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Ingredients 1 cup Rice Chex™ Cereal 1 cup Wheat Chex™ Cereal 1 cup Corn Chex™ Cereal 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 cup cashews 2 tablespoons sesame seeds Preparation Combine cereals in large microwavable bowl. In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave butter on High 30 to 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in curry powder, cumin, red pepper sauce and pepper flakes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted, plus more for dusting 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 large eggs 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 5 tablespoons heavy cream 1/2 cup milk 2 pints fresh raspberries 1 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped Pastry Cream for Souffle 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 6 large egg whites, room temperature 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 cup superfine sugar Preparation In a medium bowl, combine the cocoa powder, confectioners’ sugar, flour, eggs, 3 tablespoons butter, and cream; whisk together until combined, being careful not to overmix....

Ingredients 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pans 1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa (spooned and leveled), plus more for pans 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar 2 large eggs plus 2 large egg yolks, room temperature 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup low-fat buttermilk...

Ingredients 3 cups fresh baby spinach 1 box (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ scalloped potatoes 3/4 cup boiling water 3/4 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter, melted 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 1/4 lb) 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 oz) Preparation Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish or 3-quart casserole with cooking spray. Spread spinach in baking dish....

Ingredients 1 large egg Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 large onion, finely chopped 6 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving 8 ounces ground pork 8 ounces ground dark-meat turkey 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 3/4 pound spaghetti Preparation In a large bowl, whisk together egg, 1/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon anise seed, crushed Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 small sweet onion, such as Vidalia, thinly sliced crosswise 6 small zucchini, thinly sliced 4 haddock, cod, or striped bass fillets (6 ounces each) 1 large tomato, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Preparation Heat grill to medium. In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, Italian seasoning, red-pepper flakes, anise seed, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients Coarse salt 3 cups shelled English sweet peas (from about 3 pounds peas in the pod) 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 6 spring onions, white parts only, thinly sliced Pinch crushed red-pepper flakes 4 cups Homemade Chicken Stock 15 sprigs fresh mint, leaves only 3 tablespoons creme fraiche Freshly ground white pepper %%component_recipe_title%% Preparation Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a generous amount of salt. Add peas, and cook for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 shallots, finely chopped 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 cups sliced escarole 1/3 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Stir together vinegar, mustard, and shallots in a small bowl.Gradually whisk in oil. Toss escarole with vinaigrette,and sprinkle with walnuts. Season with salt and pepper. Related Video

Ingredients 6 cups water 2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon coarse salt 1 bay leaf 1 piece (1/2 inch) cinnamon stick 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 1 oregano sprig 3/4 pound fresh cranberry beans, shelled (about 1 cup) 4 ounces haricots verts (green, yellow, or a combination), trimmed 4 ounces green beans, trimmed 4 ounces wax beans, trimmed 4 ounces flat Italian beans (green, yellow, or a combination), trimmed 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard...

Ingredients 2 cups berries or diced fruit, (pitted or cored) such as pears, peaches, or plums 1 cup maple syrup 1 vanilla bean, (optional) Preparation Combine fruit and syrup in a small bowl. If using berries, press them with the back of a spoon until they just start to break apart. For a smoother syrup, press through a sieve. Split vanilla bean, if using, and scrape seeds into mixture. Add bean to bowl....

Ingredients 1 bunch spinach (about 1 pound), trimmed and washed 3/4 cup walnuts, toasted 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 pound fusilli 1/4 cup shaved pecorino cheese (1 ounce), for serving Preparation Add spinach and 1 tablespoon water to a large skillet set over medium-high. Cook, stirring constantly, until spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes. In a food processor, combine spinach, walnuts, oil, and lemon zest....

Ingredients 8 ounces fresh soft goat cheese 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary Salt and freshly ground black pepper 24 fresh figs, mixed varieties 1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto 6 long woody sprigs rosemary Olive oil for brushing and drizzling Preparation Combine goat cheese, rosemary, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small mixing bowl, and stir. Make a small slit in bottom or side of each fig. Fill a pastry bag fitted with a small plain tip with cheese mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup whipping cream 1 bar (6.8 oz) milk chocolate candy, unwrapped, chopped 1 package (4 oz) single-serve graham cracker crusts (6 crusts) 1 cup miniature marshmallows Preparation In small saucepan, heat whipping cream over medium heat until almost boiling. Stir in chopped chocolate; let stand 10 minutes. Stir with whisk until smooth. Spoon chocolate mixture evenly into crusts. Refrigerate at least 2 hours until firm. When ready to serve, set oven control to broil....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 New York strip steaks (10 to 11 ounces each; about 1 inch thick), fat trimmed, patted dry Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 3/4 cup full-bodied red wine, such as Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon 1/2 cup beef stock 3 tablespoons cold butter, cut into pieces 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Preparation Heat half the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 2 steaks with 3/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup plain soy or regular yogurt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 4 4-ounce salmon fillets 1 tablespoon canola oil 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 cups cooked mixed fresh vegetables or thawed frozen mixed vegetables Salt and pepper, to taste Preparation In a medium bowl combine the yogurt, dill, lemon zest, and olive oil. Mix well and set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup light vanilla soymilk 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter 1 bag (7.6 oz) Yoplait® Frozen Smoothie strawberry banana Preparation In blender, place soy milk, peanut butter and contents of Yoplait® Frozen Smoothie bag. Cover; blend on high speed 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stopping blender to scrape down sides as necessary, until smooth. Pour into glasses. Related Video

Ingredients 2 1/2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract Confectioners' sugar, for dusting Preparation Combine gelatin and 1/2 cup cold water in the bowl of an electric mixer with whisk attachment. Let stand 30 minutes. Combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, salt, and 1/2 cup water in a small heavy saucepan; place over low heat, and stir until sugar has dissolved....

Ingredients 1 cup fruity red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon 3/4 cup light-brown sugar 1 piece star anise 3 cups frozen peaches, unthawed 1 cup frozen blueberries, unthawed 1 cup frozen blackberries, unthawed 1 navel orange, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds Preparation In a small saucepan, combine red wine, brown sugar, and star anise and bring to a boil over medium-high. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes (you should have 1 cup)....

Ingredients 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 small shallot, finely chopped 1 small garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup red-wine vinegar 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped 1 large head romaine lettuce, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick shreds Preparation Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook shallot and garlic until just turning translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in vinegar and anchovies, and remove from heat. Let cool. Toss lettuce with dressing just before serving....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 can (6 oz) coarsely chopped smoked almonds 1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups) 1 cup milk chocolate chips (6 oz) 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated) 1 cup chopped dried cherries 1/2 teaspoon fleur de sel sea salt or coarse sea salt, if desired Preparation Line cookie sheet with foil. Line 8-inch square pan with foil....