Ingredients 1 pound ground beef3/4 cup onion2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon tomato paste1/2 cup beef broth2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1 teaspoon ground mustard1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup diced green pepper1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper8 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1/3 cup hot whole milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 large egg whites Preparation In a large skillet, brown beef, onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons of oil....

Ingredients 2 loaves of brioche 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 8 oz. chorizo 1 large white onion 5 clove garlic 1 large beefsteak tomato 1 tsp. hot smoked paprika 1/4 c. dry white wine 1/4 c. Chopped flat-leaf parsley 1 1/2 tsp. chopped thyme 2 c. chicken stock or broth 3 large eggs Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a large roasting pan, toast the brioche for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and dry....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/4 cups soft bread crumbs1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)SAUCE:1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon grated onion10 gingersnaps, finely crushed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) mint chocolate chips, divided6 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a microwave, melt 1 cup chocolate chips; stir until smooth and set aside to cool. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the melted chocolate chips and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into chunks or 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup halved fresh strawberries1 cup halved green grapes1 cup white wine or white grape juice1/2 cup chilled club soda Preparation In a large serving bowl, combine the pineapple, oranges, strawberries and grapes. Combine wine or grape juice and club soda; pour over fruit. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 4 cups packed torn fresh spinach1 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries1 small sweet onion, sliced1/4 cup chopped pecans, toastedCURRY SALAD DRESSING:2 tablespoons white wine vinegar2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon curry powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large salad bowl, toss together the spinach, strawberries, blueberries, onion and pecans. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1 envelope onion mushroom soup mix2 pounds ground beef Preparation In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, mushrooms and soup mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight patties. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and meat juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 cups packed brown sugar4 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup baking cocoa3 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/3 cups sour cream1-1/3 cups boiling waterFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, cubed3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped5 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour three 9-in. round baking pans. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups grated Romano cheese1 tablespoon dried basil Preparation Brush one side of each puff pastry sheet with egg; sprinkle with cheese and basil. Cut each sheet into ten 1-in. strips. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 10-13 minute.

Ingredients 2 teaspoons garlic salt2 teaspoons garlic-pepper blend2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning1 boneless rolled pork loin roast (about 5 pounds)BASTING SAUCE:3 cups water2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon garlic-pepper blend1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest Preparation Combine the garlic salt, garlic-pepper and lemon-pepper; rub over roast. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until a thermometer reads 145°....

Ingredients 2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup water1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin1-1/2 cups whipped topping Preparation In a saucepan, bring rhubarb, sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until the rhubarb is softened. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Pour into a bowl. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until partially set. Fold in whipped topping....

Ingredients 1 large sweet onion, chopped1 cup sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup dry red wine or beef broth1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation Place onion and mushrooms in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Rub roast with salt and pepper; cut in half and place over onion mixture. In a small bowl,combine the wine, brown sugar, mustard and Worcestershire sauce; pour over roast....

Ingredients 1/4 c. sesame seeds 3/4 lb. sliced smoked salmon 1 1/2 tsp. wasabi powder mixed with 1 1/2 teaspoons water 1 tsp. finely grated fresh ginger 1/4 c. Crème fraîche 3/4 lb. cream cheese 4 scallions 1/4 c. finely chopped watercress leaves Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper 24 slice (thin) white sandwich bread Preparation Step 1In a small skillet, toast the sesame seeds over moderate heat, shaking the pan, until light golden, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups fat-free mayonnaise1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup orange juice2 garlic cloves, minced1-3/4 teaspoons ground cumin3/4 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon salt9 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1-3/4 cups julienned peeled jicama1-3/4 cups chopped celery1-3/4 cups chopped sweet red peppers1 cup chopped cashews1/2 pound turkey bacon strips, diced and cooked Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1 large pear, peeled and sliced1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon brown sugarDash ground cinnamonDash ground nutmeg Preparation Arrange pear slices in a single layer in a microwave-safe dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; spread over pears. Microwave, uncovered, at 50% power for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until tender. Serve warm.

Ingredients 8 large eggs2 cups 2% milk2 cups heavy whipping cream1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1-1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg14 cups cubed challah or egg bread (about 28 ounces)1/2 cup raisinsOptional: Confectioners’ sugar and maple syrup Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 10 ingredients until blended. Add bread cubes and raisins; gently stir to combine. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/4 cup butter, melted1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 35-40 minutes.

Ingredients 4 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup sifted cake flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugarCREAM FILLING:1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, cut upAdditional whole strawberriesWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a bowl, beat eggs with vanilla on high speed with an electric mixer for 5 minutes or until lemon-colored. Gradually add sugar, beating until dissolved. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; fold gently into egg mixture just until combined....

Ingredients 1/2 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional3 large Bosc pears (about 1-3/4 pounds), cored, peeled and slicedThinly sliced fresh mint leaves, optional Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, combine the first nine ingredients and, if desired, cayenne. Cook over medium-high heat until butter is melted, 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage3/4 cup each chopped celery, green pepper and onion6 cups cubed day-old bread (1/2-inch cubes), crusts removed1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped1/2 cup raisins1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 eggs1/2 cup chicken broth Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, celery, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, water chestnuts, raisins, salt and pepper....