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Ingredients 3 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (8 oz) 1/2 lb sliced bacon, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 small clove garlic, finely chopped 1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups milk 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz) 1 bag (6 oz) fresh baby spinach leaves, coarsely chopped Preparation In 5-quart Dutch oven, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Return to Dutch oven; cover to keep warm....

Ingredients 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, plus more for mold 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 cup Calvados or other brandy 1/4 cup sultanas (golden raisins) 3 to 4 very soft hachiya persimmons 1 cup whole milk 1 1/2 cups sugar 3 large eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, dissolved in 1 1/2 tablespoons hot water 1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped 1/4 cup finely chopped candied ginger Oven-Dried Persimmon Slices, for garnish...

Ingredients 3 ounces crusty bread, torn into bite-size pieces (2 cups) 2 teaspoons plus 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil (for toasting of bread) Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped natural almonds 2 medium tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/2-inch wedges 2 roasted red bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch strips 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves Preparation Preheat oven to 450 degrees....

Ingredients 1 large shallot, minced 1 tablespoon capers 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 pound green beans 1 pound small red potatoes 2 large eggs 1 small head Romaine lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces 1 stalk celery, cut into 1/4-inch slices 2 tomatoes, cut into wedges 4 radishes, thinly sliced 1 six-ounce can water-packed solid white tuna, drained...

Ingredients 3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal 3 cups Corn Chex™ cereal 1 1/2 cups bite-size pretzel twists 1 1/2 cups bite-size cheese crackers 3/4 cup honey-roasted peanuts 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3/4 teaspoon onion powder 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, pretzels, crackers and peanuts. In medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients until well blended. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated....

Ingredients 4 large russet potatoes (9 to 10 ounces each) Coarse salt 4 cups vegetable oil (32 ounces) Preparation Peel potatoes and cut lengthwise into sticks, about 1/3-inch thick, transferring them to a bowl of salted cold water as you work. Drain, and rinse until water runs clear. Pat dry with paper towels. Heat oil in a 14-inch straight-sided skillet until oil registers 375 degrees Fahrenheit on a deep-fry thermometer. Add half of the potatoes and distribute evenly....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, cut into 1-inch wedges 1 pound chicken sausages 7 fresh sage leaves 3 cups apple cider Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 small butternut squash (1 pound), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 large russet potato (10 ounces), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1/3 cup 2 percent Greek yogurt...

Ingredients 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 lb ground beef 1/3 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1 cup canned or fresh diced tomatoes 1 cup canned pinto beans, drained, rinsed 1 box (14....

Ingredients 1 1/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup cold butter 1 cup chopped pecans 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 box (15.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Delights Super Moist™ Dark Chocolate Cake Mix 1 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons milk Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 20 pearl onions, peeled Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper One 14-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, seeded and chopped, juices reserved 1 cup white wine 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup loosely packed basil, washed Preparation In a large, ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and salt and pepper and cook until the onions are soft and golden, about 8 to 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, such as safflower 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 to 8 ounces each) 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss panko with oil. Bake, tossing once, until golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees....

Ingredients 1 large or 2 medium dark-orange sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 cups) 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup apple juice 1/2 cup water 2 cans (19 oz each) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics lentil soup 1 1/2 cups frozen cut green beans 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken 2 to 3 teaspoons curry powder Preparation In 3-quart saucepan heat sweet potatoes, onion, apple juice and water to boiling over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup sifted cake flour, (not self-rising) 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 12 large egg whites 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 325 degrees, with rack in lower third but not on bottom shelf. Prepare a 10-inch angel-food-cake pan: Using the pan as your guide, cut a circle from a piece of parchment paper; use it to line bottom of pan....

Ingredients One 8-inch round loaf focaccia 1/4 cup artichoke-lemon pesto 2 whole roasted red peppers, patted dry (one 8-ounce jar) 1/4 cup prepared basil pesto 1/4 cup prepared black-olive tapenade 4 ounces prosciutto, plus more for garnish 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish 1 pound mascarpone cheese Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper Grape or cherry tomatoes, for garnish Marinated artichoke hearts, drained, for garnish Assorted olives, for garnish...

Ingredients 1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef 1 tablespoon grated gingerroot 1 box (6.2 oz) fried rice-flavor rice and vermicelli mix (with seasoning packet) 2 cups water 1 medium red bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1 cup) 2 cups frozen sugar snap peas (from 12 oz bag) Preparation In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook ground beef and gingerroot over medium-high heat until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain. Add rice and vermicelli mix with contents of seasoning packet; cook and stir 2 minutes....

Ingredients One 8-ounce container plain fat-free yogurt 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt Pinch of freshly ground pepper Preparation Line a colander or strainer with several thicknesses of cheesecloth; set over a bowl. Add yogurt; drain for 1 hour. Transfer yogurt to bowl of food processor; add lime juice, cilantro, parsley, salt, and pepper. Puree until well combined....

Ingredients 1 1/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 2 cups milk 12 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 4 cups lightly packed fresh baby spinach 1 cup diced jarred roasted red bell peppers, patted dry (12-oz jar) 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz) 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (4 oz) 1 package (1.25 oz) hollandaise sauce mix 1/3 cup diced tomato Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/4 inch thick 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 pint blueberries 1 1/2 pints raspberries 1 1/2 pints blackberries 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Pinch of salt 18 slices white bread 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation Combine strawberries and sugar in a large straight-sided skillet over medium heat. Cook until berries release their juices and sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ fudge brownie mix Water, oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box (for cakelike brownies) 1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting Chocolate curls, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil so foil extends about 2 inches over sides of pan. Spray foil with cooking spray. Make brownies as directed on box for cakelike brownies in a 13x9-inch pan....

Ingredients 4 slices white bread 4 ounces VELVEETA™ Jalapeno Cheese loaf (from 16 oz. box), thinly sliced 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened 1 teaspoon Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1 oz package) 1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick ’n Chunky salsa Preparation Heat griddle to 350°F or heat 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Top 2 slices of the bread with cheese; cover with remaining bread. In small bowl, mix butter and taco seasoning mix....