Ingredients 2 lb. thick-cut bacon 2 tbsp. Burnt Finger BBQ Rub, or your choice 2 lb. bulk italian sausage 1 c. Burnt Finger BBQ Sauce or sweet Kansas City style barbecue sauce Smoker Hickory wood Gallon-sized ziplock bag Scissors Skillet Brush Preparation Step 1To kick off the construction of this pork medley, you’ll need to create a bacon basket weave using approximately 1 pound of raw bacon. The number of strips used in the weave will depend on the size and type of bacon you choose to use....

Ingredients 1 recipe Mac Daddy n’ Cheese 1 recipe Pizza Dough 3 grilled chicken breasts barbecue sauce Tomato sauce (optional) Shredded cheese (any variety, optional) Preparation Step 1Prepare Pizza Dough ahead of time to allow the dough to proof. You can also do a quickie version by using pita bread or flat bread for crust.Step 2Prepare Mac Daddy n’ Cheese. Though many make their Mac a little more crusty on top, opt instead here for a cheesier, less crusty version for the pizza....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained8 green onions, thinly sliced3 medium carrots, thinly sliced2 celery ribs, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups cooked rice Preparation In a skillet over medium heat, cook beef until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded cabbage2 tablespoons canola oil1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips2 large onions, thinly sliced and separated into rings3 celery ribs, sliced1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained1 can (8 ounces) bamboo shoots, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup beef broth1/2 cup soy sauceHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry cabbage in oil until cabbage begins to soften....

Ingredients 1/4 c. hoisin sauce 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce 1 1/2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 1 1/2 tbsp. garlic chili sauce 1 1/2 tbsp. packed brown sugar Juice of 1/2 lime 1/2 tsp. freshly grated ginger 1 lb. ground chicken 1/3 c. panko bread crumbs 1/4 c. finely chopped green onions 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. freshly grated ginger 1 egg, beaten 1 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil...

Ingredients 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, defrosted 2 lb. beef tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 1” cubes 1 tbsp. butter 6 oz. cremini mushrooms, minced 2 shallots, minced 1 tbsp. rosemary, chopped (plus whole sprigs for garnish) 1/4 c. Dijon mustard 1 Egg, lightly beaten kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins vegetable oil salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 c. apple cider 1/2 c. apple cider vinegar 1/4 c. maple syrup Preparation Step 1Arrange an oven rack in the upper third of oven. Heat oven to 500 degrees F.Step 2Pat pork tenderloins dry with paper towels, brush with oil, and season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup sour creamFILLING:1-1/4 cups butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar3 cups sliced almonds, toasted1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toastedGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 6 teaspoons 2% milk Preparation Place flour in a large bowl; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in sour cream. Wrap and refrigerate overnight. Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 cups warm fat-free milk (110° to 115°)1 teaspoon salt1 cup whole wheat flour3-1/2 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 jar (14-1/2 ounces) apricot spreadable fruit, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon cold fat-free milk Preparation In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in warm milk, salt, whole wheat flour and 3 cups all-purpose flour; beat until smooth....

Ingredients 6 medium apples (Granny Smith apples work well) 1/4 c. softened butter 1/2 c. quick oats 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 tbsp. flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 c. pecans 1/2 c. raisins Vanilla ice cream (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Have you ever cored an apple? You’ll need to core all six. Hold the apple on the cutting board, making sure you hold the sides of the apple, not the bottom....

Ingredients 4 large apples1/4 cup butter1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 cup cinnamon schnapps liqueur Preparation Core apples and peel top two-thirds of each. Place in an ungreased 8-in. baking dish. Fill each apple with 1 tablespoon butter and 2 tablespoons brown sugar. Pour liqueur over apples. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until apples are tender, basting occasionally.

Ingredients 1/2 pound cubed peeled potatoes2 tablespoons beaten egg1 tablespoon finely chopped onion2-1/2 teaspoons 2% milk2-1/2 teaspoons butter1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepperDash celery seed1 slice white bread, cubed and toasted Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until very tender; drain well. Transfer to a small bowl. Add the egg, onion, milk, butter, salt, pepper and celery seed; beat on low speed until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup butter, softened1 large egg, room temperature1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2)1-3/4 cups quick-cooking oats1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients; beat in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg, bananas and oats; mix well. Stir in chips and nuts....

Ingredients 1 cup ranch salad dressing1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips2 tablespoons olive oil5 whole pita breads, warmed1 medium tomato, chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 small onion, thinly sliced1 cup crumbled feta cheese2-1/2 cups shredded lettuce Preparation In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and cucumber; set aside. In a large skillet, cook beef in oil over medium heat until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 wide loaf of bread 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/3 c. sour cream 1/3 c. mayonnaise 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 10-oz. package frozen spinach, thawed and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 c. shredded mozzarella, divided 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan pinch of crushed red pepper flakes kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°.Step 2Slice off the top 1/2" of the bread and hollow out the inside of the bread to create a bowl....

Ingredients 1 c. quinoa 1 c. chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 2 oranges, plus 1 tbsp. zest Juice of 1 lemon 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1/2 c. dry white wine 2 tbsp. sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400°. In a medium pot, prepare quinoa according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 (35-oz.) wheel brie 1 1/2 lb. spaghetti 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 c. chopped parsley Pinch red pepper flakes 1/4 c. grated Parmesan, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Cut off the top rind of brie then place brie in a skillet about its same size. Bake until brie is bubbling and totally melted throughout, about 25 minutes. (The exact time will vary depending on how big your wheel of brie is, so start checking after about 15 minutes!...

Ingredients 5 cups cubed Italian bread5 cups cubed whole wheat bread1 tablespoon butter2 celery ribs, chopped1 large onion, chopped2 small apples, chopped1 cup chopped dried apricots1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup chicken broth1/3 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place bread cubes on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 18-20 minutes or until toasted. Cool on baking sheets. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 1 beef sirloin tip roast (3 pounds), cut in half1 cup water1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 large tart apple, quartered1 large onion, sliced2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water1/8 teaspoon browning sauce Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown roast on all sides. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add water to the skillet, stirring to loosen any browned bits; pour over roast....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped tart apples1/3 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts8 slices process American cheese8 slices sourdough bread4 slices fully cooked ham1/4 cup butter, softened Preparation Combine apples, mayonnaise and walnuts. Place a slice of cheese on four slices of bread. Layer each with 1/3 cup of the apple mixture, a slice of ham and another slice of cheese; cover with remaining bread. Butter the outsides of the sandwiches. Cook in a large skillet over medium heat on each side until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted....