Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 cups halved green grapes Preparation In a large bowl, combine the pineapple and pudding mix; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes. Fold in the whipped topping and grapes. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chopped fresh basil1 tablespoon olive oil8 ounces sliced provolone cheese4 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Unroll crescent dough into one long rectangle. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan; seal seams and perforations. Bake at 375° for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute garlic and basil in oil for 1 minute....

Ingredients 1/2 c. mayonnaise 4 tsp. lemon juice 2 tsp. lemon zest 2 garlic cloves, grated 2 medium zucchini Kosher salt 2/3 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. cornstarch Water Vegetable oil Lemon wedges, for serving Preparation Salting the zucchini is crucial. Zucchini is FULL of moisture, and it’s best to remove as much of that moisture as possible before breading your slices. Unsalted zucchini will quickly turn crisp breading soggy post-fry....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups sugar2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground ginger3 large eggs, room temperature1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin3/4 cup butter, melted3/4 cup chopped dried cranberriesBROWN BUTTER FROSTING:1/2 cup butter4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 6 tablespoons whole milkAdditional dried cranberries, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, pumpkin and butter; stir into dry ingredients until well combined....

Ingredients 1 cup canola oil3 large eggs1-1/2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup finely shredded carrots1 cup finely shredded zucchini1/2 cup finely shredded beets1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chipsFROSTING:6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugarGARDEN PATCH CAKE DECORATING:3/4 cup shortening1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extractPinch salt3 to 3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons whole milk7 wooden craft or Popsicle sticks (4-1/2 inches)1/2 teaspoon baking cocoaRed, yellow, orange and green liquid or paste food coloringPastry tips - #5 and #10 round, #67 leaf and #20 star5 pastry bags or small heavy-duty resealable plastic bags...

Ingredients 1 lb. ground chicken 5 cloves garlic, minced and divided 1 large egg, beaten 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish 2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 tbsp. butter 1 lb. zoodles Juice of 1/2 a lemon Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, 2 cloves garlic (2 teaspoons minced), egg, Parmesan, parsley, and red pepper flakes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water (70° to 80°)1/2 cup warm 2% milk (70° to 80°)1 egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon minced chives1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic salt3-1/4 cups bread flour3 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1-2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed). When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; divide into nine pieces....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2 to 3 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt, optionalPepper to taste Preparation In a small bowl, beat all ingredients until blended. Refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups orange juice1 teaspoon lemon juice2 cups torn fresh kale1 medium apple, peeled and coarsely chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot4 ice cubes1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric or 1/4-inch piece fresh turmeric, peeled and finely choppedDash cayenne pepper Preparation Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh baby carrots2 teaspoons salt, divided1/4 cup butter, cubed4 shallots, finely chopped1 cup Marsala wine1/2 cup sugar1 cup chopped hazelnuts, toastedChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place carrots and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat; add shallots. Cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup mashed ripe banana1/2 cup buttermilk2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking sodaFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup creamy peanut butter3 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 large white onion 1/4 c. olive oil, divided 2 large carrots 2 medium zucchini 2 tbsp. Brown Butter Salt to taste Freshly ground pepper to taste 4 oz. foie gras 4 center-cut tuna steaks Burgundy Butter Sauce Preparation Step 1Heat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Moisten the onion slices with oil (reserve some olive oil for searing the tuna) and lay in the hot skillet one layer deep....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of onion soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup crushed cornflakes Preparation In a large bowl, combine the soups. Stir in hash browns. Pour into a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and cornflake crumbs. Cover and bake at 350° for 50 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until golden....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper2 large eggs3 tablespoons milk2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup dry bread crumbs1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs and milk. In a third bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Coat chicken pieces with flour mixture, dip in egg mixture, then roll in crumb mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1 small sweet red pepper, chopped3/4 cup chopped green onions1/2 cup dried cranberriesDRESSING:1/2 cup canola oil1/3 cup white vinegar3 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook rice according to package directions; cool. In a large bowl, combine the rice, peas, red pepper, onions and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1 cup chopped peeled tart apples1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb1 cup each fresh or frozen raspberries, blueberries and sliced strawberriesCRUST:2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shortening1 egg1/4 cup cold water2 teaspoons white vinegar2 tablespoons half-and-half cream2 tablespoons coarse sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, tapioca and fruit; let stand for 15 minutes. In another bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon meringue powder1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup milk1 teaspoon clear vanilla extractPink, blue, yellow and green paste food coloring4 pieces red rope licoriceCandy buttonsGraham cracker crumbs Preparation Line a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) fruit cocktail, drained1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches, drained and diced6 medium firm bananas, sliced3 cups pastel miniature marshmallows Preparation Drain cherries, reserving 1/3 cup juice (save remaining juice for another use). Cut cherries in half; set aside. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and reserved cherry juice until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant pistachio pudding mix1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped pistachios, optionalFROSTING:3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt3 cups confectioners’ sugarOptional decorations: candy eyeballs, M&M’s minis, milk chocolate M&M’s, Life Savers hard candies and gummies, regular and mini peanut butter cups, licorice twists, shoestring licorice, Starburst fruit chews, mega and regular Smarties, Nerds, Runts, Snaps chewy candies, candy corn, tiny-size Chiclets gum, butterscotch hard candies, Rolo candies, Caramel Creams and PayDay candy bar...

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup slivered almonds, toastedPepper to taste Preparation Place the beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook garlic in oil for 1 minute. Drain beans. Add the beans, almonds and pepper to skillet; toss to coat.