Ingredients 6 c. blackberries 1/2 c. granulated sugar Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Pinch kosher salt 1 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 4 tbsp. butter, cubed 1/4 c. milk 1 large egg, lightly beaten Egg wash, for brushing Coarse sugar, for sprinkling Breyer’s vanilla ice cream, for serving Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, toss blackberries with sugar, lemon juice and zest, cornstarch, vanilla, and salt....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilkConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Pour into a greased 9-in. round baking pan. Bake at 375° for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely....

Ingredients 3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons chopped red onion1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper8 slices whole wheat bread1 small cucumber, thinly sliced4 lettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the eggs, green pepper, mayonnaise, onion, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Spread on four slices of bread. Top with cucumber and lettuce. Top with remaining bread.

Ingredients 3 large egg whites1-1/2 teaspoons clear or regular vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarDash salt2/3 cup sugarGreen food coloringAssorted sprinklesStar nonpareilsConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 200°. Add vanilla, cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)16 pieces Fruit by the Foot24 large green gumdrops48 large assorted gumdrops48 pretzel sticks Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions for cupcakes. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Cut three 9-in....

Ingredients 1/3 cup shortening1 cup sugar, divided1 egg1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup whole milk1 teaspoon ground cinnamon6 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, beat shortening, 1/2 cup sugar and egg until smooth. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; add to the sugar mixture alternately with milk. Fill greased muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 4 cups crushed Oreo cookies (about 40 cookies)1/4 cup butter, melted1 pint (2 cups) vanilla ice cream, softened if necessary2 cups heavy whipping cream1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract3 drops green food coloring, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine crushed cookies and melted butter; toss until coated. Reserve 1/4 cup mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture onto bottom of a 9-in....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon white vinegar1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/3 cup canola oil1 teaspoon poppy seeds1 fresh pineapple, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes3 medium kiwifruit, halved and sliced2 cups fresh strawberries, halved Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Stir in poppy seeds; let stand 1 hour. In a large bowl, combine fruits. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat....

Ingredients 1 large green apple, chopped1 medium red apple, chopped1/2 cup seedless red grapes, halved1/2 cup green grapes, halved1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries3/4 cup mandarin oranges1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup water Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the apples, grapes, pineapple, blueberries and oranges. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, lemon juice and water; stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour over fruit and toss gently....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini2 medium yellow summer squash, chopped2 medium zucchini, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup chopped green onions1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup fat-free creamy Caesar salad dressing1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute yellow squash and zucchini in oil for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain tortellini; transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder1 cup shortening4 large egg yolks2 tablespoons lemon juice8 to 10 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:7 cups finely chopped peeled apples2 cups sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamonDash ground nutmegGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, salt and baking powder. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks, lemon juice and water; gradually add to flour mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball....

Ingredients 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup cold butter2 large eggs, room temperature, beaten3 tablespoons 2% milk5 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatinTOPPING:1 cup sugar1 cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour1/2 cup cold butter Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in eggs and milk just until moistened....

Ingredients 3/4 cup ranch salad dressing3/4 cup panko bread crumbs3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce3 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons pepper4 pounds ground chicken3 tablespoons olive oil16 hamburger buns, splitOptional toppings: Tomato slices, lettuce leaves, sliced red onion, sliced cucumber, sliced avocado and ranch dip Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape mixture into sixteen 1/2-in.-thick patties. Brush both sides with oil; refrigerate, covered, 15 minutes to allow patties to firm up....

Ingredients 36 dried Calimyrna figs2/3 cup finely chopped pecans2/3 cup finely chopped walnuts7 tablespoons agave nectar, divided3 tablespoons baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 cup pomegranate juice4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Remove stems from figs. Cut an “X” in the top of each fig, about two-thirds of the way down. In a small bowl, combine pecans, walnuts, 3 tablespoons agave nectar, cocoa, cinnamon and cloves; spoon into figs....

Ingredients 1 Cornish game hen (20 to 24 ounces)1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Place Cornish hen in a large resealable plastic bag. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour half of the marinade over hen; seal bag and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning several times. Refrigerate remaining marinade for basting....

Ingredients 1 small onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach3 tablespoons sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon pine nuts Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the spinach, sherry, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with pine nuts....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Beat in the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency.

Ingredients 3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard2 English muffins, split and toasted4 slices Canadian bacon1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the eggs, mayonnaise and mustard. Place English muffins cut side up on an ungreased baking sheet. Top each with a slice of Canadian bacon, 1/4 cup egg mixture and cheddar cheese. Bake at 350° for 6-8 minutes or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix2 teaspoons canola oil1 medium onion, halved and sliced1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips1 medium red sweet pepper, cut into thin strips4 flour tortillas (10 inches)3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine beef and seasoning mix, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup shortening3 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup buttermilk2 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup raisins1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, salt, baking powder, soda and cinnamon; add alternately to the creamed mixture with buttermilk....