Ingredients 1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)1 small onion, quartered40 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 cup canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon dried celery flakes1/2 teaspoon each dried tarragon, thyme and rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place chicken breast side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Stuff onion in chicken; tie drumsticks together. Arrange garlic cloves around chicken. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion1/2 cup canola oil3 tablespoons butter2 pounds fresh mushrooms, sliced1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree, undrained1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup red wine vinegar1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)3 garlic cloves, mincedSliced French bread Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil and butter until crisp-tender. Add mushrooms; cook for 2 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons sugar3/4 cup butter, melted, divided1/2 teaspoon salt4-1/2 cups all-purpose flourGarlic saltGrated Parmesan cheeseMarinara or spaghetti sauce, warmed, optional Preparation In a bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup butter, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 6 medium baking potatoes1 whole garlic bulb1 teaspoon olive oil2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup buttermilk1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperPaprika Preparation Bake the potatoes at 400° for 45-55 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Place garlic in a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Frizzle with oil. Wrap foil around garlic....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup creamy peanut butter3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons water1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltGLAZE:1-1/4 cups milk chocolate chips1/2 cup butterscotch chips1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in the eggs, water and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 5 cups fresh raspberries, divided1 cup water, divided1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons lemon juice3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon 2% milk1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked Preparation In a small saucepan, combine 2/3 cup raspberries and 2/3 cup water. Simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Strain raspberries and discard seeds; set juice aside. In another saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and remaining water until smooth. Add raspberry juice....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese1 cup dried cranberries2 tablespoons each finely chopped onion, celery, green pepper and sweet red pepper1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce3/4 cup chopped pecansAssorted crackers Preparation In a small bowl, combine cheeses. Stir in the cranberries, vegetables and pepper sauce. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Roll cheese ball in pecans. Serve with crackers....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1/2 cup Greek vinaigrette2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 small red onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1 large sweet red pepper, chopped1 large cucumber, seeded and chopped1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheesePita breads, cut into wedges or baked pita chips Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and vinaigrette until blended....

Ingredients 3 medium tart apples, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices (3 cups)3 tablespoons plus 1 cup sugar, divided1 teaspoon ground cinnamon2/3 cup butter, softened4 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples, 3 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon; let stand for 1 hour. In another bowl, cream butter and remaining sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup pecans, toasted and finely chopped2 tablespoons light brown sugar6 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsTOPPING:2 cups sour cream1/4 cup sugarOptional: Chocolate and vanilla star meringues, chocolate shavings, chocolate curls, candied orange peel, chopped pistachios Preparation Place an ungreased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in....

Ingredients 3 medium rainbow carrots4 medium blood oranges, peeled and segmented1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced1/2 medium fresh beet, thinly sliced1/2 medium watermelon radish, thinly sliced2 radishes, thinly sliced2 tablespoons chopped pistachios, toasted 2 tablespoons chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1 tablespoon capers, drained1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup white balsamic vinaigrette4 cups torn leaf lettuce1/4 cup shaved Manchego or Parmesan cheese Preparation Using a vegetable peeler, shave carrots lengthwise into very thin slices; place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 beef flank steak (1 pound)3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauceHORSERADISH SAUCE:1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 green onions, finely chopped2 teaspoons prepared horseradish Preparation Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the steak with shallow diagonal cuts at 1-in. intervals, making diamond shapes. Repeat on other side. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the next five ingredients....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 small tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 small onion, sliced1/2 cup Italian salad dressing2 to 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, broccoli, tomatoes and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the salad dressing, vinegar, salt and pepper. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to vegetable mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons Dijon mustard8 pita pocket halves8 lettuce leaves16 thin slices bologna8 thin slices fully cooked ham16 thin slices tomato Preparation Combine the mayonnaise and mustard; spread about 1 tablespoon into each pita half. Stuff each with one lettuce leaf, two slices of bologna, one slice of ham and two slices of tomato.

Ingredients 6 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons orange juice4 teaspoons vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 small red onion4 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned8 cups torn romaine Preparation In a large salad bowl, whisk oil, orange juice, vinegar, rosemary, salt and pepper. Cut onion into thin slices, then into 1-in. pieces; add to dressing. Add oranges and romaine; toss gently.

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin3 large eggs1/2 cup canola oil2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 to 2 cans (12 ounces each) whipped cream cheese frosting Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pumpkin, eggs, oil, cinnamon and baking soda; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Fill paper-lined miniature muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 12-16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 cups chopped walnutsConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and mix well. Turn onto lightly floured surface; knead until smooth, about 3 minutes. Divide dough into fourths; cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 1 bone-in beef rib roast (6 to 8 pounds)1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon ground mustard1 to 2 teaspoons salt1 to 2 teaspoons pepper1/4 cup water1/4 cup beef broth1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place roast in a shallow roasting pan, fat side up. Mix seasonings; rub over roast. Add water, broth and vinegar to pan. Roast 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds shelled hazelnuts, skins removed3/4 cup canola oil1-1/2 pounds bittersweet chocolate, chopped3 milk chocolate Toblerone candy bars (3.52 ounces each), chopped Preparation Line an 8-in. square dish with foil. Place hazelnuts and oil in a food processor; cover and process until mixture forms a paste. In a large saucepan, melt bittersweet chocolate. Stir in 2-1/4 cups hazelnut mixture. Pour half of mixture into prepared dish. Refrigerate until firm....

Ingredients 1 box white cake mix (and whatever ingredients the package requires) 3 c. powdered sugar 6 tbsp. butter, softened 2 tsp. vanilla extract 5 tbsp. milk 10 drops green food coloring 2 boxes instant vanilla pudding (or cheesecake flavor; 3.4 ounces each) 4 c. milk 10 drops green food coloring 10 drops neon green food coloring (or lime green) Preparation Step 1Bake the cake according to the box’s instructions, in two 8-inch round pans....