Ingredients 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 c. warm whole milk or soy milk 2 tbsp. warm whole milk or soy milk 3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/4 tsp. Coarse salt 3 tbsp. unsalted butter or margarine 6 c. vegetable oil 1 1/4 c. confectioners’ sugar 2 c. raspberry jam 1 scant tablespoon active dry yeast 2 large eggs Vegetable-oil cooking spray Blue sanding sugar Preparation Step 1Combine yeast, sugar, and 1 cup milk....

Ingredients 1 box (12 ounces) Corn Chex2 cups semisweet chocolate chips3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/3 cup butter, cubed3 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Pour cereal into a very large bowl. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter. Microwave on high 30 seconds. Stir gently. Continue microwaving on high, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and blended. Pour over cereal; gently stir to coat. In batches, place confectioners’ sugar in a large airtight container, add cereal mixture, close container and shake until well coated....

Ingredients 1 cup half-and-half cream1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons lemon juice1 cup sugar1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened1 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups fresh strawberriesSliced fresh strawberries or crushed graham crackers, optional Preparation Place the first 6 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add whipping cream; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a large bowl. Add 1-1/2 cups strawberries to blender; cover and process until pureed....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cornmeal3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1 cup sour cream1/2 cup canola oil1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, corn, sour cream and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in 1 cup cheese and jalapenos....

Ingredients 1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free strawberry gelatin1 cup boiling water1 cup cold water1 cup mashed strawberries1 teaspoon sugar1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks1 cup sliced firm bananas1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes2 cups sliced fresh strawberries2 cups cold fat-free milk1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin powder in boiling water....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup peanut butter1 cup sugar2/3 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup old-fashioned oats2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup each milk chocolate chips, semisweet chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, white baking chips and butterscotch chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1 large onion, finely chopped1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup ketchup1/2 cup barbecue sauce2 tablespoons yellow mustard2 tablespoons molasses1/2 teaspoon chili powder2 cans (13.7 ounces each) beans with tomato sauce1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese3 cups cold heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons grated lemon zest (about 2 lemons)2 packages (5-1/4 ounces each) thin ginger cookies5 cups fresh raspberries (about 20 ounces), divided Preparation Stir mascarpone cheese; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Reserve 1/2 cup cream; cover and refrigerate. Add lemon zest and mascarpone to remaining whipped cream; beat until stiff peaks form, 30-60 seconds....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil7 medium carrots, chopped7 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped3 medium zucchini, chopped2 yellow summer squash (about 3 cups), chopped2 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained, divided 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes2 cartons (32 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta12 cups chopped fresh spinach (12 ounces)...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained4 large eggs3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1-1/2 cups white rice flour1/2 cup potato starch1/2 cup soy flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon xanthan gum1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt3-1/4 cups shredded carrots1 cup sweetened shredded coconutFROSTING:4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/4 cup reduced-fat butter, softened2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, pineapple, eggs and mayonnaise until well blended....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons minced garlic1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 loaf French bread (about 20 inches), halved lengthwise Preparation In a small bowl, beat butter and mayonnaise until smooth. Beat in the Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning and seasoned salt. Stir in Monterey Jack cheese. Spread over cut sides of bread. Place on an ungreased baking sheet....

Ingredients 8 whole wheat pita breads (6 inches)1/4 cup plus 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, divided1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon4 green onions, thinly sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut pita breads with a 2-1/2-in. pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter; brush both sides with 1/4 cup oil. Place on two ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans; sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix2-3/4 cups whipped topping, divided1 package (4.67 ounces) Andes mint candies, chopped, divided1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)1/4 teaspoon mint extract2 drops green food coloring, optional Preparation In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix 2 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup whipped topping. Fold in 3/4 cup of the mint candies. Spoon into crust. Place remaining whipped topping in another bowl....

Ingredients 3 cups chicken broth1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water1 large egg, lightly beaten1 green onion, sliced Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil over medium heat. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Drizzle beaten egg into hot broth, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in onion.

Ingredients 4 anchovy fillets 2 clove garlic 2 large egg yolks 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 3/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. chopped parsley 2 tsp. chopped marjoram salt 2 head broccoli 2 medium heads of escarole 1/4 c. freshly grated dry Jack or Asiago cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. In a food processor, blend the anchovies, garlic, egg yolks, and lemon juice....

Ingredients 2 broiler/fryer chickens (3 to 4 pounds each), cut into 8 pieces each Salt and pepperBARBECUE SAUCE:2 tablespoons canola oil2 small onions, finely chopped2 cups ketchup1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Sprinkle chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Grill, skin side down, uncovered, on a greased rack over medium heat for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 2/3 cup vodka2/3 cup port wine15 whole cloves3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)2 orange zest strips (1 to 3 inches)1 orange slice1 lemon zest strip (1 to 3 inches)1 lemon slice1 piece fresh gingerroot (about 2 inches), peeled and thinly sliced1 teaspoon cardamom pods3 cups dry red wine1 cup packed brown sugarBlanched almonds and raisins, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Transfer to a large saucepan; stir in red wine and brown sugar....

Ingredients 6 cups spring mix salad greens2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped6 hard-boiled large eggs, coarsely chopped3 slices deli turkey, cut into thin strips3 slices deli ham, cut into thin strips1/2 cup shredded cabbage4 green onions, sliced4 fresh baby carrots, sliced4 radishes, thinly sliced1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup reduced-fat Thousand Island salad dressing or dressing of your choice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper; toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 ounces ginger ale, chilled3 ounces pear nectar, chilled1 slice fresh pear Preparation In a tall glass, combine ginger ale and pear nectar; garnish with pear slice.

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size), divided1 cup crushed gingersnap cookies1/2 cup butter, melted1 large egg, lightly beaten, room temperatureFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature1 can (29 ounces) pumpkin1/4 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons vanilla extractTOPPING:1/2 cup crushed gingersnap cookies1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup chopped pecansAdditional gingersnap cookies, halved, optional Preparation Set aside 3/4 cup cake mix for topping....