Ingredients 2 eggplants 1 large jalapeño vegetable oil salt 1/4 c. Chopped cilantro 3 tbsp. white wine vinegar 1 clove garlic 5 medium tomatoes 1 small red onion 2 tbsp. chopped walnuts Grilled Flatbread Preparation Step 1Light a grill. Brush the eggplant slices and the jalapeño all over with oil and season with salt. Grill the eggplant over moderate heat until nicely charred and tender, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the eggplant to a work surface and let cool....

Ingredients 1 package (10 to 12 ounces) vanilla wafers, crushed2 cups chopped pecans or walnuts1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 cup chopped candied pineapple1 cup red and green candied cherries, chopped1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients until blended. Divide mixture into 3 portions. Shape each portion into a 10x2-in. rectangle. Roll each rectangle in confectioners’ sugar to coat. Wrap; refrigerate 2 hours or until firm....

Ingredients 3 large dried figs boiling water 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 stick unsalted butter 1/4 lb. extra-sharp farmhouse cheddar cheese 2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 1 large egg Preparation Step 1In a small heatproof bowl, soak the figs in boiling water until softened, about 20 minutes. Drain the figs and pat dry. Slice off the tough stems, then cut the figs into 1/2-inch dice.Step 2In a food processor, combine the flour, butter, Cheddar cheese, kosher salt and pepper and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1/4 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperatureVANILLA FILLING:1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1-3/4 cups 2% milk1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawedConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small saucepan, bring water and butter to a rolling boil over medium heat. Add flour and salt all at once; beat until blended. Cook, stirring vigorously, until a film forms at the bottom of the pan, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 pound ground beef1 potato, sliced1 carrot, sliced2 tablespoons chopped onion1 sheet heavy-duty aluminum foil (18 inches x 13 inches)Salt and pepper to taste, optional Preparation Shape beef into a patty; place in the center of foil with potato, carrot and onion. Sprinkle with salt and pepper if desired. Fold foil over and seal well; place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Open foil carefully.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed2 cups crushed cornflakes1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3 tablespoons sugar1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream1/4 cup evaporated milk1/8 teaspoon salt1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 teaspoons vanilla extractOptional: Honey, whipped cream and maraschino cherries Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add cornflakes and cinnamon; cook and stir until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in sugar. Cool completely. In a large bowl, beat cream, evaporated milk and salt until the mixture begins to thicken....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons brown sugar1 egg1/2 cup milk1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 medium tart apple, peeled and finely chopped1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconutGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Stir in milk. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; add to creamed mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 medium grapefruit1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon brown sugar, divided4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon cumin seeds, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Preheat broiler. Finely grate enough zest from grapefruit to measure 2 tablespoons. In a small bowl, mix parsley, garlic and grapefruit zest. Set aside. Cut a thin slice from the top and bottom of each grapefruit; stand grapefruit upright on a cutting board....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/2 pound ground lamb1 large onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and lamb over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish2 teaspoons prepared horseradishBURGERS:3/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/4 cup shredded carrot1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/4 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split6 lettuce leaves12 tomato slices Preparation In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, dill, onion, pickle relish and horseradish; cover and refrigerate....

Ingredients 1/2 fresh pineapple, trimmed and cut into 1-inch chunks3 medium nectarines, cut into 1-inch chunks3 medium pears, cut into 1-inch chunks3 medium peaches, cut into 1-inch chunks3 to 4 medium plums, cut into 1-inch chunks10 apricots, halved3 tablespoons honey or light corn syrup, warmed Preparation Thread fruit alternately onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat until fruit is heated through, about 6 minutes, turning often. Brush with honey or corn syrup during the last minute of grilling time....

Ingredients 3 c. fish stock or low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 lb. large shrimp 1 pinch saffron threads 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 6 oz. fresh chorizo 2 ripe tomatoes 2 clove garlic 1 tsp. smoked paprika 1 1/2 c. Calasparra or arborio rice 1/2 lb. cleaned squid 1 lb. cockles 1/2 lb. jumbo lump crab 1 c. roasted red peppers 2 tbsp. chopped parsley Hot sauce Lemon wedges Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, combine the stock with the shrimp shells and saffron....

Ingredients 3 pounds Italian sausage links, cut into 3/4-inch slices4 medium green peppers, cut into thin strips1 medium onion, thinly sliced and quartered1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil3 tablespoons chicken broth1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon lemon juice6 plum tomatoes, coarsely choppedHot cooked polenta, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven or large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the next 9 ingredients....

Ingredients 5 green cardamom pods 2 tbsp. whole black peppercorns 1 stick cinnamon 1 c. water 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder ice heavy cream Citric acid (optional) Seltzer Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan, toast cardamom, peppercorns, and cinnamon over moderate heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in sugar and cocoa powder and return to a simmer....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1 small sweet onion, chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional7 large eggs, lightly beaten8 whole wheat English muffins, split and toasted4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese Preparation In a large skillet, heat 2 tsp. oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms, red pepper, onion and seasonings; cook and stir until mushrooms are tender, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links, chopped2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed1 large onion, chopped1 small green pepper, diced2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons ground cumin2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantroSour cream and thinly sliced green onions Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the sausage, sweet potatoes, onion and pepper in oil until onion is tender....

Ingredients 6 c. water 2 tsp. plus 1 tablespoon coarse salt 1 bay leaf 1 piece cinnamon stick 1/2 tsp. whole black peppercorns 1 Oregano sprig 3/4 lb. fresh cranberry beans 4 oz. haricots verts (green, yellow, or a combination) 4 oz. green beans 4 oz. wax beans 4 oz. flat Italian beans (green, yellow, or a combination) 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1/4 tsp....

Ingredients 1/4 cup buttermilk2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 cup cornmeal1 teaspoon each salt, onion powder, garlic powder and paprika1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound catfish filletsLemon wedges, optional Preparation In a shallow bowl, whisk buttermilk and mustard until blended. In another bowl, combine cornmeal and seasonings. Dip fillets into buttermilk mixture, then into cornmeal mixture. Place 1 in. apart on a wire rack coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup sliced onion2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the Worcestershire sauce, honey and mustard to the skillet; stirring to loosen browned bits from pan....

Ingredients 1 pt. cherry tomatoes 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 sprig rosemary 2 sprig thyme salt Freshly ground pepper 2 medium red onions 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar 3 c. fregola 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 1 c. torn basil leaves Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the tomatoes with the olive oil....