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Ingredients 2 1/2 pounds medium new potatoes, (about 8), cut in half 2 cups baby-cut carrots 1 cup frozen small whole onions, thawed 1 corned beef brisket (3 to 3 1/2 pounds) 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons cold water Preparation Mix potatoes, carrots and onions in 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Thoroughly rinse corned beef; discard seasoning packet. Place beef on vegetables; sprinkle with pepper....

Ingredients 1/4 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns 1/4 teaspoon white peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 cup peanut oil 1 pound large prawns in the shell (preferably fresh), split down the back and vein removed 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon seeded and minced serrano chile, or more to taste Preparation Prepare pepper-salt: In a small saute pan over medium heat, toast Szechuan and white peppercorns for about 3 minutes, shaking the pan....

Ingredients 14 ripe firm apples (about five pounds), such as Gala, peeled, cored, and quartered 1 cup apple cider, plus more as needed 1/4 cup sugar, plus more as needed 1 large cinnamon stick 1 teaspoon ground ginger, plus more as needed 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, plus more as needed 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and scraped Preparation Combine all ingredients in a wide, heavy saucepan over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of celery soup 4 bone-in pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick (about 1 1/2 lb) 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic-pepper blend 2 cups frozen diced hash brown potatoes (from 32-oz bag), thawed 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (from 12 oz bag), thawed 1/2 cup chive-and-onion sour cream potato topper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1 cup Parmesan-flavored croutons, coarsely crushed...

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon grated or very finely chopped onion 2 cups milk 2 cups shredded Butterkase cheese (8 oz) 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or Italian (flat-leaf) parsley Preparation Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Using whisk, stir in flour, salt and onion. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until mixture smells nutty and is lightly golden, stirring constantly with whisk....

Ingredients 3 garlic cloves (1 coarsely chopped) 12 slices baguette (1/4 inch thick) 1/4 cup olive oil, chilled, plus 1 tablespoon Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 oil-packed anchovy fillet, chopped 1 large egg yolk 1/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus shavings 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 dash Worcestershire sauce 6 heads baby romaine lettuce, halved (leave core intact), or 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce...

Ingredients 1 pound firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 fresh or frozen 1-inch piece galangal, or fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped 3 large cloves garlic coarsely, chopped 1 fresh jalapeno pepper diced 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons Asian fish sauce (nam pla) 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 2 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 1 pound green beans, trimmed 3 medium carrots (about 1/2 pound), peeled and cut into 2-inch matchsticks...

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups fat-free (skim) milk 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream 2 cups cubed cooked chicken 2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash 1 cup frozen sweet peas (from 12-oz bag), thawed...

Ingredients 4 chicken cutlets (about 3/4 pound total) 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves 2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 bunches mustard greens, thick stems removed, coarsely chopped Reserved acorn squash from Glazed Pork Chops and Squash, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (1/2 ounce) Preparation In a medium bowl, combine chicken, oregano, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 egg 4 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Combine egg, garlic, lemon juice, and vinegar in the bowl of a food processor. Process for 10 seconds. With machine running, add oil one drop at a time through feed tube until mixture emulsifies. Slowly add remaining oil in a steady stream....

Ingredients 2 1/2 cups water 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn 1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles 8 oz uncooked linguine 2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup whipping cream Sliced green onions, if desired Preparation In deep 12-inch skillet with lid, combine water, onion, garlic, corn, green chiles and linguine. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring to make sure linguine does not stick together....

Ingredients 6 russet potatoes, peeled and cut crosswise, 3/4 inch thick Coarse salt Extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch 1 whole chicken (about 4 1/2 pounds) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened 1 small bunch fresh rosemary Preparation Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Cook potatoes in salted boiling water until tender, 11 to 13 minutes. Drain. Return potatoes to pot, and shake over low heat to dry and fluff. Coat with oil, and season with salt....

Ingredients 5 slices bacon 2 slices Cheddar cheese (3/4 oz each) 2 cups carob chips 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter Preparation Line cookie sheet with foil. Spray lightly with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over low heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Coarsely chop bacon; set aside. Using 1 1/4-inch small dog bone cookie cutter, cut 15 dog bone shapes out of cheese slices....

Ingredients 2 cups fine plain fresh breadcrumbs (see tip below) 1/2 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese (1 ounce) Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 large eggplants, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more if needed Homemade Marinara Sauce 3 cups coarsely grated mozzarella cheese (12 ounces) 3/4 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese (1 1/2 ounces)...

Ingredients 2 cups assorted berries (I used blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries) 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons sugar Juice from half a lemon 5 containers (5.3 oz each) Greek vanilla yogurt 1 cup granola Fresh mint and additional berries, if desired Preparation In food processor, place 2 cups berries, the water, sugar and lemon juice. Cover; process until smooth. Strain, unless you’d prefer fruity bits. In medium bowl, beat fruit mixture and yogurt with whisk....

Ingredients 1 crust from 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count) 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 can (18.5 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics garden vegetable soup 1 bag (12 oz) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed, drained 2 cups cubed cooked chicken 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Remove pie crust from box; set aside. In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups milk 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup honey 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup quick-cooking polenta 1/4 cup currants 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 3 blood oranges, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds 1/4 cup whole almonds, coarsely chopped Preparation Combine milk, 1/2 tablespoon butter, 1/4 cup honey, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. In a steady stream, slowly pour in the polenta, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming....

Ingredients 1 pouch (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ creamy butter and herb mashed potatoes Water and milk called for on potato mix pouch 1 container (7 oz) hummus 1/3 cup coarsely chopped kalamata olives 3 tablespoons chopped roasted red bell peppers (from a jar) 8 spinach-flavor or whole-grain tortillas (10 inch) 8 oz shaved deli roasted turkey breast 8 large lettuce leaves 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced Preparation Make potatoes as directed on pouch, omitting butter....

Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup) 1 can (14.5 oz) stewed tomatoes, undrained 1 box Hamburger Helper™ lasagna 2 eggs 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz) 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese 1 cup frozen chopped broccoli, thawed, or chopped fresh broccoli 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain....

Ingredients 1/4 cup bourbon 1/2 cup raisins 4 cups (about 1/2 baguette) 1-inch cubes of day-old baguette 1 1/2 cups whole milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 large eggs 3/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup bourbon Preparation Heat bourbon in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until warm....