Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken breast halves (10 ounces each), skin removed1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup molasses2 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons prepared mustardHot cooked rice Preparation Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine cranberries, brown sugar, molasses, orange juice, vinegar and mustard; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove meat from bone or shred if desired....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound frozen cut green beans1 bag (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet cook beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain and transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke,optionalTOPPING:1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted1 tablespoon minced chivesAssorted fresh vegetables or crackers Preparation In a large bowl, beat the first five ingredients until blended. Add Liquid Smoke if desired. Shape mixture into a log. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 quart strawberries, halved2 cups apple juice1 cup sour cream1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup honey2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream3 tablespoons orange juice, optionalCINNAMON-SUGAR CROUTONS:3 slices white bread, crusts removed and cubed2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon cinnamon-sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Place half of the mixture in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with the remaining strawberry mixture....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup plus 1 can (16 ounces) cream cheese frosting, divided36 lollipop sticksSprinkles, M&M’s minis and red Fruit by the Foot fruit rolls Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Cool completely on a wire rack. Crumble cake into a large bowl. Add 1/2 cup frosting and mix well. Shape mixture into thirty-six 3/4-in....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup red wine vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon dried basil2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 pounds small fresh mushrooms Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the first 9 ingredients. Add the mushrooms and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain mushrooms, discarding marinade.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste3 teaspoons chili powder3 teaspoons smoked paprika2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons cider vinegar3 cups beef broth2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped1 can (15 ounces) chili beans, undrained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional toppings: shredded white cheddar cheese and diced red onion Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 1 large egg white1 teaspoon water2 cans (12 ounces each) salted mixed nuts1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Preparation In a small bowl, beat egg white until frothy. Add water; beat until soft peaks form. Stir in nuts; toss to coat. Combine sugar and spice; stir into nut mixture. Spread nuts evenly on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool on waxed paper....

Ingredients 3 pounds small fresh beets2 cups sugar2 cups water2 cups cider vinegar2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1 teaspoon whole cloves1 teaspoon whole allspice Preparation Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 25-35 minutes. Remove from water; cool. Peel beets and cut into fourths. Place beets in a Dutch oven. Add sugar, water and vinegar....

Ingredients 3 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes (about 8 potatoes)2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons smoked paprika2 teaspoons garlic powder 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon pepperAIOLI:1-1/2 cups mayonnaise3 tablespoons lemon juice3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh chives plus additional for topping1 teaspoon red wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh strawberries, sliced4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar38 crisp ladyfinger cookies (about 23 ounces)2 cartons (8 ounces each ) mascarpone cheese, softened2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract12 fresh strawberries Preparation In a large bowl, mix strawberries and vinegar. Let stand 30 minutes. Line bottom of a 9-in. ungreased springform pan with parchment. Trim 1/2 in. off 1 end of each of 22 ladyfingers. Arrange ladyfingers, rounded sides up, along sides of prepared pan....

Ingredients 24 ounces milk chocolate, coarsely chopped2 cups salted peanuts1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups crushed pretzels Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine chocolate, peanuts and brown sugar. Cook, covered, on low, stirring halfway through cooking, until chocolate is melted, about 1 hour. Stir in vanilla. Add pretzels; stir to combine. Drop mixture by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until set, 10-15 minutes. Store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 3 medium acorn squash1-1/2 cups water1 pound bulk pork sausage1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 large onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup white wine or beef broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup salad croutons1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 cup (4 ounces) sharp shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place cut side down in an ungreased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 pound small red potatoes, halved or quartered if desired1 tablespoon water1/2 cup honey1/4 cup Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1 pound smoked turkey kielbasa, sliced 1/2 inch thick2 small yellow summer squash, sliced 1/2 inch thick2 small zucchini, sliced 1/2 inch thick Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine potatoes and water. Cover and microwave on high until tender, 6-8 minutes; drain and set aside. For glaze, combine the honey, mustard and orange zest in a small bowl....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, finely chopped4 medium zucchini, chopped2 large tomatoes, finely chopped1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-4 minutes. Add zucchini; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper; cook and stir until squash is tender, 4-6 minutes longer. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped3 tablespoons soy sauce2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons plain yogurt2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon salt4-3/4 to 5-1/4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms and onion; saute until tender. Add soy sauce; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 3 cups Rice Chex3 cups Corn Chex3 cups Cheerios3 cups pretzels2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons butter-flavored sprinkles1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder Preparation In a 15x10x1-in. baking pan, combine cereals and pretzels. Lightly coat with cooking spray; drizzle with Worcestershire sauce. Combine the remaining ingredients and sprinkle over cereal mixture. Bake at 200° for 1-1/2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup condensed tomato soup, undiluted1/2 cup ketchup3 tablespoons grape jelly1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery seed5 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup, ketchup, jelly, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, salt and celery seed....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powderFILLING:1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons instant coffee granules2 teaspoons hot waterTOPPING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons shorteningNonpareils Preparation Place ungreased baking sheets in the refrigerator. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyHot cooked linguine, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute shrimp and garlic just until shrimp turn pink, 3-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish....