Ingredients 8 slice bacon 4 ciabatta rolls 4 tbsp. Gorgonzola dolce or other mild blue cheese 2 c. frisée lettuce 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. red wine vinegar kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 8 large eggs, preferably pasture-raised Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2In a heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until golden brown and crisp on both sides....

Ingredients 4 chicken leg quarters1-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided1/2 pound red potatoes, halved1 medium onion, halved and sliced20 garlic cloves, peeledGLAZE:1/3 cup maple syrup2 teaspoons finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce1 teaspoon Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon chili powder...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds thick-sliced bacon strips, finely chopped8 shallots, finely chopped1 large sweet onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup whiskey1/2 cup maple syrup1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/2 cup packed brown sugarAssorted crackers Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Add shallots and onion to the drippings; cook over medium heat until caramelized, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup apricot nectar3/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots1/3 cup honey1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons lemon juice8 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 8 large)3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cardamomTOPPING:3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup maple syrup1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; set aside. Arrange apples in an ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 large chicken (6 pounds)2 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, sliced1 large onion, sliced4 quarts water2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons saltDUMPLINGS:2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 large egg1/2 cup reserved chicken broth1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the chicken, carrots, celery and onion in a large Dutch oven or stockpot. Add water, vinegar and salt (adding more water, if necessary, to cover chicken). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until meat nearly falls from the bones....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons grated lemon zest3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber1/2 cup sliced red onion1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1/4 cup Greek olives, chopped Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely. For dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, oregano, zest, mustard, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil4 teaspoons lemon juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground mustard4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each) Preparation In a large bowl, mix first 9 ingredients. Add pork chops and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight. Drain pork, discarding marinade. Grill chops, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup mayonnaise8 slices whole wheat bread4 slices process American cheese4 slices Monterey Jack cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies8 teaspoons butter Preparation Spread mayonnaise over four slices of bread; layer with cheese slices and green chilies. Top with remaining bread. Butter outsides of sandwiches. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup water3 large eggs1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup white baking chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconutFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup evaporated milk2 tablespoons baking cocoa2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Beat the brownie mix, oil, water and eggs on medium speed in a large bowl until blended; stir in chips and walnuts....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons aniseed1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons shortening, divided1/3 cup white baking chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and extracts. In a small bowl, whisk flour, aniseed, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked fettuccine1/4 cup whole milk1/4 cup butter, cubed3 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheeseWhite pepper, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In a saucepan, heat milk and butter until butter is melted. Stir in cream cheese and heat until melted. Add Parmesan cheese and pepper if desired; cook and stir until blended and heated through. Drain pasta and transfer to a serving bowl....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium tomato juice3 tablespoons white vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt2 to 3 drops hot pepper sauce4 large tomatoes, chopped and divided1 medium onion, chopped1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1/4 cup fat-free croutons Preparation In a blender, combine the tomato juice, vinegar, oil, garlic, salt, hot pepper sauce and half of the tomatoes; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 package (1-1/4 ounces) taco seasoning1 medium head lettuce, shredded2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 cup bottled Catalina dressing4 to 5 cups corn chips, crushed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain well. Stir in taco seasoning. Combine beef, lettuce, tomatoes, dressing, corn chips and cheese in a large serving bowl; toss well to mix. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice3/4 teaspoon lime juice1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1/2 cup cubed tomato1/4 cup chopped red onion Preparation In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, lime juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Ingredients 1 small tomato, thinly sliced1 hard-boiled large egg, slicedLeaf lettuce2 tablespoons olive oil4 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 drops hot pepper sauce Preparation On a salad plate or in a bowl, alternate tomato and egg slices on lettuce. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until smooth. Pour over salad and serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 package spice cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup canola oil2 large eggs1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts3/4 cup golden raisinsEGGNOG CREAM:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 jars (7 ounces each) marshmallow creme1 teaspoon rum extract3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedAdditional ground nutmeg Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, beat cake mix, oil and eggs until well blended. Stir in pecans and raisins....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup canned crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon Dijon mustard6 teaspoons marinade for chicken,divided2 green onions, thinly sliced, divided3 slices reduced-fat Swiss cheese, divided Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, combine the crab, water chestnuts, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, 2 teaspoons marinade for chicken and half of the onions....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder, salt, pepper and paprika3 medium green tomatoes, sliced12 bacon strips12 slices sourdough bread, toasted6 slices provolone cheeseLeaf lettuce, mayonnaise and Dijon mustard Preparation In a shallow dish, combine flour and seasonings; dip tomatoes in the mixture and set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook tomatoes for 2 minutes on each side; drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 15 Oreo cookies, crushed1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup cold milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix2 cups vanilla ice cream, softenedWhipped topping and grated chocolate, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and butter until crumbly. Press into a greased 9-in. pie plate. In a large bowl, beat milk and pudding mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Fold in ice cream. Spoon into prepared crust....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/4 cup sugar1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup whipped toppingChopped pecansAdditional cranberries and fresh mint, optional Preparation In a food processor or blender, process cranberries, sugar and pineapple until the cranberries are finely chopped. Pour into a bowl; let stand for 10 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon into four foil muffin cups; sprinkle with pecans. Freeze. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving....