Ingredients 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed1 tablespoon butter2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/4 cup cream cheese1/4 cup ricotta cheese1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperBagel chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place spinach in a colander over a bowl; squeeze dry, reserving 1 cup spinach liquid. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 medium onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 jar (28 ounces) reduced-sodium meatless spaghetti sauce1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste3/4 cup water2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided1 package (16 ounces) ziti or 16 ounces small tube pasta1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 cup egg substitute1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper...

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup dried cranberries3 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon Dijon mustardDash salt and pepper3 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted3 tablespoons chopped cooked bacon or bacon bits Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 c. ketchup 1/4 c. bourbon 3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1/3 c. packed dark brown sugar 3/4 tsp. smoked paprika 1/2 tsp. onion powder 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. ground mustard 2 (8 oz.) packages tempeh, cut crosswise into thirds, each third sliced lengthwise Canola oil, for grill 4 vegan hamburger buns, split 3 tbsp. vegan butter 1/2 c. vegan mayo 4 tsp. apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cups cooked brown rice2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream2 green onions, chopped Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, green pepper and onion; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (2-1/2 to 3 pounds)2 teaspoons liquid smoke, optional1 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 large onion, sliced1 can (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Cut brisket in half; rub with liquid smoke, if desired, and celery salt, pepper and salt. Place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with onion. Combine beer and Worcestershire sauce; pour over meat....

Ingredients 1 c. unsalted butter 2 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. cake flour (not self-rising) 1 tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 2 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3 large eggs 1 large egg white 1 c. whole milk 1 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar 1 c. fresh blueberries 1 c. fresh raspberries Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter two 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pans....

Ingredients 3 Granny Smith apples 3 pink lady apples 1 tbsp. warm water 2 tsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. butter Juice from 1/2 a lemon 1 tsp. cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling 1/3 c. granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling 1 refrigerated pie crust 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp. milk (egg wash) Caramel, for drizzling Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375°. Peel and dice one green and one red apple....

Ingredients 1 lb. broccoli rabe, ends trimmed Kosher salt 1 tsp. lemon zest Freshly ground black pepper Crushed red pepper flakes 1 lb. ground pork 1 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground fennel seeds 2 garlic cloves, grated 2 tsp. brown sugar 2 tsp. red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking dish 4 tbsp. butter...

Ingredients 20 Oreos, crushed 3 tbsp. butter, melted 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, softened to room temperature 1 2/3 c. creamy peanut butter 1 1/4 c. powdered sugar 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 c. chocolate chips 3/4 c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine Oreos with melted butter. Stir until crumbs are uniformly moistened and press into pie dish.Step 2In a large bowl, combine butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla....

Ingredients 2 tsp. rice wine vinegar 1 c. cooked frozen rice 8 oz. jumbo lump crab meat 4 tsp. mayonnaise 1 tsp. sriracha (optional) kosher salt 1 avocado, lightly mashed Juice of 1/2 lime 1 small cucumber, diced 1 tsp. freshly chopped chives 2 tsp. Toasted sesame seeds Soy sauce, for serving Preparation Step 1Stir rice wine vinegar into rice and fluff with a fork. Let cool to room temperature if the rice is still warm....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 package (7 ounces) almond pasteVANILLA ICING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar4-1/2 teaspoons 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractCHOCOLATE ICING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled3 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractAssorted sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in milk and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 tsp. vegetable oil 2 tbsp. water 3/4 c. sugar 1/2 c. sliced blanched almonds 1 pt. vanilla frozen yogurt or ice cream 4 tsp. amaretto (optional) Preparation Step 1Oil a 9-by-13-inch baking sheet, and set aside. Combine sugar and 2 tablespoons water in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Cook over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Cover pan, and bring to a boil. Leave cover on until condensation washes down insides of pan....

Ingredients 3 lb. apple, such as Golden Delicious, Gala, Winesap, or Mutsu 1/2 c. maple syrup c. cranberries 1 tbsp. arrowroot powder or cornstarch 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 1/2 c. unbleached flour 3/4 c. sliced almonds 1/2 c. natural brown sugar 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 pinch salt 8 tbsp. melted unsalted butter or vegetable oil Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 cup applesauceApproximately 3/4 cup ground cinnamon2 tablespoons ground cloves1 tablespoon ground nutmeg1 tablespoon ground allspiceGreen or red heavy threadStraw or wooden skewer Preparation In a large bowl, combine the applesauce and spices; mix well until a stiff dough forms, adding additional cinnamon if needed. On a board dusted with additional cinnamon, roll out each portion of dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into shapes using 1-1/2-in. cookie cutters dipped in cinnamon....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, cold1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1/4 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves, chopped1/4 cup olive oil, preferably extra virginToasted bread Preparation In a saucepan, bring to a boil enough water to cover eggs by an inch. Gently lower in eggs and reduce heat to a simmer....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cups cooked and crumbled ground beef1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 medium green pepper3 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon baking cocoa1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, optionalSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes4 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt6 bacon strips, chopped1/2 pound sliced baby portobello (cremini) mushrooms4 ounces Brie cheese, slicedChopped fresh chives, optional Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes. Rub potato skins with oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake at 400° for 50-60 minutes or until tender. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings....

Ingredients 2 c. NILLA Wafers 1/2 c. butter, melted 2 c. flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/3 c. sugar 2/3 c. brown sugar 1 c. butter, softened 1 package banana pudding mix (3.4-oz.) 2 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. white chocolate chips Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°, and grease the bottom and sides of a 9"-x-13" pan with butter.Step 2Make crust: Place Nilla wafers in a resealable plastic bag and use a rolling pin to crush cookies into a fine crumble....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon orange juice1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 large firm bananas, sliced2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted1/2 teaspoon rum extract3 cups reduced-fat vanilla ice cream Preparation In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in brown sugar, orange juice, cinnamon and nutmeg until blended. Add bananas and pecans; cook until bananas are glazed and slightly softened, 2-3 minutes, stirring gently....