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Ingredients 3 large eggs4 tablespoons butter, divided2 bunches broccoli2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups 2% milk2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 teaspoon Dijon mustard2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs Preparation Separate eggs; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Grease a 2-1/2-qt. souffle dish with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. Cut broccoli into florets; peel and chop stems. Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a Dutch oven over 1 in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water2 cups sugar3/4 cup butter2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons milk Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Remove from the heat. Stir in sugar and butter until butter is melted. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powderSugar substitute equivalent to 3/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup vegetable oil spread1/3 cup chopped raisins1/4 cup egg substitute2 tablespoons orange juice Preparation In a medium cowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cut in vegetable oil spread until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in raisins. Add egg substitute and orange juice; mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)2 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil1 package (10 ounces) peanut butter chips Preparation In a bowl, beat cake mix, eggs and oil (batter will be very stiff). Stir in chips. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place on lightly greased baking sheets; flatten slightly. Bake at 350° until a slight indentation remains when lightly touched, about 10 minutes. Cool on pans for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks....

Ingredients INGREDIENTS FOR SINGLE-CRUST PIE1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening4 to 5 tablespoons cold waterINGREDIENTS FOR DOUBLE-CRUST PIE2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup shortening6 to 7 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 6 large potatoes, peeled and cubed1 teaspoon salt1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) cream-style corn4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3 cups milk8 ounces Colby cheese, cubed Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven or large soup kettle; sprinkle with salt and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce, cubed2 tablespoons ground mustard2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon cider vinegar2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon grated orange zest3 pounds chicken wingsBlue cheese salad dressing and celery sticks Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 45 minutes or until cranberry sauce is melted. Meanwhile, cut wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip sections....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. butter 2 tsp. flour 1 1/2 c. heavy whipping cream 4 ear corn 1 jalapeño or other chile pepper (optional) Juice from 1/2 lemon 1 tsp. salt Black pepper Preparation Step 1Combine butter and flour in a saucepan, and whisk together over medium heat. Stir for one minute. Add heavy cream and whisk some more. Leave simmering over medium heat for about 10 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally so the cream does not stick and burn to the bottom of the pot....

Ingredients 6 cups frozen corn, thawed3 cups chopped seeded tomatoes1 cup cubed avocado2/3 cup julienned sweet red pepper2/3 cup julienned green pepper1/2 cup chopped onionDRESSING:1 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes, avocado, peppers and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until chilled....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 medium carrot, grated1/2 cup butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 cups milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup Velveeta, cubed, or cheddar cheese, shredded6 large potatoes, peeled, diced and cooked (about 8 cups)1 teaspoon seasoned salt Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onion, celery and carrot in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 cup mayonnaise1 envelope unflavored gelatin6 tablespoons cold water1 can (6 ounces) small shrimp, rinsed and drained or 1/3 cup cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined3/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celeryLettuce leavesFresh parsley, optionalAssorted crackers Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the soup, cream cheese and mayonnaise. Cook and stir over medium heat until smooth; remove from the heat; set aside....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, beaten2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 medium onion, chopped1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2/3 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, spinach, soup, onion, cheese and mayonnaise. Spoon into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Toss the bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over spinach mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 teaspoon mint extract1-1/2 cups cake flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons white (clear) creme de mentheGreen paste food coloringFROSTING:1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons white (clear) creme de mentheGreen paste food coloring Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) Cuban or French bread4 large eggs16 pieces thinly sliced hard salami8 slices deli ham8 slices Swiss cheese Preparation Split bread in half lengthwise; cut into 4 pieces. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, fry eggs until yolks are set. Layer bread bottoms with salami, ham, egg and cheese; replace tops. Cook on a panini maker or indoor grill for 2 minutes or until bread is browned and cheese is melted....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 small onion, finely chopped1/2 cup Rice Krispies1/4 cup golden raisins1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound lean ground chickenSAUCE:1 cup plain yogurt1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroWRAPS:24 small Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves1 medium carrot, shredded1/2 cup golden raisins1/2 cup chopped salted peanutsAdditional minced fresh cilantro Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 5 to 5-1/2 cups ice cubes, divided3/4 cup light rum2-1/2 ounces lime juice2 ounces simple syrupGARNISH:Lime slices Preparation Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Divide remaining ice among four hurricane or cocktail glasses; set aside. Add the rum, lime juice and simple syrup to shaker; cover and shake for 10-15 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into prepared glasses. Garnish with lime slices as desired....

Ingredients 2 cups water2/3 cup pearl tapioca1 carton (32 ounces) unsweetened almond milk4 large eggs, separated1-1/4 cups sugar, divided 1 to 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup dark baking cocoa1 teaspoon vanilla extractChopped chocolate-covered espresso beans, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine water and tapioca; let stand 30 minutes. Whisk in almond milk, egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, espresso powder and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates1 cup raisins2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided1/2 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1-3/4 cups boiling water1 cup chopped peeled tart apple1 cup chopped walnutsConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine dates and raisins. Add 1 tablespoon flour and toss to coat; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 lb. lasagna noodles kosher salt 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 c. small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1 lb. peas (fresh or frozen) 1/2 c. chopped parsley 1 1/2 c. freshly grated Pecorino Romano, divided 1 1/2 c. whole milk ricotta 1/2 c. mint leaves Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Bring a large pot of water a boil and generously season with salt....

Ingredients 4 large egg whites, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1-2/3 cups sugar, divided 2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 cup ground pecans4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons coffee liqueur1/2 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, divided1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl. Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with parchment. Trace two 8-in. circles 1 in. apart on the parchment; invert parchment....