 cup prepared pesto1/2 cup shredded Havarti cheeseFresh basil leaves, optional Preparation Cut peppers lengthwise in half; remove stems and seeds. Place peppers on a baking sheet, skin side up. Broil 4 in. from heat until skins blister, about 5 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chicken, rice and pesto....

Ingredients 3 cups sugar1/2 cup light corn syrup1 cup water1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon salt1 jar (16 ounces) unsalted dry roasted peanuts1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon water1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Grease two baking sheets and keep warm in a 200° oven. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and 1 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until a candy thermometer reaches 240° (soft-ball stage). Stir in butter, salt and peanuts....

Ingredients 2 large eggplant, sliced into 1/2" coins 2 eggs 1 c. panko bread crumbs 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 2 c. marinara 12 oz. mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/2 c. grated Parmesan Fresh basil, for garnish Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Place eggplant on paper towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle each piece with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes and pat dry. Step 2Spread about a third of the sauce in the bottom of a slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 envelope taco seasoning1 cup water2 prebaked 12-inch pizza crusts1 can (16 ounces) refried beans3/4 cup salsa2 cups coarsely crushed tortilla chips2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseOptional: shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes; set aside....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 2 cups butter, softened, divided2 cups sugar1 tablespoon light corn syrup1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup milk chocolate chips1 cup chopped pecans Preparation Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, melt the remaining butter. Add the sugar, corn syrup and salt; cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 295° (hard-crack stage). Quickly pour into prepared pan. Let stand at room temperature until cool, about 1 hour....

Ingredients 6 small red potatoes, halved1-1/2 cups canola oil1/3 cup lemon juice1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup white wine vinegar1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons prepared mustard2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley3 teaspoons pepper2 garlic cloves, minced2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each), cut into 1-inch cubes3 medium ears sweet corn, cut into 1-inch wheels1 large onion, cut into wedges1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 package (11-1/2 ounces) cherry tomatoes1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups cubed fresh pineapple...

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 medium onions, chopped4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained8 medium carrots, thinly sliced4 celery ribs, thinly sliced2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 cups water1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice3 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Add the tomatoes, carrots, celery, potatoes, water, rice, salt and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 10 uncooked lasagna noodles1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 jar (26 ounces) pasta sauce1-3/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, dividedMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in cream cheese and 1/3 cup pasta sauce....

Ingredients 12 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted1/4 cup chopped green onions2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon lemon juiceDash salt and pepper12 thin slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed9 medium carrots, peeledAdditional cream cheese36 almond slices Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, chopped almonds, onions, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper until blended. Spread over bread slices. Cut each into three 1-in.-wide strips. Cut carrots in half widthwise, then cut in half lengthwise....

Ingredients 24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium zucchini, shredded and squeezed dry1/2 pound baby portobello mushrooms, chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped2 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheese1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese1/2 cup grated Romano cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 jar (24 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook shells according to package directions for al dente; drain and rinse in cold water....

Ingredients 2 oz. sliced pepperoni 1 clove garlic 1 c. panko (Japanese bread crumbs) 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 lb. broccoli salt 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a mini food processor, pulse the pepperoni with the garlic until finely chopped. Add the panko and pulse just to combine.Step 2In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil....

Ingredients 4 celery ribs4 medium carrots2 large onions2 garlic cloves, peeled4 pounds ground pork2 pounds ground veal2 pounds bulk pork sausage1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon ground mace1 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup dry bread crumbsDough for 4 double-crust pies Preparation Coarsely chop celery, carrots and onions; place in a food processor with garlic....