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Ingredients 2 chicken bouillon cubes1 cup hot water5 bacon strips1 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 cups milk1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen whole kernel corn1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper1/8 teaspoon dried basil Preparation Dissolve bouillon in water; set aside. In a large Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels to drain; crumble and set aside....

Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut in half lengthwise 1/2 c. caesar dressing (plus more for serving) 1/4 c. finely grated shredded Parmesan (plus more for serving) 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 c. panko 1 lemon, zest and juice 2 heads of romaine lettuce, chopped Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Grease a large baking sheet with cooking spray.Step 2Combine the lemon juice caesar dressing in a shallow bowl....

Ingredients 4 medium pie pumpkins (2-1/2 pounds each)1-1/4 pounds ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 cups hot cooked rice2 tablespoons vegetable oil Preparation Wash each pumpkin; cut a 4-in. circle around stem. Remove top and set aside; discard seeds and loose fibers from inside....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda18 large marshmallows, halvedFROSTING:3 tablespoons butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa1/8 teaspoon salt4 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons ground cinnamon8 slices day-old raisin bread4 tablespoons brown sugar, divided6 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups 2% milk3 tablespoons maple syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional maple syrup Preparation In a small bowl, combine butter and cinnamon; spread over one side of each slice of bread. Place four slices, buttered side up, in a greased 8-in. square baking dish (trim to fit if necessary). Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons brown sugar....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup corn syrup1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup coarsely chopped pecans1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons ground cinnamon2 tubes (17.3 ounces each) large refrigerated biscuits Preparation In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup and butter; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Add the pecans. Spoon into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. In a shallow bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. Cut each biscuit in half; dip in cinnamon-sugar....

Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough2 cups coffee ice creamWhipped cream and chocolate syrup1/3 cup English toffee bits or almond brickle chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Let dough stand at room temperature 5-10 minutes to soften. Cut into 12 slices; press onto bottoms and up the sides of greased muffin cups. Bake until golden brown, 12-14 minutes. Cool slightly on a wire rack. Spoon ice cream into each cup....

Ingredients 1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugars, egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well. Divide dough in half. On a greased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 15x3-in....

Ingredients 1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1-1/2 cups hot brewed coffee1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided1/2 cup heavy whipping creamInstant espresso powder and chocolate-covered coffee beans, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Stir in coffee and 1/4 cup sugar. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Pour into four Irish coffee mugs or 4-oz. custard cups....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced fresh dill1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Brush both sides of chicken with oil. Broil 5 in. from the heat or grill over medium heat, for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reaches 170°. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 4 3/4-pound beef eye of round roast 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. whole coriander seeds 1 tsp. sweet paprika kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 2 c. beef stock Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Rub roast with 1 tablespoon olive oil. In a small bowl, combine ground coriander seeds and paprika with 2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil4 large red potatoes, cut into 1/8-inch slices4 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch piecesLemon-pepper seasoning and garlic powder to tasteMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, brown hens in oil. Place the potatoes in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with the hens and bacon. Sprinkle with lemon-pepper and garlic powder. Cover and cook on low until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175° and potatoes are tender, 6-8 hours....

Ingredients 1 lb. thick asparagus 7 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 6 medium basil leaves 1 small shallot 1/2 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 1/2 oz. pea shoots 1/4 c. salted roasted pistachios 1 lb. jumbo lump crabmeat 2 Hass avocados Preparation Step 1Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. Cut off 1 inch of asparagus tips and cut each tip in half lengthwise....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen puff pastry shells1/2 cup butter, cubed1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained6 green onions, sliced1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk2 cups shredded Swiss cheese3 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/3 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Bake pastry shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, place butter in a 2-qt....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup minced fresh chives1/4 cup snipped fresh dill1/4 cup ranch salad dressing3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 salmon fillet (1 pound)1 teaspoon olive oil Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first eight ingredients. Brush skin side of salmon with oil. Place salmon on a greased grill rack, skin side down; spread sour cream mixture over fish. Grill, covered, over medium heat 12-14 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices2 medium carrots, sliced2 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each)1 tablespoon onion soup mix1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 can (10-3/4 ounces) ready-to-serve creamy chicken soup Preparation Place the potatoes and carrots in a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown pork chops on both sides. Place over vegetables. In a small bowl, combine the soup mix, cornstarch and soup until blended....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix1 medium onion, chopped1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter, softenedCURRANT SAUCE:1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup currant jelly2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon salt3 whole cloves Preparation Prepare rice according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2/3 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. For a pourable ganache, cool, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 85°-90° and is slightly thickened, about 40 minutes. Pour over cake, allowing some to drape down the sides. Spread ganache with a spatula if necessary to evenly coat, working quickly before it thickens....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, beaten1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon rum extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 cups torn French bread1/3 cup chopped dried mangoes1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, toastedSauce:1/4 cup butter1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons water1 large egg yolk, beaten1/2 teaspoon rum extractToasted unsweetened coconut flakes, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. Gently stir in bread, mangoes and coconut flakes....

Ingredients 24 wonton wrappers1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon dill weed, divided1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon sour cream1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed Preparation Place a wonton wrapper on a work surface with one corner facing you; roll into a cone. Cut the open end with a sharp scissors until edge is even. Place a 1-in. foil ball in opening....