Ingredients 1 small white onion 1 large garlic 1 large red bell pepper 3 lb. mixed heirloom tomatoes 2 to 3 cups tomato juice 2 tbsp. white wine vinegar 2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. Black pepper Pinch of cayenne pepper 1/4 c. olive oil Preparation Step 1In a blender or the bowl of a food processor fitted with knife blade, mince onion and garlic until almost pureed. Transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) whole potatoes, drained3 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepperDash garlic salt Preparation In a large ungreased 2-qt. baking dish, combine all of the ingredients. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cold butter, cubed2 to 3 tablespoons cold waterTOPPING:1 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour3 large eggs1/2 teaspoon almond extractFROSTING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons water1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Place flour in a small bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Divide dough in half....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs1-1/2 cups fat-free milk1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal4 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon saltHONEY BUTTER:1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons honey Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the milk. Combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/3 cup canola oil1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons poppy seeds1/2 teaspoon saltFresh fruit or mixed greens Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and shake well. Store in the refrigerator until serving. Serve with fruit or mixed greens.

Ingredients Preparation In a small pot, heat chicken fat until liquified and starting to smoke. In a medium heatproof bowl, combine all other ingredients. Slowly pour schmaltz into the bowl, letting it sizzle through all of the spices. Whisk to incorporate fully and let cool completely. Cut each cucumber into three pieces, then use the flat size of your knife to smash each piece into two craggy halves. In a large bowl, toss smashed cucumbers with chili oil, sesame oil, and MSG until evenly combined, then season with salt to taste....

Ingredients 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeds removed, and cubed 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Pinch red pepper flakes Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, toss squash with oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Step 2Spread out on prepared baking sheet and roast until fork tender, about 40 minutes. Cutting butternut squash may seem intimidating (promise it’s not!), but lucky for you, we already have a how-to on how to cut a butternut squash....

Ingredients 1 can garbanzo beans (also called chickpeas) 1 clove garlic 3 tbsp. tahnini (You can find this sesame seed paste with international foods or peanut butter, depending on the grocery store.) 1 tbsp. olive oil salt 1 lemon water (optional) Paprika (optional) 2 piece pita bread cut into wedges (optional) 1 medium cucumber 2 medium carrots Preparation Step 1Open the can of garbanzo beans. Strain the juice, and rinse the beans with fresh water....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 large onion, chopped1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 to 5 pounds), cut up2 tablespoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups water2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water1 cup sour cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Sprinkle chicken with paprika, salt and pepper; place in an ungreased roasting pan. Spoon onion mixture over chicken....

Ingredients 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and parsley flakes1 pound bulk Italian sausage8 large eggs3 tablespoons 2% milk1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup mayonnaise8 croissants, split8 slices tomato1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cheese, jalapeno and herbs. Crumble sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight patties....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup strong brewed coffee1 tablespoon instant coffee granules1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole wheat flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips3/4 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning, divided2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 cup cream cheese, softened2 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1/4 cup mango chutney2 lettuce leaves1/4 cup julienned sweet red pepper4 thin slices red onion Preparation Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon jerk seasoning. In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil for 5-6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice4-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound finely chopped cabbage (about 8 cups)2 medium carrots, finely chopped (about 2 cups)3 tablespoons grated onion Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients until combined. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours and up to 3 days before serving.

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up2 quarts water3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup sliced green onions1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped celery2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 pound fully cooked ham, cut into 3/4-inch cubes1/2 pound fresh or frozen uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined1 cup fresh or frozen sliced okra1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauceSliced green onions, optional...

Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 green onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons chopped jalapeno pepper1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (20 ounces) turkey breast tenderloins Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add turkey. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon barbecue seasoning2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 pounds small potatoes, quarteredSAUCE:2/3 cup ranch salad dressing4 teaspoons bacon bits2 teaspoons minced chivesDash hot pepper sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine oil, barbecue seasoning, garlic and lemon juice. Add potatoes; toss to coat. Place on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 28 in. square). Fold foil around potato mixture and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 6 very ripe heirloom tomatoes 1/4 tsp. sugar salt 2 green onions 2 clove garlic 2 tsp. minced fresh oregano balsamic vinegar Sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil country-style bread Preparation Step 1Slice the tomatoes, capturing their juices. Layer the tomatoes on a platter, sprinkling them with the sugar, salt to taste, green onions, garlic (if using), oregano, and the captured juices as you arrange them....

Ingredients 2 cups heavy whipping cream2 cups half-and-half cream1 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Combine all ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar completely. Fill cylinder of ice cream maker no more than two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer’s directions. (Refrigerate any remaining mixture until ready to freeze.) Serve immediately or store in covered containers in freezer.

Ingredients 1 bone-in fully cooked spiral-sliced ham (7 to 8 pounds)1/2 cup pear nectar1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup honey Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Line a roasting pan with heavy-duty foil. Place ham on a rack in pan. Combine pear nectar and orange juice; brush 1/3 cup over ham. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes, brushing twice with remaining juice mixture. Combine brown sugar and honey; spread over ham....

Ingredients 6 hard-boiled large eggs1/4 cup mayonnaise1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepperDash paprika Preparation Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks; set whites aside. In a bowl, mash the yolks. Add mayonnaise, horseradish, dill, mustard, salt and pepper; mix well. Pipe or spoon into egg whites. Sprinkle with paprika. Refrigerate until serving.