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Ingredients all-purpose flour 1 recipe Pâte Brisée 8 strip bacon 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion 3 tbsp. pure maple syrup 1 tbsp. water 3 large eggs 1 c. heavy cream 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves 3/4 tsp. Coarse salt 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1On a lightly floured surface, roll pâte brisée to 1/4 inch thick. Cut out a 14-inch round. Press dough into bottom and up sides of a 10-inch springform pan, then fold sides of dough down to create a 2-inch-high border....

Ingredients 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut green beans, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1/2 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup vinegar1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1 medium onion, thinly sliced into rings Preparation Combine beans and peas in a large bowl....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped4 cups water3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) hominy, drained2 cans (15 ounces each) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies2 envelopes taco seasoning1 envelope (1 ounce) original ranch dressing mix2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperShredded cheddar cheese and sour cream, optional...

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup unsalted butter, softened2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:1/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground allspice2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples2 tablespoons cold unsalted butterFINISHING:1 large egg yolk2 tablespoons waterCoarse sugar and cinnamon-sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to butter mixture until well blended. Divide dough in half....

Ingredients 2/3 ounce dried morel mushrooms1/4 cup olive oil1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 cups coarsely chopped baby portobello mushrooms12 garlic cloves, minced4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper48 wonton wrappers2 cups pasta sauce of your choice2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh Italian parsley Preparation Place mushrooms in a small bowl; add warm water to cover. Soak 30 minutes or until softened. Remove mushrooms with a slotted spoon; rinse and finely chop....

Ingredients 6 large eggs, separated2 cups finely chopped onions1/3 cup matzo meal1/3 cup canola oil3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks on high speed for 2 minutes or until thick and lemon-colored. Add the onions, matzo meal, oil, salt and pepper; mix well. In another bowl, beat egg whites on high until stiff peaks form; fold into onion mixture. Pour into an ungreased 2-qt....

Ingredients DRESSING:1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon saltSALAD:1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn2 cups torn red leaf lettuce1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced1/4 cup orange juice1 medium cucumber, sliced1/2 medium red onion, sliced1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Chill. Just before serving, toss the greens in a large salad bowl....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-1/4 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)7 tablespoons sugar4 large egg yolks, room temperature1/3 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon salt4 to 4-1/4 cups all-purpose flourTOPPING:1/2 cup slivered almonds, divided2/3 cup sugar4 teaspoons grated orange zest3 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add the sugar, egg yolks, butter, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)....

Ingredients 2 packages (10 ounces each) cornbread/muffin mix1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 large eggs, beaten2/3 cup whole milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cornbread mix, Parmesan cheese and rosemary. Add eggs and milk; stir just until moistened. Fill greased muffin cups half full. Bake 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack....

Ingredients 1 lb. lentils (about 2 1/3 cups) 1 qt. water 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 2 3/4 tsp. salt 2 1/2 tbsp. sherry vinegar or wine vinegar 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. plus 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tomatoes c. Chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/2 c. coarse cornmeal 1/2 c. grated Parmesan 2 eggs 2 tbsp. butter 1 lb. chicken livers 2 qt. mixed salad greens (about 6 ounces)...

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup canola oil2 large eggs, room temperature1-3/4 cups 2% milk1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)Maple syrup, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Place peanut butter in another bowl; gradually whisk in oil. Whisk in eggs and milk. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Stir in bananas....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) caramels1/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons water5 cups miniature pretzels1 jar (18 ounces) chunky peanut butter26 ounces milk chocolate candy coating, melted Preparation In a microwave, melt caramels with butter and water; stir until smooth. Spread one side of each pretzel with 1 teaspoon peanut butter; top with 1/2 teaspoon caramel mixture. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until set. Using a small fork, dip each pretzel into melted chocolate coating until completely covered; allow excess to drip off....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shortening2 to 3 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:4 cups sliced peeled tart apples1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 egg2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add cold water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1 cup shortening1 cup sugar6 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoon salt9 cups all-purpose flour, divided3 to 4 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add milk, shortening, sugar, eggs, salt and 4 cups flour; beat 3 minutes or until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 egg1 egg white3/4 cup buttermilk1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract1-1/2 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted, divided1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, egg white, buttermilk, oil and extracts....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 eggs1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking sodaDash saltFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1/3 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the bananas, applesauce and vanilla....

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice2 cups frozen chopped peeled mangoes1/2 medium ripe banana1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1 tablespoon honey Preparation In a blender, combine all ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups crushed cream-filled maple sandwich cookies (about 12 cookies)3 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup hot fudge ice cream topping1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup creamy peanut butter1 teaspoon maple flavoring1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons maple syrup1/4 cup chocolate-covered peanuts, coarsely chopped Preparation In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and butter. Press onto bottom and up sides of an ungreased 9-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar3 eggs1/2 cup maple syrup1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup sour cream1 teaspoon maple flavoring2-1/2 cups cake flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon each ground allspice, nutmeg and maceMAPLE SUGAR FROSTING:6 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons maple flavoring4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 to 3/4 cup sour creamChopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 8 small red potatoes2 eggs, lightly beaten2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1-1/4 cups seasoned bread crumbs1 teaspoon curry powder1-1/2 pounds ground beef24 pimiento-stuffed olives8 plum tomatoes, halved2 medium green peppers, cut into quarters8 large fresh mushrooms1/4 cup barbecue sauce Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3-5 minutes or until slightly tender. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the eggs, Worcestershire sauce, bread crumbs and curry powder....