Ingredients 2 cups pear nectar, chilled 2 cups sparkling apple cider, chilled 2 cups seltzer, chilled 4 ounces (1/2 cup) bourbon whiskey, such as Knob Creek 1 Bosc pear, unpeeled, cored, and cut lengthwise into 8 wedges Preparation Stir together pear nectar, cider, seltzer, and whiskey in a pitcher. Divide pear wedges among glasses, and pour in cocktail. Serve immediately. Related Video
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan 2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon white peppercorns, coarsely ground 3/4 teaspoon black peppercorns, coarsely ground 3/4 teaspoon pink peppercorns, coarsely ground 3/4 teaspoon green peppercorns, coarsely ground 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 300 degrees, with rack in center. Lightly butter four 4 1/2-inch springform pans (or one 10-inch springform pan)....
Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour (spooned and leveled) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 3 tablespoons packed dark-brown sugar 1/2 cup rolled oats (not quick-cooking) 1/2 cup raisins or dried cherries 2 teaspoons fennel seed (optional) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 cup buttermilk Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, oats, raisins, and fennel seed, if using....
Ingredients 1 cup long-grain white rice Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Preparation In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil. Add rice, season with salt and pepper, and return to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook just until tender, 15 to 17 minutes....
Ingredients 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1 cup chopped cooked ham 1/2 bag (16-oz size) frozen chopped collard greens, thawed, drained 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (6 oz) 1 cup milk 2 eggs 1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....
Ingredients 2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup shortening 3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1 egg 3 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt About 12 craft sticks (flat wooden sticks with round ends) 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon vanilla 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons hot water Betty Crocker™ decorating icing (from 4.25-oz tube), if desired Assorted candies and Betty Crocker™ assorted candy sprinkles and sugars, if desired...
Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes or yams, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 2 cups) 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons chopped pecans 1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger 1 teaspoon margarine Preparation Heat oven to 375°. Spray 1-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray. Layer yams and crushed pineapple in casserole. Sprinkle brown sugar, pecans and crystallized ginger over top; dot with margarine....
Ingredients 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 wide strips orange zest, plus 2 tablespoons orange juice 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 bunches asparagus (about 1 pound each), trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths 1 pound green beans, trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths 1/2 cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves Preparation In a small saucepan, bring oil, orange zest, and red-pepper flakes to a simmer over medium-high and cook 3 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 6 to 8 cups confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Preparation In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter until smooth and creamy, 2 to 3 minutes. With mixer on low speed, add 6 cups sugar, milk, and vanilla; mix until light and fluffy. If necessary, gradually add remaining 2 cups sugar to reach desired consistency....
Ingredients 4 medium baking potatoes Rock or kosher (coarse) salt Preparation Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Gently scrub potatoes. Pierce potatoes several times with fork to allow steam to escape while potatoes bake. Pour 1-inch layer of salt in bottom of 2 disposable aluminum loaf pan, 8 1/2x4 1/2x2 1/2 inches. Place 2 potatoes in salt in each pan; pour salt over potatoes until completely covered. Cover and grill potatoes over medium heat 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until potatoes feel tender when pierced in center with fork....
Ingredients 6 cups Rice Chex™ cereal 3/4 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting 1/2 cup white vanilla baking chips (from 12-oz bag) 1 container (1.75 oz) rainbow sprinkles (about 1/3 cup) 3/4 cup powdered sugar Preparation In large bowl, place cereal; set aside. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave frosting and white vanilla baking chips uncovered on High about 1 minute, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth. Pour mixture over cereal; stir until evenly coated....
Ingredients 2/3 cup milk 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 egg 2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats 1 cup fresh or Cascadian Farm® frozen organic blueberries Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Grease bottoms only of 12 regular-size muffin cups with shortening or cooking spray, or line with paper baking cups. In large bowl, mix milk, brown sugar, oil and egg. Stir in Bisquick mix and oats just until moistened....
Ingredients 1 pound halved and pitted fresh sweet cherries (4 cups) 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar Coarse salt and ground pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, fresh rosemary, and 1 tablespoon water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until cherries are nice and tender and liquid is slightly thickened, 12 to 15 minutes....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cups water 1 tablespoon margarine or butter 1 bag (1 pound) frozen broccoli, red peppers, onions and mushrooms, thawed 2 cups uncooked instant rice 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces) Preparation In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center....
Ingredients 1 lb bulk pork sausage 1 box Hamburger Helper™ chili macaroni 3 1/2 cups hot water 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 can (15 oz) pinto or Progresso™ dark red kidney beans, drained, rinsed 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, drained Shredded Cheddar cheese, if desired Additional chili powder, if desired Preparation In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain....
Ingredients Water 1/2 cup chocolate candy sprinkles 1/2 cup crushed ice 1 container (6 oz) Liberté® Méditerranée coconut yogurt 1/3 cup chocolate-flavored liqueur 1/3 cup coconut rum 1/3 cup crème de cacao Preparation Dip rims of 4 martini glasses with water; dip rims into chocolate sprinkles. Set aside. Add remaining ingredients to martini shaker; shake or stir. Pour into martini glasses. Related Video
Ingredients Chocolate Espresso Dough, room temperature Preparation Place a 12-by-16-inch piece of parchment on a work surface. Spoon dough down center. Fold parchment over dough. Using a ruler, roll and press dough into a tight log. Wrap in parchment; chill at least 1 hour. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment. Unwrap log, and slice into 1/8-inch-thick rounds. Place rounds on baking sheets, spaced 1 1/2 inches apart....
Ingredients 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Chocolate-covered espresso beans, if desired 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup unsweetened baking cocoa 2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee (dry) 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened 1 egg 2 cups powdered sugar 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened...
Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 cup ice water 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar 9 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces 6 tablespoons cold leaf lard, cut into pieces Preparation Mix together salt and water in a small bowl until salt has dissolved; set aside. Add flour and sugar to the bowl of a food processor; pulse to combine. Add butter and lard; continue pulsing until butter and lard form pea-sized pieces....
Ingredients 4 large eggs Preparation Place eggs in a deep saucepan; cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 14 minutes. Transfer to an iced water bath; let cool completely. Related Video
