Ingredients 2 pounds fresh carrots, sliced2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Melt butter in a large skillet; stir in orange juice concentrate and brown sugar. Add carrots and parsley; stir to coat. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until glaze is thickened....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 medium orange, unpeeled and cut into eight wedges1/2 cup orange juice1 egg1/4 cup canola oil1/2 cup raisins, optional1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a blender, combine the orange, orange juice, egg and oil; cover and process until blended. Gradually add dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 eggs1/2 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained and finely chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened (batter will be thick). Fold in peaches. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 3/4 lb. kale 2 whole-wheat pita breads 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. grape tomatoes c. pitted calamata olives 2 oz. crumbled feta cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the kale leaves until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 egg1/2 cup 2% milk1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, egg and milk. Add bananas; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in pecans. Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely....

Ingredients 1 boneless fully cooked ham (3 to 4 pounds)1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1 can (12 ounces) lemon-lime soda, divided1 medium navel orange, thinly sliced1 medium lemon, thinly sliced1 medium lime, thinly sliced1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger Preparation Cut ham in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and 1/4 cup soda; rub over ham. Top with orange, lemon and lime slices. Add candied ginger and remaining soda to the slow cooker....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped pecans1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 egg4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Sprinkle the coconut and pecans into a greased and floured 13x9-in. baking pan. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter into prepared pan. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Beat in egg and confectioners’ sugar until smooth....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 2 1/4 c. buttermilk 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 4 tbsp. melted butter, plus more for serving 2 large eggs, beaten 2 c. fresh blueberries, plus more for serving Maple syrup, for serving Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, mix flour, salt, baking powder and soda, and sugar together with a fork....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature1 cup vegetable oil1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon rum extract1-1/2 cups eggnog3 cups all-purpose flour, divided2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup candied fruit1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs and oil. Beat in the sugar, extracts and eggnog. Combine 2-1/2 cups flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to egg mixture. Toss the fruit with remaining flour; stir into batter....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup shortening1/4 cup peanut butter4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash saltICING:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened1 cup finely chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine pumpkin, sugar, vanilla, salt, ginger, nutmeg and cloves. Fold in ice cream. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. dish. Sprinkle with walnuts. Cover and freeze overnight. Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before serving....

Ingredients 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 can (16 ounces) fruit cocktail, undrained1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained2 bananas, sliced1 cup miniature marshmallows Preparation In a large bowl, combine pudding mix, whipped topping and mayonnaise. Fold in remaining ingredients. Leave in bowl or spoon into individual serving dishes. Serve immediately or chill.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter, sugar and salt until fluffy. Gradually beat in flour. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at until lightly browned, 16-20 minutes. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine condensed milk and chocolate chips....

Ingredients 2 cups pineapple juice2 cups orange juice1 cup white grapefruit juice1 cup lemonade2 cups chilled ginger aleGrenadine syrup Preparation In a pitcher, mix first 4 ingredients; refrigerate, covered, until cold. To serve, stir in ginger ale; pour into glasses. Slowly add grenadine.

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans1/4 cup water2 to 3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil Preparation Place beans and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; add the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook for 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 large red onion, chopped1 large sweet red pepper, chopped8 turkey bacon strips, chopped1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley3 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup minced fresh basil1-1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese Preparation Place first 4 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients c. farro c. pearled barley c. wild rice 1 piece dried kombu (see Note) 1 package dried bonito flakes (see Note) 1/2 lb. Broccolini or baby broccoli 4 large Brussels sprouts 4 large cauliflower florets extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. soy sauce 4 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice (preferably Meyer lemon) 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice (preferably Meyer lemon) 4 poached quail eggs (see Note)...

Ingredients 3 medium tomatoes c. fresh lime juice 1 c. water 1 tsp. salt 2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 tsp. sweet paprika 1 tsp. Dried Parsley 12 corn tortillas shredded Monterey Jack cheese jarred salsa verde Chopped avocados chopped onions chopped tomatoes Chopped cilantro Preparation Step 1In a blender, puree the tomatoes with the lime juice, water, and salt. Transfer the puree to a large resealable plastic bag and add the chicken thighs....

Ingredients 2 slices bread such as white, sourdough or wheat 2 tsp. mayonnaise or softened salted butter, divided 4 slices melty cheese such as American, Cheddar or Colby Jack Preparation Step 1Spread 1 teaspoon of mayo on one side of each piece of bread, edge to edge. Build a sandwich by placing cheese in between the two pieces of bread, mayo side out.Step 2Place a piece of parchment that is slightly larger than the sandwich in the air fryer basket....

Ingredients 2/3 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed and drained1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese2 tablespoons lemon curdFresh raspberries, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the thawed raspberries and confectioners’ sugar; mash with a fork. Spoon into tart shells. In another small bowl, combine cream cheese and lemon curd. Pipe or spoon over filling. Top with fresh raspberries if desired.