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Ingredients 6 tablespoons brown sugar6 tablespoons Dijon mustard3 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each) Preparation For marinade, in a small bowl, mix first four ingredients. Place pork chops and 2/3 cup marinade in a large resealable plastic bag; seal bag and turn to coat. Reserve remaining marinade; cover and refrigerate with pork 8 hours or overnight. Place chops on a lightly oiled grill rack over medium heat; discard remaining marinade in bag....

Ingredients 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced2 green onions, sliced2 dill sprigs2 red snapper fillets (6 ounces each)1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepperDILL SAUCE:1/3 cup mayonnaise1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/8 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon minced green onion Preparation Place the lemon slices, onions and dill sprigs in a foil-lined baking pan. Top with fish fillets; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fold foil around fish and seal tightly....

Ingredients 3 cups chicken broth1/2 cup frozen baby lima beans, thawed1/3 cup cubed peeled potato1/3 cup sliced carrot1/3 cup sliced celery2 tablespoons chopped onion3/4 cup cubed cooked turkey or chicken1/2 cup cooked spiral pasta1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the broth, lima beans, potato, carrot, celery and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add turkey and pasta; cook until heated through....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie 7 large egg whites1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs1-1/2 cups chopped pecansWhipped cream Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. In a large bowl, combine egg whites, sugar, coconut, cracker crumbs and pecans. Pour into crust....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon finely ground coffee2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 beef ribeye roast (4 to 5 pounds)2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups soaked wood chips, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Tie the roast at 1-1/2- to 2-in. intervals with kitchen string. Rub seasonings over roast; cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 4 cups water1 cup uncooked wild rice1 teaspoon butter1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1/2 cup uncooked brown rice8 bacon strips, diced2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 celery rib, thinly sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup slivered almonds Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the water, wild rice, butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons beaten egg1/3 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped walnutsTOPPING:1 tablespoon finely chopped walnuts1 tablespoon miniature semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 teaspoons sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the orange juice, oil and egg; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup plain yogurt2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 cup Buttermilk Biscuit MixTOPPING:1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extractFresh fruit, optional Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs, yogurt, vanilla, lemon juice and biscuit mix; mix just until smooth. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until center is nearly set....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water1 cup cream-filled chocolate cookie crumbs3/4 cup chopped pecans, divided1/4 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup chocolate syrup1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve coffee granules in hot water; set aside. In another bowl, combine cookie crumbs, 1/2 cup pecans and butter. Pat into a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 whole fresh beef brisket (about 10 pounds), deckle fat removed1 bottle (21.5 ounces) Asian honey barbecue sauce and marinade 1 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons garlic powder2 tablespoons ground cumin1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. Place brisket, fat side up, in a large roasting pan. Pour marinade over brisket. Bake, covered, for 4 hours. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over brisket. Bake, covered, until tender, 2-4 hours longer (a thermometer inserted in brisket should read about 200°)....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups coarsely chopped dates (about 6 ounces) 1 tablespoon minced crystallized ginger1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 cup orange juice2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons plus 2/3 cup sugar, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed6 ounces cold cream cheese, cubed1 teaspoon ground cinnamon6 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Place first 4 ingredients in a small heavy saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2/3 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each) FROSTING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract3 to 4 tablespoons evaporated milk24 miniature candy canes, crushed Preparation Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs, room temperature2 cups cake flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1-1/3 cups 2% milkICING:1 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar3/4 cup heavy whipping cream6 tablespoons butter, cubed1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractCaramel popcorn with peanuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 well-greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. black beans (1 15-oz. can, drained and rinsed very well) 1/2 c. quick oats 1/2 tsp. baking powder 2 tbsp. cacao powder 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. pure maple syrup 1/4 c. coconut oil 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/3 c. chocolate chips, plus more for topping Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Step 2Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips in a good food processor and blend completely until smooth....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/3 cup orange juice3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon honey1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 tablespoon olive oilHot cooked pasta, optional1/4 cup sliced green onions Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, ginger and cayenne. Stir in the orange juice, soy sauce, water, lemon juice, honey, garlic, orange and lemon zest until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 4 swordfish or halibut steaks (7 ounces each)2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped4 shallots, chopped2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon lemon juice Preparation Place fish in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the artichokes, tomatoes and shallots; spread over fish. Drizzle with butter and lemon juice. Cover and bake at 425° for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh or frozen corn1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 tablespoon butter8 large eggs1/4 cup reduced-fat evaporated milk1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped1 green onion, sliced6 whole wheat pita pocket halvesSalsa, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute the corn, green pepper, onion and pimientos in butter for 5-7 minutes or until tender. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk and salt; pour into skillet....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped pecans1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugarAdditional Ingredients:1/2 cup butter, melted1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Pour oats into a wide-mouth 1-qt. glass container with a tight-fitting lid. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; place on top of oats. Layer with pecans, chocolate chips, brown sugar and sugar, packing each layer tightly (do not mix)....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1-1/4 cups water1/2 cup butter, melted3 large eggsChocolate frosting, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in cake mix, water, butter and eggs. Spoon batter by 1/4 cupfuls into paper-lined muffin cups. Bake at 350° until golden brown, 25 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Frost if desired.

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 large carrot, shredded1 celery rib, chopped1/4 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3 cups cooked wild rice1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup fat-free evaporated milk1/4 cup minced chives Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the onion, carrot and celery in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add broth. Stir in the rice, chicken, salt and pepper....