Ingredients 2 1/4 tsp. active dry yeast 1/4 c. granulated sugar 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 pinch granulated sugar 3/4 c. warm milk 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk 3 c. all-purpose flour Coarse salt 1 stick unsalted butter 1 large egg 8 oz. bittersweet chocolate 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. confectioners sugar 2 tbsp. confectioners sugar 1/4 c. all-purpose flour...

Ingredients 7 cups sliced zucchini (1/4-inch slices)1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup water1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules or 1 chicken bouillon cube1/2 teaspoon dill weed2 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon lemon juice2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup sour cream Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine zucchini, onion, water, salt, bouillon and dill; bring to a boil. Add the butter, sugar and lemon juice; mix. Remove from heat; do not drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups ketchup1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup white vinegar2 teaspoons seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, mix ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, seasoned salt and, if desired, liquid smoke. Add ribs; turn to coat. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until meat is tender. Remove pork to a serving plate. For sauce, skim fat from cooking liquid; transfer liquid to a small saucepan to thicken; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, divided2 medium leeks (white portion only), finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced4 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper5 cups vegetable stock2 cups heavy whipping cream4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided 12 ounces lump crabmeat, drained Croutons, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat; saute leeks and garlic until leeks are tender, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 2 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes 4 tbsp. butter, softened 1/2 c. milk, preferably whole 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 2 large eggs 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 4 tbsp. melted butter 1/2 c. chopped pecans 1/4 c. packed brown sugar 1/2 tsp. kosher salt Preparation Substitute cinnamon or pumpkin spice for nutmeg. Walnuts are just as good, hazelnuts could be even better....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked wild rice2-1/4 cups vegetable broth or water1 teaspoon olive oil4 bacon strips, chopped1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped1/2 cup chopped red onion1 cup chopped fresh kale1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperChopped fresh parsley Preparation Rinse wild rice thoroughly; drain. In a large saucepan, combine broth, rice and oil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is fluffy and tender, 50-55 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2/3 cup water1 envelope taco seasoning2 tubes (12 ounces each) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 can (15 ounces) chili con carne1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseOptional: Salsa and sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tbsp. vegetable oil kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. cumin 1 lb. ground beef 1/2 c. tomato sauce 1/2 c. chicken stock 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar Large leafy lettuce (leaves separated), for serving 1 avocado, chopped Salsa, for serving (optional) Sour cream, for serving (optional) Preparation Step 1Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 cup reduced-fat sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mixAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the sour cream, extracts and cinnamon until smooth. Add milk; mix well. Add pudding mix; beat on low speed for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)5 tablespoons butter, divided4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup sliced onion1/4 cup water1/4 cup honey teriyaki marinade Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon butter for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in remaining butter until tender, adding the water and marinade during the last 2 minutes....

Ingredients 6 large potatoes1 egg1/3 cup milk1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon each dried thyme, basil, oregano and chili powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup vegetable oil Preparation Slice unpeeled potatoes into wedges (12-14 per potato). In a small bowl, beat egg and milk. In another bowl, combine flour and seasonings. Dip potato wedges into milk mixture; dust with flour mixture. Place in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet....

Ingredients 4 cups grape tomatoes, chopped1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped3 green onions, chopped3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons red wine vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces), cut into 1/4-inch slices Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cheese, artichokes, green onions and pine nuts. Whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, pepper and salt; pour over tomato mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil2/3 cup water3 tablespoons Homemade Cream-Style Soup Mix3/4 cup frozen chopped broccoli, thawed1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked1/2 cup milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1-1/2 cups cooked rice2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. In a microwave-safe dish, whisk together water and soup mix. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes, whisking occasionally....

Ingredients 17 slices white bread2 slices pumpernickel bread2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna, drained1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, divided1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese3 tablespoons chopped onion3 tablespoons diced celery1/2 teaspoon dill weedSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Remove crusts from bread. Cut white bread into 1-in. strips. Cut pumpernickel bread into 1/2-in. strips, then cut each in half widthwise. In a bowl, combine tuna, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, cheese, onion, celery, dill, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 bottle (32 ounces) cranberry juice5 cans (6 ounces each) unsweetened pineapple juice1/3 cup Red Hots1 cinnamon stick (3-1/2 inches)Optional: Sugared cranberries or additional cinnamon sticks Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine juices, Red Hots and cinnamon stick. Cover and cook on low for 2-4 hours or until heated through and candies are dissolved. Discard cinnamon stick before serving. Serve with sugared cranberries and additional cinnamon sticks if desired....

Ingredients 2 bunch broccoli 3 clove garlic 5 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1 lb. large cherry tomatoes 1 tbsp. coarsely chopped fresh oregano 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice Freshly ground pepper 2 c. drained jarred or canned large white beans 2 oz. baby spinach Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F....

Ingredients 2 bacon strips, diced1 pound ground beef or venison2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 to 5 drops hot pepper sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup each finely chopped celery, onion and carrots1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown bacon and the beef or venison; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs3 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups milk chocolate chips2 cups coarsely crushed ice cream sugar cones (about 16)1 cup sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour1 cup salted sunflower kernels, toasted2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 teaspoons salt1-1/4 cups water1/2 cup milk1/3 cup honey3 tablespoons butterAdditional salted sunflower kernels, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sunflower kernels, yeast and salt. In a saucepan, heat the water, milk, honey and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients. Beat until smooth....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs1 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup butter, melted1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs, onion and butter until blended; stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts. Fill greased or paper-lined miniature muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....