Ingredients 16 c. air-popped popcorn 1/2 c. salted roasted peanuts 1 c. light brown sugar 1 stick unsalted butter 3 tbsp. agave nectar (see Tips & Techniques) 2 tbsp. light corn syrup 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1 1/2 tbsp. tequila Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F and position racks in the upper and middle thirds. Toss the popcorn with the roasted peanuts in a large heatproof bowl....
Ingredients 3/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons sherry, optional1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon garlic powder12 chicken drumsticks Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, oil, brown sugar, sherry if desired, ginger and garlic powder;add drumsticks. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Place chicken in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet....
Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2 cups uncooked converted rice1 large carrot, shredded1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup each chopped green and sweet red pepper1/2 cup water1/2 cup coconut milk1/3 cup lime juice1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/4 cup each raisins and golden raisins8 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon grated lime zest1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon each ground coriander and cumin1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 cup fresh snow peas, cut into thin strips...
Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crustCooking spray3 plum tomatoes, finely chopped (about 2 cups)1/2 cup soft sun-dried tomato halves (not packed in oil), julienned2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Asiago cheese2 cups yellow and/or red cherry tomatoes, halved Preparation Unroll and press dough into a 15x10-in. rectangle. Transfer dough to an 18x12-in. piece of heavy-duty foil coated with cooking spray; spritz dough with cooking spray....
Ingredients 1/4 c. quick-cooking tapioca 1 vanilla bean 1 tbsp. minced candied ginger 3 lb. firm 3/4 c. plus 3 tablespoons sugar Flaky Pie Crust Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Set a baking sheet lined with foil on the bottom rack. In a spice grinder, combine the tapioca and the vanilla bean seeds and grind to a fine powder. Add the candied ginger and pulse until finely ground.Step 2Transfer the tapioca mixture to a large bowl....
Ingredients 2 ounces fontina cheese8 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham16 fresh sage leaves8 veal cutlets (4 ounces each)1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chicken broth1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Cut cheese into 1/4-in. strips. Place a prosciutto slice, 2 sage leaves and cheese down center of each cutlet. Roll up and secure with toothpicks....
Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1/4 cup milk1 tablespoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed4 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the soup, sour cream, milk, onion, salt and pepper. Stir in the vegetables, macaroni and cheese. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish....
Ingredients 1/2 c. Pecan halves 6 slice bacon 1 red onion 1 pt. grape tomatoes c. white-wine vinegar 1 tbsp. sugar 2 bunch flat-leaf spinach Coarse salt and ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread pecans on a rimmed baking sheet, and toast in oven until golden and fragrant, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside.Step 2Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, 6 to 8 minutes....
Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked bucatini pasta or thick spaghetti1/2 cup hoisin sauce1/3 cup rice vinegar3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate3 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon sesame oil4 ounces fresh snow peas1/2 cup julienned carrot1 small onion, cut into thin wedges1 tablespoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced Preparation Break bucatini into thirds; cook according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the hoisin sauce, vinegar, orange juice concentrate, soy sauce and sesame oil....
Ingredients 1 package strawberry cake mix (regular size)2 cups sour cream2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup strawberry preserves1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingHalved fresh strawberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, sour cream and eggs. Beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Fill prepared cups half full. Drop 1/2 teaspoon preserves into center of each cupcake; cover with remaining batter....
Ingredients 2 cups mashed potato flakes2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 to 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup butter, melted1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4-1/2 pounds), cut up Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a shallow dish, combine potato flakes, Parmesan cheese, poultry seasoning and pepper. Place butter in another shallow dish. Dip chicken in butter, then coat with potato flake mixture. Place on a lightly greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature3 large egg yolks, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon almond extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milkAssorted colored sprinkles, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs, egg yolks and extracts....
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower and carrots)1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 to 1-1/3 cups Italian salad dressing1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, optional Preparation Cook the pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place vegetables in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 5-1/2 to 6-1/2 minutes or until thawed; drain. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water....
Ingredients 1 bone-in turkey breast (5 to 7 pounds)1/4 cup butter, melted1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage2 cups sliced celery2 medium onions, chopped4 cups dry bread cubes2 cups pecan halves1 cup raisins2/3 cup chicken broth2 eggs, beaten1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place turkey breast side up in a shallow roasting pan. Brush with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170° (cover loosely with foil to prevent overbrowning if necessary)....
Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes2 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons sour cream1 tablespoon butter1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 12-14 minutes or until tender, turning once. When cool enough to handle, 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....
Ingredients 12 uncooked lasagna noodles1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, thyme and pepper1 cup 1% cottage cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese...
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed dark brown sugar1 large egg1 tablespoon water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking sodaSugar Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, water and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on greased baking sheets; flatten with a fork that has been dipped in water....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper3/4 cup milk Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Ingredients 2 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tbsp. rice vinegar 1/2 tsp. Asian chili-garlic sauce 4 tsp. minced fresh ginger 1 lb. ground pork 1/2 c. minced water chestnuts 2 scallions 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1 large garlic clove 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. white pepper 12 3-inch shiitake mushrooms with rounded caps 2 tbsp. vegetable oil Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, blend the soy sauce, vinegar, chili sauce and 2 teaspoons of the ginger....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 teaspoons maple syrup2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking sodaConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add syrup. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough into eight portions. Roll each portion into a 9-in. log. Place 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets....
