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Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1/4 cup olive oil, divided3 medium apples, sliced1-1/2 cups unsweetened apple juice6 medium onions, sliced (about 5 cups)3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1-1/2 cups frozen pitted dark sweet cherries1/2 cup cherry juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle roast with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In an ovenproof Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; brown roast on all sides....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium onion, chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter3 large eggs1-1/3 cups heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons minced fresh basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Unroll pastry into a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate; flute edges. Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and finely chopped1 cup finely chopped fennel bulb1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, finely chopped2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons diced jalapeno pepper1 green onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce2 plum tomatoes, choppped30 endive leavesChopped fennel fronds...

Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (6 to 8 pounds)Whole cloves1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple1/2 cup packed brown sugar12 maraschino cherries Preparation Place ham in a roasting pan. Score the surface with shallow diagonal cuts, making diamond shapes; insert cloves into diamonds. Cover and bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Combine brown sugar and reserved pineapple juice; pour over ham. Arrange pineapple slices and cherries on ham....

Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette1/4 cup barbecue sauce1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes2 cups cherry tomatoes Preparation In a large bowl, whisk vinaigrette, barbecue sauce and mustard until blended. Reserve 1/4 cup mixture for basting. Add beef to remaining mixture; toss to coat. Alternately thread beef and tomatoes on 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Lightly grease grill rack. Grill skewers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar1 egg plus 1 egg white1 cup buttermilk1 cup mashed ripe bananas1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped walnutsFILLING:1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flourPinch salt3/4 cup milk1 egg yolk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped walnutsConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and egg white....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon sugar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 pound beef tenderloin, cut into thin strips1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups assorted fresh vegetables1/3 cup beef brothChow mein noodles or hot cooked rice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Add beef; toss to coat. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm. Reduce heat to medium. Add vegetables and broth; stir-fry for 4 minutes....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, melted 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/4 c. packed brown sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3 bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups) 1/2 c. Greek yogurt 1 c. toasted walnuts, roughly chopped Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and line two muffin tins with liners....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. chili powder lb. flank steak 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 c. arugula greens 1/4 c. Chopped red onion 1 c. croutons 2 c. watermelon, cut into chunks 1/2 c. feta Sea salt (such as Maldon) Preparation Step 1In a small bowl mix brown sugar, garlic powder and chili powder....

Ingredients 2 c. Bisquick 1/2 c. sour cream 1/2 c. Seltzer 1/4 c. melted butter, plus 1 tbsp for brushing 1 tbsp. maple syrup 5 sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 tsp. kosher salt 6 eggs 1 tbsp. Chopped chives kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. lemon juice, optional* 1 tbsp. butter 1 c. Grated Cheddar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325° and grease a glass loaf pan. In a large bowl, combine bisquick, sour cream, seltzer, melted butter, maple syrup, bacon and salt and mix until combined....

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 tablespoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup brickle toffee bits1/2 cup Nutella Confectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until golden brown, 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Transfer to a large bowl. Cool completely until butter is solid. Preheat air fryer to 350°....

Ingredients 6 oz. soft, fresh goat cheese 1/4 c. lightly toasted sliced almonds 1/4 c. finely chopped dried apricot 1/4 c. finely chopped minced onion salt Pepper 1 1/2 tsp. sherry vinegar 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp. harissa 1 1/2 tsp. honey 1 clove garlic 3 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 36 radishes 3 tbsp. roughly chopped cilantro leaves Preparation Step 1In electric mixer with paddle attachment, beat goat cheese until creamy....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 large tart apple, peeled and thinly sliced1/4 cup raisins1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1/4 cup shortening Preparation Pour butter into a 9-in. square baking pan. Mix sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter. Arrange apple slices in pan. Sprinkle with raisins....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup chopped dried apricots1/2 cup butter3/4 cup boiling water2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup whole milk2 teaspoons grated orange zest, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In anther bowl, combine the oats, apricots, butter and boiling water; stir until butter is melted. Cool for 5 minutes. Stir in eggs, milk and orange zest if desired....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup toasted ground almonds1 tablespoon sugarDash salt1/2 cup cold unsalted butter2 to 4 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:1-1/2 cups slivered almonds, toasted2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup golden syrup or light corn syrup1-1/2 tablespoons Armagnac or Cognac1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, mix flour, ground almonds, sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1/3 cup stir-fry sauce2 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1 to 2 teaspoons sesame oil1 tablespoon sesame seeds Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the stir-fry sauce, honey and red pepper flakes; set aside....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup beef broth3 tablespoons soy sauce1/2 teaspoon sugar2 tablespoons canola oil2 whole garlic cloves2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-1/2-inch pieces2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 large carrot, cut into 2-1/2-inch strips2-1/2 cups sliced cooked roast beef (2-1/2-inch strips)1 cup salted cashew halvesHot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Stir in soy sauce and sugar....

Ingredients 6 quarts water1 chicken (5 pounds), cut up2 large onions, quartered4 celery ribs, cut into 3-inch pieces6 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped2 tablespoons salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon white pepper1 cup canola oil1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 large onion, finely chopped1 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, chopped2 pounds sliced okra2 pints shucked oysters3 tablespoons gumbo file powderHot cooked rice Preparation Place the first 11 ingredients in a stockpot; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) caramel frosting or frosting of your choiceCupcakes of your choiceSpiced gumdrops Preparation Frost cupcakes. Roll out gumdrops to 1/8-in. thickness; cut out with 1-in. to 1-1/2-in. leaf-shaped cookie cutters. Pile leaves on cupcakes as desired.

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked penne pasta13 bacon strips1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes3 tablespoons butter6 green onions, chopped3 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 cups 2% milk3 cups shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thymeTOPPING:3/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Cook penne according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon in batches over medium heat until crisp....