Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 pound bacon strips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil. In a shallow bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut bacon strips crosswise in half; dip in sugar mixture to coat. Twist 2 or 3 times, then place in prepared pan. Bake until browned and crisp, 15-20 minutes.

Ingredients 1/2 cup lemon juice1/3 cup honey3 tablespoons canola oil6 green onions, sliced3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped3 teaspoons dried thyme3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In a blender, combine the first 9 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour 1/2 cup into a small bowl for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a bowl or shallow dish....

Ingredients 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce1/2 cup milk1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 cups shredded pizza cheese blend1/2 cup chopped pepperoniItalian bread, cubed and toasted Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Add cheese and pepperoni; cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted. Transfer to a fondue pot and keep warm....

Ingredients 3 small yellow summer squash, sliced 1/4 inch thick1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped2 naan flatbreads1/3 cup roasted red pepper hummus1 carton (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese pearlsPepper Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Toss squash with oil and salt; spread evenly in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast until tender, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; stir in spinach. Place naan on a baking sheet; spread with hummus....

Ingredients 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium green peppers, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced3 jars (26 ounces each) spaghetti sauce1-1/4 cups water1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins, halved lengthwise4 teaspoons dried basil2 teaspoons chicken seasoning2 packages (8 ounces each) uncooked manicotti shells1 pound fully cooked andouille or Italian sausage links, halved lengthwise and sliced2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the mushrooms, peppers and onions in oil until tender....

Ingredients 8 bacon strips4 lettuce leaves8 slices rye or pumpernickel bread1 pound prepared chicken salad4 slices Swiss cheese8 slices tomato1/3 cup honey mustard salad dressing Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Place lettuce on four slices of bread; layer each with chicken salad, two bacon strips, one cheese slice and two tomato slices. Spread salad dressing on one side of remaining bread; place over tomatoes....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup mayonnaiseAssorted crackers or tortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the artichokes, chiles, cheese and mayonnaise. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve warm with crackers or tortilla chips....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 large onions, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons dill weed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed, cubed1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onions; cook and stir until tender. Stir in broth, paprika, soy sauce and dill....

Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat broiler. In a large bowl, toss chicken and artichokes with oil, salt and pepper. Transfer to a broiler pan. Broil 3 in. from heat 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°, turning chicken and artichokes halfway through cooking....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup coarsely chopped nutsVanilla ice creamWarmed apple pie filling Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add coconut and nuts. Spread in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Cool. Store in the refrigerator....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cold butter1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped walnuts1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided3-1/2 cups cold 2% milk2 packages (3.5 ounces each) instant butterscotch pudding mix1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cut butter into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; stir in finely chopped walnuts. Press into a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients c. sugar 2 c. heavy cream 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. sugar 1 1/2 c. freshly squeezed tangerine juice 1 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice pinch of salt 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons sugar Preparation Step 1Make the caramel cream: Fill a large bowl with ice water and set a metal bowl in it. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar with 3 tablespoons of water and cook over moderate heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening3 tablespoons cold whole milk4 cups chopped fresh cauliflower, cooked1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted2 large eggs1/2 cup whole milk1/2 cup mayonnaise1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until mixture forms a ball. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 medium onions, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 jar (14 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, undrained8 ounces uncooked small shell pasta2 cups reduced-fat sour cream11 slices (8 ounces) reduced-fat provolone cheese1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a nonstick skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups raisins1/2 cup shortening1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup molasses2 cups quick-cooking oats1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Place raisins in a bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 cup chopped pecans1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon adobo sauce1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon chipotle chili powder2 cups heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat. Stir in the pecans, sugar, adobo sauce, cumin and chili powder until pecans are coated. Spread onto foil; set aside....

Ingredients 6 large eggs, separated, room temperature1 cup sugar, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugarAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed until light and fluffy. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)24 caramels3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnutsChocolate frosting and hot caramel ice cream toppingAdditional walnuts, optional Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions for cupcakes. Fill 24 paper-lined muffin cups one-third full; set remaining batter aside. Bake at 350° for 7-8 minutes or until top of cupcake appears set. Gently press a caramel into each cupcake; sprinkle with chocolate chips and walnuts....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups sugar1-1/2 cups cake flour2/3 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt7 eggs, separated3/4 cup water1/2 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, water, oil and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients; beat until well blended....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (4 to 5 pounds), trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch cubes3 tablespoons olive oil2 large onions, chopped8 garlic cloves, minced4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/2 to 2/3 cup chili powder3 tablespoons dried oregano2 to 3 tablespoons ground cumin4-1/2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons cayenne pepper4 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drainedMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown pork in oil; drain....