Ingredients 9 garlic cloves, minced1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons rubbed sage Preparation Press garlic onto the roast. In a shallow pan, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and sage. Gently roll roast in crumb mixture until coated. Place fat side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 145°....
Ingredients 2 c. fresh or frozen cranberries 1/2 c. light brown sugar 2 tbsp. brown sugar 4 strip orange zest 1/2 tsp. salt 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. heavy cream 6 large eggs 3/4 c. heavy cream 1 1/2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. salt unsalted butter 12 slice brioche Lightly sweetened whipped cream Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, combine chopped cranberries with light brown sugar, orange zest, salt, and 2 tablespoons of water and bring to a boil....
Ingredients 2 eggs1-1/2 cups crushed saltines (about 45 crackers)2 pounds ground fully cooked ham1 pound ground pork2 cups packed brown sugar6 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons ground mustard Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs and cracker crumbs. Crumble ham and pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place into two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, vinegar and mustard....
Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (8-inch square pan size)1/2 cup vanilla or white chips1/2 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping1 pint peppermint ice cream, softened1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies Preparation Prepare brownie batter according to package directions; stir in vanilla and bittersweet chips. Spread onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in....
Ingredients 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 c. confectioners’ sugar 1/4 tsp. pure peppermint oil (see below for variations) 2 tbsp. whole milk Food coloring (optional) Preparation Step 1Combine the butter and the 4 cups confectioners’ sugar in the mixer bowl. Beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, 6 to 8 minutes.Step 2Add the peppermint oil and milk, and beat on medium speed until combined.Step 3Lightly dust some confectioners’ sugar onto a cutting board, and turn the dough out onto the board....
Ingredients 18 caramels1/3 cup butter2 tablespoons milk3/4 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped salted cashews Preparation In a large saucepan, cook and stir the caramels, butter and milk over low heat until the caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar until smooth. In a small bowl, combine eggs and vanilla; stir into caramel mixture....
Ingredients 6 large egg yolks 3/4 c. granulated sugar 5 large egg whites tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. Unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 c. water 3/4 c. sugar 1 tbsp. kirsch 1 tsp. unflavored gelatin 1 tbsp. cold water c. whole milk 1/2 vanilla bean 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 c. pitted brandied cherries 1 c. heavy cream 1 1/2 tsp. confectioners’ sugar Unsweetened cocoa powder, for sifting...
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons maraschino cherry juice1/2 teaspoon almond extract6 drops red food coloring, optional2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries54 milk chocolate kisses, unwrapped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter, confectioners’ sugar and salt until blended. Beat in cherry juice, extract and, if desired, food coloring. Gradually beat in flour. Stir in cherries. Shape dough into 1-in....
Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges1 small onion, chopped1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesHot cooked rice2 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a small bowl, combine the salt, ginger and pepper. Sprinkle over both sides of chicken. In a nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil for 2 minutes on each side or until browned....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chopped sweet onions1-1/2 cups dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth3 garlic cloves, minced1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2/3 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup plus 6 tablespoons shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese, divided1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 pound ground chicken3/4 pound extra-lean ground turkey6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split6 slices tomato1 cup fresh baby spinach Preparation Place the onion, wine and garlic in a small saucepan....
Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cups finely crushed ridged potato chips1 cup panko bread crumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each), cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, salt, garlic powder and cayenne. In a separate shallow bowl, combine chips, bread crumbs and cheese. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then in potato chip mixture, patting to help coating adhere....
Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach2 cups cubed cooked pork1 cup bean sprouts2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted1/2 cup reduced-fat sesame ginger salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Divide among 4 salad plates; drizzle each serving with 2 tablespoons dressing. Serve immediately.
Ingredients 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips4 slices whole wheat bread1 medium banana, thinly sliced Preparation Mix peanut butter, honey and cinnamon; stir in chocolate chips. Spread over bread. Layer 2 bread slices with banana slices; top with remaining bread. If desired, cut into shapes using cookie cutters.
Ingredients 20 whole chicken wings (4 pounds)2 cups whole wheat flour1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperOil for deep-fat fryingSAUCE:1-1/2 cups butter, cubed1/3 cup hot pepper sauce3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons chili sauce2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tip sections. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flours, salt, paprika and cayenne....
Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups chopped dates3/4 cup chopped candied pineapple3/4 cup chopped red candied cherries1 large egg1/4 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups pecan halves Preparation Line an 8-in. square baking dish with parchment, letting ends extend up sides of pan; grease and set aside. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the dates, pineapple and cherries; toss to coat....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon Madras curry powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 4 ounces each) 1 medium onion, thinly sliced1-1/2 cups Goya mojo criollo marinade, well shaken2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flourOptional: Hot cooked rice, green onions and fresh cilantro leaves Preparation Combine curry powder, garlic powder and pepper; sprinkle over chicken, pressing to help mixture adhere. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with onion....
Ingredients 4 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups cubed cooked turkey2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed1/2 cup slivered almonds Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt, mustard, thyme and pepper....
Ingredients 1 large egg1/2 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons dried minced onion4 tablespoons chili powder, divided1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)2 pounds ground beef1 pound bulk pork sausage2 cups shredded Velveeta3 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted2-1/2 cups water1/2 cup packed brown sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk egg, milk, minced onion, 2 tablespoons chili powder, salt and pepper; stir in crushed crackers....
Ingredients 3/4 cup dried cherries or dried cranberries1/2 cup brandy or cherry juice blendCRUST:1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons 2% milkFILLING:1/3 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1/8 teaspoon salt3 large eggs3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecans2 ounces semisweet chocolate, choppedSweetened whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Toss cherries with brandy; let stand, covered, 1 hour. For crust, mix flour, sugar and salt. Whisk together oil and milk; add to flour mixture, tossing with a fork just until blended....
Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine4 bacon strips, chopped3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, drained2 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped3/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided3/4 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings....
