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Ingredients 3 pounds chicken wings1 cup all-purpose flour2 cups peach preserves1/4 cup chicken broth1/4 cup white vinegar1 tablespoon soy sauce2 to 3 serrano peppers, finely chopped2 shallots, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon saltMinced chives, ranch dip, optional Preparation Using a sharp knife, cut through the two chicken wing joints; remove and discard wing tips. Place remaining wing pieces in a large resealable plastic bag. Add flour; seal and shake to coat....

Ingredients 4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoons ground turmeric1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 teaspoon ground cumin4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)1 medium potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch piecesCURRY:1 tablespoon olive oil1 fully cooked Spanish chorizo link (3 ounces), sliced1 tablespoon tomato paste2 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped tomato1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1 cup chicken broth12 pitted ripe olives, divided1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons water1 hard-boiled large egg, quartered1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes Hot cooked rice...

Ingredients 1 egg3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powderPinch salt1 medium tart apple, peeled and diced1/2 cup raisinsWhipped cream or ice cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg. Add the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in apple and raisins. Spread into a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 c. fresh bread crumbs 1 tbsp. chopped parsley salt Freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 boneless chicken breast halves with skin 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup 1 tbsp. sherry vinegar 1/2 c. chicken stock 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. In a large ovenproof skillet, melt the butter. Stir in the bread crumbs and cook over moderate heat until golden....

Ingredients butter 1 baguette 2 c. half-and-half 2 large eggs c. pure maple syrup (preferably Grade B) 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 c. pecans Heavy cream (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart baking dish and set aside. Arrange bread on two large rimmed baking sheets; bake until dry (but not browned), about 15 minutes. Let cool.Step 2Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together half-and-half, eggs, syrup, vanilla, and salt....

Ingredients 1 large egg, beaten3/4 cup finely chopped onion, divided1/4 cup dry bread crumbs or rolled oats5 teaspoons beef bouillon granules, divided3 teaspoons chili powder, divided1 pound ground beef3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drainedCORNMEAL DUMPLINGS:1-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup yellow cornmeal2/3 cup 2% milkMinced chives, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine egg, 1/4 cup onion, bread crumbs, 3 teaspoons bouillon and 1 teaspoon chili powder; crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk1 large egg yolk, beaten2 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)6 tablespoons butter, melted1 large egg, room temperature1 to 3 tablespoons instant coffee granulesFILLING/TOPPING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled3 to 6 tablespoons instant coffee granules1/4 cup hot water3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 tablespoon baking cocoa, optional...

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup butter, cubed4 large eggs1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecans1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in vanilla and chocolate mixture. Gradually add flour and mix well. Stir in nuts. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake)....

Ingredients 2 pounds dried navy beans5 quarts water, divided1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups ketchup1 cup butter, melted2 large onions, quartered1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup molasses1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke or barbecue sauce Preparation Place beans and 2-1/2 qt. water in a 6-qt. Dutch oven; bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans; return to pan with remaining 2-1/2 qt....

Ingredients 12 slices pancetta2 tablespoons butter4 cups sliced assorted fresh mushrooms2 shallots, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup balsamic vinegar16 cups fresh spinach1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon white vinegar12 large eggsHOLLANDAISE SAUCE:3 large egg yolks1/4 cup water2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup butter, melted1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 English muffins, split and toastedMinced chives Preparation In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 1/2 cup powdered nondairy creamer1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):2/3 cup quick-cooking oats1/3 to 1/2 cup boiling waterBrown sugar, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 9 batches (about 1 cup total)....

Ingredients 4 cups ketchup1 cup prepared mustard1 cup orange juice1 large onion, finely chopped1/2 cup packed brown sugar4 teaspoons liquid smoke, optional4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. May be refrigerated for up to 1 week. Use as a basting or dipping sauce for pork, poultry or beef.

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth5 cups fresh broccoli florets1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup uncooked orzo1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons dried basil2 tablespoons butter Preparation Bring broth to a boil in a Dutch oven. Add the broccoli, tomatoes and orzo. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the shrimp, salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and orzo is tender....

Ingredients 1 envelope unflavored gelatin3 cups whole milk1/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 cup waterSugar substitute equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar2 cups frozen unsweetened mixed berries1/2 cup port wine or grape juice1/2 cup fresh raspberries1/2 cup fresh blueberries Preparation In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over milk; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Stir in extract....

Ingredients 4 ounces milk chocolate candy coating4 ounces white candy coating1 can (16 ounces) salted peanuts (about 2-1/2 cups) Preparation In a microwave, melt candy coatings, stirring often until blended. Stir in the peanuts until coated. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs3/4 cup canola oil1-1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups shredded zucchini1 cup grated peeled apples1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the oil, applesauce, sugars and vanilla; beat until blended....

Ingredients 4 fresh or frozen blackberries, thawed5 fresh mint leaves1 tablespoon maple syrup1 lime wedge1/4 cup club soda, chilled1-1/2 ounces light rum1/2 to 3/4 cup ice cubes Preparation In a glass, muddle the blackberries and mint with maple syrup. Squeeze lime wedge into the glass. Stir in club soda and rum. Strain into a chilled glass; serve with ice.

Ingredients 3 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups shredded zucchini1 cup sugar1 cup vegetable oil1 cup maple syrup3 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts1 cup raisinsPrepared cream cheese frosting Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients; beat on medium speed for 1-2 minutes or until well blended. Fold on walnuts and raisins. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cider vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground mustardDash freshly ground pepper12 ounces fresh or frozen medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 small onion, thinly sliced, divided1 garlic clove, peeled and halved3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided1 small pickled jalapeno pepper, rinsed, seeded, cut in strips2 medium ripe avocados, peeled, halved, seeded and rubbed with lemon juiceLemon1 medium tomato, chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, salt, mustard and pepper; set aside....