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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup Biscoff creamy cookie spread1 large egg, room temperature1-1/4 cups self-rising flour2 cups pecan halves, coarsely chopped1 package (11 ounces) caramels3 tablespoons half-and-half cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars and cookie butter until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg. Gradually beat in flour....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1-1/4 cups canola oil3 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups grated carrots1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup raisinsFROSTING:4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine 2 cups flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended....

Ingredients 1 pound dried pinto beans1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)7 cups water1/2 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced2 to 3 teaspoons ground cumin2 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiliesCorn chipsShredded cheddar cheeseDiced avocadoDiced tomatoesChopped green onionsSalsa Preparation Place first 10 ingredients in a large kettle. (Beans do not need to be soaked.) Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 3 hours or until beans and roast are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup ketchup, divided1 egg1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon onion powder1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 teaspoons prepared mustard2 teaspoons dill pickle relish6 slices process American cheese Preparation In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup ketchup, egg, bread crumbs and onion powder. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. On a large piece of waxed paper, pat beef mixture into a 10x6-in. rectangle. Spread remaining ketchup over meat to within 1/2 in....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 cup whole milk1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese3 cups diced cooked chicken6 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained2 large eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt, optional12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 c. drained and rinsed black beans (from one 15-ounce can) 2 scallions including green tops 1 tbsp. lemon or lime juice 1/4 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. salt 1 lb. boneless 1/4 tsp. chili powder 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 lb. pepper Jack cheese 4 large (9-inch) flour tortillas Preparation Step 1Light the grill or heat the broiler. In a small glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the beans, scallions, lemon juice, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup dried cranberries1 cup boiling water1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup diced red onion4 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup chopped tart apple1/4 cup cranberry juice3 tablespoons apple juice1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon ground coriander1/8 teaspoon ground allspice Preparation Place chicken in a large shallow bowl. Combine the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened strawberries, thawed1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugarSliced fresh strawberries, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set; set aside. Drain strawberries (discard the juice or save for another use); place berries in a blender. Cover and process until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup finely chopped turnip1/2 finely chopped onion3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms6 garlic cloves, minced1-3/4 cups red wine vinegar1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup tomato paste3 teaspoons sodium-free beef bouillon granules2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1-1/2 teaspoons dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked noodles, optional Preparation In a large nonstick saucepan, brown meat in oil; drain. Remove meat from pan; set aside....

Ingredients 1 large egg2 tablespoons fat-free milk2 tablespoons Dijon mustard3/4 cup panko bread crumbs3/4 cup mashed potato flakes2 teaspoons ground mustard2 teaspoons minced fresh sage1/3 cup all-purpose flour8 thin boneless pork loin chops (2 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt4 teaspoons canola oil, divided Preparation In a shallow bowl, whisk egg, milk and Dijon mustard. In another shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, potato flakes, ground mustard and sage. Place flour in another shallow bowl....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked egg noodles1 medium onion, chopped4 teaspoons butter5 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup fat-free milk3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick saucepan over medium heat, cook onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter 1/4 c. sugar 2 tbsp. sugar 1 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. grated nutmeg 1 c. sugar 2 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 c. sour cream Preparation Step 1Make the Crumb Topping: In a food processor, combine the butter with the sugar, flour, baking soda, and salt, and process until the mixture forms small crumbs....

Ingredients 1 (15-oz.) can black beans 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 small green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped (about 1 cup) 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 1 1/2 c. long grain brown rice 1 3/4 c. vegetable broth 1 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. sweet paprika 1 small bay leaf 3/4 tsp. kosher salt Preparation Step 1Place a colander over a bowl and drain black beans....

Ingredients 2 pounds extra-lean ground turkey2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 medium carrot, grated3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper8 hamburger buns, splitCrumbled blue cheese, optional Preparation Cook the first 5 ingredients in a Dutch oven over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles....

Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage, chopped1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped onion8 cups water1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 tablespoon salt2 teaspoons pepper1-1/2 pounds ground beef, browned and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 cup ketchup Preparation In a stockpot, cook the cabbage, celery and onion in water until tender. Add bouillon, salt, pepper, beef and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar5 large eggs1 cup buttermilk1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained1-1/4 cups cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup whole kernel corn1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in buttermilk and chilies; mix well. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/3 cup shredded carrot2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons butter1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup water1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a saucepan, saute carrot and onion in butter until tender. Stir in the soup, water and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted.

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/3 cup chopped onion1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup whole milk1/8 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 large eggs1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 unbaked pie shell (9 inches) Preparation In a skillet, brown ground beef and onion; drain and set aside. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, milk, oregano, salt and pepper; beat in eggs. Stir in beef mixture and 1 cup cheese. Pour into pie shell....

Ingredients 1 quart cherry tomatoes, halved1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons white vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh basil1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano Preparation Place tomatoes in a shallow bowl. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, salt and sugar until blended; stir in herbs. Pour over tomatoes; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 cup Italian salad dressing, divided1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 yellow summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices2 medium onions, quartered1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces2 cups cherry tomatoes Preparation In a small resealable plastic bag, combine chicken and 1/2 cup salad dressing. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 15 minutes....