Ingredients 5 cups sugar3 cups all-purpose flour1 can (8 ounces) baking cocoa1 teaspoon saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch of brownies):1/2 cup butter, melted2 eggs, lightly beaten1 tablespoon water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractFOR CARAMEL-NUT BROWNIES:1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted, dividedFOR CHERRY BROWNIES:1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries1/2 cup waterFrosting of your choice, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa and salt. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months....

Ingredients 4 apples, cored and sliced 1 tsp. ground cinnamon Juice of 1/2 lemon 2 tbsp. water 1/4 c. plus 2 tbsp. granulated sugar, divided 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. lightly packed brown sugar 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, cold, cut into cubes 1 c. old fashioned oats Vanilla ice cream, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375°. In a large ovenproof skillet, toss apples with 2 tablespoons sugar, lemon juice, water, and cinnamon....

Ingredients 1/2 c. or 1 stick unsalted butter, softened 1 c. white sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature 3 large very ripe bananas 1/4 c. milk 4 bags Lipton Daring English Breakfast Tea 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a loaf pan, and line with parchment to overhang on the long sides by 2 to 3 inches....

Ingredients 1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained2 cups miniature marshmallows1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional Preparation Set aside 1 cup whipped topping. Place the remaining topping in a large bowl; sprinkle with gelatin and stir until combined. Fold in the pineapple, oranges, marshmallows and pecans, if desired. Garnish with reserved topping and if desired, extra pecans....

Ingredients 1 recipe basic pie dough 3 lb. assorted sweet-tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) cored, peeled, and sliced ½” thick 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1/4 c. plus 2 tsp. all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg (optional) 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/3 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. packed brown sugar 1/3 c....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh arugula or spinach1 cup fresh basil leaves1/4 cup pine nuts1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons sea salt, divided 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided4 medium zucchini1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded2 plum tomatoes, chopped1/4 teaspoon pepperGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Pulse arugula, basil, pine nuts, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor until chopped. While processing, gradually add 1/4 cup oil in a steady stream until mixture is smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips1 tablespoon olive oil2 celery ribs, sliced1 small onion, cut into thin wedges2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 garlic clove, minced2 to 3 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice2 teaspoons soy sauce Preparation In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil for 2 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry celery and onion for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed in refrigerator overnight All-purpose flour, for rolling out pastry 1 egg, beaten with 1 tbsp. heavy cream 1 c. freshly grated Parmesan 1 c. freshly grated fontina 2 tbsp. freshly chopped chives 2 large eggs 1 tbsp. heavy cream 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling 1 lb. asparagus, washed and trimmed Maldon sea salt, for finishing Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400° and line half sheet pan with parchment paper....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 green onion, finely chopped10 asparagus spears, trimmed3 tablespoons crushed butter-flavored crackersHOLLANDAISE SAUCE:1/4 cup butter, cubed2 egg yolks2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon water1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread with mustard; sprinkle with onion. Place asparagus spears down the center of chicken; fold over and secure with toothpicks if necessary. Place seam side down in an ungreased 8-in....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips, diced1 small head cabbage, chopped1 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Stir-fry cabbage in drippings until tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic powder, salt, mustard and bacon; cook and stir until heated through.

Ingredients 3 pounds ground beef4 cans (15-3/4 ounces each) pork and beans2 cups ketchup1 cup water2 envelopes onion soup mix1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup ground mustard1/4 cup molasses1 tablespoon white vinegar1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground clovesSliced green onions, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients; heat through. Transfer to 2 greased 2-qt....

Ingredients 2 medium ripe pears, peeled and halved4 teaspoons butter1 teaspoon lemon juice2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 teaspoons orange marmalade Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place pear halves, cut side up, in a shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Place 1 tsp. butter in the center of each; drizzle with lemon juice. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over pears. Top with marmalade. Bake, covered, until heated through, 15-20 minutes.

Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter, cubed1 cup packed brown sugar, divided1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas3 tablespoons dark rum1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup ground flaxseed3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 eggs1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurtGLAZE:1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon dark rum Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in 1/2 cup brown sugar and bananas. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until slightly thickened....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, mincedDash salt and white pepper8 uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined Preparation In a small bowl, combine basil, oil, butter, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour 3 tablespoons into a small shallow dish; add shrimp and turn to coat. Let stand at room temperature 15-20 minutes. Set remaining marinade aside....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix1 pound ground beef1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 large egg2 tablespoons water Preparation Prepare roll mix according to package directions for pizza crust; let rise. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup, mushrooms, onion and Worcestershire sauce....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup milk1/4 cup butter, melted1 large egg1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extractWarm milkFresh fruit and/or brown sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine the first eight ingredients; mix well. Spread evenly in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 25-30 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Immediately spoon into bowls; add milk. Top with fruit and/or brown sugar if desired....

Ingredients 1 jar (24 ounces) pepperoncini, drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 cups halved fresh mushrooms2 cups halved cherry tomatoes1/2 pound provolone cheese, cubed1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian vinaigrette dressingLettuce leaves Preparation In a large bowl, combine pepperoncini, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, cheese, olives and pepperoni. Pour vinaigrette over mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil2/3 cup chunky applesauce2/3 cup spicy barbecue sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon chili powder Preparation Sprinkle chicken with pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil on both sides. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over chicken. Cover and cook until a thermometer reads 165°, 7-10 minutes.

Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter2 jars (6 ounces each) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained1/2 cup chopped onion1/3 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups chicken broth or 1 cup broth and 1 cup dry white wine Hot cooked pasta, optionalMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter. Remove chicken to an ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 qt. chicken broth 1/2 c. orzo (or long-grain rice) 2 large eggs 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp. grated lemon zest Sea salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste 2 tbsp. chopped dill or parsley Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes, or until orzo is al dente. (If using rice, add another cup of chicken broth....