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Ingredients 1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup) 1/4 cup regular or nonalcoholic beer 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 6 rye or whole wheat hamburger buns, split Ketchup, if desired Pickle planks, if desired Preparation Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except buns, ketchup and pickles. Shape mixture into 6 patties, about 3/4 inch thick....

Ingredients 2 large red bell peppers 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 ounces aged goat cheese 1 small head lettuce, such as red leaf or Bibb Preparation Heat grill to high. Roast red peppers on grill until charred, turning as each side blackens. Transfer to a large bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Using paper towels, peel off blackened skin....

Ingredients 1/2 tablespoon butter, softened 2 slices sandwich bread 2 tablespoons peanut butter 2 tablespoons strawberry jam 2 large strawberries, sliced 1 tablespoon peanuts, chopped Preparation Heat panini press. Spread butter on 1 side of bread slices. Turn over. Spread peanut butter on other side of 1 slice of bread and jam on other slice of bread. Top 1 slice of bread with strawberries and peanuts. Top with other slice of bread, buttered sides facing out....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, finely diced 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced, plus 2 tsp. sauce 1 pound dark ground turkey meat 1 28-oz. can diced tomatoes 1 15-oz. can kidney beans, drained and rinsed Coarse salt 1 avocado, peeled and sliced 1 lime, cut into wedges 1 small red onion, diced 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar (1.5 oz.)...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 piece fresh ginger (3 inches), peeled, thinly sliced, then cut into very thin matchsticks 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 head bok choy (1 1/2 pounds), sliced crosswise into 1-inch wide pieces, greens and stalks separated 2 celery stalks, quartered lengthwise and cut into 2-inch lengths Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 bunch scallions, trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon ketchup...

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise 1/2 jar (12-oz size) roasted red bell peppers, drained, chopped 1/4 cup chopped green onions (4 medium) 1 jalapeño chile, seeded, finely chopped 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz) 2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (8 oz) Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired French bread slices, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch round (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix mayonnaise, roasted peppers, onions and chile; stir in cheeses....

Ingredients 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan 1 3/4 cups cake flour (not self-rising) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2/3 cup buttermilk, room temperature 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Generously butter a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan; set aside. Whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter or margarine 2 tablespoons tequila 2 teaspoons seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 2 envelopes instant margarita mix, from 3 1/3-oz package 4 cups Corn Chex™ cereal 3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal 2 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal 1 cup mixed nuts 1 cup bite-size pretzel twists 1 cup dried cranberries or cherries Preparation Heat oven to 250°F. In ungreased large roasting pan, melt butter in oven....

Ingredients 3 1/2 pounds peaches (8 to 10), peeled, halved, pitted, and cut into chunks 1 1/4 pounds sugar (scant 3 cups) 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Coarse salt Preparation Working in batches, pulse peaches in a food processor until chunky. Transfer to a small saucepan, and add sugar, lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Boil, continuing to stir, until bubbles slow, foam subsides, fruit rises to the top, and jam sticks to a spoon when lifted, about 12 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds hot cherry peppers, washed well and dried 6 garlic cloves, halved 3 dried bay leaves 3/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 4 cups white-wine vinegar (at least 5 percent acidity) 1 1/3 cups water 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt Preparation Trim cherry pepper stems. Divide peppers, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns among 2 quart-size and 1 pint-size sterilized glass jars. Bring vinegar, water, sugar, and salt to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 cup shredded red cabbage 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can) 1 tablespoon sour cream 1/8 teaspoon salt 8 taco shells from 1 box (4.6 oz) Old El Paso™ Crunchy Taco Shells (12 Count) 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 portabella mushroom caps, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1/2 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon Montreal steak grill seasoning...

Ingredients 1 pound (about 8) small red plums 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon freshly picked thyme leaves 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 small bunch arugula, stems trimmed 1/2 pound thinly sliced prosciutto Preparation Slice the plums in half, and remove pits. Transfer plum halves to a mixing bowl. Add the salt, pepper, and thyme. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 pound (about 3 1/4 cups) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 2 cups (4 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups heavy cream Preparation Weigh the flour accurately. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter until smooth. Add 1/2 cup flour. Mix until smooth. Scrape this dough into a flat square about 1 inch thick....

Ingredients 2 heads garlic, unpeeled, top 1/3 inch cut off 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 strips (each 2 1/2 inches long) lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh thyme 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3 cups Five-Ingredient Barbecue Sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Top garlic with oil, zest, thyme, salt, and pepper, and wrap in parchment-lined foil. Bake until garlic is golden and soft, 1 1/2 hours....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges, for garnish (14 to 16 limes total) Preparation Heat sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until sugar has dissolved, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir together lime juice and 5 cups water in a large pitcher; stir in sugar syrup. Refrigerate until cold (or up 2 days in an airtight container). Garnish each serving with a lime wedge....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 medium yellow onion, diced medium 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 5 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 3 poblano chiles, stemmed, seeded, and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes Fresh cilantro leaves, flour tortillas, and lime wedges, for serving...

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking powder (omit if making thumbprints, ball cookies, or spritz cookies) 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 sticks unsalted butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Preparation Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Beat butter and granulated sugar with a mixer on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 package regular tofu, firm or extra-firm, drained 1/3 cup spicy Asian chile sauce, plus 1/2 teaspoon for dressing 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt 1 cup panko 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 heads butterhead lettuce, washed, dried, and torn into bite-size pieces 1 cup fresh whole mint leaves 1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and thinly sliced lengthwise...

Ingredients 2 1/2 pounds apples, a mixture of Red Delicious and Granny Smith (10-12) 2/3 cup sugar 1 1/4 cups apple juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation Peel, core, and cut the apples into 1 1/2-inch pieces; place in a medium saucepan with sugar and 1/4 cup apple juice. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until apples are soft enough to mash, 50 to 60 minutes....

Ingredients 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 2 cups sugar 1/3 cup corn syrup 1/2 cup (1 stick) plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Preparation In a medium saucepan, combine 1 1/4 cups cream, sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Place over medium heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramel colored, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, let stand until cool, about 30 minutes. Place over low heat, and stir in remaining cream until smooth....