Ingredients 6 cups chopped cabbage, cut into 1-inch pieces3 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided4 medium carrots, julienned1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 3/4-inch pieces2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce4 teaspoons cornstarchHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry cabbage in 1 teaspoon oil for 1-2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add carrots; stir-fry 3-4 minutes longer or until carrots are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 unbaked pastry shell (10 inches)10 fresh asparagus spears4 large eggs3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground mustard2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1 medium tomato, cut into 6 slices Preparation Line unpricked pie shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil; return to the oven for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven; reduce heat to 350°. Cut six asparagus spears 4 in....

Ingredients 1-3/4 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed3/4 cup mayonnaise3/4 cup sour cream4 green onions, thinly sliced1 celery rib, finely chopped2 tablespoons minced chives, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon sugar1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese1 cup bacon bits, divided2 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 12 hard-boiled large eggs1/2 cup mayonnaise4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 tablespoons finely shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon honey mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Slice eggs in half lengthwise; remove yolks and set whites aside. In a small bowl, mash yolks. Stir in the mayonnaise, bacon, cheese, mustard and pepper. Stuff or pipe into egg whites. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 medium onions, finely chopped2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes8 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon kosher salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3/4 pound ground beef2/3 pound ground veal2/3 pound ground pork24 cubes cheddar cheese (1/2-inch each)8 cooked bacon strips, cut into thirds8 lettuce leaves8 submarine buns, split and toasted1 cup barbecue sauce, warmed...

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise2 green onions, sliced1 teaspoon paprika1 tablespoon lime juice1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce8 ounces fresh crabmeat40 wonton wrappersChinese-style mustard Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise. Stir in green onions, paprika, lime juice, garlic powder and soy sauce. Fold in crab. Spoon 2 teaspoons filling in the center of a wonton wrapper....

Ingredients 8 medium apples, peeled and cubed1 medium ripe banana, thinly sliced1 cup raisins3/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup honey1/4 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 small lemon1 envelope instant apples and cinnamon oatmeal1/2 cup boiling water Dried banana chips, optional Preparation Place the apples, banana and raisins in a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, brown sugar, honey, butter and pie spice; pour over apple mixture....

Ingredients 1/4 cup dried lentils, sorted1/4 cup dried green split peas, sorted1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice2 tablespoons medium pearl barley4 teaspoons beef or chicken bouillon granules2 tablespoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1/2 cup uncooked small pasta shellsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1/2 pound ground beef8 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained Preparation In a 1-pint jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, layer the first nine ingredients in the order listed....

Ingredients 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained 4 oz. baby bella mushrooms, trimmed and finely chopped (about 2 c.) 1/2 small yellow onion, finely chopped 1/2 c. panko bread crumbs 2 tbsp. white miso 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika 3 tbsp. tahini, divided 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided Olive oil cooking spray 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill 2 tbsp. (or more) water 2 tbsp. white wine vinegar Sliced cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, for serving Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, mash beans, mushrooms, onion, panko, miso, garlic powder, paprika, 1 tablespoon tahini, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until combined and mixture clumps together....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. (1 stick) Unsalted butter 1 c. granulated sugar 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk 1/4 c. sour cream 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325°. Spray the insides of four half-pint mason jars with cooking spray. Step 2In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt....

Ingredients 1/4 c. packed brown sugar 2 1/2 tbsp. kosher salt 2 tbsp. chili powder 1 tbsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. cumin 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 tsp. dried oregano 2 tsp. smoked paprika 1 tsp. cayenne 1 tsp. cinnamon Preparation Step 1Combine spices in a small bowl. Rub desired amount on both sides of brisket, about 1 tablespoon per pound Want the rub to be a bit spicier?...

Ingredients 1 package plain couscous 4 cod fillets (6- to 8-oz. each) kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling 5 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 clove garlic, grated 1/2 c. thinly sliced basil, plus extra sprigs for garnish 2 tbsp. chicken stock Preparation Step 1Cook couscous according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.Step 2Preheat oven to 450°. Line sheet pan with parchment paper and add cod fillets....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. shortening, cut into chunks 1 1/2 tsp. white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar) 6 tbsp. ice water (or as much as needed) 1 1/4 c. Dark brown sugar, packed 1/2 c. water 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 2 c. whole milk 1 c. heavy whipping cream 5 tbsp. cornstarch 3 large egg yolks 6 tbsp. butter, room temperature and cut into cubes...

Ingredients 2 cups self-rising flour1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour and cream. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; knead for 5 minutes or until no longer sticky. Roll dough to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut into 2-1/2-in. biscuits. Place in a large ungreased cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Bake at 450° until golden brown, 8-10 minutes.

Ingredients 1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)3 teaspoons instant coffee granules, divided3/4 cup butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup water2 miniature peanut butter cups1 ounce white baking chocolateBlack or brown paste food coloring1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips15- x10-inch board or piece of corrugated cardboardBue gift wrap to cover boardLace fabric or place mat (we used a purchased crocheted lace place mat)Graph paperPastry tips—#5 round and #16 star...

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour6 tablespoons sugar1/8 teaspoon salt4 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1 tablespoon sour creamFILLING:1-1/4 cups chopped dried apricots1/2 cup sugar5 tablespoons orange juiceGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons water Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in cream cheese and butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add sour cream, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients 1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups sour cream1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup butter, melted, divided2 cups cornflakes, lightly crushed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the hash browns, cheese, onion, salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine the sour cream, soup and 1/4 cup butter. Pour over potato mixture and mix gently to combine....

Ingredients 8 slice bacon c. mayonnaise 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. red wine vinegar 2 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce 1 clove garlic 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1 3/4 lb. ground chuck 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 lb. Comté or Gruyère cheese 4 hamburger rolls 4 iceberg lettuce leaves 1 avocado 1 tomato 1/2 small red onion Pickle slices (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat a grill to medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/2 cup honey4-1/2 teaspoons canola oil, divided1/2 teaspoon lemon juice4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDash paprika2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese8 bacon strips, partially cooked2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mustard, honey, 1-1/2 teaspoons oil and lemon juice. Pour 1/2 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken....

Ingredients 3 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon1/2 cup Cotija cheese Preparation In a bowl, mash avocados until almost smooth. Stir in lime juice and ½ teaspoon salt. Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Adjust seasoning with additional lime juice and salt if desired. Top with bacon and Cotija cheese.