Ingredients 1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple1/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup vinegar1 cup grated carrots Preparation In a bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Drain pineapple, reserving 1 cup juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use). Set the pineapple aside. In a saucepan, bring reserved juice to a boil. Remove from the heart. Stir in sugar, salt and gelatin mixture until dissolved....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons mayonnaise4 teaspoons barbecue sauce4 slices French bread2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 thin slices deli ham4 slices tomato4 thin slices deli turkey2 tablespoons butter, softened Preparation Combine mayonnaise and barbecue sauce; spread over one side of each slice of bread. Top two slices with half of the cheese; layer with ham, tomato, turkey and remaining cheese. Top with remaining bread. Spread outside of sandwiches with butter. In a skillet, toast sandwiches over medium heat until bread is lightly browned on both sides....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening4 cups packed brown sugar4 large eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract6 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking soda3 teaspoons cream of tartar1 teaspoon salt1 package English toffee bits (10 ounces) or almond brickle chips (7-1/2 ounces)1 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, beat the butter, shortening and brown sugar for 2 minutes or until mixture resembles wet sand. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients Basic Simple Syrup 10 lemongrass stalks 8 c. cold water 8 white tea bags ice cubes Preparation Step 1Prepare the Basic Simple Syrup as directed, adding half of the chopped lemongrass, before bringing it to a boil. Remove from the heat and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain the lemongrass syrup into a large measuring cup.Step 2In a large saucepan, combine the remaining chopped lemongrass with the cold water and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce2 cups water1 large sweet red pepper, chopped1/4 cup Italian salad dressing1 teaspoon garlic powder10 uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into 2-in. pieces1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in pasta sauce, water, red pepper, dressing and garlic powder. Bring to a boil; stir in noodles....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large apples1 cup dried figs, halved1/2 pound Brie cheese, rind removed, sliced1 sheet refrigerated pie crust Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Spread butter over bottom of a small cast-iron skillet or shallow 1-qt. baking dish; sprinkle evenly with sugar. Peel, quarter and core apples; arrange in a circular pattern over sugar, rounded side down. Place figs around apples. Place skillet over medium heat; cook until sugar is caramelized and apples have softened slightly, 10-12 minutes....

Ingredients 1 beef flank steak (2 pounds), cut into thin strips1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained2 garlic cloves, minced1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or parsley1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium green pepper, julienned8 flour tortillas (8 inches)Optional: Sour cream, salsa and shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Place beef in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, chili powder, cumin and salt; pour over beef....

Ingredients 1/2 cup whipped topping1/4 cup Miracle Whip1 cup miniature marshmallows1 medium banana, sliced1 small apple, chopped1 cup cubed fresh pineapple1/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, combine whipped topping and Miracle Whip; set aside. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt marshmallows; stir until smooth. Stir into whipped topping mixture. Gently stir in fruits. Just before serving, sprinkle with walnuts.

Ingredients 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 pound boneless beef chuck steak, cut into 1-inch cubes1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage, cooked and drained2 medium onions, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 cup hot chunky salsa1/3 cup medium pearl barley2 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons jarred roasted minced garlic1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cumin4 cups beef stock2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blendCorn chips...

Ingredients 8 bacon strips, finely chopped1 large onion, chopped1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and cut into 1/2-inch slices2 pounds medium red potatoes, cut into chunks1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1/2 cup water1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon to drain....

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon cider vinegar3 cups shredded carrots1/2 cup dried cranberries1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the pineapple juice, honey, lemon juice and vinegar until smooth. Add the carrots, cranberries and ginger; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1 large egg2 cups cooked stuffing1-1/4 cups finely chopped cooked turkey1/2 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup crushed cornflakes1 tablespoon canola oilCranberry sauce and turkey gravy, optional Preparation In a large bowl, mix egg, stuffing, turkey, cranberries and mayonnaise. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties. Coat with crushed cornflakes. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties in batches; cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 cup shortening1 large egg, room temperature5 tablespoons cold water1 teaspoon white vinegarFILLING:3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb (1/2-inch pieces)2 cups sliced peeled tart apples1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon lemon juice1 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the egg, water and vinegar; stir into flour mixture until a ball forms....

Ingredients 3 cups cubed cooked chicken2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and chopped1 cup crumbled feta cheese2/3 cup sliced ripe olives1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup mayonnaise3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup plain yogurt1 tablespoon dried oregano Preparation In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cucumbers, cheese, olives and parsley. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Toss with chicken mixture. Cover and refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten2 medium green peppers, chopped1 large onion, finely chopped1/4 cup chopped celery leaves1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 envelope onion soup mix2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 pound bulk pork sausage4 bacon strips, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, green peppers, onion, celery leaves, parsley and soup mix. Crumble beef and sausage over the mixture and mix well. Shape into a 12x4-in. loaf....

Ingredients 2 hard-boiled egg yolks, pressed through a fine strainer 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 tsp. white wine vinegar salt Freshly cracked black pepper 1 c. sunflower or canola oil 2 tsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. capers 1 tbsp. chopped chervil 1 tbsp. chopped gherkin 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce Preparation Step 1Ensure that all the ingredients are at room temperature, in particular the eggs and oil: this makes emulsifying easier.Step 2Put the egg yolks, mustard, and vinegar in a mixing bowl....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cucumber ranch salad dressing1/4 teaspoon dill weed2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 medium apple, cored and cut into 1/4-inch rings2 cups mixed salad greens1-1/4 cups sliced cucumber Preparation In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and dill. Pour 1/4 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 20 minutes. Refrigerate remaining dressing. Drain and discard marinade....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided2 teaspoons olive oil8 ounces uncooked fettuccine6 tablespoons butter, cubed2 cups heavy whipping cream3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 cup grated Romano cheese1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 large egg yolks, lightly beatenMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat until a thermometer registers 165°, 8-10 minutes, turning once....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 egg, lightly beaten2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained1 can (20 ounces) pears, drained and chopped3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced2 large unpeeled apples, chopped1 cup pecan halves Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and flour; stir in reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 2-3/4 cups crushed pretzel sticks1 cup sugar, divided 3/4 cup butter, melted1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup butter, softened2 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, divided 1/2 cup milk chocolate chipsAdditional crushed pretzel sticks, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine crushed pretzels and 1/3 cup sugar with melted butter. Using the bottom of a glass, press onto bottom and up the side of a greased 9-in....