Ingredients 1 large potato (1/2 pound), peeled and diced3 to 4 garlic cloves, peeled1/3 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/3 cup 2% milk Preparation Place potato and garlic in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender. Drain. Add butter, salt and pepper to potato and garlic; mash. In a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder; stir in potato mixture until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons apple juice6 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon ground ginger1 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarchHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients; set aside 1/3 cup. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate reserved marinade....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extractGreen food coloring, optional2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars and pudding mix until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extracts....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup butter, divided 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 cups half-and-half cream1-1/2 cups 2% milk1 pound haddock fillets, skin removed, cut into 1-inch pieces1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces)3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup lump crabmeat (about 5 ounces), drained1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 teaspoon paprika, optional Preparation In a 6-qt....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons lard or shortening, divided1 large onion, chopped6 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 pounds smoked ham hocks6 cups water2 teaspoons seasoned salt1 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon sugar1 large bunch collard greens (about 2 pounds), coarsely chopped1-1/2 cups white wine Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon lard over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Add ham hocks, water, seasoned salt, pepper flakes and sugar....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons lime juice3 chipotle peppers plus 2 teaspoons adobo sauce3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano3 pounds salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick)SLAW:1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded red cabbage2 cups shredded green cabbage1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, choppedASSEMBLY:12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed...

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh dark sweet cherries, pitted and halved1/2 cup dry red wine4 duck breasts with skin (about 5 ounces each)1 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 tablespoons Cognac1/4 cup cherry syrup1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 ounces cherry brandy1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 cup water Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place cherries and wine in a small bowl. Stir well; set aside. Pat duck breasts dry with paper towel; using a sharp knife, score fat to create a tight diamond pattern....

Ingredients 1 1/4 c. flour 1/2 tsp. kosher salt (1 stick) cold butter, cubed 4 tbsp. ice water 6 large eggs 1 c. heavy whipping cream Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c. baby spinach 1 (15-oz.) can artichoke hearts, chopped 1 1/2 c. shredded white cheddar 1/4 c. freshly grated parmesan 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 c. packed fresh basil, chopped...

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 teaspoons salt-free Southwest chipotle seasoning blend1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup enchilada sauce1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro Preparation Sprinkle chicken with seasoning blend. In an ovenproof skillet, brown chicken in oil. Top with enchilada sauce, cheese and cilantro. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Ingredients 1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens1 large cucumber, chopped1 large tomato, chopped1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup red wine vinaigrette Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients; sprinkle over salmon. Place salmon on oiled grill rack, skin side down. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 4 medium apples, thinly sliced2 medium pears, thinly sliced1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced1/4 cup apple cider or juice1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or minced fresh tarragon1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard2 teaspoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine apples, pears, cucumber and onion. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over apple mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cups (16 ounces) fat-free vanilla yogurt1 cup quick-cooking oats1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted2 medium firm bananas, sliced Preparation In a bowl, combine the yogurt, oats, pineapple and almonds; cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with sliced bananas.

Ingredients 1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese2/3 cup golden raisins and cherries1/3 cup unsweetened apple juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon cherry preservesAssorted crackers Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place cheese on a small ungreased cast-iron skillet or shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Bake until cheese is softened, 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the golden raisins and cherries, apple juice and vanilla; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in preserves....

Ingredients 1 medium tart apple, cut into 1-inch chunks1 medium pear, cut into 1-inch chunks1 tablespoon lemon juice1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained24 grapes (about 1/4 pound)24 fresh strawberriesCOCONUT DIP:1-1/2 cups fat-free vanilla yogurt4-1/2 teaspoons sweetened shredded coconut4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sugar orange marmalade Preparation Toss apple and pear with lemon juice. Divide fruit into 12 portions and thread onto wooden skewers. Combine dip ingredients in a small bowl; serve with the kabobs....

Ingredients 3/4 c. pine nuts 15 drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1/2 c. olive oil c. water 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 lb. fusilli 1/4 lb. spinach leaves 1 c. halved cherry tomatoes (about 6 ounces) 1/4 c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1In a small frying pan, toast the pine nuts over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes; remove from the pan....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar4 teaspoons coarse sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Beat in lemon zest and juice. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-2/3 cups sugar2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten, 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce2/3 cup canola oil3/4 cup chopped pecansGlaze:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup orange juice concentrate1/8 teaspoon ground allspice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, pie spice, baking powder and salt. In another large bowl, combine the eggs, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce and oil....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 large egg, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 ounces strawberry gelatin1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartarFILLING:1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons strawberry jelly3/4 cup confectioners’ sugarICING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until blended. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, gelatin, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2-1/2 cups chopped peeled tart apples1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg. Combine the flour, baking soda and cinnamon; gradually beat into the creamed mixture. Fold in apples and pecans. Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 32-38 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 8 oz. corn bread Vegetable oil spray 1/2 c. Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 1/4 c. smoky barbecue sauce 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tbsp. honey salt Freshly ground pepper 1 bunch arugula 1 bunch watercress 1 head treviso or radicchio 1 head escarole 1 small shallot 2 oz. Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation Step 1Arrange the corn bread on a work surface and spray with vegetable oil....