Ingredients 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 medium potato, peeled and cubed1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 can (6-1/2 ounces) minced clams1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup half-and-half cream1-1/2 teaspoons butterDash cayenne pepper2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-12 minutes or until potato is tender. Meanwhile, drain clams, reserving juice....

Ingredients 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional1 whole grain bagel, split1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened2 small eggsOptional: Minced fresh cilantro, parsley or chives Preparation In a small bowl, mash avocado; stir in salt, pepper and, if desired, pepper flakes. Using a paring knife or round cutter, enlarge center hole to at least 1-1/2-in. in width. Spread butter on cut side of bagel....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon dried basil1 pound perch or fish fillets of your choice1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika and basil. Brush fish fillets with butter, then dip into the crumb mixture. Place in a greased baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 500° for 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/3 cup honey1/4 cup sherry or chicken broth1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground ginger2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)SESAME COATING:2 tablespoons ground mustard3 tablespoons water1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients. Add pork; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade....

Ingredients 1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup soft bread crumbs2 large tomatoes4 fresh basil leaves, chopped1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation In a small skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until lightly browned. Remove from the heat. Cut tomatoes in half widthwise. Place cut side up in an 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with basil and pepper; top with bread crumb mixture....

Ingredients 1 boneless whole pork loin roast (about 2-1/2 pounds)1/2 cup chopped pitted dried plums (prunes)1/3 cup each fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries and sliced strawberries2 garlic cloves, cut into slivers1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup red wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon seedless raspberry jam Preparation Make a lengthwise slit down the center of the roast to within 1/2 in. of bottom....

Ingredients 5 lb. short ribs 3/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1/2 c. rice vinegar 1 tbsp. toasted sesame oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 c. low-sodium beef broth 1 c. water 1/4 c. Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish 2 tsp. Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish Preparation Step 1Place short ribs in a large bowl and cover with water. Let sit for at least an hour....

Ingredients 15 graham crackers 3 tbsp. sugar 1/8 tsp. kosher salt 4 tbsp. butter, melted 3/4 c. mini chocolate chips, plus more for garnish 1 tsp. all-purpose flour 2 8-oz. packages cream cheese, at room temperature 1 15-oz. container ricotta cheese, drained for several hours or overnight 1 1/4 c. sugar 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 4 large eggs, room temperature Broken waffle cones, for garnish...

Ingredients 2 c. quinoa, rinsed and drained 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 small shallots, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved 8 oz. fresh part-skim mozzarella, shredded kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 heirloom tomatoes, sliced into 1/4"-thick rounds 8 oz. fresh part-skim mozzarella, sliced 1/4 c. cup packed basil leaves, thinly sliced 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400° and lightly coat a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup butter1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1 cup water1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt and cayenne; add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat....

Ingredients 7 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples2 tablespoons lemon juice2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/3 cup whole milk2 large egg yolks, beaten1 teaspoon grated lemon zestPastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1 tablespoon butterMERINGUE:3 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar6 tablespoons sugar Preparation In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. In a small bowl, whisk sugar, flour, milk, egg yolks and lemon zest until smooth. Pour over apples and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups applesauce4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup chopped walnuts, optionalCinnamon sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in applesauce. Combine flour, baking soda and spices; stir into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 6 medium zucchini2 cups dry bread crumbs2 eggs, lightly beaten1 large tomato, diced1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chicken broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 3/8-in. shell. Reserve pulp. Cook shells in salted water for 2 minutes. Remove and drain. Set aside. Chop zucchini pulp. Transfer to a large bowl; add the bread crumbs, eggs, tomato, Parmesan cheese, parsley and garlic....

Ingredients 2 cups frozen French-style green beans2 teaspoons butter1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoningSalt to taste, optional Preparation Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until beans are tender.

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon peppermint extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line an 11x7-in. baking pan with foil. Grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, milk and remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Microwave on high 1 minute; stir. Microwave on high, stirring every 30 seconds until chips are just melted, 1-2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 4 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese1 cup shredded carrots1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 pound thinly sliced cooked roast beefLeaf lettuce Preparation Spread 1 side of each tortilla with cream cheese; layer with the carrots, Monterey Jack cheese, beef and lettuce. Roll up tightly and cover. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Cut in half or into 1-in. slices.

Ingredients 6 sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)Butter-flavored cooking spray2-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided1/3 cup vanilla yogurt1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon orange juice1/2 cup halved fresh strawberries1/2 cup fresh raspberries1/2 cup fresh blueberriesFresh mint leaves, optional Preparation Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; spritz with butter-flavored spray. Top with a another sheet of phyllo; spritz with spray. Cut into six squares. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with plastic wrap to avoid drying out....

Ingredients 2 very ripe (blackened) plantains, halved lengthwise, peeled, then thinly sliced ¾"-thick on a bias 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, toss plantains with oil. In an air-fryer basket, arrange plantains in a single layer. Cook at 370°, tossing halfway through, until golden and very tender, 12 to 14 minutes; season with salt. Plantains don’t need long in the air fryer to transform from the just slightly sweet to deeply caramelized and nearly pudding-like, just 12 to 14 minutes will do....

Ingredients 36 plastic shot glasses 3 oz. box cherry Jell-O 4 envelopes Knox plain gelatin, divided 3 c. Cold vodka 1 c. milk 1/4 c. granulated sugar 3 1/2 tbsp. grape Jell-O powder 3 1/2 tbsp. lime Jell-O powder Black food coloring Preparation Step 1Before starting, line up all of your shot glasses on one or two cookie sheets that will fit nicely in your fridge. Step 2For red layer: In a medium saucepan, mix together 1 cup water with box of cherry Jell-O and sprinkle 1 envelope of gelatin on top....

Ingredients 1 lb. ground beef 2 tbsp. yellow mustard 2 tbsp. ketchup 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce Worchestershire sauce Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 12 egg roll wrappers 12 slices American cheese 1/2 c. chopped dill pickles 3 tbsp. white sesame seeds 1/2 c. mayonnaise 2 tbsp. yellow mustard 1 tbsp. ketchup 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 tsp. paprika Preparation Step 1In a medium skillet over medium heat, combine ground beef with mustard, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce....