Ingredients 3 medium carrots, sliced1-1/2 cups chopped onions1 cup sliced celery1 tablespoon canola oil2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2 cans (15 ounces each) navy or great northern beans, rinsed and drained, divided2 cups fresh broccoli florets1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup fresh baby spinach, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the carrots, onions and celery in oil until tender....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch2 cups halved fresh strawberries1-1/2 cups fresh raspberries1 cup fresh blackberries1 cup fresh blueberries1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice....

Ingredients 1/2 c. plain or Greek yogurt 1 (1") piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped or grated 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated 2 tsp. garam masala 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. ground turmeric Kosher salt 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2" cubes 2 tbsp. neutral oil 2 tbsp. ghee or unsalted butter 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped Kosher salt...

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) refried beans1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 cup chunky salsa1 cup guacamole1 cup sour cream1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1 medium tomato, chopped4 green onions, slicedTortilla chips Preparation Combine beans and chilies and spread onto a 12-in. serving plate. Layer the salsa, guacamole and sour cream over beans, within 1 in. of edges for each layer. Sprinkle with olives, cheese, tomatoes and green onions....

Ingredients 3 c. frozen mixed berries 1/4 c. sugar 3 large eggs 1 1/2 c. milk 8 slice good-quality white bread 1/2 c. salted almond butter 1/4 c. roasted, salted, chopped almonds 1/4 c. seedless raspberry preserves 2 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, combine the frozen berries with the sugar and 1/2 cup of water and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderately low heat, stirring and crushing occasionally, until the berries and sauce are slightly thickened, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup chicken broth3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained8 cooked bacon strips, crumbled1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided3 tablespoons sherry or additional chicken broth1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions....

Ingredients CHOCOLATE FROSTING:1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup butter, cubed2-1/2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugarCAKE:4 egg whites1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups cake flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole milkCUSTARD:1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 cup whole milk1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/2 cup chopped almonds, toastedOPTIONAL DECORATIONS:Recipe for Christmas Lights Cookies or decorated cookies of your choiceGreen frosting...

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter, softened2 slices white bread1 small Macintosh apple, thinly sliced2 to 3 teaspoons cinnamon sugar Preparation Spread butter over bread slices; place 1 slice in a greased sandwich iron, buttered side down. Top with sliced apples, cinnamon sugar and remaining slice, buttered side up. Close iron. Cook over a hot campfire until golden brown, turning occasionally, 5-7 minutes.

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked linguine2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 cup water1/4 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon ground ginger1 pound boneless pork loin chops, cubed3 teaspoons sesame oil, divided2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium onion, halved and sliced Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. For sauce, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Whisk in the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder and ginger until blended; set aside....

Ingredients 2/3 cup slivered almonds1/4 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs3/4 teaspoon almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder2 cups mashed ripe bananas (3 to 4 medium)1 cup sour cream1 cup vanilla or white chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine almonds and brown sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients TURKEY BROTH:1 leftover turkey carcass (from a 12-14 pound turkey)8 cups water1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 celery rib with leaves1 small onion, halved1 medium carrot3 whole peppercorns1 garlic clove1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon dried thymeTURKEY VEGETABLE SOUP:8 cups turkey broth2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups sliced fresh carrots1-1/2 cups sliced celery1 cup sliced fresh green beans3/4 cup chopped onion4 cups diced cooked turkey Preparation Place all broth ingredients in a large stockpot; cover and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup each chopped sweet yellow and red pepper1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, saute the onion, peppers and garlic in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 (10-lb.) fully cooked whole ham (boneless or bone-in) 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1/4 c. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 c. apple cider Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325º. Place ham on a roasting rack set in a roasting pan and score diagonally. Cover with foil and bake until warmed throughout, 2 1/2 to 3 hours.Step 2During the last 45 minutes of cooking, make glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together brown sugar, mustard, apple cider vinegar, and apple cider....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract5 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CUTOUTS:Sprinkles, jimmies or colored sugar, optionalADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR PEPPERMINT BALLS:1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies1/4 teaspoon peppermint extractRed colored sugar, optionalADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR SPICY FRUIT BALLS:1/2 cup dried currants1/2 cup chopped mixed candied fruit1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonConfectioners’ sugar, optionalADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CHOCOLATE SLICES:1 ounce unsweetened chocolate1/2 cup chopped pecans...

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) spiral pasta1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots, thinly sliced3 cups coarsely chopped fresh broccoli2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken1/2 cup chopped green onions1/2 cup chopped celery1 cup sour cream3/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 teaspoon dried savory1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions, adding apricots during the last 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)3 eggs3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Place pie filling in a blender; cover and process until the apples are in 1/4-in. chunks. Pour into a large bowl; add cake mix and eggs. Beat on medium speed for 5 minutes. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with nuts and chocolate chips....

Ingredients 1 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons apple pie spice1/4 teaspoon salt3 large eggs1-2/3 cups 2% milk, divided1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 medium apples, peeled and finely choppedVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pie spice and salt. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, 1 cup milk and vanilla until blended. Add to oat mixture, stirring just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh spinach, torn2 cups chopped unpeeled tart apples3/4 cup bean sprouts1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries1/4 cup crumbled cooked baconDRESSING:3/4 cup vegetable oil1/3 cup white wine vinegar1 small onion, grated1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients. Just before serving, pour over salad and toss.

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (3/4 pound)Dash saltDash pepper1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple1/4 cup soft bread crumbs2 tablespoons chopped celery1 tablespoon chopped green onion1 tablespoon raisins1 tablespoon chopped walnutsDash ground nutmeg2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice, dividedSAUCE:2 teaspoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice Preparation Cut a lengthwise slit down center of tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom; open so meat lies flat. Cover with plastic wrap; flatten to 1/2-in....

Ingredients 30 spear asparagus 1 c. extra-virgin olive oil 6 large eggs 6 slice large crusty bread c. freshly squeezed Meyer lemon juice Sea salt and Pepper 12 whole anchovies 3/4 c. oil-cured black olives 1 tbsp. Fresh chervil 1 tbsp. fresh tarragon Grated zest of 2 lemons 6 oz. shaved dry Jack cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat grill. Blanch asparagus in a large pot of boiling water for 3 minutes, then place in an ice bath until cold....