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Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (6 to 8 pounds)Whole cloves3 cans (14 ounces each) jellied or whole-berry cranberry sauce1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1-1/2 cups dry red wine or chicken broth3 tablespoons Dijon mustard Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. If desired, score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Insert cloves into the surface. Loosely cover ham with foil; bake 1-1/2 hours....

Ingredients 3/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon pepper24 bacon strips (1 lb.) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/3 cup. Place bacon on a rack in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes; drain. Drizzle half of glaze over bacon. Bake for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 envelopes (.6 ounce each) individual serving cream of chicken soup mix2 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon curry powder, optional1 cup 2% milk2 broiler/fryer chickens (4 pounds each), cut up1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Line two 15x10x1-in. baking pans with foil and grease the foil; set aside. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, soup mix, dressing mix and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spiral pasta2 cups heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon butter2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced5 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 medium zucchini, julienned2 medium yellow summer squash, julienned1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram and savory1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, add cream and butter; cook until butter is melted....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry1 egg1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter, melted2 cups sliced peeled fresh or frozen peaches, thawed Preparation Cut pastry sheet in half. Repackage and refrigerate one half for another use. On a lightly floured surface, roll out remaining half into an 8-in. circle. Transfer to a 7-in. pie plate; flute edges. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup 2% milk1 egg, beaten1 tablespoon peanut butter1/2 teaspoon butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 medium banana, sliced1 tablespoon chopped dry roasted peanuts Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 6 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, halved and thinly sliced1 cup quick-oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg1/2 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine the apples and sweet potatoes. Combine the remaining ingredients; sprinkle over apple mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until apples and potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix1 tablespoon sugar3/4 cup 2% milk2 large eggs1/4 cup maple syrup1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbledAdditional syrup, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix and sugar. In a small bowl, combine the milk, eggs, syrup and 1/2 cup cheese. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped3 green onions, chopped3/4 cup white vinegar1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup dark rum1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons lime juice1 habanero or Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and minced2 tablespoons garlic powder1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon ground allspice1 tablespoon dried thyme1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1-1/2 teaspoons pepper3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon8 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves and thighs1/2 cup whole allspice berries1 cup applewood chips1/2 cup ketchup...

Ingredients 1/2 cup vegetable broth8 sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), halved6 ounces uncooked fettuccine1 medium sweet yellow pepper, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced1 cup chopped green onions1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced10 Greek olives, pitted and coarsely chopped1/4 cup minced fresh basil1 tablespoon capers, drained1 teaspoon dried oregano1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Remove from the heat; add tomatoes....

Ingredients 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated beef tips with gravy1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve long grain rice1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter for 2 minutes. Add beef to pan; cook for 4-6 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook rice according to package directions. Remove beef mixture from the heat; stir in sour cream. Serve with rice....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, undrained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, undrained1 package (18 ounces) pitted dried plums (prunes)2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) dried blueberries1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots1/2 cup golden raisins4 lemon zest strips1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained Preparation Drain pineapple, peaches and oranges, reserving the juices; set drained fruit aside. In a Dutch oven, combine fruit juice, dried fruits, lemon zest strips and cinnamon stick....

Ingredients 1 cup Italian salad dressing2 medium cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded and sliced1 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, halved1 teaspoon Creole seasoning2 packages (10 ounces each) ready-to-serve salad greens Preparation In a large bowl, combine the salad dressing, cucumbers, olives and Creole seasoning. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Just before serving, place the salad greens in a large bowl; add cucumber mixture and toss to coat.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups whipped topping1/2 cup fresh blueberries1/2 cup fresh blackberries1/2 cup diced fresh strawberries1/2 cup pineapple tidbits, drained1 large kiwifruit, peeled and chopped Preparation In a bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup chopped pecansFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest2 to 4 teaspoons orange juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in applesauce, vanilla and orange zest....

Ingredients 2 packages (1-1/2 ounces each) enchilada sauce mix3 cups water1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon pepperSalt to taste2 pounds ground beef9 large flour tortillas (9 inch)4 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend1 can (16 ounces) refried beans, warmedOptional: Taco sauce, sour cream, chile peppers, chopped onion and guacamole Preparation In a saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients; simmer for 15-20 minutes. In a skillet, brown and crumble the beef....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup chopped peeled fresh peaches Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients CRUST:1 cup graham cracker crumbs1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup finely chopped peanutsFILLING:2 cups creamy peanut butter2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, whippedCHOCOLATE TOPPING:4 ounces semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons brewed coffeeChopped peanuts, optional Preparation Combine all crust ingredients. Press onto the bottom and halfway up the sides of a 10-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives, drained2 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes Preparation Combine shrimp and olives; set aside. In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. In a small bowl, combine curry powder, ginger, salt and pepper; whisk into hot oil....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 envelope taco seasoning1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried oregano8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta, cooked and drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato sauce, green pepper and spices. Bring to a boil; remove from the heat....