Ingredients 16 ounces dried apples, chopped5 cups water1 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons apple pie spice1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract6 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup buttermilkConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Place apples and water in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until apples are softened, stirring occasionally. Mash into a chunky sauce....

Ingredients 5 celery ribs, thinly sliced2 medium onions, chopped3 teaspoons rubbed sage2 teaspoons dried thyme1 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound bulk Italian sausage16 cups cubed day-old bread5 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts Preparation In a large skillet, saute the celery, onions, sage and thyme in butter until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons sugar2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 teaspoons garlic salt1 teaspoon Italian seasoning3-3/4 to 4-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup water4 tablespoons butter, divided 1 large egg3/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese, divided Preparation In a large bowl, mix sugar, yeast, garlic salt, Italian seasoning and 2 cups flour. In a small saucepan, heat milk, water and 2 tablespoons butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed 2 minutes....

Ingredients 5 large egg yolks2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1-3/4 cups whole milk1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons dark rum or 1/2 teaspoon rum extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 medium bananas1 teaspoon lemon juiceOptional: Sliced bananas and hot caramel ice cream topping Preparation In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon for 4 minutes; set aside. In a small heavy saucepan, heat milk and cream until bubbles form around sides of pan....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour, plus more for surface 1 tbsp. light brown sugar 1 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. pumpkin spice 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 4 tbsp. cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes, plus 1 tbsp. melted for brushing 1/4 c. canned pure pumpkin puree 2 tbsp. buttermilk Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin spice, and salt. Using a fork or 2 table knives, work cubed butter into flour mixture until it resembles a coarse meal....

Ingredients 4 slices bacon, chopped into 1" pieces 2 ears of corn, kernels removed 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 3/4 c. heavy cream 3/4 c. chicken stock 1/2 c. finely grated parmesan (plus more for serving) 1/4 c. Thinly sliced basil 3/4 lb. spaghetti, cooked kosher salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté bacon lardons until crispy. Remove bacon from skillet and drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. (1 stick) cold butter, cut into cubes 1 c. blueberries 1 tsp. lemon zest 2/3 c. buttermilk 1 large egg, beaten 1/2 tsp. almond extract 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 tbsp. melted butter, for brushing 1 tbsp. coarse sugar, for sprinkling 1/2 c. powdered sugar Zest of 1 lemon...

Ingredients 1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce 1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. lightly packed brown sugar 1/4 c. bourbon 2 tbsp. whole-grain mustard 2 tsp. cajun seasoning 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves 2 lb. tri-tip steak (or a very thick cut of sirloin) 2 tbsp. butter, cut into tabs Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish (optional) Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, bourbon, mustard, Cajun seasoning, garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes....

Ingredients 3 c. sliced peaches (if using frozen peaches, thaw and drain first) 2 c. raspberries 1 c. blackberries 3/4 c. granulated sugar 3 tbsp. cornstarch Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Pinch kosher salt 1 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. granulated sugar, plus more for topping 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, cold, cut into 1/2" pieces...

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon olive oil4-1/2 cups water, divided1 large onion, halved and sliced2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1 bay leaf4 medium potatoes, cubed6 medium carrots, sliced Preparation Place 1/2 cup flour, seasoned salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large resealable plastic bag....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup sugar1 cup canola oil3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped almonds1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar and oil. Combine flour, almonds, baking powder and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture until well combined. Chill until firm. Divide dough into three pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-in. x 2-in. rectangle; place on a greased baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 cup golden raisins3/4 cup boiling water2 pounds peaches, peeled and chopped4 teaspoons grated orange zest1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons lemon juice3 cups sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans3 tablespoons amaretto Preparation Place raisins in a small bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand 5 minutes. Place raisins with liquid in a large saucepan. Add peaches and orange zest. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 minutes or until peaches are tender....

Ingredients 6 medium sweet potatoes (about 8 ounces each)1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1 medium apple, chopped1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 45-60 minutes or until tender. When cool enough to handle, cut off a thin slice from the top of each potato; discard. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided1 teaspoon sugar3 large eggs, room temperature, beaten1 cup applesauce1/2 cup honey1/2 cup canola oil2 teaspoons salt8 to 9 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups diced peeled apples1-1/2 cups raisins2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons cornmealGLAZE:1 large egg, beatenSugar Preparation In a small bowl, combine yeast, 1/2 cup water and sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, combine eggs, applesauce, honey, oil, salt and remaining water; mix well....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup granola without raisins2/3 cup sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 large eggs, room temperature2/3 cup unsweetened apple juice1/4 cup canola oil1-1/2 cups grated peeled apples Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, apple juice and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apples. Fill 12 greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup unsweetened applesauce1/2 cup fat-free milk3 tablespoons canola oil1 egg whiteTOPPING:1/4 cup quick-cooking oats1 tablespoon brown sugar1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine the applesauce, milk, oil and egg white. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided1 egg white3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 cup sherry or chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons sugar3 tablespoons unsalted cashews2 green onions, chopped1 cup hot cooked rice Preparation Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 3/4 cup water6 tablespoons butter3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt3 large eggs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, dividedFILLING:1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces1/4 cup diced onion2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups milk1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 cups diced fully cooked ham Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour and salt all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, chopped1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce3 tablespoons chili powder1 ounce semisweet chocolate1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup dried lentils, rinsed2 cups water Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook ground beef and onion over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; crumble meat. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)3/4 cup water2/3 cup condensed tomato soup, undiluted2 tablespoons taco seasoning3/4 cup uncooked instant riceOptional toppings: shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa and sour creamTortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, soup and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes or until rice is tender....