Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) caramels1/4 cup water3/4 cup peanut butter, divided4 cups Cheerios1 cup salted peanuts1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or 1 cup milk chocolate chips1/2 cup butter, softened Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave caramels, water and 1/2 cup peanut butter on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 1 to 1-1/2 minutes longer or until melted. Add cereal and peanuts; toss to coat. Spread into a greased 13-in....
Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced 1 stalk celery, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, grated Kosher salt McCormick Black Pepper 1 small red bell pepper, chopped 1 jalapeño, finely chopped 1 lb. ground beef 1 packet McCormick Chili Seasoning Mix 1 (14 oz.) can crushed tomatoes 3/4 c. whole milk 1/2 lb. macaroni pasta 1/2 c. finely chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish...
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups fat-free milk1 package (16 ounces) reduced-fat Velveeta1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Velveeta and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese until smooth. Drain macaroni; stir into cheese sauce....
Ingredients 1 tsp. finely grated grapefruit zest 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 2 tsp. agave syrup 4 oz. mezcal, divided 2 oz. triple sec, divided 2 oz. fresh lime juice, divided 1 oz. agave syrup, divided Grapefruit slices, for garnish Preparation Step 1In a small shallow bowl, combine grapefruit zest, salt, and red pepper flakes. Pour agave syrup in another small shallow bowl.Step 2Dip rims of 2 rocks glasses into syrup, then dip into grapefruit zest mixture to coat....
Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 tablespoon canola oil3 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon salt8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheeseSalsa and sour cream Preparation Place beans in a large microwave-safe bowl; mash lightly. Stir in the chiles, onion, peppers, oil, chili powder, garlic, oregano, cumin and salt....
Ingredients 1 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt6 medium tart apples (about 2-1/4 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 (14.1 ounces) refrigerated pie pastry2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons maple syrup, dividedWarm maple syrup, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add sugar mixture; toss to coat. Unroll one pastry sheet into a 9-in....
Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 20 slices2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/2 pound sliced deli ham1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese1/2 pound sliced deli turkey6 large eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extractTOPPING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonRASPBERRY SAUCE:1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup cold water1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup maple syrup2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries Preparation Line a greased 13x9-in. baking dish with half the bread....
Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie3 large eggs2 cups 2% milk1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup chopped fresh broccoli1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 green onions, chopped1 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of foil....
Ingredients 4 cups Crispix1 can (4-1/2 ounces) crisp cheese ball snacks3 cups corn chips2 cups pretzel sticks1 cup cheddar-flavored snack crackers2 tablespoons taco seasoning1/2 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 200°. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Spread in two ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Combine taco seasoning, oil and butter; pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat. Bake for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes....
Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup light or dark corn syrup3/4 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup butter, melted2 large eggs, room temperature, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 package (3 ounces) pecan halves Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. In a large bowl, combine sugar, corn syrup, oats, coconut, butter, eggs and vanilla. Pour into crust. Bake 15 minutes....
Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup buttermilk1 cup sugar3 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltOil for deep-fat fryingFROSTING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 pinch salt3 to 4 tablespoons boiling water3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons baking cocoa Preparation In a large bowl, beat sour cream and buttermilk until smooth. Beat in sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla just until combined....
Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, separated1 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups chopped frozen peaches, thawed, divided2 cups sweetened whipped cream or whipped topping3/4 cup peach yogurtOptional: Toasted pecans and ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks, milk, butter and vanilla until blended. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1 tablespoon maple syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup quick-cooking oats1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 package (10 ounces) peanut butter chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in syrup and vanilla....
Ingredients 6 large baking potatoes2 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup 1% milk1/4 pound turkey bacon (about 9 slices), diced and cooked1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided2 tablespoons minced chives1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper Preparation Bake the potatoes at 375° for 1 hour or until tender. Cool. Cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. In a large bowl, mash the pulp with butter....
Ingredients 8 ounces lean ground beef (90% lean)8 ounces lean ground pork1 small onion, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs1/2 cup waterSAUCE:2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups beef broth2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 cup half-and-half creamCooked buttered wide egg noodles, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the beef, pork, onion, seasonings, crumbs and water....
Ingredients 1/4 c. plus 2 tbsp. ketchup 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1/2 c. chopped celery 1/2 c. chopped onion 1/2 c. chopped carrots 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 c. chopped parsley, plus more for serving 3/4 c. panko bread crumbs 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 egg 1 lb. ground beef 1/2 lb. ground pork Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup ketchup with brown sugar....
Ingredients 1 large eggplant (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled1 small onion, coarsely chopped6 garlic cloves, peeled3 tablespoons olive oil2 cups reduced-fat sour cream4 teaspoons lemon juice3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper10 drops liquid smoke, optionalMinced fresh parsleyOptional ingredients: Naan flatbread wedges or miniature pitas, cherry tomatoes, celery sticks, julienned red pepper, baby carrots and Greek olives Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Cut eggplant crosswise into 1-in. slices; place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan....
Ingredients 2 tubes (1 pound each) polenta1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese12 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, halved1/4 cup prepared pesto Preparation Cut polenta into 24 slices; place on ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Top each with a tomato half and 1/2 teaspoon pesto; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 450° for 7-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cornmeal1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltDash onion powder3 tablespoons shortening3/4 cup 2% milk1 large egg, room temperature1 package (16 ounces) miniature smoked sausagesOil for deep-fat fryingSpicy ketchupMustard Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and onion powder; cut in shortening until crumbly. Whisk milk and egg; stir into flour mixture just until moistened. Dip sausages into batter. In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil to 375°....
Ingredients 4 ounces spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces1 large egg1 cup sour cream1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon garlic powder2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat egg. Add sour cream, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Drain spaghetti; add to egg mixture with Monterey Jack cheese, spinach and half of the onions....
