Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)5-1/4 to 5-3/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided4 tablespoons sugar, divided3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups hot water (120° to 130°)1 envelope onion soup mix3 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1/2 cup flour, 2 tablespoons sugar and salt; beat until smooth, about 1 minute. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil5 large sweet onions, sliced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth1-2/3 cups water1-1/4 cups apple cider or juice1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper7 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)3/4 cup grated reduced-fat Swiss cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven or large kettle, melt butter. Add olive oil and onions. Cover and cook over low heat until onions are soft, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/3 cup hot waterOil for deep-fat fryingOptional Seasoned Taco Meat, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapeno pepper and shredded lettuce Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir in hot water to form a soft dough. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 6-in....

Ingredients 8 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubesGARLIC DIPPING SAUCE:4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup (8 ounces) reduced-fat plain yogurt Preparation Place garlic and salt in a small bowl; crush with the back of a sturdy spoon. Add cilantro and coriander; crush together....

Ingredients 5 cups halved small pattypan squash (about 1-1/4 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place squash in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix oil, garlic, salt, oregano, thyme and pepper; drizzle over squash. Toss to coat. Roast until tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parsley.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, cubed2/3 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup molasses1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground clovesMiniature chocolate chipsDecorating icing and sprinkles Preparation In a small saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar and molasses. Cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a large bowl; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in egg and vanilla....

Ingredients 4 cartons (32 ounces each) vegetable broth1 cup kosher salt1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon whole peppercorns1-1/2 teaspoons whole allspice1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot4 quarts cold water2 turkey-size oven roasting bags1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)1 cup water1 medium apple, sliced1 small onion, sliced1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)4 fresh rosemary sprigs6 fresh sage leaves1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a stockpot, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls1/2 teaspoon garlic powder5 ounces Gouda cheese, cut into 24 pieces Preparation Unroll crescent dough into one long rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Sprinkle with garlic powder. Cut into 24 pieces; lightly press onto the bottom and up the sides of ungreased miniature muffin cups. Bake at 375° for 3 minutes. Place a piece of cheese in each cup. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until golden brown and cheese is melted....

Ingredients 8 small red potatoes, halved2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled16 marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained16 pitted Greek olives1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place potatoes in a large bowl. Add oil, dill, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast 40-50 minutes or until tender. Cut avocado half into 8 slices; halve crosswise....

Ingredients 3 large apples, peeled and thinly sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice2 cups fresh cranberries1/2 cup raisins1/4 cup chopped walnuts3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegPastry for single-crust pie 2 tablespoons butterTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice; add the cranberries, raisins and walnuts. Combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, cinnamon and nutmeg; add to apple mixture and toss gently to coat....

Ingredients 1 c. butter, softened 1 c. packed brown sugar 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 1/3 c. all-purpose flour 1 3/4 c. rolled oats 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. kosher salt raisins white chocolate chips dried cranberries cookie icing Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350º and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Step 2In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar....

Ingredients 1 jar (11-1/2 ounces) pepperoncini1 boneless beef chuck roast (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)1/4 cup water1-3/4 teaspoons dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 large onion, sliced and quartered12 hard rolls, split Preparation Drain the pepperoncini, reserving liquid. Remove and discard stems of peppers; set peppers aside. Cut roast into large chunks; place a third of the meat in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add water....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips4 teaspoons shortening3/4 cup ground walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. With lightly floured hands, shape tablespoonfuls into 2-in. logs. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges and bottom are lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn3/4 cup crushed saltines (about 22 crackers)1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon baking powderOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, corn, cracker crumbs, sugar and baking powder (batter will be soft). In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded teaspoonfuls; fry in batches until golden brown, about 1 minute on each side....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 cup molasses1 cup buttermilk6 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup golden raisins1 cup chopped datesFROSTING:3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg; beat in molasses and buttermilk....

Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons garlic-herb seasoning blend1/2 cup finely grated Asiago cheese Preparation Using a box grater or a food processor fitted with the steel blade, finely shred cauliflower (about 6 cups). In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter, oil and seasoning blend over medium-high heat. When butter is melted, stir in cauliflower, working in batches if necessary....

Ingredients CAKE:1 cup raisins1 cup molasses1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup canola oil1/3 cup each strong brewed coffee and orange juice2 tablespoons water3 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder1 tablespoon ground ginger1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, mace and nutmegGLAZE:2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1-1/4 cups sugar6 tablespoons cornstarch2 cups water3 egg yolks3 tablespoons butter, cubed1/3 cup lemon juice2 teaspoons white vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons lemon extractMERINGUE:1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons water1 tablespoon cornstarch3 egg whites1 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch salt6 tablespoons sugar Preparation Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice....

Ingredients 2 ounces cream cheese, softened2 ounces crumbled blue cheese8 slices sourdough bread3/4 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced1/4 cup olive oil Preparation In a small bowl, mix cream cheese and blue cheese until blended. Spread over bread slices. Layer 4 of the slices with roast beef and onion; top with remaining bread slices. Brush outsides of sandwiches with oil. In a large skillet, toast sandwiches over medium heat until golden brown, 4-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper4 slices rye bread with caraway seeds3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 tablespoon butter, softened Preparation In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion and peppers until tender. Divide between 2 bread slices. Top with cheese and remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter. In a large skillet, toast sandwiches over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes per side....