Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg4 large eggs, room temperatureWHIPPED CREAM:1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup eggnog1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a rolling boil. Add flour all at once; add nutmeg and stir until blended. Cook over medium heat, stirring vigorously until mixture pulls away from side of pan....

Ingredients 1 envelope unflavored gelatin1 cup milk3 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons instant espresso powder or instant coffee granules1/8 teaspoon saltDark and white chocolate curls Preparation In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over milk; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in the cream, sugar, espresso powder and salt. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil4-1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives1 loaf (1 pound, 20 inches) French bread, unsliced24 thin slices hard salami24 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese24 slices fully cooked hamLettuce leaves, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, parsley and garlic. Stir in olives. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder2 to 3 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt4 flour tortillas (6 inches)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 block (1 pound) Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1 block (1 pound) cheddar cheese1 block (1 pound) baby Swiss cheese1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks1 to 2 pounds seedless green or red grapes3 pints strawberries Preparation Cut cheese into chunks or slices. If desired, cut into shapes with small cutters. Alternately thread cheese and fruit onto wooden skewers. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons grated orange zest1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place each salmon fillet on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Combine the ginger, cilantro, garlic and zests; spoon over salmon. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce and pepper; drizzle over salmon....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and halved1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained4 green onions, chopped5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme4 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1 cup sour cream3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese Preparation Place green beans, water chestnuts, green onions and 1/4 cup cooked bacon in a 4-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 package (6-1/2 ounces) apple cinnamon muffin mix1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped1/3 cup chopped walnuts3 tablespoons brown sugar4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter, meltedGLAZE:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Prepare muffin mix according to package directions; fold in apple. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, brown sugar, flour and butter; sprinkle over batter....

Ingredients 1 small onion1 celery rib1 small green pepper3 tablespoons butter3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon each salt, white pepper and pepper1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 boneless pork loin roast (4 pounds)2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation Finely chop vegetables. In a large skillet, saute vegetables in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in seasonings and pepper sauce....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/2 cup sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1/4 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsICING:1-1/2 teaspoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips3 teaspoons fat-free milk1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, beat the eggs and extracts. Beat in sugar. Combine the flour, pecans, cocoa and salt; gradually add to egg mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 Earl Grey tea bag1/3 cup boiling water1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar Preparation Place tea bag in a 1-cup glass measuring cup. Add boiling water; steep 3-5 minutes. Discard tea bag. Cool completely. Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound sliced bacon, diced2 packages (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced dried beef, cut into thin strips1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon pepper4 cups whole milk16 large eggs1 cup evaporated milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup butter, cubedChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towel to drain; discard all but 1/4 cup drippings. In the same skillet, add the beef, mushrooms, flour and pepper to the drippings; cook until thoroughly combined....

Ingredients 2 medium cucumbers1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped green onions1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, remove seeds and discard. Cut cucumbers into 1/2-in. cubes; place in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt. Stir in onions. Combine the cheese, lemon juice, oil and pepper; add to cucumber mixture and stir gently....

Ingredients 2/3 cup shortening1 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup milk1 tablespoon grated lemon zestTOPPING:1 can (16 ounces) ready-to-spread classic white frosting1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon lemon extractFood coloring, optional1 package (1.1 pounds) rolled fondant pastel colors multi-pack Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup sugar1 package (16 ounces) miniature marshmallows1 cup milk2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped4 cups fresh raspberries1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Set aside 1/4 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a 9-in. springform pan; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows and milk....

Ingredients 1 lb. store-bought gnocchi, uncooked 4 ears corn, shucked and kernels removed from cob (or 3 cups frozen corn, thawed) 2 c. cherry tomatoes 1/4 c. unsalted butter, cut into cubes 2 cloves garlic Kosher salt Red pepper flakes 3/4 c. dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc 1/4 c. finely chopped fresh basil Grated Parmesan, for serving Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat grill over medium- high heat....

Ingredients 3 eggs1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup, undiluted1 package (6 ounces) crushed beef-flavored stuffing mix2 pounds lean ground beef Beef gravy, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, soup and contents of stuffing package; mix well. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1/4 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup chopped dried apricots3/4 cup boiling water1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup apricot preserves, warmed, divided Preparation Place cranberries and apricots in a small bowl; add boiling water. Soak for 8 minutes; drain. In a small skillet, saute the onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the pecans, cranberries and apricots....

Ingredients 3 medium zucchini3/4 pound ground beef3/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups water, divided 3/4 cup canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes or chopped fresh tomatoes (with seeds and juices)1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers1/3 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/4 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend, divided Pasta sauce, optional...

Ingredients 1 medium onion, halved and sliced1 medium apple, sliced1 medium head red cabbage, shredded (about 8 cups)1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup white vinegar3/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook and stir onion and apple over medium heat until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; cook, covered, until cabbage is tender, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve warm or cold....