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Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon plus 3 cups hot water (110°-115°)1 cup coconut or whole milk1/3 cup whole milk1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk 2 large eggs plus 1 large egg yolk, room temperature, lightly beatenPinch salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon dark rum, optional Preparation In a small heavy saucepan, spread sugar; cook, without stirring, over medium-low heat until it begins to melt. Gently drag melted sugar to center of pan so sugar melts evenly....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, melted2 eggs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup vanilla or white chips1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts or almonds Preparation In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, butter, eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; add to sugar mixture until well blended. Stir in vanilla chips and nuts. Spread into a greased 8-in....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter1 slice crusty white bread2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Combine mayonnaise and peanut butter; spread over bread. Top with cheese.

Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked spaghetti2 bacon strips, diced1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesDash salt and pepper Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; discard drippings. In the same skillet, melt butter; stir in the cream, Parmesan cheese, pepper flakes, salt, pepper and bacon....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 garlic clove, minced2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add oregano and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add spinach; cook 3 minutes longer or until liquid is evaporated....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups water1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper5 cups packed torn fresh spinach1 can (16 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups cooked small tube pasta or other small pasta1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce8 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender....

Ingredients 8 cups sliced yellow squash (about 2 pounds)1/2 cup chopped onion3/4 cup shredded carrots1/4 cup butter1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup sour cream2 cups herb stuffing croutons, divided Preparation Cook squash in lightly salted boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain well. In a large skillet, saute onion and carrots in butter until tender. Combine onion and carrots with soup, sour cream and 1-1/2 cups croutons....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 8 oz. baby bella or white button mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/4 small yellow onion, very thinly sliced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 12 oz. sirloin steak, very thinly sliced 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 8 thick slices white sandwich bread 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature 8 slices provolone cheese 2 tbsp. French’s Creamy Yellow Mustard, plus more for serving...

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil8 teaspoons sugar8 teaspoons honey2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt4 cups torn romaine2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and thinly sliced20 fresh strawberries, sliced1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, honey, vinegar, lemon juice and salt. Divide romaine among 4 salad plates. Top each with avocado and strawberries. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with pecans.

Ingredients 2 cups crushed pretzels (about 8 ounces)3/4 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons sugarFILLING:2 cups whipped topping1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugarTOPPING:2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin2 cups boiling water2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine pretzels, butter and sugar; spread onto a baking sheet. Bake until crisp and lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack; break into small pieces....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1/4 cup each chopped onion, sweet red pepper and green pepper2 packages (6-1/2 ounces each) pizza crust mix1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup chopped pepperoni1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and peppers over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Combine crust mixes; prepare according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 lamb shank (about 1 pound)2 teaspoons canola oil4 cups water2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth2 whole cloves1 medium onion, halved1 medium carrot, halved1 celery rib, halved1 bay leaf1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon whole peppercornsSOUP:1/3 cup medium pearl barley1-1/2 cups julienned peeled turnips (1-inch pieces)1 cup coarsely chopped carrots1 medium leek (white portion only), thinly sliced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper...

Ingredients 3 tablespoons minced fresh chives3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme3 tablespoons sesame seeds24 frozen bread dough dinner rolls1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, mix chives and parsley. In another bowl, mix basil, oregano and thyme. In a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan, sprinkle 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons fresh herbs and 1 teaspoon dried herbs. Arrange eight dinner rolls over herbs....

Ingredients 1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)1 quart raspberry sherbet1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed1/2 cup reduced-sugar raspberry preserves, warmedFresh raspberries, optional Preparation Freeze the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight. Split cake horizontally into three layers. Place bottom layer on a freezer-safe serving plate; top with about 1 cup sherbet. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Fill center with remaining sherbet....

Ingredients 2 can clam juice 1/2 c. water 2 potatoes 1 medium onion 2 bay leaves 1/2 c. cream sherry 1/2 c. shredded creamy Havarti cheese 1 lb. bay scallops 1/2 c. 2% milk Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 c. snipped fresh chives for garnish Preparation Step 1Combine the clam juice, water, potatoes, onion, and bay leaves in a 6-quart pot. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 cup rice vinegar4-1/2 teaspoons sugar1-1/4 cups thinly sliced cucumberBURGERS:1/2 pound sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms1 tablespoon canola oil3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons sesame oil1/3 cup green onions1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 pounds ground chickenSPICY PEANUT SAUCE:1 cup water1/2 cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce18 dinner rolls, split and toasted...

Ingredients 4 tbsp. butter 2 c. chopped scallions 2 package Philadelphia Cream Cheese 1 tbsp. seafood seasoning 4 c. shrimp stock or fish stock 3 c. half-and-half 3 c. diced (1/4-inch) red potatoes 2 lb. large shrimp (see Tips) 2 can no-salt-added corn 1 can condensed cream of potato soup Preparation Step 1In a large stockpot, over medium-high heat, melt butter until it just begins to bubble. Now toss in the chopped scallions and continue cooking on medium-high heat until the scallions are wilted....

Ingredients 1 c. white rice 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined kosher salt 1/2 lb. ground pork 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 c. low-sodium chicken stock 1 tsp. soy sauce 1/2 tsp. sugar 1 c. frozen peas 2 tbsp. cornstarch 1 large egg, lightly beaten 3 green onions, chopped Preparation Step 1Steam rice according to package instructions. Meanwhile, season shrimp with salt and set aside.Step 2In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook pork until golden, using a wooden spoon to break up meat, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 small red onion, finely chopped1 small carrot, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup dry red wine or beef broth1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup vegetable broth1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil48 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick)2 garlic cloves, halved1/3 cup olive oil1 cup shaved Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 1 egg1/3 cup dry bread crumbs1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted, divided1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup soup and onion. Crumble the beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties. In a large nonstick skillet, brown the patties on both sides; drain....