Ingredients 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 cup sour cream1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons taco seasoningTortilla chips Preparation In a bowl, combine cheeses; set aside 2 cups for topping. Add beans, sour cream, cream cheese and taco seasoning to the remaining cheese. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with reserved cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until bubbly around the edges....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) dark sweet cherries2 cups water1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 cup milk1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation Drain cherries, reserving juice; set cherries aside. In large saucepan, combine juice, water, 1/3 cup sugar and cinnamon; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. For dumplings, combine the flour, baking powder and remaining sugar in a small bowl....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon paste food coloring Preparation Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half; add desired food coloring to 1 portion (or different colors to each portion)....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 tablespoon canola oil1 small onion, sliced1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1 small sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/2 cup water1/2 cup taco sauce1 envelope fajita seasoning mix Preparation Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup butter, divided1 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and sliced1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper1/2 cup julienned green pepper1/4 cup thinly sliced onion2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup half-and-half cream8 ounces angel hair pasta, cooked and drained2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute chicken and garlic in 2 tablespoons butter for 10-12 minutes or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 jar (16 ounces) Alfredo sauce1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 cup frozen peas, thawed1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked linguine Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, corn, peas, mushrooms, onion, water, garlic salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound uncooked bratwurst links, casings removed1 medium onion, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots2 cups sour cream2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Crumble bratwurst into a large skillet; add onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with Tater Tots and sour cream....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh broccoli florets1/3 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon minced garlic3 tablespoons butter, divided1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs Preparation Place broccoli in a saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 whole garlic bulb3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 pounds sweet onions, sliced1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup cold butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:10 ounces fresh goat cheese3 eggs1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1 cup minced fresh basil Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off of garlic bulb. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped1 cup semisweet chocolate chips4 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped1/3 cup milk chocolate chips2 cups salted whole cashews (about 9 ounces)2 cups salted cashew halves and pieces (about 9 ounces) Preparation Place first 4 ingredients in a large microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, at 50% power until melted, 5-6 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in cashews. Drop mixture by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined pans; let stand until set....

Ingredients 1 small head cauliflower, broken into florets1/3 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese1 large egg yolk1 teaspoon salt3/4 to 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup butterFried sage leaves, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place cauliflower in basket. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; steam, covered, until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain. When cauliflower is cool enough to handle, wrap in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze dry....

Ingredients 2 cedar grilling planks1/4 cup dry white wine2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons minced fresh basil1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1 teaspoon lime juice12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds) Preparation Soak planks in water at least 1 hour. In a large bowl, whisk wine, oil, basil, thyme and lime juice. Add scallops; gently toss to coat. Let stand 15 minutes. Place planks on grill rack over direct medium heat. Cover and heat until light to medium smoke comes from the plank and the wood begins to crackle, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups 2% milk1 cup chicken or vegetable broth1 cup water1 teaspoon salt1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits2 to 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheesePepper and additional salt to taste Preparation Combine milk, broth and water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add salt. Whisk in grits; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring frequently, until creamy, 15-20 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Season with pepper and additional salt to taste....

Ingredients 1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper1/2 cup julienned green pepper1/2 cup sliced onion1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil2 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese4 ounces thinly sliced deli roast beef2 submarine sandwich buns, split Preparation In a small skillet, saute the peppers and onion in oil until tender. Cut cheese slices in half. Place beef and cheese on the bottom of each bun. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2 cups sour cream2/3 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper6-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices6 cups cubed fully cooked ham (about 2-1/2 pounds)1 package (16 ounces) Velveeta, cubed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Mix first 5 ingredients. Stir in potatoes, ham and cheese. Transfer to 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Bake, covered, 1 hour. Uncover and bake until potatoes are tender, 45-55 minutes longer....

Ingredients PASTRY:1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1 cup cherry juice blend4 cups pitted tart red cherriesFew drops red food coloring, optionalTOPPING:1-1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour5 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a bowl, combine salt, sugar and flour; cut in butter. Press into a greased 2-qt. or 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetable blend of your choice1-1/4 cups water1 package (5.7 ounces) curry-flavored couscous mix1/2 cup raisins Preparation In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink. Add vegetable blend, water and contents of couscous seasoning packet. Bring to a boil; stir in couscous and raisins....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice2-1/4 cups chicken broth3 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups frozen french-style green beans, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted3/4 cup sliced almonds, divided1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add rice with contents of seasoning packet and broth....

Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken breast halves (14 ounces each) 1/2 c. packed fresh basil leaves c. drained oil-packed sun-dried tomato halves 2 clove garlic 1 tsp. finely grated orange zest Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 oz. fontina or mozzarella cheese 2 tsp. olive oil Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil; set aside. With a paring knife, cut a 1-inch-long slit in thick side of each breast....

Ingredients 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano1 tablespoon white wine vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tubes (12 ounces each) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Cut each biscuit in half and shape into a ball. Roll in herb mixture. Place biscuit pieces in a greased 10-in....