Ingredients 3/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. light corn syrup 1/2 tsp. honey 1/4 tsp. powdered gelatin 3 tsp. baking soda 1/2 bar semisweet chocolate (optional) Preparation Step 1Lightly butter and flour a 9" x 13" aluminum roasting pan; set aside.Step 2In a medium pot, combine sugar, corn syrup, and 3 tablespoons water. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring gently, until sugar has dissolved; it will start to bubble. Swirl occasionally. Add honey and continue cooking until temperature reaches 325°, then turn off heat....

Ingredients Cooking spray, for pan Cocoa powder, for dusting pan 1 box Devil’s food cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box 1 jar hot fudge, warmed (reserve 2 tbsp. for drizzling) 1 c. chopped Andes mints 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened 2 1/2 c. powdered sugar 1 tbsp. whole milk 1 tsp. peppermint extract 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 5 drops green food coloring Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350º, grease a 9"-x-13” pan with cooking spray and dust it with cocoa powder....

Ingredients 1 cup thawed orange juice concentrate2/3 cup chopped onion1/2 cup lime juice1/2 cup honey1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons grated lime zest1/2 teaspoon garlic salt2 garlic cloves, minced10 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In a 4-cup measuring cup, combine the first nine ingredients. Pour 2 cups into a large bowl; add chicken. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons dried thyme2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper12 lamb loin chops (1 inch thick and 3 ounces each)1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced2 small zucchini, thinly sliced1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced Preparation In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, mustard, vinegar, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper; set aside 1 tablespoon. Place the lamb chops on a broiler pan....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1-1/3 cups frozen corn, thawed1 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups instant brown rice Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, corn, water and salt. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice; return to a boil....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips4 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped sweet onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon tomato paste1-1/4 cups beef broth1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons sherry or beef brothHot cooked egg noodles or brown rice Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 2 tablespoons flour and salt. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 1/3 cup shortening1/3 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 tablespoon 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonPEPPERMINT LAYER:4 cups confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons light corn syrup6 tablespoons butter, melted2 to 3 teaspoons peppermint extractCHOCOLATE COATING:2 packages (11-1/2 ounces each) milk chocolate chips1/4 cup shortening Preparation In a large bowl, cream the shortening, butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, separated2/3 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar, divided2 tablespoons dark rum2 cups cake flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup coconut milkFROSTING/FILLING:1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam2 cups sweetened shredded coconutDECORATIONS:Frosted Christmas Tree (see below)Porcelain snowman ornament8-inch glass bubble bowl (about 6-inch opening) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 7 cups whole wheat flour3 cups packed brown sugar2-1/4 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt2-1/2 cups buttermilk6 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring, optionalMilk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir in the buttermilk, butter, vanilla and maple flavoring if desired, until combined. Spread into six greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Cool on wire racks....

Ingredients 5 cups torn Boston lettuce3 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted2 tablespoons vanilla yogurt2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon honey Preparation Combine lettuce, kiwi and pecans. In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, oil and honey until smooth. Pour over salad and toss; serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 uncooked Italian sausage links1 small red onion, thinly sliced1/2 medium green pepper, julienned1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 garlic clove, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil1 large tomato, seeded and chopped1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoSalt and pepper to taste, optional2 French or submarine rolls, split and toasted Preparation In a small skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut into 1/2-in. slices. Return to pan and cook until no longer pink; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into small pieces1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 tablespoon slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli; cook and stir until crisp-tender. Add couscous and garlic; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 6 salmon fillets (4 ounces each)1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 cup lime juice1 teaspoon seafood seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt2 medium sweet red peppers, sliced2 medium sweet yellow peppers, sliced1 large red onion, halved and sliced2 teaspoons olive oil1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed2 cups baby portobello mushrooms, halved2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon Preparation Place salmon in a 13x9-in. baking dish; add lemon and lime juices....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup molasses1 large egg, room temperature3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugarFILLING:3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup marshmallow creme1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 teaspoon lemon extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in molasses and egg. Combine flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)2 green onions, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Place cod in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish; top with parsley mixture. Sprinkle with green onions. Bake, covered, until fish flakes easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes....

Ingredients 2 c. French green lentils 1 bay leaf 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 5 oz. baby spinach 1/2 red onion 2 oz. thinly sliced Genoa salami 1/2 c. pitted green picholine olives 8 basil leaves Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, cover the lentils with plenty of water, bring to a simmer and add the bay leaf....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef3 celery ribs, sliced1 medium onion, chopped3 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef consomme, undiluted1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained4 medium carrots, sliced2 cups water1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1/2 cup medium pearl barley1 bay leaf Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, celery and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted, divided2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup chopped red onion, divided2 tablespoons water4-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar4-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 garlic clove, halved1/8 teaspoon paprika1/4 cup olive oil1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens1 medium pear, thinly sliced1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese1/4 cup dried cherries Preparation For dressing, place 1/3 cup hazelnuts, 2 tablespoons onion, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic and paprika in a food processor; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 c. hazelnuts 6 tbsp. coriander seeds 3 tbsp. whole cumin seeds 1/4 c. sesame seeds 1 tbsp. dried thyme 1/2 c. salted roasted pistachios 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the hazelnuts in a pie plate and toast for 12 minutes, until fragrant and the skins blister. Transfer the hazelnuts to a kitchen towel and let cool....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans2 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 15x10x1-in. baking pan, toss green beans, oil, garlic and Italian seasoning until beans are well coated. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.