Ingredients 1 1/4 lb. haricots verts (thin green beans) 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic 1/4 c. cider vinegar 1 tbsp. cider vinegar 2 1/2 tbsp. water 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 1/2 tsp. honey 1/4 tsp. celery seeds 1 medium carrot 1 medium parsnip 1 red bell pepper 1/2 small red onion Worcestershire sauce Hot sauce salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 hard-cooked egg Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the beans until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples3 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons water2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats2 tablespoons cold butterBATTER:1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup canola oilGLAZE:1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 teaspoons 2% milk Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the apples, sugar, water and brown sugar....

Ingredients 1/2 cup milk1/3 cup hot brewed Easy Espresso Preparation Place milk in a 1-cup microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute or until milk is hot and small bubbles form around edge of cup. Place a metal whisk in cup; whisk vigorously by holding whisk handle loosely between palms and quickly rubbing hands back and forth. Remove foam to a small measuring cup as it forms. Continue whisking until foam measures 1/3 cup; set aside....

Ingredients 6 whole pita breads1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) crumbled feta cheese3 teaspoons Italian seasoning3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion1 small tomato, thinly sliced Preparation Place pita breads on an ungreased baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese and Italian seasoning. Top with onion and tomato. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes. Cut into wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed2/3 cup marshmallow creme2/3 cup butter, softened1-1/3 cups confectioners’ sugarOptional flavoring: 2 tablespoons baking cocoa, 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract or 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extractOptional filling: seedless raspberry preserves, blueberry preserves or crushed peppermint candiesAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in cold butter and cream cheese until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....

Ingredients 1 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped1 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup dry red wine8 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractGANACHE:9 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1 cup heavy whipping cream2 fresh rosemary sprigs Preparation Line the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan with parchment; grease the paper. Place pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the chocolate, butter and wine over low heat, stirring constantly while melting....

Ingredients 1/4 c. fresh lime juice kosher salt 4 large boneless chicken thighs with skin 1/2 lb. tomatillos 2 clove garlic 2 serrano chiles 1 small onion 3 tbsp. Cilantro leaves 1 Hass avocado c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1 pinch cayenne pepper vegetable oil Warm corn tortillas Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the lime juice with 1 teaspoon of salt, stirring to dissolve the salt....

Ingredients 8 medium red potatoes, quartered2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium onion, sliced1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (3 pounds)1-1/2 cups water4 orange peel strips (3 inches)3 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Preparation Place the potatoes, carrots and onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cut brisket in half; place over vegetables. Add the water, orange peel and contents of spice packet. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef top loin steak (8 ounces)1 tablespoon A.1. steak sauceMUSHROOMS:1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon sherry or chicken broth1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperSALAD:4 cups torn mixed salad greens10 cherry tomatoes, halved2/3 cup thinly sliced cucumber10 pitted Greek olives1/4 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette Preparation Rub steak on both sides with steak sauce; let stand for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 4 large eggs2 tablespoons fat-free milk1/8 teaspoon salt3 teaspoons olive oil, divided 2 cups sliced baby portobello mushrooms1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 cup fresh baby spinach3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons sliced ripe olivesFreshly ground pepper Preparation Whisk together eggs, milk and salt. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms and onion until golden brown, 5-6 minutes. Stir in spinach until wilted; remove from pan....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 cups torn mixed salad greens1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad greens and tomatoes. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon butter flavoring1 bottle (1 ounce) red food coloring, optional2-1/2 cups cake flour2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vinegarFLUFFY FROSTING:1-1/2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 teaspoons butter flavoringGummy fish and worms, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 green onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon maple syrup2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon sesame oil1/4 teaspoon salt4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Pour 1/4 cup marinade into a large resealable container. Add the salmon; seal container and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 30 minutes....

Ingredients 6 slices day-old Texas toast4 large eggs1 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup crushed cornflakes, optionalConfectioners’ sugar, optionalMaple syrup Preparation Cut each piece of bread into thirds; place in a single layer in an ungreased 13x9-in. dish. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour over bread; soak for 2 minutes, turning once. If desired, coat bread with cornflake crumbs on all sides....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup water1 package (3 ounces) peach or orange gelatin3 cups sliced peeled ripe peaches1 pastry shell (9 inches), bakedWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly and thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Cool. Arrange peaches in crust; pour filling over peaches. Chill for 2 hours or until set....

Ingredients 2/3 cup chopped cucumber2/3 cup chopped peeled mango1/3 cup chopped red onion1/2 serrano pepper, seeded and sliced3 tablespoons lime juice, divided 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/8 teaspoon pepper, divided 1/3 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/8 teaspoon curry powderTACOS:1 teaspoon canola oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 teaspoon curry powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 naan flatbreads, halved, or 8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mintLime wedges...

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream3/4 cup butter, melted, divided3 tablespoons dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (32 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2-1/2 cups crushed cornflakes Preparation In a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, 1/2 cup butter, onion and salt. Stir in potatoes and cheese. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Toss cornflakes and remaining butter; sprinkle over potatoes....

Ingredients 8 oz. unsalted butter 4 c. cake flour 4 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 tsp. ground cloves 2 1/2 c. packed light-brown sugar 4 large eggs 1 c. buttermilk 1 1/2 c. canned solid-pack pumpkin Bleeding Chocolate Glaze Espresso Shortbread Headstones 1 tbsp. ground ginger Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Generously butter a 9-by-13-inch cake pan....

Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well.

Ingredients 3 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells3/4 cup finely chopped seeded peeled cucumber3/4 cup finely chopped red onion3/4 cup finely chopped seeded plum tomatoes3/4 cup finely chopped pitted Greek olives1/2 cup Greek vinaigrette3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place shells on two 15x10x1-in. pans. Bake until lightly browned, 7-10 minutes. Cool completely. Toss vegetables and olives with vinaigrette. To serve, spoon about 1 tablespoon mixture into each tart shell....