Ingredients 3 lb. boneless pork shoulder or leg kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. finely chopped Italian parsley 1/4 c. pine nuts 1/2 c. dried currants 3/4 c. freshly grated young pecorino cheese 16 slice prosciutto di Parma (about 1/2 pound) 4 hard-boiled eggs Several gratings of nutmeg 4 tbsp. dried oregano 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 red onions 4 clove garlic 2 c. dry white wine...

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup butter1 cup buttermilk Preparation In a bowl, combine flours, brown sugar, baking powder and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk until a soft dough forms. Turn onto a lightly floured board and knead gently 10-12 times or until no longer sticky. Divide dough in half; gently pat or roll each half into an 8-in....

Ingredients 1 pound plum tomatoes (about 6), seeded and chopped1 cup chopped celery or fennel bulb1/4 cup minced fresh basil3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon saltMAYONNAISE SPREAD:1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup Dijon mustard1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion1 garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1 cup crushed saltines (about 30 crackers)1/2 cup butter, melted2 cups cold 2% milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix4 cups butter pecan ice cream, softened1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 Butterfinger candy bar (2.1 ounces), chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs and butter. Pat three-fourths of the mixture into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Cover and refrigerate....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup cold butter, cubed1-1/2 cups chopped pecans1 jar (12 ounces) caramel ice cream topping, warmed1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with pecans. Drizzle caramel topping evenly over pecans. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until caramel is bubbly....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced lengthwise Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. ground cumin 2 c. shredded Monterey Jack 2 c. shredded cheddar 4 medium flour tortillas 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1/4 c. sour cream, for dipping Preparation Step 1In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil....

Ingredients c. bulgur wheat 1 c. vegetable broth or water 4 small eggplants 3 tbsp. olive oil 1 c. diced onion 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. finely diced zucchini 1 pt. halved grape tomatoes c. roughly chopped walnut pieces 1 1/2 tsp. garlic paste 1/2 c. chopped fresh basil 1/4 tsp. ground pepper 3/4 c. diced fresh mozzarella Preparation Step 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil....

Ingredients 8 to 10 frozen breaded chicken breast nuggets6 cups torn romaine1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3/4 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing3/4 cup Caesar salad croutons1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Bake chicken nuggets according to package directions; cut into fourths. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, mushrooms and chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Sprinkle with croutons and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1/2 pound), cut into 2-inch pieces1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/3 cup chopped onion1/3 cup julienned sweet red pepper1 tablespoon olive oil, divided1/2 cup uncooked arborio rice1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup plus 2 tablespoons chicken broth3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed Preparation In a large skillet, saute the chicken, ham, onion and red pepper in 2 teaspoons oil until chicken is browned on all sides....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water1 cup white wine or chicken broth4 green onions, sliced10 whole peppercorns4 salmon fillets (5 ounces each)DILL SAUCE:1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup chopped peeled cucumber4-1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill or 1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, combine the water, wine, onions and peppercorns. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; carefully add salmon. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10 large)1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup cake flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sugarFROSTING:1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate leaves, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift together confectioners’ sugar, flour and cocoa 3 times. Add cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups dried black beans1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, sliced1 pound boneless country-style pork ribs1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked Spanish chorizo links, sliced1 smoked ham hock1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper5 cups waterHot cooked rice Preparation Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse, discarding soaking liquid. In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine beans with the next 9 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 package strawberry or yellow cake mix (regular size)FROSTING:1 cup shortening1 cup butter, softened8 cups confectioners’ sugar7 to 8 tablespoons 2% milk, divided2 teaspoons clear vanilla extract1/2 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon lemon extractDECORATIONS:1 cup dark chocolate candy coating disks, melted1/2 cup vanilla candy coating disks, melted1 large marshmallow1/2 cup green candy coating disks, meltedWhite pearl dragees, flower sprinkles, white edible glitter and colored sugarSmall piece of tulle...

Ingredients 2 1/2 stick unsalted butter 2 c. confectioners’ sugar 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. ground cloves Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from the heat and skim off the foam. Using a ladle, remove the clear melted butter, leaving the white milky solids behind; discard the solids. You should have 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of clarified butter. Refrigerate the clarified butter until solidified, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups water1/2 cup cornmeal2 teaspoons salt1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup molasses2 tablespoons active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 cups rye flour3 cups all-purpose flour8 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubesAdditional cornmeal Preparation In a saucepan over medium heat, bring water, cornmeal and salt to a boil; stir until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and molasses. Cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked instant rice1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup canned chopped green chiles2 tablespoons cream-style cottage cheese2 tablespoons ricotta cheese1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream, chiles, cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, salt, pepper and rice....

Ingredients 1/2 cup dried parsley flakes1/2 cup chili powder1/4 cup dried minced onion2 tablespoons salt2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons dried minced garlic2 tablespoons ground cumin1 tablespoon ground coriander1 tablespoon each dried cilantro flakes, basil and oregano1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 teaspoons pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months. Use to season chili, sprinkle it on fish, or use as a rub for pork....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 egg, lightly beaten3/4 cup milk1/3 cup butter, melted1-1/4 cups fresh or frozen blueberriesTOPPING:1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Combine egg and milk. Add egg mixture and butter to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Fold in blueberries. Fill greased or paper-line muffin cups two-thirds full....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil2-3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon saltRed and blue paste food coloring1/2 teaspoon each cherry, raspberry and lemon extract Preparation Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg and oil, beating well. In another bowl, whisk 2-3/4 cups flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. butter, divided 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 2 lb. red cabbage (from 1 small or ½ a large head), cored and sliced ¼” thick 1 medium tart apple (optional) such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and cut into long matchsticks 1/2 c. dry red wine 1/2 c. water 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar 3 tbsp. packed light or dark brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt...