Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened2-1/2 cups sugar2 tablespoons grated key lime zest6 large eggs, room temperature2 tablespoons Key lime juice1 tablespoon vanilla extract4 cups (540 grams) cake flour1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milkFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon grated key lime zest1 tablespoon Key lime juice3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugarLime slices, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and zest until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups finely chopped onion1/4 cup all-purpose flour6 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper4 large eggs, lightly beaten4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and shredded3/4 cup canola oilTOPPINGS:4 ounces loxOptional: Sour cream and minced fresh chives Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Stir in eggs until blended. Add potatoes; toss to coat. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1 cup boiling water1 cup sugar1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed2 tablespoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juiceDash salt3 cups heavy whipping cream, divided 1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces), cubed1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Sprinkle gelatin over cold water. Let stand 5 minutes. Add boiling water; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Add next 5 ingredients; mix well....

Ingredients 5 cups Rice Chex4 cups Corn Chex1-1/2 cups white baking chips4 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup yellow coarse sugar, optional Preparation Place cereals in a large bowl. In top of a double boiler or a metal bowl over hot water, melt baking chips with lemon zest and juice; stir until smooth. Stir in butter until blended. Pour over cereal; toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 cups water1 cup quick-cooking grits3/4 teaspoon salt, divided2 pounds bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided3 large eggs1-1/2 cups whole milk2 tablespoons butter, meltedPepper to taste Preparation In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a large bowl, combine grits, sausage and 1-1/2 cups cheese....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped1 cup chopped cabbage1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium zucchini, chopped6 garlic cloves, minced3-1/2 cups water2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons dried basil2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 cup small pasta shellsFresh basil leaves and shaved Parmesan cheese, optional...

Ingredients 3/4 cup lemon custard-style yogurt3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon honey1 medium apples, sliced2 medium pears, sliced Preparation In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt, cream cheese and honey; cover and process until smooth. Serve with apples and pears. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 1 cup (6 ounces) butterscotch chips1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter2 cups miniature marshmallows1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles Preparation In a saucepan over low heat, cook and stir butterscotch chips and peanut butter until chips are melted. In a large bowl, combine marshmallows and chow mein noodles. Add the butterscotch mixture and stir to coat. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until set, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni1/4 pound sliced bacon, diced1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/3 to 1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2/3 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup sliced radishes2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in drippings until tender; remove with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 1 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 cups thinly sliced cooked beef sirloin steak3/4 cup halved cherry tomatoes1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressingHot cooked spaghetti1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute zucchini and garlic in oil until zucchini is crisp-tender. Add the beef, tomatoes and salad dressing; cook and stir until heated through. Serve with spaghetti. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked long grain rice1 egg, lightly beaten2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar or Asiago cheese3 cups seasoned bread crumbs, divided1/3 cup minced fresh parsleyOil for deep-fat fryingMarinara sauce or Alfredo sauce, optional Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. While still warm, place in a bowl. Stir in the egg, cheese, 1 cup bread crumbs and parsley; mix well. Shape into tennis-size balls. Roll into remaining bread crumbs until well coated....

Ingredients 1 cup biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons canned chopped green chiles1/4 cup cold water4 teaspoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning Preparation In a small bowl, combine the biscuit mix, cheese and chiles. Stir in water until a soft dough forms. Drop dough into 6 mounds in a small ungreased cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Bake at 450° until golden brown, 8-10 minutes....

Ingredients 3 large onions, chopped3 large green peppers, chopped3 celery ribs, chopped1-1/2 cups butter12 garlic cloves, minced3 pounds smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices9 cups chicken broth6 cups uncooked long grain rice3 cups chopped fresh tomatoes1-1/2 cups chopped green onions1/2 cup minced fresh parsley3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce3 tablespoons browning sauce, optional1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon pepper Preparation In several large skillets, saute the onions, green peppers and celery in butter until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1 garlic clove, minced1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)SAUCE:1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce with basil, garlic and oregano2 tablespoons prepared pesto1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 4 hoagie buns, split1 tablespoon butter1 pound uncooked shrimp (41-50 per pound), peeled and deveined1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons lemon juice4 teaspoons snipped fresh dill or 1-1/4 teaspoons dill weed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: Lettuce leaves and sliced tomato Preparation Hollow out bun bottoms, leaving a 1/2-in. shell (save removed bread for another use). In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar3 fresh mint leaves4 large eggs, room temperature2/3 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons grated lemon zest3/4 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon minced fresh mint Preparation Place sugar and mint leaves in a food processor; process until blended. In a large heavy saucepan, whisk eggs, sugar mixture, lemon juice and lemon zest until blended. Add butter; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 170°....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds) 2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium onion, chopped1 medium apple, sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 teaspoons sea salt1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon pepper1 medium lemon, sliced Preparation Fill chicken cavity with celery, onion and apple. Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes (about 7 ounces each), cut into 1/4-inch slices3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperTOPPING:3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup sour cream2 green onions, sliced1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Toss together first 6 ingredients. Place potato rounds on greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)4 garlic cloves, peeled1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/3 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon plain yogurt1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Preparation Combine 2 tablespoons oil and rosemary; drizzle over salmon. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Place salmon skin side down on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. unsalted buter 1 package mini marshmallows (10 oz) 9 drops green food coloring 5 1/2 c. crisped rice ceral 1 bag mini M&Ms 1 can chocolate frosting Preparation Step 1Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in marshmallows and food coloring, mixing until combined, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cereal. Step 2Spread onto a a sheet of wax paper. Let cool for 3-4 minutes....