Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup instant hot cocoa mix (about 3 packets)3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 cup vanilla marshmallow bits (not miniature marshmallows)1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla....

Ingredients 8 bacon strips, diced2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/2 teaspoons saltPinch pepper3/4 cup white vinegar1/2 cup water1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut green beans, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained Preparation In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings....

Ingredients Preparation Make bread pudding. Jonathan BoultonIf the crystals on your cream are scaring you away, make something new out of them! This bread pudding recipe from Simply Sifted uses a carton of melted ice cream and a loaf of potato bread to make a sinfully delicious dessert. Look at you, chef!Make French toast. Jillian GuyetteIce cream lookin’ weak? Skip dessert and make breakfast all day with ice cream French toast....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. organic sweet butter 2 tbsp. organic whole wheat flour 1 c. Organic chicken broth 4 organic carrots 1 large organic sweet potato or yam 2 thick slices organic gingerroot 1 c. organic light cream 1 c. organic chicken stock 1 tsp. ground cardamom 1 bay leaf 1/2 tsp. kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1 c. organic velouté (recipe above) 2 c. freshly poached organic chicken 1 c. cooked organic peas...

Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed2 cups chopped fresh kale1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 pounds)1 can (14 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken brothSour cream, optional Preparation Place the sweet potatoes, kale, onion and garlic in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Place roast on vegetables. Add the beans and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/2 cup olive oil6 tablespoons butter, softened2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon lemon extract2 cups cake flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamFILLING:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup Mascarpone cheese1/2 cup marshmallow creme1/2 cup lemon curd2 tablespoons limoncello1 teaspoon grated lemon zestGLAZE:1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons lemon juiceLemon zest strips and fresh mint leaves Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil and butter on medium speed for 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup water1 cup lemon juice1/2 cup fresh mint leaves1/2 cup bourbon, optional4 cups ginger aleIce cubesOptional: Lemon slices and additional fresh mint leaves Preparation In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cook 1-2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; add lemon juice and mint leaves. If desired, stir in bourbon. Refrigerate 1 hour or until chilled. Just before serving, strain mixture into a 2-qt....

Ingredients 3 cups vanilla ice cream, softened if necessary18 miniature meringue cookies6 cups cold pink lemonade Preparation Place 1/2 cup ice cream and 3 cookies in each of 6 tall glasses. Top with lemonade. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use grilled Italian chicken strips1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) prepared pesto1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions; drain. Add the chicken, cheese, corn, pesto, bread crumbs, red pepper flakes and pepper. Toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple1/2 cup port wine or grape juice1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperPORK:1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)Lime wedges Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook 20-25 minutes or until mixture is reduced by half, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1/2 pound fully cooked ham, julienned1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup chopped red onion1/3 to 1/2 cup ranch salad dressing Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the peas, ham, cheese and onion. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, melted2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large eggs1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped hazelnutsFROSTING:2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup heavy whipping cream or refrigerated hazelnut nondairy creamer2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts Preparation In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to butter mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar4 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons baking cocoa1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and cocoa; gradually beat into creamed mixture just until blended. Stir in coconut. Spread into a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. cornstarch, plus more for dusting 1 c. cooked rice flour 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2/3 c. water 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 tbsp. heavy cream 1 tsp. pandan extract 2 tbsp. pumpkin puree 1 1/4 c. white lotus seed paste Preparation Step 1Steam Flour: Prepare a bamboo steamer or steam basket over a pot of simmering water. Combine flour and 2 tbsp. cornstarch on a sheet of parchment paper....

Ingredients 2 c. water 1 c. white long grain rice 1 tbsp. butter Kosher salt Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water to a boil. Add rice, butter, and a large pinch of salt. Step 2Bring pan back to a simmer then lower heat and cook, covered, 18 minutes, or until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Step 3Remove from heat and let sit, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 pound sliced deli roast beef1/2 cup beef broth2 tablespoons red wine or additional beef broth2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper4 sandwich rolls, split4 slices provolone cheese Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir 1 minute....

Ingredients 1 cup butter-flavored shortening3 ounces cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups sugar1 large egg yolk2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon lemon extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/3 cups quick-cooking oats1/2 teaspoon saltTOPPING:1 large egg1 large egg whiteSugar1/2 cup sliced almonds Preparation In a large bowl, cream the shortening, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk, lemon peel and extract. Combine the flour, oats and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 8 plum tomatoes1/2 pound whole fresh mushrooms2 medium red onions2 medium green peppers6 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 teaspoon garlic salt4 cups cubed French bread (3/4-in. cubes)2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and sliced1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Preparation Cut tomatoes and mushrooms in half; place in a large bowl. Cut onions and peppers into 1/2-in.-thick slices; add to bowl....

Ingredients 1/2 c. hazelnuts (3 ounces) 2 stick unsalted butter (1/2 pound) 1 c. confectioners’ sugar 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder tsp. ground cloves pinch of salt 2 large eggs 2 tbsp. brandy 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. seedless raspberry jam 1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch 1 large egg white Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the hazelnuts in a pie plate and toast until fragrant and the skins blister, about 12 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted2/3 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 pound cod fillets Preparation Place butter in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, combine the crackers, cheese and seasonings. Dip fillets in butter, then coat with crumbs. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....