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Ingredients 2 large egg whites 1/2 cup superfine sugar Pinch of cream of tartar 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Cocoa powder, for dusting Preparation Preheat oven to 175 degrees. Fill a medium saucepan 1/4 full with water. Set over medium heat; bring water to a simmer. Combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar in the bowl of an electric mixer, and place over saucepan. Whisk constantly until sugar is dissolved and whites are warm to the touch, about 3 minutes; rub the mixture between your fingers to test....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from 6 lemons), plus 1 lemon, sliced, for serving 1 pound strawberries (3 cups), hulled and halved 16 ounces seltzer, chilled Mint sprigs, for serving Preparation In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water and sugar to a boil over medium-high. Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves, 2 minutes. Transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate until cool, about 45 minutes....

Ingredients 4 large artichokes (about 2 1/4 pounds) 2 lemons, halved 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil Raw Tomato Compote Preparation Prepare a stove-top griddle or outdoor grill. Snap off the tough outer leaves of the artichokes and discard. Rub the exposed surfaces with a lemon half. Cut off about the top third of each artichoke with a sharp knife. Trim the ends of the leaves with scissors. Trim all but 1/2 inch of the stem....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon instant espresso coffee granules 2 teaspoons very hot water 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 3/4 cup toffee bits (not chocolate covered) 1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee granules 1 tablespoon very hot water 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated) 1 cup sugar 3 eggs 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt...

Ingredients 1 package regular active dry yeast 1/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F) 1 can (15 oz) sweet potatoes in syrup, drained, mashed 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Preparation In 1- or 2-cup glass measuring cup, stir together yeast and warm water. Let stand 5 minutes. In large bowl, stir together sweet potatoes and butter....

Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives Coarse salt 1 large French bread loaf (or 2 small loaves) Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mash butter with horseradish and chopped chives until smooth. Season with salt. Slicebread, without cutting all the way through. Generously spread butter mixture evenly onto each piece, and wrap loaf in foil. Bake for 15 minutes. Serve warm....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped onions 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic 1 1/2 cups water 1 package (12 oz) frozen cauliflower flowerets 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 teaspoon salt 8 oz uncooked fusilli or rotini pasta (about 2 cups) 1 package (8 oz) white mushrooms, cut into quarters 2 links (about 1/2 lb) Italian turkey sausage 1 cup chopped red or yellow bell pepper...

Ingredients 6 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, and caps wiped clean 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for baking sheet 1 small onion, minced 2 tablespoons port or dry white wine 6 tablespoons heavy cream 1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for seasoning Freshly ground pepper 1 cup instant polenta 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (2 ounces) 2 roasted red bell peppers, cut into thin slivers, for garnish (optional) Mascarpone cheese, for garnish (optional) Preparation In a food processor, pulse mushrooms until finely chopped....

Ingredients 24 Padron peppers (6 ounces) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Sea salt Preparation Toss peppers with olive oil. Heat a heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium-high heat. Cook peppers in a single layer, turning, until blistered, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate, and sprinkle with sea salt. Related Video

Ingredients 1 small sliced onion 1 medium carrot, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 2 bay leaves 6 whole black peppercorns 1/2 cup dry white wine 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Salt and pepper Green Goddess Dressing Preparation In a 10-inch skillet, combine onion, carrot, celery, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and dry white wine. Add enough water to come 1 1/2 inches up side of skillet. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ spice cake mix 1 can (15 oz) canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup water 3 eggs 1 1/2 cups whipping cream 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1/2 cup toffee bits Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray mini muffin cups with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed until moistened, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally....

Ingredients 1 pineapple (about 4 1/2 pounds), peeled, cut lengthwise into eighths, and cored 1 1/2 tablespoons dark rum 1 1/2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar 1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped to loosen 2 teaspoons unsalted butter 1 pint best-quality vanilla ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375. Place pineapple wedges on a rimmed baking sheet. Stir together rum, brown sugar, and vanilla bean and seeds in a small bowl. Brush rum mixture onto pineapple....

Ingredients 3 red bell peppers 1 small clove garlic, peeled 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation Roast peppers on a grill or open flame until skin is blackened. Place in a medium bowl covered with plastic wrap until cool enough to handle. Using a paper towel, remove charred skins. Slice peppers into 2-inch pieces; discard membranes and seeds....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons sherry or red-wine vinegar 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2-inch lengths Preparation Whisk together mustard, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon oil in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus, and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 2 oz sliced pepperoni, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics hearty tomato soup 2 1/4 cups water 8 oz uncooked spaghetti, broken into thirds (about 2 cups) 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz) 1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup) 1/4 cup sliced ripe olives Preparation In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes; stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked....

Ingredients 1 lb uncooked fettuccine 2 cups whole milk 1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt Dash freshly ground black pepper Dash ground red pepper (cayenne) 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic 2 oz 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel) 2/3 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Preparation Cook fettuccine as directed on package, omitting salt. Drain; return to saucepan. Cover to keep warm; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup Bisquick Heart Smart® mix 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup fat-free (skim) milk 3 tablespoons canola oil 3/4 cup sugar 1 can (29 oz) peach slices in light syrup, drained 1 teaspoon lemon juice Vanilla reduced-fat ice cream, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. In ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish, stir Bisquick mix and cinnamon. Stir in milk and oil with wire whisk or fork until blended....

Ingredients 2 pounds pork boneless shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 medium dark-orange sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 1 package (9 ounces) frozen baby lima beans 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons cornstarch Preparation Sprinkle pork with 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper....

Ingredients 1 box (15.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Devil's Food Cake Mix 2/3 cup water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup sour cream 2 eggs 1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, cut into 24 cubes 1/2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons water 2 egg whites 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow creme 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups coconut Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn kernels, thawed 4 cups baby spinach (about 5 ounces), finely sliced 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add thawed corn; cook until warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes. Add spinach; cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; cook until softened, 1 to 2 minutes....