Ingredients 3/4 pound thin boneless pork loin chops, cut into strips1 tablespoon canola oil1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon Dijon mustard4 multigrain tortillas (10 inches)8 ounces sliced deli ham8 slices Swiss cheese4 thin sandwich pickle slices1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, toss pork with oil and pepper. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until browned. Remove from heat....
Ingredients 2 small sweet red peppers, cut into 2-inch strips1 small sweet yellow pepper, cut into 2-inch strips2 cups grape tomatoes1 small onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges2 jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded2 tablespoons olive oil, divided3/4 teaspoon salt, divided3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)2 to 3 teaspoons lime juiceHot cooked couscousLime wedges Preparation Preheat broiler. Place the first 5 ingredients in a greased 15x10x1-in....
Ingredients 1 cup egg whites (about 7)1/2 cup baking cocoa3/4 cup boiling water1-3/4 cups cake flour1-3/4 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup canola oil7 egg yolks2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarFILLING:3 cups heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; set aside for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, stir cocoa and water in a small bowl until smooth....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powderGreen gel or paste food coloringFROSTING:4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup warm water3 tablespoons meringue powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarGreen gel or paste food coloringAssorted decorating sprinkles and white edible glitter Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. water c. light corn syrup 1 pinch salt 4 c. fresh orange juice 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 3/4 c. sugar 1 tsp. powdered plain gelatin 8 large egg yolks 1 c. heavy cream 1 tsp. grated orange zest 3/4 c. finely chopped salted roasted almonds Preparation Step 1Make the granita: In a saucepan, bring the sugar, water, light corn syrup, and salt to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved; cool....
Ingredients 24 large fresh mushrooms2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, drained3/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper1 small onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons Italian seasoning2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups butter, melted, divided1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Remove mushroom stems (discard or save for another use); set caps aside. In a large bowl, combine the clams, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, green pepper, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley and pepper....
Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups canned pumpkin1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup buttermilkFROSTING/FILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 teaspoons maple flavoring1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 40 cookies)...
Ingredients 1-1/3 pounds ground beef3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil4 slices pepper jack cheese8 mini flour tortillas2 cups shredded cheddar cheese4 cooked bacon strips, halved4 lettuce leaves1/2 cup chipotle ranch salad dressing1/2 cup pico de gallo Preparation Shape ground beef into four 5-in.-wide patties. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add burgers; cook until a thermometer reads 160°, 4-6 minutes on each side....
Ingredients 1/4 c. barbecue sauce 3 tbsp. mayonnaise 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. yellow mustard 2 tsp. honey 3 large chicken breasts, chopped into irregular bite-size pieces 1 1/2 c. pickle juice 4 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled Kosher Salt Freshly ground black pepper large eggs 1/2 c. whole milk 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 3 tbsp. powdered sugar 2 tbsp. paprika 1 tbsp. garlic powder Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, mayo, dijon, yellow mustard and honey....
Ingredients 3/4 cup sour cream1/4 cups whole milk1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:3 cups chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons orange juice2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a small bowl, combine sour cream and milk; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy....
Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 10 ounces each)2 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Bake on a foil-lined baking sheet until tender, 45-60 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut off a thin slice from top of each potato. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in.-thick shells. Mash pulp with cream cheese, brown sugar and cinnamon....
Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 cup biscuit/baking mix1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup apricot preserves2 tablespoons orange juice Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; set aside. Pour 5 tablespoons butter into a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine biscuit mix and parsley. Dip chicken in butter, then coat with biscuit mixture. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and remaining butter over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or no longer pink....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups thinly sliced zucchini1 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons canola oil1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese1-1/4 cups egg substitute1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 medium tomato, seeded and chopped Preparation Line the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray with heavy-duty foil; set aside....
Ingredients 1 cup butter-flavored shortening2 cups sugar2 eggs, separated1 cup mashed potatoes1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg1 cup milkMOCHA FROSTING:1/3 cup butter, softened2-2/3 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons strong brewed coffee Preparation Let the eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy....
Ingredients 6 eggs, separated1/2 cup orange juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened and lemon-colored, about 5 minutes. Stir in orange juice and vanilla until combined. Gradually beat in 1 cup sugar on low speed, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds uncooked shell-on shrimp (16-20 per pound)1-1/2 pounds red potatoes, quartered26 fresh littleneck clams3 medium ears sweet corn, cut into 1-inch slices3/4 pound smoked kielbasa or fully cooked andouille sausage links, cut into 1-inch slices1/4 cup olive oil1 tablespoon seafood seasoning1 medium lemon, sliced Preparation Divide shrimp, potatoes, clams, corn and sausage on 6 pieces of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with seafood seasoning....
Ingredients 15 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed4 cups mayonnaise1 cup sweet pickle relish1/4 cup prepared mustard1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained2 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons pepper6 celery ribs, chopped8 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1 small onion, choppedPaprika and green pepper rings, optional Preparation Place potatoes in two stockpots and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool to room temperature....
Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup light corn syrup1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. 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. Refrigerate 30 minutes....
Ingredients Dough for single-crust pieFILLING:4 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/2 cups whole milk2 large egg yolksTOPPING:2/3 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1 large egg, lightly beaten1-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. 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....
Ingredients 9 cups cornflakes, crushed1 envelope (1 ounce) onion soup mix1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepperADDITIONAL INGREDIENT (for each batch):4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In an airtight container, combine the first 8 ingredients. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 8 batches (about 4 cups total). To prepare chicken: Place 1/2 cup coating in a shallow dish; coat chicken on both sides....
