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Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise4 green onions, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Assorted crackers Preparation In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine first 5 ingredients. Stir in crab. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds. Serve with crackers.

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons tomato paste1-1/2 cups sour creamHot cooked noodles Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, salt and pepper over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Transfer meat to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 8 cups)2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon dried celery flakes, optional 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper6 cups reduced-sodium chicken brothOptional: Sour cream and pepitas Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients except sour cream and pepitas. Cook, covered, on low until potatoes are tender, 5-6 hours....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup dark molasses5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup waterFrosting or confectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) French bread10 slices deli smoked turkey, halved10 slices deli roast beef, halved20 small lettuce leaves10 slices Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, halved10 slices cheddar cheese, halved2 cups roasted sweet red peppers, drained and patted dry3/4 cup mild pickled pepper ringsGARLIC-LIME MAYONNAISE:1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 teaspoon chili powder1 bottle (5 ounces) submarine sandwich dressing Preparation Cut each loaf into 22 slices, leaving slices attached at the bottom (cut off and discard end pieces)....

Ingredients TOMATO RELISH:1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsleyCHICKEN PITAS:1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon paprika1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon salt4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)8 whole wheat pita pocket halves Preparation In a bowl, whisk the first five ingredients....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable garden vegetable cream cheese8 flour tortillas (8 inches)4 cups fresh baby spinach1 pound sliced deli turkey Preparation Spread cream cheese over tortillas. Layer with spinach and turkey. Roll up tightly. If not serving immediately, cover and refrigerate. To serve, cut each roll crosswise into 6 pieces.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, softened, divided3 cups miniature marshmallows2 cups peanut butter chips2/3 cup corn syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups crisp rice cereal2 cups salted peanuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and 1/2 cup butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Sprinkle with marshmallows and return to the oven for 3-5 minutes or until marshmallows begin to melt; set aside....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons toasted sesame oil1/4 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce3 tablespoons sugar Preparation In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 24 large fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons cream cheese1 cup chopped cooked shrimp1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Remove stems from mushrooms; chop enough stems to measure 3/4 cup, discard remaining stems. Place mushroom caps in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan, stem side up....

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 3/4-inch cubes3/4 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing, divided2 large green peppers, cut into 3/4-inch pieces2 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 large sweet onion, cut into wedges1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved1 cup cherry tomatoes1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook pork over medium-high heat in 1/4 cup salad dressing until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup canola oil2 large eggs4 tablespoons water, divided2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups coarsely chopped almonds, toasted1 large egg yolk1 cup sliced almonds Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with parchment paper, letting ends extend up sides; grease paper. In a large bowl, beat sugars and oil until blended. Beat in eggs, then 3 tablespoons water....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) small pasta shells2/3 cup cider vinegar2 celery ribs, chopped6 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives3 tablespoons diced pimientos1/3 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup vegetable oil1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce...

Ingredients 2 cups cooked pork loin strips1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 medium onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1 large tomato, chopped1/2 cup sliced ripe olives1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the pork, beans, onion, green pepper, tomato and olives. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 12 ounces guanciale or pancetta, thinly sliced2 medium carrots, peeled, finely chopped1 large onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon salt, divided1 teaspoon pepper, divided4 garlic cloves, minced, divided1 fresh rosemary sprig1 fresh sage sprig1/2 cup dry red wine1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained, crushed2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 package (16 ounces) uncooked spaghettiOptional: grated Pecorino Romano cheese and fresh basil Preparation In a large skillet, cook guanciale over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally, 5-8 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons dry red wine or beef broth1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water1/3 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers3 bay leaves3 tablespoons brown sugar3 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 pound cubed cooked roast beef2 cups chopped fresh spinachSour cream and grated Parmesan cheese, optional...

Ingredients 8 cups torn fresh spinach1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup sliced green onions1 medium tomato, chopped5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped1 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseHONEY-BACON DRESSING:2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup honey1/2 cup vinegar1/3 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon yellow or spicy brown mustard1 teaspoon lemon juice Preparation Combine the first seven ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; pour over salad....

Ingredients 12 chicken wings 2 tbsp. canola oil salt Freshly ground black pepper c. shiro miso (light yellow) 2 tsp. lime juice 1 tsp. finely grated fresh ginger 1 tsp. Asian fish sauce 1 Thai bird chile 3 tbsp. turbinado or light brown sugar Cilantro leaves Lime wedges Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, toss wings with oil and season lightly with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows3 tablespoons canola oil5 cups Rice Krispies1 cup caramels, chopped and divided1 cup miniature pretzels, chopped and divided1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips, melted Sea salt, optional Preparation In a microwave or a large saucepan over low heat, melt marshmallows in oil; stir until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in cereal, 2/3 cup caramels and 2/3 cup pretzels. Press mixture into a lightly greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, finely chopped3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped2 cans (6 ounces each) Italian tomato paste1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1 bay leaf3 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyHot cooked spaghettiGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage, beef and onion over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink, 4-6 minutes, crumble meat; drain....