Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, cubed2-1/4 cups sugar, divided 1 pound fresh dark sweet cherries, pitted and halved (about 2 cups)3/4 cup shortening2 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place butter in a 13x9-in. baking pan; heat in oven until butter is melted, 2-3 minutes. Remove pan from oven; tilt carefully to coat bottom and sides with butter....

Ingredients 2 lb. sweet potatoes 1 lb. Yukon gold potatoes 4 oz. plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 1/2 tbsp. chopped fresh sage 1 1/2 c. whole milk Coarse salt Freshly ground pepper 1 c. fresh breadcrumbs Preparation Step 1Place sweet potatoes and potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water, and season with salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 9 minutes. Drain; pass through a ricer into a bowl....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1 pound ground beef1 envelope taco seasoning4 cups water2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsaSour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and sliced ripe olives, optional...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cubed1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil1 pound ground turkey1 pound ground beef2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (28 ounces) baked beans3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup chili powder1 tablespoon all-purpose flour2 to 3 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook the pork, onion and green pepper in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 3 plum tomatoes, chopped1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions4 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, onions, 2 tablespoons oil, basil, vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper; set aside. Lightly brush both sides of bread slices with remaining oil....

Ingredients 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn1 bunch romaine, torn1 cup thinly sliced red onion1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/2 cup olive oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the lettuces, onion, artichoke hearts and Parmesan cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the oil and vinegar; drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups sliced almonds1/4 cup honey1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon almond extract1-1/4 cups finely chopped dried cherries or dried cranberries1 cup mixed nuts, finely chopped2/3 cup M&M’s minis Preparation Place almonds in a food processor; process until finely ground. While processing, gradually add honey and extract. Remove to a large bowl; stir in cherries, mixed nuts and candies. Divide mixture in half; shape each into an 8-in. long roll. Wrap tightly in plastic; freeze 1 hour or until firm....

Ingredients 3 pounds ground beef2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon dried oregano1 tablespoon ground cumin2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained, optional1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional garnishes: Shredded cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, sour cream and/or lime wedges Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 cup chopped cooked turkey1 cup chopped celery1 medium red onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 package (1 ounce) ranch dressing mix1 cup sour cream1 cup Miracle Whip1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 cup slivered almonds1 teaspoon paprikaGreen pepper rings and tomato slices, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a 2-1/2-qt. salad bowl. Add turkey, celery, onion and green pepper; toss to combine....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 3 leeks (white part only) 10 small cloves garlic 1 tbsp. minced fresh oregano 12 large shiitake mushrooms 1/2 c. dry white wine 6 c. vegetable or chicken stock 12 baby carrots 1/2 small butternut squash 12 small New potatoes 2 medium parsnips 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/2 lb. haricots verts (or green beans) 12 Brussels sprouts 2 medium yellow squash 3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley...

Ingredients 1 cup reduced-fat sour cream2 tablespoons Sriracha chili sauce2 tablespoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 naan flatbreads, warmed1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shreddedMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients. Spread over flatbreads; top with chicken and, if desired, cilantro.

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup sour cream1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Serve with vegetables.

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 pounds ground pork1/2 cup panko bread crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped red onion3 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 teaspoons smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple3/4 cup barbecue sauce12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledSliced Jarlsberg cheese, optional12 hamburger buns, splitOptional: additional barbecue sauce, chopped red onion and fresh basil. Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 24 thin patties....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/3 cup butter, melted, divided1-1/4 cups quick-cooking rice1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut upSalt and pepper to tastePaprika Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine soups, 1/4 cup butter and rice. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth, divided1-1/4 cups water, divided3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped1 medium zucchini, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil, divided4 green onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the wild rice, 1 cup broth and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb. ground beef 2 tbsp. tomato paste 2 tsp. ground cumin 2 tsp. chili powder 1 (10-oz) can red enchilada sauce 2 boxes Jiffy corn muffin mix 1 c. frozen corn 1 c. sour cream, plus more for serving 4 tbsp. melted butter 2 large eggs 8 bell peppers, tops and cores removed...

Ingredients 1 egg1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dry bread crumbs4 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 6 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a shallow bowl, beat the egg, mustard and garlic. Place bread crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip pork chops in egg mixture, then coat with crumbs. In a large skillet, brown chops on both sides in oil. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 6 c. butternut squash 1/2 c. ground amaretti cookies 1/2 fresh bread crumbs 1/4 finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 large eggs 3 large egg yolks semolina 1 c. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. fresh sage leaves 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper...

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/4 cup minced fresh basil1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons tomato paste1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups bread flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Stir in basil, Parmesan cheese, tomato paste, sugar, oil, salt, pepper flakes and 2 cups flour. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter1-1/3 cups whole milk2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheeseAdditional cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine soup and peanut butter. Gradually stir in milk. Add cheese; cook and stir until peanut butter and cheese are melted and soup is heated through. Garnish with additional cheese.