Ingredients 1 box chocolate cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box 3 (16-oz.) tubs vanilla buttercream frosting Yellow food coloring Orange food coloring 1 package big marshmallows 4 tubes yellow gel frosting 1 box strawberry fruit snacks (such as Welch’s) 1 package rainbow belts (such as Airheads Xtreme Sour Belts) Preparation Step 1Make the cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350°. Line 2 muffin tins with cupcake liners. Prepare cupcakes according to package’s instructions and divide between liners, filling only halfway....

Ingredients 2 (15-oz.) cans black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (3.5-oz.) package shiitake mushrooms, roughly chopped 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. old-fashioned oats 1/2 avocado, chopped 1/4 c. loosely packed cilantro or parsley leaves 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tsp. smoked paprika 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. ground cumin Vegetable oil, for cooking Toasted hamburger buns...

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup slivered almonds1 tablespoon butter2 cups chicken broth2 cups uncooked instant rice Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and almonds in butter until onion is tender and almonds are lightly browned. Add broth; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5-8 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon water1 large red apple, finely chopped2 celery ribs, finely chopped3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese3 tablespoons mayonnaise4 heads Belgian endive, separated into leaves1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine lemon juice and water; add apple and toss to coat. Drain and pat dry. Combine the apple, celery, blue cheese and mayonnaise; spoon 1 tablespoonful onto each endive leaf. Sprinkle with hazelnuts.

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup 2% milk3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar2 tablespoons butterTOPPING:1 tablespoon butter2 large apples, sliced1/2 cup honey2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1 teaspoon cornstarch2 teaspoons cold water Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk together first 4 ingredients until smooth. Place butter in a 10-in. ovenproof skillet; heat in oven until melted, 2-3 minutes. Tilt pan to coat bottom and sides....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh spinach, torn1 medium apple, chopped2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 red onion slices, separated into rings2 tablespoons chopped nutsDRESSING:2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepperDash hot pepper sauce Preparation In a salad bowl, toss the spinach, apple, bacon, onion and nuts. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well....

Ingredients 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups water1 cup beef broth1/4 cup sherry or additional beef broth1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce6 green onions, chopped3 tablespoons brown sugar2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons sesame oil1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups julienned carrots1 cup sliced bok choy1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain riceChive blossoms, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, brown meat in oil on all sides; drain....

Ingredients 1 avocado 4 slices of bread 4 tbsp. butter, divided 4 eggs kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 tbsp. Chopped chives Preparation Step 1Cut avocado in half and scoop out flesh as one big piece. Lay the avocado half on its side (the hole should be on its side) and cut in 3-4 large pieces, keeping the shape of the hole in each slice....

Ingredients 1 large egg1 cup seasoned bread crumbs4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 jar (26 ounces) garden-style pasta sauce1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseHot cooked pasta, optional Preparation In a shallow bowl, beat the egg. Place the bread crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg, then coat with crumbs. Place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-22 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170° Pour pasta sauce over chicken....

Ingredients 4 slices bread2 slices fully cooked ham2 slices cheddar cheese2 eggs1-1/4 cups milk1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakesFresh asparagus tips, cookedShredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation Place two slices of bread in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish or two individual baking dishes. Top each with a slice of ham and cheese; top with remaining bread. In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk, mustard and parsley....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil3 celery ribs with leaves, cut into 2-inch pieces2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium onion, cut into wedges3 medium turnips, peeled and quartered1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dry red wine or beef broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1/2 cup balsamic vinegar1 small bunch fresh thyme sprigs4 fresh sage leaves2 bay leaves1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup cold water...

Ingredients 1 small summer squash, trimmed and sliced into 1/4"-thick rounds 1 small zucchini, trimmed and sliced into 1/4"-thick rounds 1 small red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and cut into 1" pieces 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for serving Chopped fresh parsley, for serving Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, toss squash, zucchini, bell pepper, oil, rosemary, salt, and black pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. brussels sprouts, thinly sliced 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish 1 tsp. garlic powder Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Caesar dressing, for dipping Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, toss brussels sprouts with oil, Parmesan, and garlic powder and season with salt and pepper. Spread in an even layer on a medium baking sheet. Step 2Bake 10 minutes, toss, and bake 8 to 10 minutes more, until crisp and golden....

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 1/4 c. shredded cheddar 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/4 c. Cholula® Original Hot Sauce 1/4 c. thinly sliced green onions, plus more for sprinkling 1 tbsp. honey 2 c. shredded cooked chicken Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 (16.3-oz.) tube refrigerated biscuit dough 1 tbsp. butter, melted Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9"-x-5" loaf pan. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of the cheddar with the cream cheese, Cholula Original, green onions, and honey and stir to combine....

Ingredients 12 oz. lump crab meat 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 tbsp. lime juice 1 tbsp. sriracha, plus more for drizzling kosher salt 10 Eggroll wrappers Vegetable oil, for frying 1 avocado, sliced 2 green onions, sliced Sesame seeds, for garnish Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, combine crab, mayonnaise, lime juice, and sriracha. Season with salt and stir to combine. Step 2Cut eggroll wrappers into wedges. In a large skillet, heat about ½” oil until shimmering....

Ingredients 1 (16-oz.) container ricotta 1/2 c. mascarpone cheese 1/2 c. powdered sugar, divided 3/4 c. heavy cream 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. orange zest 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. mini chocolate chips, for garnish 2 c. all-purpose flour, plus more for surface 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 4 tbsp. cold butter, cut into cubes 6 tbsp. white wine 1 large egg...

Ingredients 5 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped4 ounces milk chocolate, chopped1/3 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons Amaretto1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa Preparation Place chocolates in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolates; whisk until smooth. Stir in Amaretto and vanilla. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Cover and refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours or until easy to handle. In a small bowl, combine sugar and cocoa....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 eggs1/4 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 can (12 ounces) apricot fillingTOPPING:1/3 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Cocoa Krispies, coarsely crushed3 small scoops chocolate ice cream1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon seedless strawberry jam, divided1/4 teaspoon hot fudge ice cream topping1 loaf (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed1/3 cup marshmallow creme2 teaspoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1 tablespoon unsalted sunflower kernels Preparation Place cereal in a shallow bowl. Roll ice cream scoops in cereal to coat. Cover and freeze for 1 hour or until firm. Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl combine 1/2 cup jam and ice cream topping....

Ingredients 5 c. chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. minced shallots 1 1/2 c. arborio rice (10 1/2 ounces) 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese (2 ounces) kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. finely chopped parsley 4 large eggs 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. Fine dry bread crumbs 1 1/2 oz. mozzarella 18 fresh or frozen peas vegetable oil Preparation Step 1Bring the chicken stock to a simmer in a medium saucepan; keep warm....