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Ingredients 1/2 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 cups all-purpose flour4-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter1 egg yolk, beatenFILLING/TOPPING:6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided2 cups sugar3-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine milk, water and yeast; set aside. In another large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon kosher salt2 teaspoons grated lime zest10 flour tortillas (10 inches)1/4 cup olive oilTOPPING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons lime juice2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, divided2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained6 green onions, finely chopped1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine salt and lime zest; set aside. Using a 3-inch star-shaped cookie cutter, cut eight star shapes from each tortilla....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, softened 1 c. granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tbsp. red food coloring 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 c. black cocoa powder 1/4 c. white sanding sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and line 2 large baking sheets with parchment. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups fresh or frozen sugar snap peas2 cups fresh or frozen corn1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1/4 cup water1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon minced fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the peas, corn, red pepper and water in large saucepan; cover and cook over high heat for 2-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender; drain. Add the butter, dill, salt if desired and pepper; toss to coat....

Ingredients 10 cups sliced peeled tart apples1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup red-hot candies1/2 cup boiling water1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 24 squares)1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup cold butter, cubed Preparation Place apples in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with sugar and red-hots. Pour water over apples. In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, flour, brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/3 cups water1/4 cup canola oil1-1/4 cups finely chopped walnuts7-1/2 teaspoons sugar4-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water and oil. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Combine walnuts, sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle a third of the nut mixture into a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. Top with half of the batter and another third of the nut mixture....

Ingredients 2 c. half-and-half or whole milk 1 vanilla bean 1/2 c. sugar 4 egg yolks Preparation Step 1Set a large fine strainer over a medium bowl and set the bowl in a shallow pan of cold water.Step 2In a large saucepan, combine the half-and-half and vanilla bean and cook over moderately low heat just until small bubbles appear around the rim, about 5 minutes.Step 3In another medium bowl, whisk the sugar and egg yolks just until combined....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed2 large eggs, room temperature, divided use3/4 cup buttermilk1/3 cup raisins Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Whisk together first 5 ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, whisk together 1 egg and buttermilk. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Stir in raisins. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel hair pasta2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups sour cream3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 tablespoons butter1 package (8 ounces) imitation flaked crabmeat1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound fresh or frozen bay scallops, thawed and drained1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveinedMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, whisk flour and sour cream until smooth. Add cheese and butter; cook and stir over low heat until thickened....

Ingredients 1 package (32 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 envelope onion soup mix1 can (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer12 hoagie buns, split3 cups shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine meatballs, onion, brown sugar, soup mix and beer. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are heated through, 3-4 hours. Place 5-6 meatballs on each bun bottom. Sprinkle each sandwich with 1/4 cup cheese....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1/4 cup shredded carrot2 cups water2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1-1/2 cups fat-free milk, divided3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup cubed reduced-fat Velveeta1/2 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional Preparation Place a large saucepan coated with cooking spray over medium heat....

Ingredients 1/2 dash sour cream 1/2 c. mayonnaise 2 tbsp. drained bottled horseradish 1 lb. lump crabmeat 1 c. dry bread crumbs 3 scallions including green tops 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley Pinch cayenne 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3 tbsp. Cooking oil Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, 1/4 cup of the mayonnaise, and the horseradish.Step 2In a large bowl, combine the crabmeat, the remaining 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs, the scallions, parsley, cayenne, salt, and pepper....

Ingredients 1/3 cup shortening2/3 cup sugar2 eggs1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 2 whole crackers)1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans1/2 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in bananas. Combine the flour, cracker crumbs, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder2 large eggs1 cup molasses3/4 cup water2-1/4 cups fresh cranberries or frozen cranberries, thawedBUTTER SAUCE:1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, molasses and water; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cranberries....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup butter, melted1 egg1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frostingShoestring black licorice, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces1/4 cup red-hot candies Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter and egg (dough will be stiff). Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/8 teaspoon pepper5 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup butter, melted1 garlic clove, minced1 bay leaf Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt, thyme, marjoram and pepper. Add potatoes; seal bag and shake to coat. Pour butter into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; stir in the garlic. Add potatoes and bay leaf....

Ingredients 1/2 c. fresh orange or tangerine juice 1/4 c. kosher salt 2 tbsp. brown sugar 1 tbsp. dried rosemary 1 1/2 tsp. smoked or sweet paprika 1 1/2 tsp. whole black peppercorns 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 3 clove garlic 1 boneless pork shoulder roast 1/2 c. lemon, orange, or tangerine sorbet 2 tbsp. fresh tangerine or lemon juice 2 tbsp. brown sugar 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice Orange slices (optional)...

Ingredients 6 ounces bulk pork sausage1/3 cup panko bread crumbs1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions, divided 1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 bunch baby bok choy, coarsely chopped, or 2 cups fresh spinach2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 cup uncooked extra-wide egg noodles1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil Preparation Combine sausage, bread crumbs, egg and 2 tablespoons green onion; mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 4 large egg whites1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup almond flour2/3 cup sugar6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon light corn syrupOptional: Colored coarse sugar and crushed peppermint candies Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 225°. In a small bowl, whisk confectioners’ sugar and almond flour until blended. Beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled1/2 cup raspberries, pureed3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup white baking chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in melted chocolate and raspberries. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture....