Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 to 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam, plus additional if desiredGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 to 3 teaspoons water Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5 to 7 minutes. Beat in extract; gradually add flour until dough forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate until dough is easy to handle, about 1 hour....

Ingredients 1 lb. asparagus, stalks trimmed Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c. shredded mozzarella 2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar 1/4 c. honey Thinly sliced fresh basil, for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425°. On a large baking sheet, toss asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Push to one side of the baking sheet and sprinkle mozzarella on top....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. crushed gingersnaps 1/4 c. granulated sugar 4 tbsp. melted butter 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 4 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened 3/4 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. lightly packed brown sugar 3 large eggs 1/4 c. sour cream 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 3/4 c. apple cider 1/3 c. brown sugar 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tbsp. cold butter...

Ingredients Preparation Charcuterie board crackers. Cut the leftover scraps into bite-size pieces, throw them on a baking sheet, and bake until slightly puffed, about 10 minutes. Then throw them on a cheese boardwith brie and jam. Mini cinnamon rolls. If you have long strips of dough leftover, spread a cinnamon bun filling on them, roll them up, and bake. They will have a flakier texture, but since when was that a bad thing?...

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 12 oz. andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 tsp. red chili flakes 3 carrots, chopped 3 celery, chopped 8 oz. baby portobello mushrooms 30 oz. cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 48 oz. low-sodium chicken stock 5 c. chopped kale 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1/4 c. grated Parmesan, additional for garnish 1/4 c. fresh parsley, chopped Preparation Step 1In a large dutch oven heat olive oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 3 medium sweet peppers, julienned1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings1 medium apple, sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried basil Preparation Saute the peppers, onion and apple in oil in a large nonstick skillet until crisp-tender. Stir in the soy sauce, garlic, rosemary and basil. Cook and stir until heated through.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 cup chopped walnuts1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped3 tablespoons dried cranberries1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 pork tenderloin (1-1/2 pounds)1/3 cup apple butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground corianderSAUCE:1 cup red currant jelly1 shallot, finely chopped2 tablespoons cranberry juice2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon dried currants1 tablespoon cider vinegar Preparation In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts; cook and stir over medium heat until toasted, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-3/4 cups apple juice or cider Preparation In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, allspice and nutmeg; mix well. Add juice or cider. Cook and stir over medium heat until syrup is bubbly and slightly thickened.

Ingredients 1/3 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons water1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 cups torn romaine1 medium red apple, thinly sliced1 small sweet onion, sliced and separated into rings1/4 cup sunflower kernels or walnuts Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first nine ingredients; shake well. In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, apple, onion and sunflower kernel....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1/4 cup canola oil3 large eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-3/4 teaspoons apple pie spice1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3 medium apples, peeled and finely chopped 1 cup chopped walnuts, toastedGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon grated orange zest2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Coat a 10-in. fluted tube pan with cooking spray; dust with flour, tapping out extra....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter3 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1 can (14-3/4 ounces) pink salmon, drained, boned and flaked1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches) Preparation Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain well. Reserve six spears for garnish; cut remaining spears into bite-size pieces. Set aside. In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 1/2 c. light-brown sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 c. sifted confectioners’ sugar 1 c. Pecan halves Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.Step 2In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and 1 1/2 cups light-brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds pork baby back ribs, cut into serving-size pieces1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons sugar3/4 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the ribs in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Rub with garlic powder. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain ribs; pour half of the sauce over ribs....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper8 ounces ziti, cooked and drained2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Place ziti in an ungreased 11x7-in....

Ingredients Butter-flavored cooking spray1 package (16 ounces, 14x9-inch sheet size) frozen phyllo dough, thawed2 cups finely chopped walnuts, toastedSYRUP:3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup water1/3 cup honey3/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Coat a 13x9-in. baking pan with cooking spray. Unroll phyllo dough; trim to fit into pan. Layer two sheets of phyllo dough in prepared pan, spritz with cooking spray. Repeat three times. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 cup chopped onion6 cups water1 cup cubed peeled potatoes1 cup chopped tomatoes1 cup shredded cabbage1 cup chopped carrots1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon pepper5 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain. Add next 11 ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/2 c. plus 2 tbsp. granulated sugar, divided 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened to room temperature, or lard 1 1/2 tsp. anise seeds, crushed 1 large egg 3 c. all-purpose flour, plus more for surface 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 c. brandy or sweet white wine Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flourColored sugar or finely chopped almonds Preparation Cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extracts. Gradually beat in flour. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°. Using a cookie press fitted with a disk of your choice, press dough 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1/4 cup chopped raisins, optionalASSEMBLY:3 cups vanilla ice cream1 bottle (7-1/4 ounces) chocolate hard-shell ice cream toppingOptional: Sprinkles, chopped nuts and miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 cup dark corn syrup1 tablespoon white vinegar1 tablespoon baking soda1 pound milk chocolate candy coating, melted Preparation Butter a 13x-9-in. metal baking pan; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, just until sugar dissolves. Cook without stirring until the temperature reaches 300° (hard-crack stage) on a candy thermometer. Do not overcook. Remove from the heat and quickly stir in baking soda....