Ingredients 2 cups sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmegPastry for double-crust pie 1/2 cup butter, cubed2/3 cup white vinegar1 quart hot water Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Whisk together sugar, flour and nutmeg; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll one-third of pie dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; cut into 2x1-in. strips. Layer a deep 12-in. enamel-coated cast-iron skillet or ovenproof casserole with half the strips; sprinkle with half the sugar mixture....

Ingredients 4 large ears sweet corn in husks1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Carefully peel back husks from corn to within 1 in. of bottom; remove silk. Soak in cold water for 20 minutes; drain. Pat corn dry. Combine the butter and parsley; spread over corn. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with string. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat until tender, turning often, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 packages (2-1/2 ounces each) thinly sliced deli beef12 pimiento-stuffed olives, chopped2 teaspoons dill weed1 teaspoon prepared horseradish1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce3 green onions6 miniature jelly beans1 small carrotFresh vegetables and/or crackers Preparation In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, beef, olives, dill, horseradish and Worcestershire sauce. Finely chop two green onions; add to cream cheese mixture. On a large platter, form cheese mixture into a bunny shape....

Ingredients 1 cup white vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce1 whole garlic bulb, smashed and peeled2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 bay leaf2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup water Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add chicken; refrigerate, covered, 20-30 minutes. Drain, reserving marinade. Pat chicken dry. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken. Stir in water and reserved marinade....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup 2% milk2-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs2 cups finely chopped walnuts2 cups milk chocolate chipsTOPPING:1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in milk. Gradually beat cracker crumbs into creamed mixture. Stir in walnuts and 2 cups chocolate chips. Fill 2-in. foil baking cup liners three-fourths full....

Ingredients 1 cup warm milk (70° to 80°)1/4 cup water (70° to 80°)1/4 cup butter, softened1 large egg1 teaspoon salt4 cups bread flour1/4 cup instant vanilla pudding mix1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon active dry yeastFILLING:1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamonFROSTING:4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In bread machine pan, place first nine ingredients in order suggested by manufacture....

Ingredients 1 cup reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs (about 5 whole crackers)2 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup cold 1% milk1/2 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix2 cups fat-free whipped topping Preparation In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Press about 1 tablespoon each into 12 paper-lined muffin cups. In a large bowl, whisk milk and peanut butter until blended. Whisk in pudding mix until smooth....

Ingredients 4 lime wedges2 tablespoons coarse sugar2/3 cup thawed lemonade concentrate1 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries2 cups ice cubes2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed1/2 cup frozen blueberries1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup tequila, optional Preparation Using lime wedges, moisten the rims of four margarita or cocktail glasses. Set aside limes for garnish. Sprinkle coarse sugar on a plate; hold each glass upside down and dip rim into sugar. Set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar2-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon water1/4 cup orange marmalade1/4 teaspoon ground ginger24 whole fresh cranberriesConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 cup cranberries, sugar and water to a boil over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm buttermilk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon salt3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 large egg, room temperatureFILLING:1-1/2 cups diced peeled fresh pears1/2 cup raisins1/3 cup chopped walnuts1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 tablespoon butter, softened1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, lightly beatenGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 teaspoons 2% milk...

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided1-3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 cup cold butter3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons molasses Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon, ginger, salt and allspice; cut in butter until crumbly. Reserve 1/3 cup for topping....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, halved4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup honey2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place brussels sprouts in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook salmon over medium heat in 1 tablespoon oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter-flavored shortening1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce3 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup white rice flour1/2 cup potato starch1/4 cup tapioca flour1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt48 milk chocolate kisses, unwrapped Preparation In a large bowl, beat shortening, brown sugar and peanut butter until blended. Beat in egg, applesauce and vanilla (mixture will appear curdled). In another bowl, whisk rice flour, potato starch, tapioca flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole milk2 to 3 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon grated onion2 cups coarsely ground fully cooked ham2/3 cup dry bread crumbs1 large egg, room temperature, beaten2 tablespoons waterOil for deep-fat fryingCHEESE SAUCE:2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1-1/4 cups whole milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a saucepan, melt butter; stir in curry powder and flour....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. crumbled gorgonzola cheese 1/2 c. chopped walnuts 30 sturdy round crackers 3/4 c. dried cranberries (Craisins) 1/4 c. minced fresh parsley Preparation Step 1In a medium-size bowl, toss the Gorgonzola and walnuts. When tossing, be gentle, as you don’t want to end up with big clumps.Step 2Top each cracker with a small mound of the cheese mixture, pressing the mixture lightly onto each cracker to keep it from slipping off....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon brown sugar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper1 beef flank steak (about 2 pounds) Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add beef; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight. Drain beef, discarding marinade. Grill beef, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, beaten1-1/2 cups seasoned bread crumbs2 medium eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 cup olive oil1 container (15 ounces) whole-milk ricotta cheese1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes, divided1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon kosher salt2 packages (18 ounces each) Hawaiian sweet rolls1-1/2 cups marinara sauce24 slices fresh mozzarella cheese1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed4 to 6 garlic cloves, peeled1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl; mash. Add the cheese, cream, salt and pepper; beat until fluffy....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (4 pounds)1-3/4 cups sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 small red onion, sliced2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup1/4 cup dry white wine or beef broth1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperFresh sage, optional Preparation Place brisket in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large saucepan, cook the mushrooms, onion and garlic in butter until onion is crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Add the soup, wine and pepper; mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened applesauce1 package (.6 ounces) sugar-free cherry gelatin1 can (12 ounces) or 1-1/2 cups diet ginger ale1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrainedApple slices and fresh mint, optional Preparation In a saucepan, bring the applesauce to a boil; remove from the heat. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Slowly add ginger ale and pineapple. Pour into a 2-qt. serving bowl. Chill until set. Garnish with apples and mint if desired....