Ingredients 6-1/2 cups thinly sliced potatoes (about 1 pound)1/3 cup water2 tablespoons dried minced onion2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 cup milk3/4 cup sour cream1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseCoarsely ground pepper, optional Preparation Place the potatoes, water, onion and bouillon in an ungreased microwave-safe 2-1/2-qt. dish. Cover and microwave on high for 12-14 minutes until potatoes are tender and bouillon is dissolved, stirring once....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling Preparation Line a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5-7 minutes longer or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup red wine vinegar1/2 cup olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts6 cups torn romaine6 cups torn red leaf lettuce1 pint fresh blueberries1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first six ingredients. Pour 3/4 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 4 frozen breaded chicken tenders (about 1-1/2 ounces each)1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepperMarinara sauce, warmed Preparation Prepare chicken tenders according to package directions. Preheat oven to 400°. Unroll pizza crust onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Layer with mozzarella, chicken tenders and Parmesan to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seam to seal and tuck ends under....

Ingredients 3/4 cup orange juice1 cup plain yogurt1 medium cantaloupe, peeled, seeded and cubed1 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper6 mint sprigs Preparation Place the orange juice, yogurt and cantaloupe in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Add the honey, salt, nutmeg and cayenne; cover and process until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with mint sprigs.

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups butter, softened1-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 ounces almond paste1 egg1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltWooden skewers or lollipop sticksICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup evaporated milkFood coloring of your choice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy; add almond paste. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 butterflied pork chops (3/4 inch thick and 3 ounces each)1 tablespoon butter1 cup apple juice or cider, divided1 teaspoon rubbed sage3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices1 green onion, thinly sliced1 medium tart apple, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch rings2 teaspoons cornstarch Preparation In a large skillet, brown pork chops in butter; drain. Remove from skillet and keep warm. In same skillet, combine 3/4 cup apple juice, sage, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature3 cups all-purpose flour2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) cook-and-serve butterscotch pudding mix3 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the eggs. Combine the flour, pudding mixes, ginger, baking powder and cinnamon; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 tube (18 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough3 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries1 drop red food coloring, optional1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons butter Preparation With a sharp knife, cut cookie dough into eight equal slices. Cut each slice into quarters; roll into balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately make a deep impression in the center of each cookie using the back of a small melon baller or small spoon....

Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage (about 2 pounds), cut into wedges1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup minced chives1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Place cabbage in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets2 tablespoons canola oil2 large garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute broccoli in oil until crisp-tender, adding the garlic and Creole seasoning during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups canola oil1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 eggs3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg3-1/2 cups diced peeled apples1 cup chopped walnuts2 teaspoons vanilla extractCARAMEL ICING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup butter, cubedDash salt1 cup confectioners’ sugarChopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugars and eggs until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture until blended....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)2 large eggs, room temperature2 tablespoons butter, softened1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons salt7 to 7-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, eggs, butter, sugar, salt and 3 cups flour; beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1 cup shredded carrot1 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 pound ground beef, cooked, crumbled and drained2 cups cooked long grain rice3 cups 2% milk1 pound Velveeta, cubed1 cup sour cream Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the carrot, onion, celery and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the beef, rice, milk and cheese; simmer, uncovered, until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally (do not boil)....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) pitted tart red cherries, undrained1-1/2 cup water3/4 cup sugar, divided1/4 cup butter, divided1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powderPinch salt1/3 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Place cherries and juice in a straight-sided skillet or Dutch oven along with water, 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons butter. Simmer for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, sift together flour, baking powder, salt and remaining sugar; place in a bowl....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. sugar 1 tsp. ground cardamom 1/2 tsp. ground anise Zest of 1 lime (about 1 tablespoon) Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons) 7 ripe red plums 3/4 c. Greek yogurt 1/4 c. rose water or syrup (optional) Preparation Step 1Whisk together 1 1/4 cups sugar, cardamom, anise, and lime zest in a medium bowl. Add lime juice and plums; mix well to combine. Let marinate 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped1 package (14 ounces) ridged potato chips1-1/2 pounds milk chocolate or dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped Preparation In a microwave, melt white coating, stir until smooth. Dip chips halfway in coating; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets to set. Melt milk or dark chocolate. Dip other half of chips, allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper to set....

Ingredients 2 shallots 3 tbsp. olive oil 1/4 c. dried porcini mushroom soaked in warm water for 10 minutes (reserve the soaking liquid) 8 medium frozen shrimp 2 tbsp. brandy 2 c. canned tomatoes 2 tbsp. heavy cream Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 c. bow tie pasta (farfalle, butterflies) grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Step 1Cook the shallots in the olive oil in a medium sauté pan until softened and begins to brown....

Ingredients 12 slices bread2-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained2 cups diced cooked chicken1 tablespoon butter, melted6 large eggs3 cups 2% milk2 tablespoons finely chopped onion3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Using a doughnut cutter, cut 12 rings and holes in bread; set aside. Tear the remaining bread scraps and place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with 2 cups cheese, broccoli and chicken....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) apricot halves, drained4 cups packed brown sugar4 cups cider vinegar1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce2 cups ketchup1 cup maple syrup1 cup prepared mustard1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup honey3 tablespoons salt1/2 cup molasses3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules2 to 4 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons garlic powder2 tablespoons onion powder2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon pepper2 tablespoons Liquid Smoke, optional Preparation In a blender, puree the apricots until smooth....