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Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup light corn syrup1 cup peanut butter2 cups cornflakes2 cups crisp rice cereal1/2 cup finely chopped peanuts3-3/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 teaspoons shorteningCandy sprinkles Preparation In a heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup and peanut butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in cereals and peanuts. When cool enough to handle, drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets....

Ingredients 4 slices fully cooked ham (1/2 inch thick and 4 to 6 ounces each)1 can (5-1/2 ounces) peach-orange nectar1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained and halved1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced pears, drained and halved10 maraschino cherries1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 cup packed brown sugar4 teaspoons curry powder Preparation Place ham in a single layer in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with nectar....

Ingredients 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. cornmeal 1/4 c. sugar 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. coarse salt 1/2 tsp. curry powder 2 eggs 1 c. milk 1/2 tsp. curry powder 2 tbsp. coarse salt Canola oil, for frying 8 cooked Bratwurst or knockwurst sausage 8 (6") bamboo skewers Curry corn dog batter Curry salt, to taste Mustard, to taste Preparation Make Curry Salt: Mix all ingredients in a small bowl....

Ingredients 1 package (11 ounces) dried cherries1 cup dried cranberries1-1/2 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup butter, softened, divided1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips1 package (10 ounces) peanut butter chips1 package (10 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1/2 teaspoon almond or rum extract1-1/2 cups unsalted cashew halves1 package (11-1/2 ounces) semisweet chocolate chunks...

Ingredients 8 cups apple cider or unsweetened apple juice1/2 cup kosher salt2 bay leaves2 sprigs fresh thyme8 whole cloves5 garlic cloves1 teaspoon whole allspice, crushed2 medium navel oranges, quartered3 quarts cold water1 turkey (12 pounds)1 medium onion, quartered2 medium carrots, halved and quartered2 sprigs fresh sage or 1 tablespoon rubbed sage1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation In a large stockpot, combine the cider and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until salt is dissolved....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cubed peeled potato1/4 cup chopped onion1/8 teaspoon saltPinch pepper1/2 cup water1 can (6-1/2 ounces) chopped clams, drained2/3 cup milk1 tablespoon butter1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbledChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, cook potato, onion, salt and pepper in water until vegetables are tender (do not drain). Add clams, milk, butter and bacon; heat through (do not boil). Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Ingredients INGREDIENTS FOR SINGLE-CRUST PIE:1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter, cubed3 to 4 tablespoons ice waterINGREDIENTS FOR DOUBLE-CRUST PIE:2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed1/3 to 2/3 cup ice water Preparation Combine flour and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape dough into a disk for a single-crust pie. For a double-crust pie, divide dough in half, with 1 piece slightly larger than the other; shape into 2 disks....

Ingredients Drippings from 1 roasted turkey1 to 1-1/2 cups turkey or chicken broth1/4 cup all-purpose flourSalt and white pepper to taste Preparation Pour turkey drippings into a 2-cup measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 2 tablespoons. Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 2 cups. In a small saucepan, combine flour and reserved fat until smooth. Gradually stir in the drippings mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 4 medium carrots, julienned1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and halved1 large green pepper, julienned1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings5 cups fresh cauliflowerets5 cups fresh broccoli florets1/4 to 1/2 cup olive oil3 tablespoons lemon juice3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine vegetables. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup refrigerated French vanilla nondairy creamer1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, creamer, sugar and lemon zest until blended. Fold in whipped topping and strawberries. Transfer to a freezer container; freeze for 4 hours or until firm. Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before serving....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups chicken broth1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups frozen corn3/4 cup dried cranberries1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 package (10 ounces) couscous Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the broth, butter and salt to a boil. Stir in the corn, cranberries and cinnamon. Cover and return to a boil; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until broth is absorbed....

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops (1/2-inch thick and 7 ounces each)1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil4 medium red potatoes, cubed1 cup thinly sliced carrots1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1/2 cup water1 teaspoon salt, optional1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation In a large skillet, cook pork and onion in oil until meat is browned and juices run clear; drain. Top with potatoes, carrots and mushrooms....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons cold butterFILLING:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder2 large eggs, beaten1 cup sugar1 tablespoon whole milk1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped pecans1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, pecans, brown sugar and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 cup cranberries1 medium navel orange, peeled and sectioned2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup vinegar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon grated onion1 cup vegetable oil Preparation In a blender, combine the cranberries, orange, sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard and onion. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Refrigerate.

Ingredients 3 lb. red bliss potatoes 3 eggs 1 chipotle pepper 1 tsp. adobo sauce 1 c. Sliced scallions 1/2 red onion 2 slice bacon 1 carrot 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. sherry vinegar 3 tbsp. mayonnaise 3 tbsp. roughly chopped Italian parsley salt and pepper Preparation Step 1Boil the potatoes in plenty of salted water roughly 20 minutes, or until tender.Step 2Meanwhile, softly poach the eggs (See Tips & Techniques) until the whites are firm but the yolks are still fairly runny, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 2/3 cup cayenne pepper1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons salt1/4 cup garlic powder1/4 cup onion powder1/4 cup chili powder2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons pepper Preparation In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Ingredients 1 package (25 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli1 package (25 ounces) frozen sausage ravioli3 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic saltOil for deep-fat frying3/4 cup Alfredo sauce3/4 cup spaghetti sauce2 cups shredded cheddar cheese5 green onions, sliced1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedAdditional spaghetti sauce, optional Preparation Cook ravioli according to package directions. Drain and pat dry....

Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 cup white wine or beef broth2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1-1/4 cups crushed tomatoes1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/3 cup tomato paste4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup raisins1 medium green pepper, chopped3/4 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, coarsely chopped2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepperHot cooked brown rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook onions in oil over low heat for 15-20 minutes or until brown, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2/3 cup reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2/3 cup canned pumpkin1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups crushed reduced-fat graham crackers1 package (10 ounces) dark chocolate chips Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until blended. Beat in pumpkin, pie spice and vanilla. Stir in cracker crumbs. Freeze, covered, 20 minutes or until firm enough to shape. Shape pumpkin mixture into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup water3/4 cup thawed unsweetened apple juice concentrate1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, cinnamon and salt. Gradually stir in water and apple juice concentrate until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.