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Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/8 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter. In a large heavy saucepan, combine remaining butter, granulated and brown sugars, cream and salt. Bring to a rapid boil over medium heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash (2 to 3 pounds), peeled, seeded and cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 cups 2% milk3 large eggs2 tablespoons butter, melted1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation Place squash in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain. In a large bowl, mash the squash with flour and sugar until blended; beat in the milk, eggs and butter....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped celery4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons vegetable oil1-1/2 cups chopped, seeded and peeled tomatoes1 cup water2 bay leaves1 strip orange peel (about 2 inches x 1 inch)1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley3/4 to 1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperDash cayenne pepper1 catfish fillet or firm whitefish of your choice (about 1/2 pound), cubed Preparation In a saucepan, saute the onion, celery and garlic in oil for 3 minutes (some onion pieces will be lightly browned)....

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 each medium sweet red, yellow and orange pepper, julienned10 pretzel rods, broken in half Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Serve with pepper strips and pretzels.

Ingredients 8 cups fresh cauliflowerets (3 pounds each)1/2 cup egg substitute2 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon ground mustard1 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon paprikaMeatless spaghetti sauce, warmed, optional Preparation Place 1 in. of water and cauliflower in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain and immediately place cauliflower in ice water....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked brown rice1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained2 teaspoons chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; add the beans. In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil for 4-5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, chili powder and salt....

Ingredients 1 package refrigerated pizza dough 1/2 c. Pace® Picante Sauce 1/2 c. Prego® Traditional Italian Sauce OR Prego® Roasted Garlic & Herb Italian Sauce 1 c. chopped cooked chicken or turkey 1/2 c. sliced pitted ripe olives 2 green onions 4 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 425° F.Step 2Unroll the dough onto a greased 12-inch pizza pan. Press the dough into a 12-inch circle. Pinch up the edge to form a rim....

Ingredients c. walnut halves 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 8 skinless bone-in chicken thighs kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1 onion 2 clove garlic 1 1/2 tsp. chopped fresh ginger 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 tsp. ground cumin 1 small pinch of saffron threads 1 tbsp. Chopped cilantro Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread the walnuts in a pie plate and toast in the oven for 8 minutes, until fragrant....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups salsa1/2 cup sour cream1 package (9 ounces) tortilla chips2 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach2 cups shredded taco cheese blend or Mexican cheese blend12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled6 large eggs1/3 cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroSliced avocado, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine salsa and sour cream. Arrange half the tortilla chips in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Layer with half the salsa mixture, all of the spinach, half the shredded cheese and half the bacon....

Ingredients 4 graham cracker sheets 2 tsp. granulated sugar 2 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 c. milk chocolate chips 1/4 c. heavy whipping cream 3 tsp. Salted Caramel Sauce Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place four pint-sized mason jar rings on a small baking sheet. Place the lids with the rubber part facing down.Step 2In a food processor, combine the graham crackers and sugar. Pulse for about 30 seconds, or until finely ground....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 small green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 medium tomato, chopped12 flour tortillas (6 inches)10 large eggs2 cups half-and-half cream2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepperTOPPINGS:4 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedReduced-fat sour cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place 2 cups cheese and the ham, green pepper, onion and tomato in a large bowl; toss to combine....

Ingredients 1 medium leek (white portion only), finely chopped3 tablespoons butter1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup heavy whipping creamDash salt and white pepperDash ground nutmeg1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells2 ounces Brie cheese, rind removedMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a small skillet, saute leek in butter until tender. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the cream, salt, pepper and nutmeg; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup 2% milk5 large eggs, room temperature Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, lemon zest and salt. In a small saucepan, heat butter and milk to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Add 4 eggs; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups mayonnaise1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons vinegar2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/2 cup raisins1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled2/3 cup slivered toasted almonds Preparation In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, Parmesan cheese, vinegar, onion and raisins; refrigerate several hours or overnight. Just before serving, combine broccoli, cauliflower, water chestnuts, bacon and almonds in a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 medium bunch broccoli, cut into spears2 tablespoons water3-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon onion powderDash white pepperDash ground nutmeg1 cup whole milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation Place the broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk the cornstarch, seasonings and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 pounds ripe peaches (about 7 medium), peeled and quartered1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch salt2 cups buttermilk1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Place peaches in a food processor; process until smooth. Add sugars, lemon juice, vanilla and salt; process until blended. In a large bowl, mix buttermilk and cream. Stir in peach mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until cold. Fill cylinder of ice cream maker no more than two-thirds full....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups buttermilk4 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk and eggs until blended. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Stir in butter. Pour about 3/4 cup batter onto a lightly greased preheated waffle maker. Sprinkle with a few pecans....

Ingredients 1/4 cup instant butterscotch pudding mix1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) pineapple tidbits1 cup chopped apple1/4 cup miniature marshmallows1/4 cup chopped dry roasted peanuts3/4 cup whipped topping Preparation In a small bowl, combine pudding mix and pineapple. Add the apple, marshmallows and peanuts. Fold in whipped topping. Chill until serving.

Ingredients 2/3 cup water (70° to 80°)1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon nonfat dry milk powder2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon caraway seeds1 tablespoon dill weed2 cups bread flour1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In a bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, finely chopped1 medium green pepper, finely chopped1 pound Velveeta, cubed1 pound pepper jack cheese, cubed1 jar (16 ounces) taco sauce1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedTortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....