Ingredients 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1/3 cup water1 pound ground beef1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 envelope brown gravy mix1/4 cup milk3 tablespoons butter, softened1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 3 c. apple cider 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/3 c. packed brown sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 4 tbsp. butter, melted and cooled 1 large egg Canola or vegetable oil, for frying 1/2 c. cinnamon sugar Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring apple cider to a boil. Continue to boil until reduced to ¾ cup, about 25 minutes....

Ingredients 1 (1 lb.) loaf challah bread (about 10 cups cubed) 2/3 c. plus 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 2 eggs plus 3 egg yolks 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. nutmeg (optional) 2 c. heavy cream 2 c. whole milk 1/4 c. raisins (optional) Preparation Step 1 The day before: Slice bread into 1" cubes and leave out overnight to dry out. (Alternately, place bread on baking sheet and bake at 200º for 20 minutes, then let cool....

Ingredients 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 12 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/3 c. buffalo sauce 1/4 c. ranch dressing, plus more for drizzling 1/3 c. sliced green onions, plus more for garnish 1 tbsp. garlic powder 2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken 1/2 c. shredded cheddar 1/2 c. shredded gouda Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450°. In a baking dish, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening6 ounces almond paste1-1/3 cups sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening, almond paste and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter6 medium apples, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extractWAFFLES:2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons quick-cooking grits1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups buttermilk1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese1/2 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups fat-free vanilla Greek yogurtFresh blueberries, optional Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add apples, sugar, honey, cinnamon and vanilla; cook and stir until apples are crisp-tender, 10-12 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked long grain rice2 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 cup orange juice1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1/4 cup lightly salted cashews1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups cubed cooked pork1/2 cup chow mein noodles1 green onion, julienned Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, ginger and orange zest. Stir in orange juice and soy sauce until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil2 cups frozen cut green beans (about 8 ounces), thawed1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons soy sauce1 to 2 teaspoons sugar or honeySesame seeds, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add green beans; cook and stir until heated through. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in soy sauce and sugar until sugar is dissolved. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) dark chocolate chips6 tablespoons butter, cubed1/3 cup heavy whipping cream8 bacon strips, cooked and finely choppedCOATING:1 cup white baking chips1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring1-3/4 cups chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Place dark chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, heat butter and cream just to simmering. Pour over chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in bacon. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2/3 cup uncooked wild rice1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery1 teaspoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup chopped dried apricots2 tablespoons chopped almonds1 cup apricot nectar, divided1/2 cup sweet white wine or apple juice, divided1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), cut in half1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegarDash ground cinnamon...

Ingredients 5 large egg yolks 1/4 c. cornstarch 1/2 c. sugar 2 tsp. sugar salt 2 c. whole milk 3 tbsp. banana liqueur 2 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 1 tbsp. melted butter 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 15 vanilla wafer cookies 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 2 bananas Preparation Step 1In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the cornstarch, the 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds ground beef1 envelope taco seasoning1/3 cup salsa1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup refried beans1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning and salsa; simmer, uncovered, until thickened. Meanwhile, unroll crescent roll dough. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 c. (100 g.) granulated sugar 2 large egg yolks 1 tsp. almond extract 2 c. (240 g.) all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. finely chopped roasted almonds 1 c. (60 g.) unsweetened coconut flakes 1/4 c. sweetened condensed milk 1 large egg white Pinch of kosher salt 21 almonds 1 c. milk chocolate (about 6 oz.), melted Preparation Step 1In the large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, on medium-high speed, beat butter and granulated sugar until combined and creamy, about 1 minute....

Ingredients 5 eggs 1 c. milk 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg 1 tsp. cinnamon Pinch kosher salt 1 stick melted butter 3/4 c. brown sugar 1/4 c. maple syrup 1 loaf challah bread, sliced 1” thick Confectioners’ sugar, for serving (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Step 2In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar and maple syrup. Pour mixture into a large tall baking dish and spread into an even layer using a spatula....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts Olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 1 lb. fresh mozzarella, sliced 1 1/2 c. baby spinach 2 tomatoes, sliced into half moons Small bunch fresh basil Balsamic glaze, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400°. Place chicken on a cutting board and make 5 to 6 slits in each breast, being careful not to cut through completely. Transfer to a small baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 package uncooked bratwurst links (20 ounces) 2 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, thinly sliced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon pepper1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer5 slices thick bread Preparation Preheat air fryer to 400°. Place bratwurst in a single layer in a greased air fryer. Cook until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onions start to brown and soften....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini40 pimiento-stuffed olives40 large pitted ripe olives3/4 cup Italian salad dressing40 thin slices pepperoni20 thin slices hard salami, halved Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, olives and salad dressing. Toss to coat; cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Drain mixture, discarding marinade. For each appetizer, thread a stuffed olive, a folded pepperoni slice, a tortellini, a folded salami piece and a ripe olive on a toothpick or short skewer....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups chicken broth1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 bunch watercress, stems removed (about 1 cup, lightly packed)1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepperSour cream Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter 3-4 minutes or until soft. Stir in flour to form a smooth paste. Cook for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 6 cups torn romaine2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 can (15 ounces) whole baby corn, rinsed, drained and cut into 1/2-inch pieces3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon1/2 cup fat-free Caesar or Italian salad dressing Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, broccoli, corn and bacon. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 small round loaf crusty bread (about 10 ounces) 3/4 lb. asparagus 1/4 lb. thin-sliced prosciutto 1/4 lb. Gruyère 1 oz. package frozen chopped spinach 4 eggs 1/4 tsp. salt tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. Put the bread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven, turning once, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes in all. Transfer to an oiled baking dish.Step 2Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil....