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Ingredients 1 tsp. sea salt 1/4 tsp. grapefruit zest, plus 4 oz. fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice, strained 1/4 tsp. coriander (optional) 1 wedge sliced grapefruit, for rim and garnish Ice cubes 1 1/2 oz. London dry gin Preparation Step 1Place the sea salt, zest, and coriander, if using, on a small saucer. Rub the salt, zest, and coriander together with your fingers until well blended. Step 2Rub the rim of a highball glass with the slice of grapefruit to wet it....

Ingredients 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup 2% milk2/3 cup condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup butter, melted1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt8 medium red potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced3 cups cubed fully cooked ham1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Stir in potatoes, ham and cheese....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped walnuts54 milk chocolate kisses1-1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided2 tablespoons baking cocoa Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually add flour and mix well. Fold in walnuts. Refrigerate dough until firm, 2-3 hours. Preheat oven to 375°. Shape into 1-in. balls. Flatten balls and place a chocolate kiss in the center of each; pinch dough together around kiss....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature6 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs. In another bowl, whisk remaining ingredients; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough into quarters; shape each into a 12-in.-long roll. Wrap tightly in waxed paper; refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 1 medium potato, cut into 1/4-inch cubes1 pound smoked kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 can (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained4 cups chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup cubed cooked chicken2 medium carrots, sliced2 celery ribs, sliced2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons dill weed1/2 teaspoon pepper3 to 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients....

Ingredients 5 pounds tart apples (about 16 medium), peeled and sliced1 cup apple juice1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 25-35 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; mash apples to desired consistency. Serve warm or cold.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked basmati rice3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 cup finely chopped onion1-1/2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce 3 cups cubed fresh pineapple1 medium sweet red pepper, diced1 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 small red onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons lime juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp (31-40 per pound) Preparation Cook rice according to package directions....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti2 tablespoons butter1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 celery rib, chopped1/2 cup chopped onion1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted2 cups chopped cooked turkey1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, celery and onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until mushrooms are tender....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour2 tablespoons sugar4-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup cold butter, cubed1 egg1 cup 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cut in butter until crumble. Whisk egg and milk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10-15 times. Roll out to 1-in. thickness; cut with a 2-1/2-in....

Ingredients 6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 pounds), cut up and skin removed2 large onions, quartered1 whole garlic bulb, separated and peeled3 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, divided1 tablespoon olive oil4 teaspoons cornstarch Preparation Place potatoes in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add chicken, onions and garlic; sprinkle with seasonings. Pour 1/2 cup water over top. Drizzle with oil. Cook, covered, on low until chicken and vegetables are tender, 5-6 hours....

Ingredients 4 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed (about 10 stalks)4 cups fresh strawberries (about 1-1/4 pounds), halved1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup water3 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup cornstarch3 tablespoons cold waterVanilla ice cream Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until rhubarb is tender. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into sauce....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Wine vinegar 1 lb. red cabbage (about 1/3 head) 2 carrots 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/4 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. paprika 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 8 slice (thick) from 1 large round loaf of country bread 1 lb. smoked turkey 1 lb. tomatoes Preparation Step 1In a medium stainless-steel saucepan, heat the vinegar over moderate heat. Add the red cabbage and toss until it is starting to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 large carrot2 tablespoons maple syrup1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke2 tablespoons olive oil Preparation With a mandoline or vegetable peeler, cut carrot into long, thin strips. In a shallow bowl, whisk maple syrup, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and liquid smoke. Dip carrot slices into syrup mixture, allowing excess to drip off. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided2 cups sour cream2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 can (19 ounces) enchilada sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream. Set aside 2 tablespoons olives and 2 tablespoons onions. Add remaining olives and onions to cheese mixture; mix well. Spoon 1/2 cup down the center of each tortilla....

Ingredients 2 large sweet onions2-1/2 cups buttermilk2 eggs3 tablespoons water1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons chili powder1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground cuminOil for deep-fat frying Preparation Cut onions into 1/4-in. slices; separate into rings. Place in a large bowl; cover with buttermilk and soak for 30 minutes, stirring twice. In a shallow dish, beat eggs and water. In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, chili powder, cayenne, sugar, garlic powder and cumin....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 cup chopped onion1 jar (24 ounces) meatless pasta sauce3-1/2 cups water1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 cup sliced celery1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-10 minutes, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups shredded zucchini1-1/2 cups shredded yellow summer squash1/2 cup diced onion1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 cup shredded Colby cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh marjoram or 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1 garlic clove, minced1 cup biscuit/baking mix1/2 teaspoon seasoned saltDash pepper4 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup canola oil Preparation In a large skillet, saute the zucchini and yellow squash over medium heat until reduced to about 1-1/2 cups, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup packed brown sugarDash kosher salt1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1/3 cup finely chopped pecansFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractDash kosher salt1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beatenJAM:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/3 cups chopped fresh strawberries1-1/3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line an 8-in. square baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion1 cup frozen broccoli cuts, thawed1 block (4 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed3/4 cup cooked rice1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup canned mushroom stems and pieces3 tablespoons Homemade Cream-Style Soup Mix2/3 cup water Preparation In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat. Add the broccoli, cheese, rice, green pepper and mushrooms; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk mild Italian sausage1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, lightly drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry3 cups shredded Italian cheese blend, divided 1 package (24 ounces) refrigerated garlic mashed potatoes Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling meat, until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes; drain. Stir in tomatoes, spinach and 2 cups cheese....