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Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder1 jar (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 tablespoon diced pimientos4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the asparagus, onion and garlic in butter for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Add curry powder; simmer 5 more minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed1/3 cup cold shortening5 to 7 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:1/2 cup dried currants or raisins2 tablespoons dark rum or water1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, divided3/4 cup sugar, divided6 medium baking apples, such as Fuji or Braeburn (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonEGG WASH:2 teaspoons sugarDash ground cinnamon1 large egg1 tablespoon 2% milk or heavy whipping cream...

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) fresh cranberries1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup chopped onion2 cups sour cream1 tablespoon prepared horseradish Preparation Place cranberries, sugar and onion in a blender or food processor; cover and process until coarsely chopped. Add sour cream and horseradish; process until smooth. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3 cups sugar4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt4 large eggs, room temperature1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1/2 cup canola oil2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, pumpkin and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cranberries and walnuts....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) peas2 tablespoons chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage2 cups water1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Drain peas, reserving 1/3 cup liquid. Place peas and liquid in a blender or food processor; cover and puree until smooth. Set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, sugar, salt, pepper and sage until blended....

Ingredients 10 large eggs1/2 cup heavy whipping cream4 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed1-1/4 cups shredded cooked chicken1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry and chopped4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, 3 tablespoons basil, salt and pepper. Stir in cream cheese, chicken, tomatoes and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 8 medium tomatoes2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1-1/2 cups sour cream1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese4 green onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs4 teaspoons butter Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/2-in. shell; invert onto paper towels to drain. In a small bowl, combine the spinach, sour cream, cheddar cheese, onions and salt....

Ingredients 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening8 scoops peppermint ice creamMiniature candy canes Preparation In a microwave or saucepan, melt the chocolate chips and shortening. brush evenly on the inside of eight paper or foil muffin cup liners. Chill until hardened, about 25 minutes. Remove liners. Fill chocolate cups with ice cream. Garnish with candy canes.

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening3/4 cup maple syrup1/2 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature3 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconutFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup maple syrup1 cup miniature marshmallows Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream the shortening, syrup and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 lime wedgeCoarse sea salt, optional1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila1 ounce Triple Sec1/2 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice Preparation Moisten rim of 1 cocktail glass with lime wedge. If desired, sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rim in salt. Fill glass with ice. In an empty cocktail shaker, combine tequila, Triple Sec and lime juice. Fill with ice; cover and shake until frost forms on the outside of the shaker, 15-20 seconds....

Ingredients 1/4 cup coconut oil6 garlic cloves, peeledNAAN:1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup plain yogurt2 tablespoons coconut oil, divided1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation For garlic confit, preheat oven to 250°. Place coconut oil and garlic in a small ovenproof bowl. Cover and bake until garlic is soft and golden, about 2 hours....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta4 cups fresh broccoli florets1 pint grape tomatoes1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups Italian salad dressing with roasted red pepper and Parmesan Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, olives, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chipsFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milkOptional: Food coloring and sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan with parchment. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons beaten egg2 tablespoons tomato juice1/4 cup quick-cooking oats3/4 teaspoon dried minced onion1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound lean ground beefTOPPING:1-1/2 teaspoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup canned Mexicorn, drained2 slices process American cheese, diced2 green pepper rings, cut into strips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the egg, tomato juice, oats, onion, salt, chili powder and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 cups mayonnaise2 cups sour cream1 medium onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons dill weed1 teaspoon seasoned salt2 cups diced cooked corned beefOnion bagels, split and cut into wedges or snack rye bread Preparation In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, dill, seasoned salt and corned beef. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with bagel wedges or rye bread.

Ingredients 1 cup chicken broth3/4 cup uncooked couscous1/2 cup dried cherries1/2 cup chopped carrot1/2 cup chopped cucumber1/4 cup sliced green onions1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon Dijon mustardSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; cool. In a bowl, combine the couscous, cherries, carrot, cucumber, onions and pine nuts....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature2 cups sugar3/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed2/3 cup chopped pecansOptional: Whipped cream and cranberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until slightly thickened and lemon-colored, about 5 minutes. Add butter and extract; beat 2 minutes. Gradually stir in flour just until combined. Stir in cranberries and pecans. Spread in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) whipped cream cheese, softened1 cup (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup chopped green onions1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries4 flour tortillas (10 inches) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, feta cheese and onions. Stir in cranberries. Spread about 1/2 cup mixture over each tortilla and roll up tightly. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Cut each roll-up into 10 slices....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast half 1 can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup 1/2 c. water 1 tbsp. Dijon-style mustard 1 tbsp. white wine 1 tsp. dried parsley flakes 1 tsp. brown sugar 1/2 tsp. onion powder 1/4 tsp. dried tarragon leaves garlic powder Preparation Step 1Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or until well browned on both sides....