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Ingredients 1 medium fennel bulb5 large carrots, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces1 large white onion, quartered, divided1 medium lemon3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon pepper1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 pounds) 2 garlic cloves1 cup orange juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Using a sharp knife, trim stalks and root end of fennel bulb. Cut bulb lengthwise into quarters; cut and remove core. Cut fennel into 1-in....

Ingredients 2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped3/4 cup marshmallow creme1/2 cup butter, cubed1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegPastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup whipping topping Preparation Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped3-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning2 teaspoons olive oil3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed5 cups chopped fresh kale12 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute onion and Italian seasoning in oil until onion is tender. Stir in the broth, beans, sweet potatoes and kale....

Ingredients 1/2 medium head cabbage, finely shredded2 crisp unpeeled medium apples, shredded1 medium carrot, peeled and grated3 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, finely minced1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest1 teaspoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon saltBURGERS:1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 hamburger buns, split Preparation Combine first 5 ingredients; remove 1/4 cup cabbage mixture and reserve. Add mayonnaise, lime zest, lime juice, pepper and salt to remaining cabbage mixture, tossing well to coat....

Ingredients 1 large egg2 tablespoons water2/3 cup dry bread crumbs1 envelope onion soup mix1/8 teaspoon pepper6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce1 can (7 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a shallow bowl, beat egg and water. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, soup mix and pepper. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture....

Ingredients Preparation Did Taylor overnight this cake to Selena’s boat?What did she do with the cake if she did not, in fact, overnight the cake to Selena’s boat?What does it mean to “Gomez or go home?“What flavor is this cake? Why is Taylor’s frosting handwriting so immaculate? Whose frosting handwriting is that immaculate? That’s insane?The “I MEAN I COULD BUT WHY WOULD I WANT 2” bit — is that in reference to not letting distance stop her from celebrating Selena’s birthday?...

Ingredients 6 chicken leg quarters, skin removed1 envelope taco seasoning, divided1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 large onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 cup uncooked instant rice1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup sour cream1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups crushed tortilla chipsMinced fresh cilantro Preparation Sprinkle chicken with 1 tablespoon taco seasoning; transfer to a 5- or 6-qt....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules1 cup quick-cooking barley1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained4 green onions, thinly sliced1 cup honey Dijon salad dressing Preparation In a saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Stir in barley. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 11-13 minutes or until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 can (21 ounces) raspberry, cherry or strawberry pie filling Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls; press onto the bottom and up the sides of greased miniature muffin cups. Bake at 300° for 17-22 minutes or until set. Cool for 15 minutes before carefully removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons corn syrup1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cups unsalted dry roasted peanuts Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, butter, corn syrup, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Add peanuts; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until bubbly and golden brown, stirring once, 20-25 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack; break apart if necessary....

Ingredients 1 cup frozen cheese tortellini2 tablespoons olive oil, divided3 tablespoons prepared pesto, divided1/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)1/4 cup each chopped sweet yellow pepper, green pepper and sweet onion1/4 cup sliced fresh carrot1/4 cup fresh or frozen snow peas1/4 cup fresh broccoli florets1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 plum tomatoes, cut into wedges3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 tablespoon water...

Ingredients 1/2 oz. unsalted butter 1 tsp. crumbled blue cheese, such as Roquefort 3 slices applewood-smoked bacon 1 brioche roll or hamburger bun 1/4 ripe avocado 2 thin slices tomato 1 medium egg 4 thin slices cooked turkey Preparation Step 1Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, and wipe skillet clean.Step 2Butter cut sides of roll or bun....

Ingredients 6 flour tortillas (10 inches)3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Brush both sides of each tortilla with butter. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over one side of tortillas. With a 2-1/2-in. star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out several stars from each tortilla; discard scraps. Place stars on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 7-9 minutes or until crisp....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 cups heavy whipping cream8 cups fresh strawberries (about 2 pounds), sliced2 cups fresh blueberriesOptional: Additional fresh strawberries and blueberries Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Slowly add cream, beating until thick and fluffy. Fold in 8 cups strawberries and 2 cups blueberries. If desired, top with additional berries.

Ingredients 2 lb. baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large 8 oz. green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 c. packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish 1/2 c. chopped toasted walnuts, plus more for garnish 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. grated parmesan 1 pt. cherry tomatoes, halved 12 oz. mini mozzarella balls, halved Preparation Step 1In a large pot, cover potatoes with 2 to 3 inches of water and season generously with salt....

Ingredients 1/4 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar1 egg, separated1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash ground nutmeg1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon white vinegar1/4 cup finely chopped walnutsFROSTING:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons shortening1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1/2 c. pitted kalamata olives 1 clove garlic 1/2 tsp. chopped rosemary 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar 5 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 navel oranges 2 bunch watercress 2 Belgian endives 1 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves 1 red onion Preparation Step 1Coarsely chop 1/4 cup of the olives and transfer them to a small bowl. In a mini processor, pulse the remaining 1/4 cup of olives with the garlic and rosemary until the olives are chopped....

Ingredients 3 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast3 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar3 eggs1/3 cup vegetable oil1 tablespoon salt5 cups whole wheat flour4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, eggs, oil, salt and whole wheat flour; beat until smooth. Add enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage2 large onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, divided1/4 cup olive oil2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon pepper1 medium butternut squash (about 4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1 medium acorn squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes2 cups crumbled feta cheese2 small sweet red peppers, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook the sausage, onions and 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and onions are tender, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups baby carrots2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon butter1 teaspoon white wine vinegar1/8 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons minced chives Preparation Place carrots in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam until tender, 5-8 minutes. Transfer carrots to a large bowl. Add the brown sugar, butter, vinegar and salt; toss until butter is melted and carrots are coated. Sprinkle with chives....