Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/4 cup milk1/4 cup ketchup1/2 cup crushed cornflakes4 tablespoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)Additional ketchup, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Press into 12 foil-lined or greased muffin cups. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 160°. Drain before serving....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix1 cup apricot nectar1/2 cup canola oil4 large eggs1 teaspoon lemon extractLEMON GLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake and dry pudding mixes, apricot nectar, oil, eggs and extract; beat on low for 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh blueberries, divided3/4 cup water1 tablespoon butter3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash salt1 teaspoon lemon juice1 pastry shell (9 inches), bakedIce cream or whipped creamLemon zest strips, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup blueberries, water and butter; simmer for 4 minutes. Combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt; add to saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 egg1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1/4 cup cold milk3 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix1/4 cup butter, softened2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractFood coloring, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and chill for 1 hour or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 6 cups water1 cup sugar2 cups brandy1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice1/4 cup bittersEACH SERVING:1/4 cup lemon-lime soda, chilledOptional: Maraschino cherries and orange wedges Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved; cool completely. Stir in brandy, orange juice concentrate, juice and bitters. Pour into a 3-qt. freezer container. Freeze overnight or until set....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin or flavor of your choice1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powderRed and green colored sugar and/or sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and gelatin powder until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Using a cookie press fitted with the disk of your choice, press dough 2 in....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup milk1 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut2 tablespoons peanut butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cocoa; add butter and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil; boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in oats, coconut, peanut butter and vanilla. Let stand until the mixture mounds when dropped by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped celery1 small onion, chopped1 medium carrot, shredded1 small green pepper, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed4-1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth, divided4 cups chopped peeled tomatoes (about 7 medium)2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup all-purpose flour Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the celery, onion, carrot and green pepper in butter until tender. Add 4 cups broth, tomatoes, sugar, curry, salt and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 green onions, white and green portions separated and sliced1/4 cup marinated quartered artichoke hearts1 tablespoon lemon juice1/3 cup garlic-herb spreadable cheese (about half of a 6.5-oz. package) Preparation Place fillets on a large piece of heavy-duty foil (about 18x12 in.), skin side down. Sprinkle with lemon zest, salt and pepper; top with white portion of green onions....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1/2 cup sugar3/4 cup maple syrup4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons ground ginger3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 cups finely chopped macadamia nuts24 ounces dark chocolate candy coating, melted1/3 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually beat in syrup. In another bowl, whisk flour, spices, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. chopped tarragon 3/4 tsp. chopped rosemary 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest 2 tbsp. fresh orange juice salt Freshly ground pepper 1 clove garlic 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 1/2 lb. green beans 3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the tarragon, rosemary, lemon zest, and orange zest. Season the gremolata with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 endives Olive oil, as needed black pepper, to taste 2 red jalapeños, sliced on the diagonal 1/2 c. (4 fluid ounces) coconut milk 3 tbsp. creamy peanut butter 1/4 c. (2 fluid ounces) soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1 lime Preparation Step 1Cut off root ends and slice endives lengthwise. Rinse in cold water and let dry. Toss endive halves in a large bowl with olive oil and black pepper (no salt), to taste....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) mostaccioli1-1/2 pounds ground beef1-1/4 cups chopped green pepper1 cup chopped onion1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning3/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook mostaccioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cans (55 ounces each) pork and beans2 large onions, chopped10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1/3 cup vinegar1/3 cup ketchup5 teaspoons chili powder1 tablespoon ground mustard Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until heated through.

Ingredients 1/4 c. packed dark brown sugar 4 tbsp. butter 6 large apples (about 3 1/2 lb.), peeled and cut into 3/4"-thick wedges Juice of 1 orange, plus 1 tsp. finely grated orange zest 1 tbsp. brandy or rum (optional) 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 tsp. ground ginger Pinch of kosher salt Preparation Step 1In a large pot over medium heat, cook brown sugar and butter, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth....

Ingredients 1 can (13-1/2 ounces) Pirouette cookies1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs1/4 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups cold eggnog1-1/3 cups cold whole milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1/2 teaspoon rum extract1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Cut each cookie into two 2-1/2-in. sections; set aside. Crush remaining 1-inch pieces. In a small bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, cracker crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, softened, divided1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream 1 cup butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour and vanilla; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Shape 1/4 cupfuls of dough into 1/2-in. thick logs. Cut logs into 2-1/2-in. pieces; place on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 6 cups buttermilk baking mix1/4 cup sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/3 cup shortening1 to 1-1/4 cups warm water (120° to 130°)1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the baking mix, sugar and yeast. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in enough warm water to form a soft and slightly sticky dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently 3-4 times. Roll dough to 3/4-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup fat-free milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese3 tablespoons minced chives Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the feta cheese and chives. Fill 12 greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 4 boneless 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 10 oz. prewashed spinach 2 cloves garlic 1/2 lb. mushrooms 1/2 tsp. grated orange zest 1 tbsp. orange juice 1/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/4 c. heavy cream 1/2 lb. fettuccine Preparation Step 1In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderately high heat. Season the chicken with 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper....