Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup butter, softened, divided1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup evaporated milk2 tablespoons light corn syrup2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 cups coarsely chopped salted cashews Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, milk, corn syrup and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring mixture to a rapid boil, stirring constantly for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1 large onion, chopped3 celery ribs, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh sage or 2 teaspoons rubbed sage3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken brothCROUTONS:2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh sage or 1 teaspoon rubbed sage2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups cubed French bread (1/2-inch cubes)Cooking sprayAdditional grated Parmesan cheese, optional...

Ingredients 2 cups quick-cooking oats2 cups sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract1 cup butter, melted1 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine oats, sugar, flour and baking powder. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Stir in butter and pecans. Drop by teaspoonfuls 3 in. apart onto lightly greased foil-lined baking sheets....

Ingredients Assorted fruit: sliced apples and starfruit, peeled quartered kiwifruit, cubed fresh pineapple, dried apricots, dried sliced pineapple and apples, and fresh strawberries, grapes and sweet cherriesCaramels and Tootsie Roll MidgeesPretzel dipping sticks1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips3 tablespoons shortening, divided1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 pound white candy coating, choppedToasted coconut and finely chopped pecans, optional Preparation Prepare fruit; pat dry with paper towels. Microwave unwrapped candies, one at a time, for 10 seconds each....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 medium red potatoes, quartered and cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 cup chopped onion1 medium carrot, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 celery rib, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 teaspoon rubbed sageSalt and pepper to tasteFresh dill sprigs Preparation Divide chicken and vegetables between two pieces of double-layered heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Sprinkle with the sage, salt and pepper; top with dill sprigs. Fold foil around the mixture and seal tightly....

Ingredients 3 boneless chicken breasts Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. coconut milk 2 tsp. green curry paste 1 c. panko or breadcrumbs 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/2 c. yogurt 1 tsp. grated ginger root 1 tsp. Thai green curry paste 1 tbsp. lime juice 1 tsp. grated lime rind Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Slice chicken breasts across the grain into ½-inch-thick strips. Season chicken with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided2 tablespoons pepper1 to 2 tablespoons white pepper2 tablespoons garlic powder1 tablespoon paprika1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cups buttermilk2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk8 beef cube steaks (4 ounces each)Oil for frying1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceDash hot pepper sauce Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine 2 cups flour and seasonings; set aside. In another bowl, combine buttermilk and evaporated milk....

Ingredients 3 cups cooked elbow macaroni3 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups cubed peeled fresh peaches1 cup sliced celery1 cup halved strawberries1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/2 cup chopped apple1/2 cup golden raisins1/2 cup chopped pecans1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon pepperShredded lettuce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, orange juice, sugar, ginger and pepper; pour over salad and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up3 tablespoons butter Preparation Set aside 3/4 cup cherries. In a blender, combine orange juice and remaining cherries; cover and process until smooth. Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, lemon juice, garlic and ginger; set aside....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1/2 cup chicken broth1/3 cup orange marmalade1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the broth, marmalade, oil, vinegar, chipotle pepper, honey, chili powder and garlic powder; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/4 pound bulk pork sausage or 4 pork sausage links, sliced1/2 cup frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 tablespoons diced sweet red pepper2 tablespoons diced green pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 eggs2 tablespoons 2% milk1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Separate crescent dough into four triangles; arrange on an ungreased 7-1/2-in. round pizza pan with points toward the center. Press onto the bottom of pan, building up edges slightly....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, sliced1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot 1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 5 cups)1 pound fresh baby carrots1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth1/2 cup half-and-half cream Sliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion, garlic and ginger until tender, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 4 tablespoons butter, divided39 miniature candy canes, crushed (about 1 cup)1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided4 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1 teaspoon cream of tartar Preparation Line an 8-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Sprinkle with half of the crushed candy; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons butter....

Ingredients 1 gallon water1 teaspoon ascorbic acid powder5 pounds nectarines, halved, pitted and sliced into 1-inch slices2 cups water2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup honey Preparation Combine water and ascorbic acid powder until dissolved; place nectarines in liquid immediately after cutting each one. In a Dutch oven, combine water, sugar and honey. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Drain nectarines and add to the canning syrup; return just to a boil....

Ingredients 10 corn tortillas 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Chili powder Kosher salt 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika 1 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. ground chile 1 tbsp. gochugaru 1 tsp. dried oregano 8 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1/2 medium onion, diced Seeds and membranes from 2 jalapeños, diced 1/2 carrot, chopped 1 (15-oz.) can crushed tomatoes 1 tsp....

Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1 small onion, sliced1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 cups water1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon ground ginger4 celery ribs, sliced1 small green pepper, julienned1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained3 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked rice Preparation Drain oranges, reserving juice; set oranges aside. In a Dutch oven, brown beef and onion in oil; drain. Stir in the water, soy sauce, ginger and reserved juice....

Ingredients 2 pounds carrots, cooked and mashed3/4 cup half-and-half cream3 eggs, beaten1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, cooked Preparation Combine the first seven ingredients. Pour into a well-greased 6-cup ring mold. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes; unmold onto a serving plate....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tbsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. ground tumeric 1/2 tsp. fennel seeds 1/2 tsp. cardamom 1/4 tsp. cinnamon tsp. ground cloves 1/4 tsp. ground cayenne (optional, and more or less to taste) 3 tbsp. coconut oil 1 large onion 2 jalapeños 5 clove garlic 1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 1/4 c. finely chopped fresh cilantro 3 lb. tomatoes fresh black pepper...

Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce 2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon salt2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons water1/2 cup pico de gallo6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup sour creamOptional: Additional pico de gallo and sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; saute chipotle pepper, garlic and seasonings 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs1/3 cup finely chopped pecans1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon brown sugarFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract2 large eggs, beatenTOPPING:1/4 cup butter, cubed4 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced2 tablespoons lemon juice3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, pecans, butter and brown sugar. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in....