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Ingredients 3 medium fresh beets (about 1 pound)8 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach1 can (14 ounces) hearts of palm, drained and sliced1 medium grapefruit, peeled and sectioned1 medium orange, peeled and sectioned1 tangerine, peeled and sectioned1 cup crumbled goat cheeseDRESSING:3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar4 teaspoons grated orange zest2 teaspoons grated tangerine zest1 tablespoon orange juice2 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons honey1/4 cup olive oil Preparation Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in....

Ingredients 1 gal. water 2 c. apple cider 2 c. kosher salt 2 c. sugar 1 fresh turkey 10 clove roasted garlic (see Tips & Techniques) 10 clove raw garlic 1 3/4 c. vegetable oil 3 tbsp. vegetable oil 3/4 c. fresh orange juice 1/4 c. cider vinegar 1/4 c. kosher salt 3 tbsp. fresh lime juice 3 tbsp. dried oregano 3 chipotles in adobo 2 tbsp. annatto paste (see Tips & Techniques)...

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice1 cup water3/4 cup light coconut milk1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup lime juice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon grated lime zest1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon honey1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes2 teaspoons canola oil1 teaspoon sesame oil1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the rice, water, coconut milk, sugar and salt to a boil....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust2 large eggs1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup butter, melted 1 teaspoon almond extract1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 package (14 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling. In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, melted butter, extract and salt until blended. Stir in flour. Reserve 1/2 cup coconut; stir remaining coconut into egg mixture....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes3/4 cup chopped green pepper3/4 cup diced celery1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon butter4 teaspoons seafood seasoning1 bay leaf5 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth4 cups 2% milk2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) cream-style corn1/2 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, flaked Preparation In a large Dutch oven, cook the potatoes, green pepper, celery and onion in oil and butter over medium heat for 10 minutes or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 9 large egg whites1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar3/4 cup cake flour Confectioners’ sugarFILLING:2-1/3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1 cup sugar6 tablespoons water, divided1/3 cup chopped candied orange peel, optional1 tablespoon orange liqueur, optional1 teaspoon grated orange zest, optional2 tablespoons cornstarch Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups plain yogurt1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed2 teaspoons vanilla extract10 Popsicle molds or paper cups (3 ounces each) and Popsicle sticks Preparation In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, orange juice concentrate and vanilla. Fill each mold or cup with 1/4 cup yogurt mixture; top with holders or insert sticks into cups. Freeze.

Ingredients 4 teaspoons creole seasoning2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons pepper4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first three ingredients. Add salmon; shake to coat. Place salmon on a broiler pan or baking sheet. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 10-14 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with parsley.

Ingredients 2 large eggs2 cups whole milk1/2 cup butter, melted1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons plus 2-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided3-3/4 cups vanilla ice creamFresh blueberries and sliced strawberries Preparation In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk and butter. In a small bowl, mix flour and 2 tablespoons sugar; add to egg mixture and mix well. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour. Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir batter. Fill a 1/4-cup measure three-fourths with batter; pour into center of pan....

Ingredients 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped6 large eggs2-1/2 cups whole milk3 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar1/8 teaspoon saltWHITE CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM:8 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2-1/4 cups sugar1 teaspoon cream of tartar8 large egg whites2 cups unsalted butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extractSEMISWEET CHOCOLATE GANACHE:6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped3/4 cup heavy whipping cream2-1/2 teaspoons corn syrup1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons butter1 package (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips1/2 cup peanut butter1 package (16 ounces) miniature marshmallows1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts Preparation Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. Microwave the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and peanut butter at 70% power for 2 minutes; stir. Microwave in 10- to 20-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup creamy peanut butter2 large eggs1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup raisins1 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugars and peanut butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 tablespoons butter, divided1-1/2 to 2 cups crushed pecan shortbread cookies Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Pour pie filling into crust. Sprinkle with cinnamon and dot with 1 tablespoon butter. Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Place cookie crumbs in a small bowl; stir in melted butter until coarse crumbs form....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves4 large eggs1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 cup canola oilCREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened6 ounces cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups confectioners’ sugar30 pumpkin-shaped candies Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, pumpkin and oil; stir into dry ingredients....

Ingredients 8 bacon strips, chopped1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/3 cup chopped onion10 ounces thinly sliced cooked turkey, shredded1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 yellow corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed1 carton (10 ounces) refrigerated Alfredo sauce1/4 cup whole milk2 cups shredded lettuce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, well drained Preparation In a large skillet, saute the bacon, red pepper and onion until bacon is crisp and vegetables are tender; drain....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cups chicken broth1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup lime juice2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add cayenne pepper. Stir in the broth, corn, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, cubed1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs3 tablespoons sugarFILLING:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cornstarch2-1/4 cups whole milk3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1 to 2 medium firm bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slicesWhipped topping, optional Preparation Place butter in a greased 9-in. microwave-safe pie plate. Heat, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds or until melted. Stir in crumbs and sugar until combined....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese1/2 cup dried cranberries2/3 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs2/3 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 eggs, beaten1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 cup all-purpose flour Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a small bowl, combine cheese and cranberries. Spoon 1/4 cup cheese mixture down the center of each chicken breast. Roll up and secure with toothpicks....

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves2 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold water Preparation Place pork in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, orange juice, sugars, mustard and cloves; pour over pork. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth4 cups fresh broccoli florets1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups 1% milk1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided Preparation In a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually whisk in broth....