Ingredients 3 large chipotle chiles in adobo 1/4 c. ketchup 1/4 c. pure maple syrup 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth tsp. ground allspice 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 medium onion 2 large garlic cloves Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Preparation Step 1In a blender, combine the chipotles with the ketchup, maple syrup, broth and allspice and puree until smooth.Step 2In a medium saucepan, heat the oil until shimmering....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons apricot nectar1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil4 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes6 cups torn romaine1 cup grape tomatoes, halved Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, apricot nectar, garlic, salt, basil, oregano, thyme and pepper. Slowly whisk in the oil. Add cheese cubes and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour....
Ingredients 1 large potato, peeled and diced1 large leek (white portion only), chopped1 medium onion, diced2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth1 tablespoon minced fresh marjoram or 1 teaspoon dried marjoram, divided1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons butterSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the potato, leek and onion in oil for 4 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup beef broth1 egg, lightly beaten4 teaspoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds ground beef4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon onion saltSAUCE:1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup beef broth2 teaspoons prepared mustardAdditional Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the crumbs, broth, egg and seasonings; let stand for 2 minutes....
Ingredients 2 large egg whites, room temperature1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract6 to 8 drops green food coloring, optional1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a small bowl, beat the egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, extract and food coloring if desired on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes....
Ingredients 1 tube (18 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons whole milk1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1 tablespoon instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 tablespoons chocolate syrup, divided3 tablespoons chopped walnuts Preparation Cut cookie dough in half widthwise; let one half stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften (save the other half for another use). Press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in....
Ingredients 1 medium nectarines, sliced6 fresh basil leaves1 mandarin oranges, sliced2 quarts water Preparation Combine all ingredients in a large glass carafe or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours.
Ingredients 4 pounds apples (about 8 large), peeled and chopped3/4 to 1 cup sugar1/4 cup water3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation In a greased 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until apples are tender. Whisk in peanut butter until apple mixture is smooth. Cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator....
Ingredients 4 large eggs3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, slightly softenedCARAMEL SAUCE:1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup light corn syrup1 cup heavy whipping creamChopped pecans, optional Preparation Line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper. Grease the paper; set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs for 3 minutes. Gradually add sugar; beat for 2 minutes or until mixture becomes thick and lemon-colored....
Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided6 cups cubed French bread (1-inch pieces)1/3 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved2 medium sweet yellow or orange peppers, chopped1/2 cup pitted Greek olives1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves, torn8 ounces feta or part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions....
Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed3 tablespoons peach preservesDash cayenne pepper Preparation Place beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine preserves and cayenne. Cook, uncovered, on high for 30 seconds or until preserves are melted. Transfer beans to a serving bowl; add peach mixture and toss to coat....
Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, cubed, divided10 slices ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) white baking chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk3/4 teaspoon maple flavoring Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Heat bacon according to package directions. Crumble bacon and set aside. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine baking chips, condensed milk, flavoring and remaining butter....
Ingredients 1 c. light-brown sugar 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. ground cinnamon tsp. ground cloves 1 1/2 c. fresh Pumpkin Puree or canned 3 large eggs 1 egg 1 1/2 c. evaporated milk Pâte Brisée (Pie Dough) 1 tbsp. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In a large bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, pumpkin puree, and 3 eggs....
Ingredients 1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup white vinegar4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced2 tablespoons canola oil, divided6 flour tortillas (10 inches)Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, picante sauce and sour cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the orange juice, vinegar, garlic and seasonings; add the beef....
Ingredients 1 cup biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients just until combined. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls into greased miniature muffin pans. Bake at 425° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
Ingredients 1 round loaf of Italian bread 1/4 lb. thinly sliced hard salami 1/4 lb. sliced provolone cheese 1/4 lb. thinly sliced deli ham 1 jar roasted red peppers green olives black olives Cocktail onions (found with pickles and olives in the grocery store) 1 stalk celery Italian herbs (Use premixed Italian seasonings, or combine oregano, basil, rosemary, marjoram, and/or thyme.) olive oil Preparation Step 1Slice the bread in half horizontally, and pull out some of the soft insides to make it hollow....
Ingredients 2 cups Cheerios2 cups bite-sized Shredded Wheat2 cups pretzel sticks1-1/2 cups salted peanuts1/4 cup butter, cubed3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 250°. In a large bowl, combine cereals, pretzels and nuts. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in sauce and seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. Spread in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes....
Ingredients 6 cups sliced peeled tart apples1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup biscuit/baking mixTOPPING:1 cup biscuit/baking mix1/3 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons cold butter1/2 cup sliced almondsIce cream or whipped cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, toss apples with cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg. Place in a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the milk, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla and biscuit mix....
Ingredients 1/2 cup medium pearl barley1-1/2 cups water1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sliced green onions1 can (4 ounces) whole button mushrooms, drained Preparation In an ovenproof skillet, saute barley in oil until golden brown. Stir in water, bouillon and salt; bring to boil. Remove from the heat; add onions and mushrooms. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until barley is tender.
Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. ground beef sirloin Coarse salt ground pepper 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. green beans 1 medium red onion c. light mayonnaise 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley 1 tbsp. prepared white horseradish 4 slice tomato 4 slice country bread Preparation Step 1Form beef into four patties; season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add patties; cook 6 to 8 minutes per side for medium....
