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Ingredients 2 cups water2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1/2 cup sliced carrots1/2 cup sliced celery1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups whole milk1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender (do not drain). Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter....

Ingredients 4 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon butter2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup cold heavy whipping cream1/2 cup lightly salted dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped1/2 cup salted cashews, coarsely chopped1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)1/4 cup hot caramel ice cream topping2 tablespoons chocolate syrup, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows and milk over medium heat, stirring often, until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Transfer mixture to a bowl; stir in butter and vanilla....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup graham cracker crumbs1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped nuts1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Melt butter in a 9-in. square baking pan. On top of melted butter, sprinkle crumbs, then coconut, then chocolate chips, then nuts. Pour milk over all. Do not stir. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup cake flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided1/4 teaspoon baking soda4 tablespoons cold butter, divided1/3 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese1 cup buttermilk1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and baking soda. Cut in 3 tablespoons butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; add cheese. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup lime juice3 tablespoons tequila3 tablespoons Triple Sec4-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest, divided1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon ground oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper16 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; stir in lime juice, tequila, Triple Sec and 3 teaspoons lime zest....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar3/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons lemon juice3 small onions, sliced3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (4 pounds)12 to 14 sandwich rolls, split Preparation In a gallon-size resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients; add roast. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally. Transfer roast and marinade to a Dutch oven. Cover and bake at 325° for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 3 pounds chicken wings (about 15)1 cup soy sauce1 cup orange marmalade3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut chicken wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip sections. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, marmalade, garlic, ginger and pepper. Cover and refrigerate 1/2 cup marinade for basting. Place remaining marinade in a large shallow dish. Add wing sections and turn to coat evenly. Cover; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 package (22 ounces) frozen fully cooked angus beef meatballs1-1/2 cups marinara sauce1/3 cup chopped ripe olives1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn Preparation Prepare meatballs according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine marinara and olives; heat through. Add meatballs and basil; heat through.

Ingredients 1 cup crumbled feta cheese1/3 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil from sun-dried tomatoes, divided1 teaspoon Greek seasoning Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix cheese and tomatoes. Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil; sprinkle with Greek seasoning. Top with cheese mixture. Roll up chicken from a short side; secure with a toothpick....

Ingredients 8 large corn leaves 4 c. corn flakes, crushed 21 Ritz crackers, crushed 2 tsp. taco seasoning 1 tbsp. adobo sauce 1 1/2 c. corn stock or low-sodium vegetable broth 1/4 c. peanut oil 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp. powdered cheese 1 tbsp. ranch seasoning powder 2 tbsp. evaporated milk 2 c. cooked pinto beans 1/2 c. corn 2 large cabbage leaves or dampened paper towels...

Ingredients 2 large eggs1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided1-3/4 cups ricotta cheese4 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Separate one egg. In a small bowl, lightly beat egg white; set aside. In another small bowl, combine egg and egg yolk; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, unroll pastry; cut in half. Roll out one half of pastry into an 8-in....

Ingredients 2 medium leeks, sliced2 large carrots, sliced6 tablespoons butter, divided6 cups chicken broth5 cups diced peeled potatoes1 tablespoon minced fresh dill1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute leeks and carrots in 3 tablespoons butter for 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in the broth, potatoes, dill, salt, pepper and bay leaf....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (4 pounds)2 tablespoons canola oil2 large sweet onions, sliced2 cups ketchup2 cups water1/2 cup dry red wine or beef broth Preparation In an oven-proof Dutch oven, brown meat in oil on all sides; drain. Top with onions. Combine the ketchup, water and wine; pour over meat and onions. Cover and bake at 350° for 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (6.9 ounces) chicken-flavored rice mix2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups hot water1 cup orange juice1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional2 cups cubed cooked chicken1-1/2 cups frozen sliced carrots, thawed Preparation Set aside seasoning packet from rice mix. In a large skillet, cook rice mix in butter over medium heat until golden brown. Stir in the water, orange juice, garlic powder, ginger, cayenne if desired and contents of seasoning packet; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup eggnog1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup dried cranberriesSTREUSEL:2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup chopped pecansGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon eggnog Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 large egg2 tablespoons 2% milk1 cup crushed Ritz crackers3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Place flour in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk egg and milk. In a third bowl, combine the crackers, cheese, salt and pepper. Dip pork chops in the flour, egg mixture, then cracker mixture....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 c. finely shredded red cabbage 1/4 c. white wine vinegar 1 tbsp. sugar salt Freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. yellow split lentils 2 clove garlic salt 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 scallions 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1/4 c. sour cream 1 tsp. white wine vinegar 1 1/4 c. finely shredded green cabbage...

Ingredients 2 cups crushed seasoned stuffing1 cup finely chopped onion3/4 cup egg substitute1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Stir in spinach until blended. Roll into 1-in. balls....

Ingredients 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons prepared horseradish Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes or until tender; drain. Add butter, salt and pepper. Mash potatoes. Beat in the sour cream and horseradish.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened3 cups sugar1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened6 large eggs, room temperature3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powderOptional: whipped cream, confectioners’ sugar and assorted fresh fruit Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 10-in. tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and cream cheese until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a small bowl, whisk flour and baking powder....