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Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder roast (4 to 5 pounds)2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons each oregano, ground cumin, paprika and pepper1 bunch fresh cilantro, divided2 medium onions, halved and sliced1/4 cup canned chopped green chiles4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth2/3 cup orange juice1/2 cup lime juice16 sandwich buns, splitBarbecue sauce and pickle chips Preparation Cut roast in half. Combine the salt, oregano, cumin, paprika and pepper; rub over pork....

Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower (about 3-1/2 pounds), broken into florets6 cups vegetable stock3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted and divided 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil1 to 3 teaspoons harissa chili paste or hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepperAdditional harissa chili paste, optional Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine cauliflower, vegetable stock, 1/2 cup almonds, 1/2 cup cilantro and the next 7 ingredients....

Ingredients 3 cups sunflower kernels2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup crisp rice cereal1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup light corn syrup1 cup peanut butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sunflower kernels, coconut and rice cereal. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar and syrup. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in peanut butter until well blended. Pour over sunflower mixture; stir until coated....

Ingredients 4 oz. PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese 3 tbsp. butter 1/4 c. apple butter 2 c. powdered sugar c. butter 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 egg 1/2 tsp. vanilla 3/4 c. flour 1 c. rolled oats c. peeled and chopped apples Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Step 2The apple butter and Neufchatel cheese mixture must be made first....

Ingredients 4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4 cups rye flour2 cups All-Bran2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 tablespoons instant coffee granules1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon caraway seeds1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1/2 teaspoon ground coriander3 cups water, divided1/2 cup molasses1/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 ounce unsweetened chocolate1 tablespoon cornstarch Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. In a saucepan, heat 2-1/2 cups water, molasses, butter, vinegar and chocolate to 120°-130°....

Ingredients 2 cups water3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate1 cup quick-cooking oats1/3 cup toasted wheat germ1/4 cup dried cranberries1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained3 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the water and orange juice concentrate to a boil. Stir in the oats, wheat germ and cranberries. Return to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in oranges, brown sugar and walnuts if desired....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup molasses1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup white baking chips1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons butter4 teaspoons grated orange zestCandied orange peel, optional Preparation Beat first 7 ingredients until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Gradually beat in flour. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup cake flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons grated orange zest4 drops yellow food coloring2 drops red food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until blended. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flours and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Mix orange zest and food colorings into 1 half; leave remaining dough plain....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt6 large eggs, room temperature4 cups buttermilk1/4 cup canola oil Preparation Dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine the next 5 ingredients. Whisk eggs, buttermilk and oil; stir into flour mixture just until moistened. Stir in yeast mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed2 teaspoons canola oil1 medium onion, chopped2-1/2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces)2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional toppings: Plain yogurt, croutons, shaved Parmesan cheese and cracked pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until water is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1 cup sugar3/4 cup canola oil1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powderFILLING:1 cup peach or apricot preserves1/2 cup finely chopped pecans3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons unsweetened instant tea3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonCOATING:2 packages (3 ounces each) lemon gelatin2 packages (3 ounces each) peach or orange gelatin2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin1/2 cup sugarMint leaves and additional apricot preserves Preparation In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, milk and vanilla until blended....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)Frosting:1/2 cup creamy peanut butter3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractChopped salted peanuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 42 mini-muffin cups with paper or foil liners. Prepare brownie mix batter according to package directions. Fill prepared cups two-thirds full. Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean (do not overbake)....

Ingredients Ice cubes3 ounces gin or vodka1/2 ounce dry vermouthPimiento-stuffed olives Preparation Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add gin and vermouth; cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with olives.

Ingredients 1/2 cup unblanched almonds1/2 cup chopped dried apricots1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup butter, melted, divided2 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon almond extract20 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches) Preparation Place almonds and apricots in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon butter, honey, lemon zest and extract; add almond mixture and stir until blended. Lightly brush 1 sheet of phyllo with remaining butter; place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush with butter....

Ingredients 2 large jalapeños 1 c. fresh lime juice 1 qt. light Mexican beer (such as Corona or Pacifico) 1/2 c. soy sauce 2 lb. trimmed beef top round or bottom round Coarse salt Preparation Step 1Prepare the marinade: In a mini food processor, puree the seeded jalapeño along with 1/4 cup of the lime juice. Transfer the puree to a large bowl. Stir in the beer, soy sauce, the unseeded jalapeño, and the remaining 3/4 cup of lime juice....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 package miniature semisweet chocolate chips (10 ounces) FILLING:1 vanilla bean3 large egg whites1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch-process) 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. vegetable shortening 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. packed dark-brown sugar 1 large egg 1 c. whole milk 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 4 oz. cream cheese 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar 1/4 c. canned solid pack pumpkin 1 pinch cinnamon...

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon onion powder1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup sliced green olives with pimientos, drained1/4 cup Miracle Whip1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard4 hamburger buns, toasted1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, optionalBibb lettuce leaves, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine beef, soy sauce, Worcestershire, garlic powder and onion powder, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties, indenting the center slightly....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped8 to 10 fresh mushrooms, sliced3 celery ribs, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce1/2 cup ketchup2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon prepared mustardHot cooked spaghetti Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper, mushrooms and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 cups packed brown sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon2 teaspoons dried grated lemon zest2 teaspoons dried orange zest1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation Place all ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Mulling Spices may be used to prepare the following recipes: Holiday Spice Pancakes, Mulled Red Wine and Mulled Wine-Poached Apples....