Ingredients 5 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling 2 tbsp. McCormick® ground ginger 2 tbsp. McCormick® ground cinnamon 1 1/2 tsp. McCormick® ground cloves 1 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. baking soda 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 c. packed brown sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature 1 (12-oz.) bottle molasses 2 1/4 c. powdered sugar 7 1/2 tsp. meringue powder...

Ingredients 8 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed (6 ounces each)3 tablespoons butter2 to 3 tablespoons Key lime juice or lime juice12 to 16 drops hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon brown sugar1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Place chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Dot with butter; sprinkle with lime juice and pepper sauce. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle evenly over chicken....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 medium onion, chopped1 large carrot, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup frozen peas1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute chicken, onion, carrot and garlic until chicken is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, broth, lemon juice and salt until smooth....

Ingredients 4-1/2 quarts popped popcorn2 cups sugar1/2 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup water1 tablespoon lemon extract1/2 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest Preparation Place popcorn in two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Keep warm in a 225° oven. Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir occasionally until mixture reaches 290° on a candy thermometer (soft-crack stage). Remove from the heat; quickly stir in extract and baking soda....

Ingredients 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup cold water1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon grated lemon zest2 large egg whites, room temperature1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar Preparation In a small saucepan, combine 2/3 cup sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 8 cups water14 lemon-flavored tea bags6 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1/2 cup honey1/2 to 1 teaspoon lemon extract, optional Lemon slices and additional cinnamon sticks Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Remove from the heat; add tea bags and cinnamon sticks. Cover and steep for 6 minutes. Discard tea bags and cinnamon sticks. Stir in honey and, if desired, extract. Serve warm in mugs. Garnish with lemon slices and cinnamon sticks....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons soy sauce1 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint6 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each) Preparation In a large resealable bag, combine the first five ingredients. Remove half of the marinade to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate. Add chicken to the bag; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed1/2 cup quick-cooking barley1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms3 medium carrots, finely chopped3 celery ribs, finely chopped1 large onion, finely chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 cup vegetable broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained Preparation Cook the lentils, barley, quinoa and rice according to package directions....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh parsley leaves2 cups fresh cilantro leaves1 cup fresh mint leaves8 garlic cloves, chopped1-3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided1/2 teaspoon plus 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided2 cups olive oil2/3 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes4 pounds beef flat iron steaks or top sirloin steaks (1 inch thick) Preparation Place herbs, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a food processor; pulse until herbs are chopped....

Ingredients 1 lb. lamb loin chops (8 to 10 chops) 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1 tsp. dried rosemary 1 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. fine sea salt 2 clove garlic 1/4 c. pine nuts 3/4 c. loosely packed basil leaves 1 1/2 c. loosely packed mint leaves 3/4 c. loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp....

Ingredients 1 lb. raw almonds 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 2 tbsp. honey (optional) 1 to 2. tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325°. On a large baking sheet, spread almonds in an even layer and toast until fragrant and lightly golden on the inside, 15 to 17 minutes.Step 2Let almonds cool until pleasantly warm, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer almonds to a high-powered blender or food processor....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese3/4 cup chopped seeded tomato3 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish8 hot dogs8 hot dog buns Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cheese, tomato, onion and relish. Place hot dogs in buns; top with cheese mixture. Wrap each hot dog in a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 12x10 in.). Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat for 8-10 minutes or until heated through. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape....

Ingredients 2 cube pecans 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper kosher salt 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 6 oz. thickly sliced pancetta 1/4 c. white wine vinegar 2 tbsp. caper brine (from a jar of capers) 3 tbsp. pure maple syrup Freshly ground black pepper 2 Granny Smith apples 1 head large radicchio 1 oz. bunch kale 3 snipped chives 1 tbsp. chopped tarragon 2 oz. shaved Pecorino...

Ingredients 3 pounds small red potatoes1/2 cup butter1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation With a vegetable peeler, remove a strip of peel around the middle of each potato. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter; stir in parsley and lemon juice....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened2-1/2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1 large egg yolk, room temperature4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups sour cream6 tablespoons lemon juice3 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 teaspoons minced fresh rosemaryFROSTING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened8-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 teaspoons grated lemon zest2-1/4 teaspoons lemon juiceOptional: Candied lemon and rosemary sprigs Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1/4 lb. bacon 2 carrots 2 onions 2 ribs celery 1/2 lb. mushrooms 6 cloves garlic 1 lb. lentils (about 2 1/3 cups) 1 1/2 qt. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 3 c. water 1 tsp. dried rosemary 1 c. canned tomatoes in thick puree 2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. tubetti or other small macaroni Preparation Step 1In a large pot, cook the bacon over moderate heat until crisp....

Ingredients 1/3 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta1/2 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning1 medium ear sweet corn, husked1 teaspoon olive oil6 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed1 small sweet red pepper, choppedDRESSING:3 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon olive oil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions. Rinse with cold water; drain well. Meanwhile, toss shrimp with jerk seasoning; thread onto metal or soaked wooden skewers....

Ingredients 12 small red potatoes c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 clove garlic salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the potatoes until just tender, about 12 minutes. Drain and let cool. Using the heel of your hand, slightly flatten each potato; be careful to keep the potatoes intact.Step 2Light a grill. In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil with the lemon juice and garlic....

Ingredients 2 beef flank steaks (1 pound each), trimmed1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms1 cup finely chopped green onions1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil2 tablespoons minced chives Preparation Flatten steaks to 1/4-in. In a large bowl, combine the bacon, mushrooms, onions, basil and chives; spread evenly over steaks. Roll the meat up and secure with skewers or toothpicks. Cut each roll into 1/2- to 3/4-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce2 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil3 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 cups shredded zucchini3/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat sugar, applesauce, eggs, oil and vanilla until well blended. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to sugar mixture. Stir just until moistened....