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Ingredients 2 lemons, sliced into rounds 1 large salmon fillet (about 3 lbs.) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 tbsp. melted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp. whole-grain mustard 2 tsp. Cajun seasoning 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes Thinly sliced green onions, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and line a large baking sheet with foil. Lay lemon rounds in an even layer in center of pan....

Ingredients 3/4 c. unsalted roasted almonds 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 3 tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. kosher salt 4 large eggs 2 c. buttermilk 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter Vegetable oil spray Unsalted butter and pure maple syrup Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Set a rack over a baking sheet and place it in the oven. Heat the waffle iron until hot....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 large egg whites1 large egg, lightly beaten2 cups fat-free milk2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium apple, peeled and chopped1/2 cup chopped walnutsMaple syrup Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flours, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg whites, egg, milk and oil until blended. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons sesame oil1 teaspoon Thai chili sauce, optional1 pound lean ground turkey1 celery rib, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 garlic clove, minced1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained and chopped1 medium carrot, shredded2 cups cooked brown rice8 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil and, if desired, chili sauce until blended. In a large skillet, cook turkey and celery 6-9 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltRed, green, orange and yellow paste food coloring1-1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar5 to 7 teaspoons warm water1 tablespoon meringue powder1/4 teaspoon almond extract2 tablespoons coarse sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds small red potatoes1/2 cup real bacon bits1/4 cup minced chives3/4 cup mayonnaise3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. Cut into wedges; place in a serving bowl. Add bacon and chives. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 large egg, beaten1-3/4 cups ricotta cheese4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg8 thin slices deli ham, halved lengthwise8 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce Preparation In a bowl, combine the spinach, egg, ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Place 2 pieces of ham on each noodle....

Ingredients STUFFING:2/3 cup chopped celery1/3 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter2 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes1/2 cup chopped peeled apple1/4 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperPORK CHOPS:4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick)1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup chicken broth1-1/2 cups chopped peeled apple3 tablespoons chopped walnuts3 tablespoons maple syrup Preparation In a large skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups milk3 egg yolks, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 medium firm banana, slicedFresh mint, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir for 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons finely chopped onion2 teaspoons lemon juice2 tablespoons horseradish mustard or spicy brown mustard1-1/2 pounds beef tenderloin, cut into 3/4-inch cubesOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion, lemon juice and mustard; cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Pat meat dry with paper towels. Heat oil in a fondue pot to 375°. Use fondue forks to cook meat in oil until it reaches desired doneness....

Ingredients Cooking spray, for pan 8 eggs 1/4 c. milk 8 slices bacon kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. finely chopped chived 10 mini bagels, halved 4 tbsp. cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese 3 tbsp. butter, melted 2 tsp. dried onion 2 tsp. granulated garlic 2 tsp. sesame seeds 2 tsp. poppy seeds Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a large baking dish with cooking spray....

Ingredients 8 oz. whole-milk ricotta cheese 1 tbsp. honey Pinch of kosher salt Homemade or store-bought angel food cake, pound cake, biscuits, or shortbread cookies 1 c. each strawberries, blueberries, cherries, blackberries, and raspberries Whipped cream and mint leaves, for serving Preparation Step 1In a food processor or blender, blend ricotta, honey, and salt on high speed until ricotta is fluffy and light, about 2 minutes. Transfer whipped ricotta to a small serving bowl....

Ingredients 1 box vanilla cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box 3 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened 1 c. granulated sugar 3 large eggs 1/4 c. sour cream 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 box instant vanilla pudding 1 1/2 c. whole milk 2 c. chocolate chips 1 c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9” springform pan with cooking spray. Prepare cake mix according to package instructions and pour about half of the batter into prepared pan....

Ingredients 12 uncooked jumbo pasta shells4 ounces pancetta, finely chopped1 teaspoon olive oil1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 large egg yolk, beaten1/4 teaspoon pepper1 jar (15 ounces) roasted garlic Alfredo sauce½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook pasta shells according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Meanwhile, cook pancetta in oil in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp....

Ingredients 6 organic free-range eggs c. organic evaporated cane juice crystals 2 tbsp. organic evaporated cane juice crystals 1/2 tsp. organic vanilla 1/2 tsp. organic almond extract (optional) 2 c. organic almond meal 1 lb. organic strawberries Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Step 2Lightly grease a 10-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.Step 3Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Place whites in a clean bowl and beat until stiff but not too dry....

Ingredients 2 packages (2-1/2 ounces each) dried apple chips3 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal2 cups miniature pretzels2 cups dry roasted peanuts1-1/2 cups Frosted Cheerios1-1/2 cups Apple Cinnamon Cheerios1-1/2 cups yogurt-covered raisins1-1/2 cups small apple-flavored green jelly beans2/3 cup sunflower kernelsIce cream waffle cones Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Store in an airtight container. Serve snack mix in waffle cones.

Ingredients 3/4 pound boneless beef chuck roast1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons canola oil2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces1 small sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1 celery rib, cut into 1-inch pieces1 small onion, chopped1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 cup apricot nectar1 cup plus 1 teaspoon water, divided1 teaspoon cornstarch Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, brown beef in oil on all sides....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided1 teaspoon canola oil3/4 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces4 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 small plum tomatoes, cut into thin wedges1 teaspoon sesame oil Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon ginger until blended; set aside. In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry the remaining ginger in canola oil for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 8 medium jalapeños 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened 1 c. shredded Cheddar 1/2 c. shredded Pepper Jack 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt Freshly cracked black pepper 1 lb. ground pork 1 1/2 tbsp. maple syrup 2 tsp. freshly chopped sgae 1 tsp. smoked paprika 16 slices bacon Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 400°. Line a medium baking sheet with aluminum foil and fit with a cooling wrack....

Ingredients 1/2 fully-cooked ham with bone (4 to 5 pounds)1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground mustardWhole clovesCUMBERLAND SAUCE:1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup red wine or apple juice2 tablespoons honey1 cup dried currants Preparation Remove skin from ham; score the surface with shallow diagonal cuts. Making diamond shapes. Mix brown sugar and mustard; rub into fat of ham. Insert a whole clove in center of each diamond....