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Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg1 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped2-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zestSTREUSEL TOPPING:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg. Beat in the milk, applesauce and vanilla....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1-1/4 cups canola oil1 teaspoon grated orange zest2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2 cups shredded carrots1 cup dried cranberriesCREAM CHEESE FROSTING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest, optionalSugared cranberries, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, brown sugar, oil and orange zest....

Ingredients 2 packages (22 ounces each ) frozen fully cooked Angus beef meatballs1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce1 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Prepare meatballs according to package directions. In a large skillet, cook and stir remaining ingredients over medium heat until blended. Stir in meatballs; heat through.

Ingredients 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 lb. small parsnips 2 large shallots 1 c. turkey stock or canned low-sodium broth 1 tsp. chopped thyme Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/4 lb. baby spinach (20 cups) 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 2 c. half-and-half or whole milk 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg Preparation Step 1In a large, deep skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter in oil. Add parsnips and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 5 clove garlic 3 scallions 2 leeks 1 medium shallot 1 anchovy fillet 1 pinch crushed red pepper 1 lb. spaghetti 3 3/4 c. chicken stock 3/4 c. heavy cream 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 2 tbsp. Chopped chives 1/4 c. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation Step 1In a pot, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic, scallions, leeks, and shallot and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are softened, about 6 minutes....

Ingredients 2 medium Red Delicious apples, chopped2 medium Golden Delicious apples, chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice2 celery ribs, chopped3/4 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup raisins1 cup mayonnaiseOptional: Ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg and lettuce leaves Preparation In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Gently stir in the celery, walnuts, raisins and mayonnaise. Refrigerate until serving. If desired, sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg and serve on lettuce leaves.

Ingredients 3/4 c. buttermilk 1 avocado 1 tsp. lime zest 1/4 c. lime juice 2 tbsp. water Coarse salt ground pepper 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 lb. shrimp 3 hearts romaine lettuce 1/2 c. pepitas (pumpkin seeds) 1/2 c. fresh cilantro leaves Preparation Step 1In a blender, combine buttermilk, avocado, lime zest and juice, and 2 tablespoons water. Blend until smooth, 20 seconds. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce2 to 3 drops hot pepper sauce2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped9 green onions, chopped1/4 teaspoon saltTortilla chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in the tomatoes, onions and salt. Refrigerate until serving. Transfer to a serving bowl with a slotted spoon; serve with tortilla chips.

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup water3 tablespoons red-hot candiesCINNAMON ROLL TOPPING:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour6 tablespoons brown sugar, divided2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup shortening1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup whole milk1 tablespoon butter, softened1/3 cup finely chopped pecans1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonLEMON GLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Drain cherries, reserving juice; set cherries aside. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, water and reserved juice until smooth....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons olive oil8 garlic cloves, minced2 cups ketchup1 cup cider vinegar1 cup honey1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 cup strong brewed coffee2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 35-45 minutes or until desired consistency, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)6 cups cold milk3 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1 teaspoon apple pie spice1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping1-1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted2 cans (21 ounces each) apple pie filling2 cartons (16 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), trimmedMARINADE:1/2 cup soy sauce1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon garlic powderPaprikaSEASONED BROTH:1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional Preparation Place brisket in a shallow pan. Combine the soy sauce, broth, lemon juice and garlic powder; pour over meat. Cover and refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream1/2 cup sweet chili sauce2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon lime juice1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained and squeezed dry12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves2 medium mangoes, peeled and thinly sliced2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and thinly sliced4 green onions, thinly sliced1 medium carrot, shredded1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped if desired2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons cornstarchDash ground allspice1/2 cup cranberry juice1 small apple, peeled and chopped1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1 boneless fully cooked ham steak (1 pound) Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and allspice. Stir in cranberry juice until smooth. Add apple and cranberries. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3-5 minutes or until thickened, stirring every minute. Keep warm. Place ham slice in a shallow 3-qt....

Ingredients 6 to 8 chicken pieces, skin removed2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 can (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup milk1 tablespoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushedAdditional ground nutmeg Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion and parsley until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 jar (24 ounces) roasted garlic Parmesan spaghetti sauce1 large egg1 cup 4% cottage cheese1 carton (8 ounces) French onion dip1 jar (23-1/2 ounces) Italian sausage and garlic spaghetti sauce12 no-cook lasagna noodles3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in roasted garlic Parmesan spaghetti sauce. Combine the egg, cottage cheese and onion dip....

Ingredients butter 2 large eggs c. sugar 2 c. milk 1/4 tsp. salt 3/4 lb. Plain Croissants 3 tbsp. sliced almonds Whipped cream (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Lightly butter a small oval (or other shallow 1 1/2- to 2-quart) baking dish; set aside.Step 2In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, and salt until combined. Add croissants; toss to coat. Let sit, turning occasionally, until they have absorbed some of the liquid, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/4 teaspoon paprika1 tablespoon butter, melted4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, combine first 8 ingredients. Toss with melted butter. Place salmon in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray, skin side down....

Ingredients 2 cans (21 ounces each) peach pie filling1/2 cup amaretto1 package (17-1/2 ounces) sugar cookie mix1 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup butter, cubed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Spread pie filling into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish; drizzle with amaretto. Sprinkle cookie mix and almonds over top; dot with butter. Bake 30-35 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is golden brown. Serve warm.

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained3 celery ribs, chopped1/2 cup chopped green onions1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup vegetable oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon curry powder Preparation In a bowl, combine the beans, corn, celery and onions....