Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups packed dark brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup dark corn syrup1/4 cup molasses4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground clovesOptional: Slivered almonds and frosting of choice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, corn syrup and molasses. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup soft bread crumbs1 tablespoon chopped onion1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1/4 pound bulk pork sausage1/4 pound ground beefSAUCE:3/4 cup ketchup2 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons soy sauceHot cooked noodles or rice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon saltDash cayenne pepper6 cups plain popped popcorn Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the sugar, chili powder, cinnamon, salt and cayenne pepper. Add popcorn. Spray popcorn with cooking spray. Seal bag and shake to coat.

Ingredients 1/2 c. basmati rice 1 bunch green onions, divided 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 6 garlic cloves, 5 roughly chopped, 1 minced 4 tbsp. white miso 2" piece ginger, thinly sliced 1 1/4 tsp. turmeric powder, divided 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for seasoning 1 tsp. granulated sugar (optional) 1/2 tsp. ground cayenne pepper (optional) 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and cleaned Freshly ground black pepper...

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon taco seasoning1 can (16 ounces) refried beans8 flour tortillas (10 inches), room temperature3 cups shredded lettuce2 large tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles1 cup finely chopped ripe olivesSalsa Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and taco seasoning until blended. Stir in the refried beans. Spread 3-4 tablespoons over each tortilla. Layer lettuce, tomatoes, chiles and olives down the center of each tortilla; roll up tightly to 2-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup olive oil4 teaspoons brown sugar2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon pepper2 garlic cloves, minced4 pork tenderloin (3/4 to 1 pound each)Coarsely ground pepper, optional Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Grill the tenderloins, covered, over indirect medium-hot heat for 25-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients TOMATO GROUND BEEF MIX:4 pounds ground beef4 medium onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced3 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms4 celery ribs, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon Italian seasoning2 to 3 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon pepperSHEPHERD’S PIE:3 cups warmed mashed potatoes (prepared with added milk and butter), divided2 medium carrots, grated1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped1 tablespoon onion soup mix2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 2 large yellow onions, cubed2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 quart water4 beef bouillon cubes1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 cups loosely packed spinach leavesGrated Parmesan or shredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute onions in oil over medium heat for 10 minutes or until tender. Add the next eight ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 cans (one 49-1/2 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth4 cups cubed cooked turkey2 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced1 large potato, peeled and cubed2 cups frozen cut green beans1 medium green pepper, chopped1 celery rib, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup uncooked medium pearl barley2 bay leaves1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 45-55 minutes or until barley and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes1 tablespoon butter4 large eggs, beaten10 ounces bulk sausage1/4 cup sour cream8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup minced chives, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperAdditional sour cream, optional Preparation Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15-17 minutes or until tender, turning once. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter until over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed1 large onion, chopped3 celery ribs, chopped1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup mayonnaise3/4 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine the cracker crumbs and butter until crumbly; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 5 round cake dummies in graduated sizes1 Styrofoam coneTacky glueCheeseclothGreen food coloringKaleToothpicksVeggie trims: radishes, carrots, peppers, zucchini, cauliflower, broccoli, asparagus, baby corn, black olives and clementinesGARLAND AND DECORATIONS:Daikon radishesTurnipsGreen, sweet red and yellow pepper rings Preparation Stack cake dummies (found in cake decorating stores or at www.cookscakeandcandy.com—search “Styrofoam dummy rounds”). Cut Styrofoam cone to about 4 in. high; glue on top of small cake dummy. Glue remaining cake dummies together....

Ingredients 6 servings instant mashed potatoes 1/2 c. shredded Romano pecorino cheese 1 1/2 c. vegetable broth 1 1/2 c. chopped carrots 1 1/2 c. chopped onions 1 1/2 c. sliced mushrooms 1 1/2 c. sliced celery 1 1/2 c. frozen corn 1 tsp. Black pepper 2 bay leaves 2 whole cloves 1 package Morningstar Farms® Meal Starters™ Grillers™ Recipe Crumbles™ 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour Preparation Step 1Follow the recipe per package directions for mashed potatoes, decreasing the margarine by half....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt2/3 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup plus1 tablespoon canola oil, dividedTOPPING:3 cups 2% cottage cheese1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/4 cup fat-free milk1-1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli1-1/2 cups chopped fresh cauliflower1/2 cup chopped celery1/3 cup shredded carrot1/4 cup chopped onion2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseSliced ripe olives, drained, optional Preparation For crust, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Add milk and 1/4 cup oil; mix well....

Ingredients 3 medium tart apples, peeled1/3 cup raisins1 tablespoon lemon juice1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 tablespoons cold butter1/3 cup finely chopped walnutsVanilla ice cream Preparation Cut each apple into 16 wedges; place all on an 18-in. square piece of heavy-duty foil. Sprinkle with raisins; drizzle with lemon juice. In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, salt and nutmeg; cut in the butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 celery rib, finely chopped1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided3 green onions, finely chopped2 large egg whites3 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon prepared wasabi1-1/2 cups lump crabmeat, drainedCooking spraySAUCE:1 celery rib, finely chopped1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 green onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish1/2 teaspoon prepared wasabi Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Combine red pepper, celery, 1/3 cup bread crumbs, green onions, egg whites, mayonnaise and wasabi....

Ingredients 5 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped, divided2 tablespoons whole milk3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)2 cups sliced fresh strawberries Preparation In a microwave, melt 4 ounces white chocolate with milk; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in orange zest and melted chocolate....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plain yogurt1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup whole wheat flour1/4 cup toasted wheat germ1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon salt1-2/3 to 2 cups bread flour Preparation Let yogurt stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the whole wheat flour, wheat germ, sugar, oil, salt and yogurt. Beat until smooth....

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 small ripe avocado, chopped1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/2 cup picante sauce2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon vegetable oil3/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Pour over zucchini mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours....

Ingredients 1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (28 ounces) green enchilada sauce1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1-1/2 cups frozen corn2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix2 cups cubed cooked turkeyOptional toppings: crumbled queso fresco, shredded cheddar cheese, crushed tortilla chips, cubed avocado and minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the red pepper, onion and celery in oil until crisp-tender....