Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup peanut butter1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milkFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon peanut butter1-3/4 tablespoons vanilla extract3 cups confectioners’ sugar4 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk3/4 cup grape jellyDry-roasted peanuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans. In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 egg whites1/3 cup corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup raisins Preparation In a medium bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients; mix well. Stir in raisins (dough will be stiff). Drop by tablespoonfuls onto baking sheets that have been coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter, divided4-1/2 cups sugar1 cup milk36 large marshmallows2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted4 cups semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 cups chopped macadamia nuts1 teaspoon vanilla extractVanilla frostingRed and green paste food coloringM&M’s minis Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil. Grease the foil and 3-in. cookie cutters with 1 tablespoon butter. Place cookie cutters in pan; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk and remaining butter....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin3 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup water1/2 cup canola oil2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup finely chopped strawberriesFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup crushed strawberries4-1/2 to 5 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line the bottoms of 2 greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, gelatin, sugar and flour....

Ingredients 12 bacon strips, diced1/2 cup maple syrup1/4 cup butter12 slices firm-textured white bread12 large eggsSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In a small saucepan, heat syrup and butter until butter is melted; set aside. Trim crust from bread; flatten slices with a rolling pin. Brush one side generously with syrup mixture; press each slice into a greased muffin cup with syrup side down....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup cherry yogurt1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow cremeAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and yogurt until blended. Fold in whipped topping and marshmallow creme. Serve with fruit.

Ingredients 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/3 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, peeled2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperCHIPS:4 whole pita breads2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Place the first seven ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. For pita chips, cut each pita bread into eight wedges; place on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes6 large garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped1 teaspoon saltPepper to taste3 large oranges, divided1 large lemonOil for frying12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmedOptional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, sour cream and avocado slices Preparation Place meat in a medium-size roasting pan. Sprinkle with garlic and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons minced fresh mint or 2 teaspoons dried mint1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation In a bowl, cream butter. Beat in remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate.

Ingredients 12 large egg whites (about 1-2/3 cups)1 cup cake flour1/4 teaspoon instant coffee granules1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon almond extract1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups sugarGLAZE:1 cup Nutella1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup brewed coffee1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts16 maraschino cherries with stems Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix flour and coffee granules until blended....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie12 ounces fresh chanterelle, baby portobello or oyster mushrooms, or a combination of mushrooms3 tablespoons butter, divided1 medium leek (white portion only), halved and sliced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 large eggs3 tablespoons heavy whipping creamMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) wide egg noodles2 pounds fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup butter, divided1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups shredded Swiss cheese Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in 1/4 cup butter for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Place a third of the noodles in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Layer with 1-1/3 cups cheese and a third of the mushrooms....

Ingredients One 1-pound baguette water 5 jarred piquillo peppers (about 1/2 cup 4 small garlic cloves 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice salt cayenne pepper 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 lb. mussels 1 c. dry white wine 2 large pinches of saffron threads 1 medium onion 1 celery rib 1/2 tbsp. tomato paste 2 c. bottled clam juice mixed with 2 cups water 2 c. light cream...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups fat-free milk1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2 pounds red potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)1 cup thinly sliced onions, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup sweetened condensed milk4 whole graham crackers, coarsely crushed Preparation In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar and vanilla. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer until mixture begins to thicken, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Cool completely. Refrigerate until chilled. In a large bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Add condensed milk; beat until mixture thickens....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup chunky peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups chopped pecans1/2 cup salted peanuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 quarts popped popcorn1/2 cup molasses1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup water1 tablespoon white vinegar1 tablespoon butter1/4 teaspoon baking soda Preparation Place popcorn in a large bowl and set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine molasses, sugar, water, vinegar and butter. Cook, without stirring, over medium heat until mixture reaches 235° on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage). Add baking soda and stir well. Remove from heat and immediately pour over popcorn, stirring gently with a wooden spoon until well coated....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, halved5 tablespoons olive oil, divided3/4 teaspoon salt, divided3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided3-3/4 cups uncooked orecchiette or small tube pasta6 green onions, sliced3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup white wine or chicken broth4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubedMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine the Brussels sprouts, 3 tablespoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 20 plum tomatoes (about 5 pounds)1/4 cup olive oil5 teaspoons Italian seasoning2-1/2 teaspoons salt Preparation Cut tomatoes into 1/2-in. slices. Brush with oil; sprinkle with Italian seasoning and salt. Place on racks coated with cooking spray in foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until tomatoes start to turn dark brown around edges and are shriveled. Cool for 10-15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup ketchup1/2 cup water1/2 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons ground mustard2 teaspoons paprika3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 large lemon, sliced2-1/2 to 3 pounds miniature hot dogs or smoked sausage links Preparation In a saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in the next 11 ingredients. Add lemon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally....