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Ingredients 2 pounds kosher salt2 dozen fresh littleneck clams1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon dried oreganoDash pepper1 tablespoon panko bread crumbsLemon wedges Preparation Spread salt onto a cast-iron 15x10x1-in. baking pan or other ovenproof metal serving plater. Shuck clams, leaving clams and juices in bottom shells. Arrange in prepared platter; divide juices among shells. In a small bowl, mix dry bread crumbs, chicken broth, parsley, oil, garlic, oregano and pepper; spoon over clams....

Ingredients 4 cups coleslaw mix1 cup seedless red grapes, halved1 small apple, chopped3/4 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup lemon pie filling1 teaspoon cider vinegar1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large serving bowl, combine the coleslaw, grapes and apple. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over coleslaw and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Ingredients 4 cups sliced peeled pears1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 tablespoons chopped almonds3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter Preparation In a bowl, combine the pears, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg; toss to coat. Transfer to a 9-in. pie plate coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with almonds. In a bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 24 cherry tomatoes3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise1/4 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion2 teaspoons minced fresh dill Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp; invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth; stir in the cucumber, onion and dill. Spoon into tomatoes. Refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, cubed4 ounces semisweet chocolate4 eggs1-3/4 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups chopped pecans Preparation In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool for 10 minutes. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until blended. Beat in vanilla and chocolate mixture; gradually stir in flour and nuts. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients 13 large onions, diced4 medium bunches celery, sliced6 cans (8 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 cups butter, cubed9 packages (4 ounces each) long grain and wild rice mix13-1/2 cups water12 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed golden mushroom soup, undiluted13 cups sour cream1/4 cup curry powder72 cups cubed cooked chicken (36 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts)1 can (8 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In several large saucepans over medium heat, saute the onions, celery and mushrooms in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) c. granulated sugar c. Dutch-process cocoa powder 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 c. milk 1 large egg 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 c. mini chocolate chips 1/4 c. chopped pecans 4 tbsp. vegetable oil Confectioners’ sugar (optional) Hot fudge sauce (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 225 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt....

Ingredients 1 c. light or heavy cream 2 tbsp. sugar 4 oz. dark chocolate 1 3/4 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1Put the cream and sugar in a heavy pan and bring slowly to a boil.Step 2Immediately remove from the heat and stir in the chocolate and butter until melted and smooth.Step 3Serve warm or let cool.Step 4Variation: Boozy Chocolate Sauce. Add 2 tablespoons rum, Grand Marnier, or another preferred liqueur to the finished sauce....

Ingredients 12 Rhodes™ Dinner Rolls, thawed but still coldOil for deep-fat frying1 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Spray counter or surface with cooking spray. Roll dough into a 26-in. long thin rope. Roll each rope in opposite directions 3 or 4 times. Pick up rope and pinch ends together; the churro will twist together. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 350°. Fry 2-3 at a time about 1 minute per side or until golden....

Ingredients 2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) ready-to-serve basmati rice2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups frozen corn, thawed2 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced1 large sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 garlic cloves, minced1 pound peeled and deveined cooked large shrimp, tails removed1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro1 tablespoon grated lime zest2 tablespoons lime juice3/4 teaspoon saltLime wedges, optional Preparation Prepare rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cups sugar1/3 cup canola oil1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten3/4 cup 2% milk10 teaspoons seedless strawberry or other jamTOPPING:1/4 cup butter, melted1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and cinnamon. In a small bowl, combine sugar, oil, egg and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil7 ounces smoked turkey kielbasa, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium onion, halved and sliced1/2 cup sliced baby portobello mushrooms2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth3/4 teaspoon Mrs. Dash Garlic & Herb seasoning blend1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice1 cup frozen corn1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers4 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup water1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper2 teaspoons finely chopped green onion1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a small bowl, whisk all the ingredients. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. May be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFROSTING:3 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milkFood coloring, optionalAssorted sprinkles or candies Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese, sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Refrigerate, covered, 1-2 hours or until firm enough to roll....

Ingredients 4 cups thinly sliced carrots3/4 cup water1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon sugarPinch of white pepper1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup half-and-half cream2 teaspoons dill weed or 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill Preparation In a saucepan, combine carrots, water, butter, salt, sugar and pepper. Cover and simmer until carrots are crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain liquid into a small saucepan; set the carrots aside and keep warm. Bring liquid to a boil....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 packages (17.63 ounces each ) Italian sausage links, casings removed2 medium onions, chopped8 green onions, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped6 garlic cloves, minced1 cup white wine2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (16 ounces) frozen sliced okra1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon Louisiana-style hot sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 pound uncooked rigatoni1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini1 cup panko bread crumbs3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs, beaten3 tablespoons olive oil Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and then in half crosswise. Cut each piece lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices. In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, cheese and seasonings. Place flour and eggs in separate shallow bowls....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal, coarsely crushed2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 cup butter, melted4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine cereal, flour and seasonings. Place butter in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in cereal mixture. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking pan. Drizzle with remaining butter. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 1 baguette 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt ground pepper 4 clove garlic 2 lb. kale 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice 1 wedge Parmesan Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange bread slices on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake until light golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.Step 2In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil and garlic over medium-high until garlic is fragrant....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) medium pasta shells1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced1 small red onion, chopped1 cup ranch salad dressing Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, peas, cucumber and onion. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.