Ingredients 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 5 pounds) 2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons pepper1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce1 cup seedless raspberry preserves1/4 cup dry red wine1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place ribs in a shallow roasting pan, bone side down. Brush oil over ribs; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, covered, until tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours; drain....

Ingredients 2 cans (20 ounces each) crushed pineapple1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 large eggs, beaten4 slices bread (crusts removed), buttered and cubed Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1 cup juice. In a bowl, combine pineapple and juice with sugar, flour and eggs; mix well. Spoon into a 2-qt. baking dish; top with bread cubes. Bake at 350°, uncovered, for 45-50 minutes or until set and browned. Serve as a side dish with ham or poultry....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups warm whole milk (70° to 80°)1/2 teaspoon lemon juice2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt3 cups bread flour2 teaspoons active dry yeast3/4 cup golden raisins3/4 cup raisins1/2 cup dried currants1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zestGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons 2% milk1 teaspoon butter, melted1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first seven ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg yolk, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking sodaTinted frosting or colored sugar Preparation In a bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolk and extracts. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons orange marmalade2 tablespoons seedless raspberry preserves1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup olive oilSALAD:1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens2 fennel bulbs, thinly sliced1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1/4 cup coarsely chopped pistachios, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, fennel and oranges....

Ingredients 12 large eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons diced pimientos2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or chives2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs and 1 cup milk. Add the salt, pepper, pimientos and parsley. In a small bowl, combine flour and remaining 1/2 cup milk until smooth; stir into egg mixture. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped English cucumber (about 1/2 medium)1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper5 cups torn mixed salad greens1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Place the first 11 ingredients in a large bowl; toss to combine....

Ingredients 3 medium peaches, pitted1/3 cup ginger ale, chilled, plus additional for topping if desired2 tablespoons honey1 quart vanilla ice creamOptional: Whipped cream and peach slices Preparation Place peaches, ginger ale and honey in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add ice cream; cover and process until combined. Pour into serving glasses. If desired, top with whipped cream or additional ginger ale and garnish with peach slices. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 4 cups miniature marshmallows1/3 cup orange juice2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2-1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 75 wafers)1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine marshmallows and orange juice. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Stir until smooth. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add marshmallow mixture; beat just until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon sugarFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided4 cups cold 2% milk3 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant lemon pudding mix Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, pecans, butter and sugar. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup cold butter1 cup finely chopped pecans1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 cup whipped topping3 cups cold whole milk2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Press onto the bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients SOUP BASE:4 cups chopped tomatoes1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped carrot1 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt, optional1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dill weedADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):2 cups diced potatoes2 cups water Preparation In a kettle or Dutch oven, combine the soup base ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Cool. Place 2 cups each into freezer containers. May be frozen for up to 3 months....

Ingredients 4 cups water, divided1 cup sugar3 lemon zest strips1 cup lemon juice (about 5 lemons)1 tablespoon grape juiceOptional: Lemon slices and maraschino cherries Preparation In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups water, sugar and lemon zest strips to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Discard lemon zest. In a large pitcher, combine the remaining water, lemon juice, grape juice and sugar mixture....

Ingredients 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs4 teaspoons finely chopped shallot2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 large egg, beaten1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes8 whole wheat dinner rolls, split and toasted1/4 cup reduced-fat garlic-herb spreadable cheese8 small lettuce leaves Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Place salmon in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped, and add to bread crumb mixture....

Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage, finely shredded3 to 4 green onions, sliced3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons celery seed1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 cup canola oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine cabbage and onions. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, celery seed and salt; bring to a boil. Add oil; return to boiling and cook until sugar dissolves. Pour over cabbage; toss gently. Chill.

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon aniseed2 teaspoons anise extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltGLAZE:2 cups sugar1 cup hot water1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon anise extractPaste food coloring, optional2-1/2 to 3 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in aniseed and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 fully cooked ham slice (about 3/4 pound and 1/2 inch thick)1 tablespoon butter1 can (8 ounces) sliced pineapple1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon steak sauce1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Preparation Cut ham slice in half. In a skillet, cook ham in butter for 3-4 minutes on each side or until heated through. Meanwhile, drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Set aside two pineapple slices; refrigerate remaining pineapple for another use....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons butter, divided 4 large eggs, beaten4 slices (3/4 in. thick) hearty Italian bread1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 ounces smoked Gouda or smoked cheddar cheese, cut in 4 slices1 medium pear, thinly sliced4 slices Canadian bacon, cooked1/2 cup fresh baby spinach Preparation Heat 1 teaspoon butter in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat; add eggs and scramble until set. Divide eggs between 2 slices of bread; sprinkle each with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beefMarinara or spaghetti sauce, warmed Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup cheese and seasonings. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; grill, covered, until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated beef roast au jus1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced2 sheets refrigerated pie crust1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend Salsa con queso dip, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Drain beef, reserving 1/4 cup juices; shred meat with 2 forks. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes....