Ingredients 2 cups 2% milk3 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup sugar2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powderOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugarLingonberry jam or red currant jelly Preparation In a large bowl, combine the milk, eggs and sugar. Combine flour and baking powder; beat into egg mixture until smooth. In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 2 inches oil to 375°. Cover the bottom of a funnel spout with your finger; ladle 1/2 cup batter into funnel....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened2 cans light tuna in water (5 ounces each), well drained1 celery rib, finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped red onion2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup diced dill pickle, divided4 large eggs, beaten2 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese8 slices tomato Lettuce leaves, optional Preparation Preheat waffle maker. In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise and cream cheese until smooth. Add tuna, celery, onion, parsley, lemon juice and 2 tablespoons chopped pickles....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, softened, divided2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup sugar1 cup evaporated milk1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup butterscotch chips Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, milk and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. butter 1 large onion 2 medium red bell peppers 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 3 c. milk 4 medium baking potatoes 8 ear corn Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 1/2 lb. green beans Hot pepper sauce (optional) Preparation Step 1In a Dutch oven or 5-quart pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, bell peppers, and thyme; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.Step 2Add milk, potatoes, and 5 cups water....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked tricolor spiral pasta1/2 cup chopped seeded cucumber1/2 cup thinly sliced celery1/2 cup chopped red onion1/2 cup sliced radishes1/2 cup chopped tomatoes1/2 cup sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon Italian salad dressing mix2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cucumber, celery, onion, radishes, tomatoes, olives, cheese, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups heavy whipping cream2 cups milk6 egg yolks, lightly beaten3/4 cup vanilla or white chips1 teaspoon orange or rum extract Preparation In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually add cream and milk. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cook and stir with a wire whisk 2-3 minutes more or until thickened. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese (1-inch balls), drained1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained1 medium sweet orange pepper, chopped1/4 cup prepared pesto3 tablespoons white wine vinegar Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain tortellini; add to cheese mixture and toss to coat. Serve warm or refrigerate until chilled....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg1 cup mashed ripe bananas1/2 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon banana extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup shredded zucchini1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, beat the egg, bananas, oil and extracts. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in zucchini and walnuts....

Ingredients 5 cups crushed strawberries (about 3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon butter1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin7 cups sugar1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine strawberries and butter. Stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir for 1 minute. Immediately stir in thyme. Remove from the heat; skim off foam....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup butter, divided3 cups crumbled cornbread3 cups soft bread crumbs1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 cup chicken broth1 large egg1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon grated lemon zest3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint flakes Preparation In a large skillet or saucepan, saute celery and onion in 2 tablespoons butter until tender....

Ingredients Sugar substitute equivalent to 1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1 teaspoon ground cinnamon8 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples1 tablespoon butterDough for double-crust pie Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the first 3 ingredients; fold in apples. On a lightly floured surface, roll one half of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim even with rim. Add filling; dot with butter. Roll remaining dough to a 1/8-in....

Ingredients 1/2 c. kosher salt 1 1/4 lb. sunchokes 1 large Vidalia or other sweet onion 1 large red bell pepper 1/2 c. dry mustard powder 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 qt. apple cider vinegar 2 c. sugar 1 tbsp. turmeric 1 tsp. yellow mustard seeds 1 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 1 tsp. celery seeds Preparation Step 1In a bowl, combine the salt with 4 cups of water. Add the sunchokes; let stand for 1 hour....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans1 cup barbecue sauce1 cup salsa1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauceChopped green onions, optional Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours....

Ingredients 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs1 large egg2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 pound bulk Italian sausage2 tablespoons sesame oil1 small onion, finely chopped1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon garam masala3/4 cup vegetable broth, divided1/2 cup coconut milk1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce1/2 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce4 cups hot cooked rice...

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)2 slices Swiss cheese (3/4 ounce each)2 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup chopped onion1 small garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1/3 cup Marsala wine or chicken broth2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thymeDash saltDash pepper Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in....

Ingredients 8 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 12 oz. sour cream 1/2 tbsp. truffle salt Pepper, to taste 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into small cubes 3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Step 1Boil potatoes in unsalted water until tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 20-30 minutes. Step 2Drain well, then mash until totally smooth (you can use an electric mixer here, if you like)....

Ingredients 1 whole fresh beef brisket (12 to 14 pounds)1/2 cup pepper1/4 cup kosher saltLarge disposable foil pan About 6 cups wood chips, preferably oak Preparation Trim fat on brisket to 1/2-inch thickness. Rub brisket with pepper and salt; place in a large disposable foil pan, fat side up. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight. Meanwhile, soak wood chips in water. To prepare grill for slow indirect cooking, adjust grill vents so top vent is half open and bottom vent is open only a quarter of the way....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons sesame oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium carrot, diced1 celery rib, chopped1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 large garlic clove, minced1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk1 tablespoon red curry paste3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed2 cups fresh baby spinach1 green onion, minced1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zestFresh cilantro leavesDry roasted peanuts Preparation In a large saucepan, heat sesame oil over medium heat....

Ingredients Preparation “They did a cake cutting when I really didn’t want one. I felt incredibly awkward doing it! Basically, everyone was dancing and in a booming 80s voice, the band singer was like “AND NNNNNOOOOWWWWWWWWW, ladies and gents, it’s TIIIIIMEEEEEE TO CUT THE CAAAAAAKE.” Everyone awkwardly shuffled over and watched us as we did the hand thing and sliced it and took a huge bite and then it was over and we didn’t know what to do,” -Jordana B....

Ingredients 2 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella, divided 1 c. freshly grated Parmesan, divided, plus more for garnish 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 c. marinara 12 oz. fresh or frozen breaded chicken, cooked according to package instructions and diced kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 zucchini, halved, seeds scooped out with a spoon 1 tbsp. chopped parsley Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375°.Step 2In a large bowl, combine 2 cups mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parm, garlic, marinara and chicken....