Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef3 cups tomato juice1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 envelope taco seasoning Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 tube (16.3 ounces) large refrigerated flaky honey butter biscuits1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, melted1 cup fresh blueberries1 cup chopped fresh strawberries4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon minced fresh basil Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Separate dough into 8 biscuits; cut biscuits into fourths. In a shallow bowl, combine sugars. Dip biscuits in melted butter, then in sugar mixture. Place biscuits in a greased 10-1/4-in....

Ingredients 4 medium cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 7 cups) 2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Place all ingredients in a large bowl; toss gently to combine. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes before serving.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt4 cups milk3 eggs, beaten1 quart half-and-half cream8 ounces German sweet chocolate, melted1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt. Gradually add milk and eggs; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until mixture is thick enough to coat a metal spoon and reaches 160°, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 6 large eggs, separated1 cup sugar, divided2 teaspoons vanilla extractPinch salt1 cup cake flourFROSTING:1 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar4 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted3 tablespoons whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line two greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper and grease and flour the waxed paper; set aside. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups cut green beans (1-inch pieces)1 small onion, diced1/4 cup butter, cubed2 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. In a large skillet, saute onion in butter for 3 minutes or until crisp tender. Add zucchini; saute for 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients Flour and oil baking spray 1 c. yellow cornmeal 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 2 large eggs 1 1/2 c. low-fat buttermilk 2 pt. blueberries 1 pt. raspberries 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 tbsp. rum or fruit brandy confectioners’ sugar 1/2 c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Light a grill for indirect medium heat, about 325 degrees F....

Ingredients CHOCOLATE DOUGH:1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoa3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup coarsely chopped pecans5 ounces white baking chocolate, choppedVANILLA DOUGH:1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup coarsely chopped pecans4 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped Preparation For chocolate dough, in a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 3 to 4 bacon strips, diced1 egg, lightly beaten3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegarWater4 cups torn spinach greens1/2 small onion, choppedSalt and pepper to tastehard-boiled large eggs, sliced Preparation In a small frying pan, cook bacon until crisp. Do not drain. In a 1-cup measure, place egg, sugar, vinegar and enough water to measure 3/4 cup; pour over bacon and grease. Cook and stir until dressing thickness. Season to taste....

Ingredients 1 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup sugar1 cup peanut butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 5 cups cornflakes Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the corn syrup and sugar to a boil. Add the peanut butter. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and cornflakes. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-1/3 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided 1 cup warm mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup shortening2 large eggs, room temperature2-1/2 teaspoons salt6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in 2/3 cup warm water. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, sugar, shortening, eggs, salt, remaining 2/3 cup water, yeast mixture and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth....

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, cooled slightly 1 c. sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 egg plus 1 egg yolk 1 1/2 c. grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Grease an 9”-x-5” loaf pan with cooking spray, line with parchment, then lightly grease again....

Ingredients 1 c. packed chopped escarole 1 small shallot 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 2 whole 12-ounce trout cornmeal 2 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1In a bowl, toss the escarole with the shallot, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Stuff the trout cavities with the escarole and close with skewers. Season the fish with salt and pepper and sprinkle with cornmeal....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1-1/3 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)1/3 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg, bananas, melted butter and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/3 cup finely chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 tablespoons white wine, optional1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley6 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, wine if desired, oregano, pepper and salt....

Ingredients 4 oz. wheat noodles 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 5 cloves garlic, halved 1 carrot, thinly sliced 1 c. chopped cabbage 1/4 tsp. ground white pepper 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. five spice powder 1/4 tsp. ground Szechuan peppercorn 1 c. fish balls, halved or quartered 3 green onions, sliced, divided 1 tbsp. oyster sauce 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce 2 tsp. Chinese black vinegar 2 tsp. rice wine vinegar...

Ingredients 2 cups cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 loaf (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed3 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, thawedWhipped topping and additional raspberries Preparation In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Cut the cake into 1-in. cubes; place in a 2-qt. glass bowl. Top with raspberries and pudding. Cover and refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 medium yellow summer squash, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped2 tablespoons butter3 cups fresh baby spinach1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup uncooked instant brown rice1-1/4 cups water1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation In a large skillet, saute the chicken, squash, onion and carrot in butter for 5-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients GINGERBREAD HOUSE DOUGH:2 cups sugar2 cups shortening2 cups dark molasses2 tablespoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt9 to 10 cups all-purpose flourICING AND ASSEMBLY:8 cups confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons meringue powder3/4 to 1 cup warm waterDecorating bagLarge dot (#12) decorating tipSpice jarsCandies and cookies for decorating Preparation Dough: In a large saucepan, cook the sugar, shortening and molasses on low, until shortening is melted and sugar is dissolved, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup Godiva Chocolate Liqueur2 tablespoons chocolate vodka2 tablespoons clear creme de cacao1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons butter, melted2 tablespoons Godiva Chocolate Liqueur1 tablespoon chocolate vodka1 tablespoon clear creme de cacao Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Beat together butter and sugars until light and fluffy....