Ingredients 1/4 cup brandy 1/4 cup sugar 2 firm ripe peaches, halved, pitted, and thinly sliced 1/2 honeydew melon, seeded, peeled, cut lengthwise into thirds, and sliced thinly crosswise (4 cups) 1 bottle white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, well-chilled 1 can (12 ounces) or (1 1/2 cups) seltzer or club soda Ice cubes, for serving Preparation In a large bowl or pitcher combine brandy and sugar. Let stand 5 minutes; stir to dissolve sugar....
Ingredients 2/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 1/3 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 clove garlic 1/8 teaspoon salt Dash of pepper 8 cups ready-to-eat salad greens (any variety) 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola or Roquefort cheese (2 oz) 1/2 cup 1/2-inch pieces fresh chives Preparation To toast walnuts, cook in ungreased heavy skillet over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until browning begins, then stirring constantly until fragrant and golden brown....
Ingredients 3 finely chopped oil-packed anchovy fillets 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives (or scallion) 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Preparation Shake together anchovy fillets, parsley, olive oil, mint, chives, vinegar, zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper....
Ingredients 8 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese 3 tablespoons pine nuts 6 ounces fresh goat cheese, room temperature 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped 2 teaspoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 ripe but firm Bartlett pears 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons flavorful honey, such as buckwheat, chestnut, or leatherwood Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place ricotta in a fine sieve set over a bowl; let excess liquid drain, about 30 minutes....
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups warm water (100 degrees to 110 degrees) 1 teaspoon active dry yeast 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 tablespoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for bowl Preparation Pour water into the bowl of an electric mixer. Sprinkle yeast over water, and stir to dissolve. Use the paddle attachment to mix in 1 1/2 cups flour. Cover bowl; let sit in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours, until dough has doubled in bulk....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons light-brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Pinch of salt Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line two large baking sheets with Silpats (French baking mats) or parchment paper. Set aside. In a small saucepan, melt butter, sugar, and honey. Transfer to a bowl. Whisk in flour and salt until smooth. Working quickly, drop 1/2 teaspoons of batter onto prepared baking sheets, at least 3 inches apart....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons lemon juice 8 apples (4 tart, 4 sweet) 1 Basic Pie Dough 1/4 cup sugar, plus 2 teaspoons for sprinkling 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling out the dough 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1 tablespoon cold, unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1 large egg yolk 1 tablespoon milk Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Position the racks in the center of the oven and in the lower third....
Ingredients 6 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup millet 1/2 cup soy milk 1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple 1/4 cup large-flake unsweetened coconut, toasted 4 teaspoons flaxseeds 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Preparation Bring water and salt to a boil. Whisk in grains. Return to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, for 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and top with soy milk, fresh pineapple, coconut, flaxseeds, and maple syrup....
Ingredients 3 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pans and parchment 6 1/2 cups sifted cake flour (not self-rising), plus more for pans and parchment 3 tablespoons baking powder Salt 2 1/4 cups whole milk 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups sugar 10 large egg whites Gel-paste food coloring Swiss Meringue Buttercream Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter five 8-inch round cake pans, and line with parchment (you may need to bake in batches)....
Ingredients Extra-virgin olive oil, for pans and drizzling Quick Basic Pizza Dough 6 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 10 very thin slices (about 1/4 pound) prosciutto di Parma 10 leaves arugula (about 1 ounce), well washed and dried Preparation Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Lightly oil two 14-inch pizza pans; set aside. Divide dough in half. Cover one half with plastic wrap while working with the other. Working on a lightly floured surface, use fingers to flatten and stretch half the dough into a rough 8-inch circle....
Ingredients 1 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 cup dark-brown sugar, packed 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of salt 1/2 cup rolled oats 10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 4 nectarines (about 1 3/4 pounds) 2 ripe mangoes, (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1 pint raspberries 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 pints vanilla ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine 1 cup flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and oats....
Ingredients 2 lemons, washed and dried 2 cups plus 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 1/4 sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 cups all-purpose flour 4 large eggs, lightly beaten Confectioners' sugar, for sifting Preparation Slice lemons as thinly as possible; remove seeds. Toss slices with 2 cups sugar; transfer mixture to a flat resealable plastic container. Place in the refrigerator overnight. Place butter, salt, remaining 3/4 cup sugar, and flour in the bowl of a food processor....
Ingredients 1/3 cup orange juice 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1 fresh red chile, thinly sliced crosswise 2 heads savoy cabbage (1 3/4 pounds total) 12 ounces large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/3 cup finely chopped water chestnuts 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger 1/3 cup finely chopped scallions (about 4), white and pale-green parts only...
Ingredients 12 small red potatoes (1 1/4 lb) 10 cups water 1 can or bottle (12 oz) regular or nonalcoholic beer 4 to 5 tablespoons seafood seasoning (from 6-oz container) 2 stalks celery, cut into 4-inch pieces 1 onion, cut into quarters 2 lemons, cut in half 1 lb cooked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1-inch slices 6 frozen corn-on-the-cob, cut into 3-inch slices 2 lb uncooked large shrimp in shells, thawed if frozen...
Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil 1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice 2 small carrots, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 stalk celery, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 1/2 cups brown rice 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery....
Ingredients 1/4 medium white onion, sliced 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced 1/2 lemon, juiced 2 5-ounce portions of striped bass 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed 1/4 cup Italian parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Additional olive oil and chopped fresh parsley, for garnish Preparation Put onion, fennel, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan and cover with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup shredded cooked chicken 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons sour cream 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing 2 teaspoons from 1 container (6.25 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix 1 tablespoon chopped green onion (1 medium) 2 tostada shells 3 cups shredded lettuce 1/4 cup Old El Paso™ Thick ‘n Chunky salsa 1/2 medium avocado, sliced, if desired Preparation In medium bowl, mix chicken, cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, seasoning mix and onion....
Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup butter, softened 3 eggs 4 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 (6-oz.) pkg. (1 cup) semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces 1 cup chopped peanuts 1/2 cup raisins Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter and butter; beat until light and fluffy....
Ingredients 1 large head garlic Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups homemade chicken stock, or low-sodium canned chicken broth, skimmed of fat 1 1/2 pounds dandelion greens or arugula, tough stems discarded, cut into 2-inch pieces 3 ounces soft, fresh goat cheese, preferably low-fat 8 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Preparation Heat oven to 350 degrees. Remove several outer layers of skin from garlic head, leaving a thin layer of skin attached....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice, made according to package directions; 3 cups cooked brown and/or brown basmati rice (about 1 1/3 cups uncooked), made according to package directions 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces...
