Ingredients 3 cups white grape juice1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup lemon juice1 bottle (1 liter) club soda, chilledIce cubesAssorted fresh fruit, optional Preparation In a pitcher, combine the grape juice, sugar and lemon juice; stir until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, stir in club soda. Serve over ice. Garnish with fruit if desired.

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups chopped gumdrops Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the candy coating, milk and salt. Cook and stir over low heat until candy coating is melted. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and gumdrops. Spread into prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate until firm....

Ingredients 1 large egg, room temperature, beaten1 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup oat bran1/4 cup maple syrup Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Roll level tablespoons into balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets; flatten with a fork. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup diced fully cooked ham1 cup diced cooked potato1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon milk1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled4 eggs2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper Preparation In a 10-in. nonstick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add ham and potato; cook and stir until potato is lightly browned. Stir in the cheese, milk, horseradish and bacon; cook until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 3 cups thinly sliced leeks (about 4 medium)1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper4 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon herbes de Provence2 sheets refrigerated pie crust1 teaspoon 2% milk2 tablespoons chopped almonds or walnuts, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute the leeks, red pepper and garlic in oil until tender. Remove from the heat; cool for 5 minutes. Stir in the cheese, mustard and herbs; set aside....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons reduced-fat butter1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 pound small fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 tablespoon pine nuts2 cups fresh baby spinach1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard2 teaspoons shredded Romano cheeseOptional: Penne pasta and fresh basil Preparation Flatten chicken slightly; sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup cold butter, cubed4 cups all-purpose flour2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened1 can (12 ounces) cherry cake and pastry fillingSugarConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cut butter into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in ice cream. Divide into 4 portions. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion to 1/8-in. thickness. With a pastry cutter, cut into 2-in....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 pound beef liver, cut into bite-size pieces4 teaspoons canola oil, divided1 cup thinly sliced onion1/2 cup chopped celery2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 bay leaf2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked spaghettiGrated Parmesan cheese Preparation Combine flour and salt; toss with liver. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a skillet, cook liver until no longer pink....

Ingredients 6 lasagna noodles1 pound ground beef1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce1 teaspoon fennel seed, optional2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce and, if desired, fennel seed; heat through. Drain noodles. Spread 1/4 cup meat sauce over each noodle; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each) Preparation Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients; brush over pork chops. Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Broil 4-5 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 145°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Ingredients 6 frozen lobster tails (8 to 10 ounces each), thawed3/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons minced fresh chives3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Using scissors, cut 3 to 4 lengthwise slits in underside of tail to loosen shell slightly. Cut top of lobster shell lengthwise down the center with scissors, leaving tail fin intact. Cut shell at an angle away from the center of the tail at base of tail fin....

Ingredients 2/3 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups milk3 egg yolks, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 to 2 large firm bananas, sliced1 pastry shell (9 inches), bakedMERINGUE:3 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar6 tablespoons sugar1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly....

Ingredients 1 whole fresh pineapple1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1-1/2 cups green grapes, halved1-1/4 cups pina colada-flavored or vanilla yogurt1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted, divided1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon coconut or vanilla extract Preparation Stand the pineapple upright and vertically cut a third from one side, leaving the leaves attached. Set cut piece aside. Using a paring or grapefruit knife, remove strips of pineapple from large section, leaving a 1/2-in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 medium green pepper3 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon baking cocoa1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, optionalSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped2 celery ribs, coarsely chopped1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped4 garlic cloves, peeled2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 pound ground beef3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage1 cup dry white wine1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts2 cups heavy whipping cream3 cans (6 ounces each) tomato pasteHot cooked pasta Grated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place onions, celery, carrot and garlic in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed1 tablespoon dried oregano2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):1 tablespoon water1/2 cup olive oil1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 3 batches (1/4 cup total)....

Ingredients 1 gallon apple cider or apple juice1 cup orange juice1/4 cup maple syrup1/2 teaspoon orange extract1/2 teaspoon lemon extract4 cinnamon sticks2 teaspoons whole cloves1 teaspoon whole allspice Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 5 ingredients. Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves and allspice on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Add to the pan. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until flavors are blended (do not boil)....

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400°. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place cut side down on baking sheet and roast until flesh is easily shreddable, 40 minutes. To start, cut your squash in half lengthwise. This is definitely the hardest part of making spaghetti squash, but with a sharp chef’s knife and some determination, you’ll do just fine....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped1/2 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup ground flaxseed1/2 teaspoon pepper1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed, crumbled1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 cup marinara or spaghetti sauceShredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the egg, mushrooms, oats, onion, flax and pepper. Crumble turkey and beef over mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 3/4 cup plain or butter-flavored shortening, room temperature1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature3 large egg yolks, room temperature1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese1 teaspoon almond extract (or flavor of choice)6 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milkGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons 2% milk1/2 teaspoon almond extract (or flavor of choice)Sliced toasted almonds or assorted sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....