Ingredients 1-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs1/3 cup butter, melted1/4 cup sugarFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenSWEET POTATO FILLING:1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 3/4 pound)1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup evaporated milk1/4 cup butter, melted1 large egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg1/8 tsp. saltTOPPING:3/4 cup sour cream3 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractGlazed chopped pecans, optional...

Ingredients 3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed1 garlic clove, minced1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt1 small onion, finely chopped1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped, optional1/4 cup mayonnaise, optional Preparation Mash avocados with garlic and salt. Stir in remaining ingredients, adding tomatoes and mayonnaise if desired.

Ingredients 20 habanero peppers (4-1/2 ounces)5 serrano peppers (2-1/2 ounces)15 dried arbol chiles2 large carrots (5-1/2 ounces), peeled, halved lengthwise and quartered1 large sweet onion (15 ounces), cut into 8 wedges8 garlic cloves, halved1 cup water3/4 cup white vinegar (minimum 5% acetic acid)1/2 cup fresh lime juice3 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Cut habanero and serrano peppers in half; discard stems and seeds. In a bowl, combine arbol chiles and enough boiling water to cover....

Ingredients 2/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup honey1/3 cup vinegar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon grated onion1 cup canola oil Preparation In a bowl, combine sugar, mustard, paprika, celery seed and salt. Add honey, vinegar, lemon juice and onion. Pour oil into mixture very slowly, beating constantly. Serve with fresh fruit. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 1 red onion, chopped 1 lb. baby red potatoes, quartered Juice of 1/2 lemon 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. garlic powder 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb.) 1 sprig rosemary Preparation Step 1In a slow-cooker, toss onion, potatoes, and lemon juice together with olive oil. Spread into an even layer. Step 2In a large bowl, stir together salt, pepper, and garlic powder....

Ingredients 4 cups water24 fresh mint leaves8 green tea bags2/3 cup sugar5 cups diced honeydew melon3 cups ice cubesAdditional ice cubes Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil; remove from heat. Add mint leaves and tea bags; steep, covered, 3-5 minutes according to taste, stirring occasionally. Discard mint and tea bags. Stir in sugar. Place 2-1/2 cups honeydew, 2 cups tea and 1-1/2 cups ice in a blender; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 jar (24 ounces) fire-roasted tomato and garlic pasta sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese8 large eggs1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1 French bread demi-baguette (4 ounces), cut into 1-inch slices1/4 cup butter, softened Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling meat, until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 1 pound orange roughy fillets1/2 cup tomato juice2 tablespoons white vinegar1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1/4 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup chopped green pepper Preparation Place fish fillets in a shallow 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, positioning the thickest portion of fish toward the outside edges. In a small bowl, combine the tomato juice, vinegar and salad dressing mix; pour over fish. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with onions and green pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 teaspoon curry powder1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon pepper3/4 teaspoon saltCRUST:2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons curry powderDash salt1/2 cup cold butter1/3 cup ice water1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in curry powder, thyme, pepper and salt; set aside....

Ingredients 3 cups butter-flavored shortening4 cups sugar1 cup molasses4 eggs8 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon ground gingerAdditional sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in molasses and eggs. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, cloves and ginger; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Shape 1/4 cupfuls of dough into balls; roll in sugar....

Ingredients 1/2 pound smoked kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch slices3/4 cup fresh or frozen snow peas, thawed1/3 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons curry powder2 tablespoons butter1 cup cooked instant rice2/3 cup water2/3 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes Preparation In a large skillet, saute the kielbasa, snow peas, green pepper, onion and curry powder in butter until vegetables are tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; heat through....

Ingredients 1 pt. blackberries 1/2 c. fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 c. sugar 3 tbsp. sugar 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 large eggs 6 tbsp. cake flour (not self-rising) 1 c. milk 3/4 tsp. salt boiling water 4 oz. Creme fraiche Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Process 2 1/2 ounces blackberries (12 to 15 berries), 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons sugar in a food processor or blender until smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 pound beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)1 cup fresh arugula or fresh baby spinach1/3 cup jarred or prepared bruschetta topping1/3 cup blue cheese salad dressing Preparation Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 6-8 minutes on each side. Let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat1-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth2-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots (about 12 ounces)1 large tomato, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons taco seasoning2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 7-9 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, plus more for pan 2 (12-oz.) bags marshmallows 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 12 c. Rice Krispies 8 oz. dark chocolate chips, melted 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 c. packed brown sugar 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 c. almond flour 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. mini chocolate chips Preparation Step 1Make Rice Krispies treat: Grease a 9"-x-13" baking pan with butter. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter....

Ingredients 12 large eggs water Preparation Step 1Place eggs in a large pot and cover by an inch of cold water. Place pot on stove and bring to a boil. Instantly turn off heat and cover pot. Let sit for 11 minutes. Step 2Remove from pan and transfer to ice water. Let cool 2 minutes before peeling and serving. Start with old eggs It might sound weird, but old eggs peel more easily, so you won’t risk tearing up the whites....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups shortening2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature 1/2 cup honey1 teaspoon lemon extract4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in honey and extract. Combine remaining ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons sugar2 ounces Irish whiskey2 cups hot strong brewed coffee (French or other dark roast)1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon creme de menthe, optional Preparation Divide sugar and whiskey between 2 mugs; stir in coffee. In a small bowl, beat cream and creme de menthe, if using, until thickened. Gently spoon onto tops of drinks, allowing cream to float. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup white baking chips1 cup vanilla frosting18 lollipop sticks1/2 pound white candy coating, coarsely choppedStyrofoam block, optionalBlack decorating gel Preparation Prepare and bake cake mix batter according to package directions. Cool completely. Crumble cake into a large bowl. In a microwave, melt baking chips; stir until smooth. Stir in frosting until blended. Add to cake crumbs; mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets....

Ingredients 2 plum tomatoes, quartered1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves1 tablespoon tomato paste1 teaspoon chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce1 garlic clove, peeled and quartered1/2 teaspoon salt1 prebaked 12-inch thin pizza crust2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced into rings Preparation Place the first six ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Place the crust on an ungreased 12-in....