Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 large sweet onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1/2 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium carrot, shredded6 garlic cloves, minced2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed5 plum tomatoes, chopped1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons yellow mustard4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons vegan Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup1-1/2 teaspoons tomato paste1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper14 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted...

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 cups reduced-fat vanilla ice cream6 tablespoons hot caramel ice cream topping6 tablespoons granola without raisins Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1/3 cup juice and six pineapple slices (save remaining juice and pineapple for another use). In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and reserved juice. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until butter is melted....

Ingredients 2 large acorn squash, halved and seeded1 cup water3/4 pound ground beef1 celery rib, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 medium tart apple, chopped1 cup cooked rice1/4 cup sunflower kernels1 teaspoon curry powder1 egg, beaten5 teaspoons brown sugar, divided1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided4 teaspoons butter Preparation Invert squash in two ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Add water and cover with foil. Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, cook the beef, celery and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)9 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided9 tablespoons milk, divided4 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon light corn syrup, dividedOrange and black paste or gel food coloring Preparation Grease two 13x9-in. baking pans; line with parchment and set aside. Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 8 cups torn fresh spinach3 bacon strips, diced1/2 cup chopped red onion2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon celery seed1/8 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon cornstarch1/3 cup cold water Preparation Place spinach in a large salad bowl. In a small nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, saute onion until tender....

Ingredients 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour12 mint Andes candies, choppedFILLING:12 ounces cream cheese, softened6 tablespoons butter, softened1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips1 tablespoon shortening1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract3 to 4 drops green food coloring, optional12 mint Andes candies, choppedGANACHE:9 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup light corn syrup1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in corn syrup. Gradually beat in flour and mix well. Fold in pecans and cranberries. Shape dough into two 6-in. logs; wrap each and chill until firm, at least 2 hours. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon orange extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 cup sour creamFROSTING:3/4 cup butter, softened6 ounces cream cheese, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractYellow gel or paste food coloringColored sugarsGumdropsOrange peel Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the eggs, orange zest and extract; beat until combined. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream....

Ingredients 4 cups water2 teaspoons ground allspice1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)Dash ground cloves1 gallon apple cider or unsweetened apple juice1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed3/4 cup orange juice1/3 cup honey1 tea bagApple slices, optional Preparation In a stockpot, combine the water, allspice, cinnamon stick and cloves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Add the next 5 ingredients. Return just to a boil. Discard cinnamon stick and tea bag....

Ingredients 2 c. finely crushed Oreos 3 tbsp. granulated sugar 3 tbsp. melted butter, plus more for pan 1 (0.4 oz.) packet gelatin 1 (15-oz.) can pumpkin puree 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 tsp. pumpkin-pie spice mix 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/4 c. heavy cream 3/4 c. granulated sugar 1 c. heavy cream 2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened 1/4 c. sour cream 1 c. powdered sugar 1 tsp....

Ingredients 2 cups whole milk1/3 cup sugar4 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup cold water1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon rose waterPOMEGRANATE SYRUP:1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup pomegranate juice1/4 cup pomegranate seeds2 tablespoons chopped pistachios Preparation In a small heavy saucepan, whisk milk and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, melted1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 eggs3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingOrange paste food coloringGreen and black decorating gelCandy corn and milk chocolate M&M’s, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar and vanilla until well blended. Beat in eggs. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to butter mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows3 tablespoons butter1/8 teaspoon saltRed and yellow gel food coloring6 cups Rice KrispiesWooden pop sticksMiniature chocolate, green and yellow Tootsie Roll Midgees, as desiredMiniature green apple AirHeads barsBlack decorating gel or chocolate frosting, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows, butter and salt. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Remove from heat; tint orange with red and yellow food coloring. Stir in cereal....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup finely chopped pecans6 tablespoons cold butter, cubedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour, divided2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted and cooled1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping1/3 cup chopped pecansGANACHE:1/2 cup milk chocolate chips1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons chopped pecansAdditional caramel ice cream topping, optional...

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar, divided1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened1/4 cup lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 cup reduced-fat whipped topping12 drops yellow food coloring, optional24 whole strawberries Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; coat paper with cooking spray. Set aside. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 cup butter1 cup chicken broth1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided3 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms Preparation In a shallow bowl, mix 1/2 cup flour, salt and pepper. Dip chicken breasts in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix3/4 cup warm water1/2 cup canola oil4 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon lemon extract1 teaspoon almond extract1/3 cup poppy seeds1/2 cup confectioners’ sugarJuice of 1 lemonAdditional confectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cake and pudding mix. Add the water, oil, eggs and extracts. Beat for 30 seconds on low speed....

Ingredients 1/3 cup Crisco® Light Olive Oil3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons minced garlic1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary1/2 pound hot Italian sausage links1 large sweet red pepper, halved1/2 large red onion, cut into wedgesSalt and pepper to taste2 prebaked Italian bread shell crusts (14 ounces each)ADDITIONAL TOPPINGS:1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup crumbled goat cheese2 plum tomatoes, halved, seeded and chopped1/2 cup chopped green onions...

Ingredients 2 tbsp. cracked black pepper 2 dry bay leaves 1 tbsp. Asian fish sauce 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 6 rib eye steaks 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 lb. red onions 2 pickled jalapeños 1 tbsp. dry red wine 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar salt Freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. drained cocktail onions 1/4 c. oil-cured Moroccan olives 1/4 c. torn mint leaves Preparation Step 1In a large, shallow dish, combine the cracked pepper with the bay leaves, fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil....

Ingredients 8 large ears sweet corn in husks6 tablespoons butter, softened1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation Place corn in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes. Mix remaining ingredients. Drain corn; carefully peel back husks to within 1 in. of bottoms and remove silk. Spread corn with butter mixture; rewrap in husks and secure with kitchen string....