Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk3 tablespoons yellow mustard3 to 4 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapenos4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips (about 7 strips), cooked and crumbled Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and mustard....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar, divided2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup plain yogurt2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon lemon extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 large egg whites Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and 2/3 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in yogurt, lemon juice, zest and extract....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked jasmine or long grain white rice2 tablespoons butter1 cup sliced celery1 cup thinly sliced green onions1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add celery and onions; cook until tender. Add rice, lemon zest, salt and pepper; toss lightly. Cook until heated through.

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce1 large egg1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1-1/2 cups 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce; heat through....

Ingredients 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 cup sour cream1/3 cup 2% milk, warmed1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese1/4 cup minced fresh chives2 green onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; return to pot. Mash potatoes, gradually adding sour cream, milk and garlic....

Ingredients 3 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Cajun or Mexican stewed tomatoes2 cups diced fully cooked lean ham1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder, ground cumin, dried oregano and dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper3 dashes hot pepper sauce Preparation In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, bring all ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 1/4 c. coconut oil, melted 1 c. pumpkin puree 1/3 c. maple syrup 2 large eggs 1/4 c. Greek yogurt 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. whole wheat flour 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 325° and line a 9"-x-5" loaf pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk to combine coconut oil, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, eggs, and yogurt....

Ingredients 6 slices white bread3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed1 package (16 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni6 tablespoons butter, cubed1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon water1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk1 cup 2% milk4 cups shredded Colby cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper3 cups cubed fully cooked ham (1/2-in. cubes) Preparation Grease a 13-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, drained1/2 cup sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup giardiniera1/3 cup finely chopped onion1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup finely chopped green onions1/4 cup minced fresh parsley3 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon dried oregano1 garlic clove, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper1 round loaf (24 ounces) unsliced Italian bread1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami1/4 pound provolone cheese1/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham Preparation In a large bowl, combine first 12 ingredients....

Ingredients 8 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk or half-and-half cream4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced chives1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper1 tablespoon butterAdditional minced fresh herbs Preparation Whisk together the first eight ingredients. In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture; cook and stir until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains. Sprinkle with additional minced herbs....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, cubed3 medium red onions, chopped (about 2-2/3 cups)2 to 3 celery ribs, chopped (about 1-1/3 cups)5 cups dry bread crumbs3 medium tart apples, chopped (about 2-2/3 cups)1-1/3 cups dried cranberries1-1/3 cups minced chives1 cup chicken broth1 cup unsweetened applesauce2/3 cup orange juice1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup minced fresh parsley4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary4 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a 6-qt....

Ingredients 1 cup soy sauce1 cup dry sherry or chicken broth2 tablespoons ground mustard2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons dried thyme4 garlic cloves, minced1 boneless rolled pork loin roast (4 to 5 pounds)CURRANT SAUCE:1 jar (12 ounces) red currant jelly2 tablespoons dry sherry or chicken broth1 tablespoon soy sauce Preparation In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sherry or broth, mustard, ginger, thyme and garlic; mix well. Pour 1 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the roast....

Ingredients 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, cleaned and halved 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp. honey 1 tbsp. dijon mustard 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add Brussels sprouts, cut side down, and cook undisturbed, 3 to 4 minutes, until golden on the bottom. Add ¼ cup water and cover. Let Brussels sprouts steam until tender, 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup honey2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves Preparation In a small bowl, beat the butter until light and fluffy. Add the honey and thyme; beat just until blended. Store in refrigerator.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature, separated2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2-1/2 cups all-purpose flourColored sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and lemon zest. Gradually beat in flour. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until firm enough to shape. Preheat oven to 350°. Shape level tablespoons of dough into 6-in. ropes. Shape each rope into an “S”, then coil each end until it touches the center....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage1 small onion, chopped2 cans (one 16 ounces, one 8 ounces) sauerkraut, undrained1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar3/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning7 to 8 medium potatoes1/3 cup milkPinch pepper1/2 teaspoon salt, optional2 tablespoons butterPaprika and chopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Add sauerkraut, brown sugar and poultry seasoning; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese (about 12 ounces)1 cup sour cream1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, undrained1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeno peppers, undrainedAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Using a slotted spoon, transfer sausage to a 3-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) prepared pesto1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoesAssorted crackers or baked pita chips Preparation Line a 3-cup bowl with plastic wrap; set aside. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. In another bowl, combine pesto and Parmesan cheese. Layer half of the cream cheese mixture, pesto mixture and sun-dried tomatoes in prepared bowl....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper6 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)3 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach3/4 cup prepared bruschetta topping or vegetable salad of your choiceCrumbled blue cheese, optional3/4 cup blue cheese salad dressing Preparation Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cups water2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium onion, chopped1 medium zucchini, chopped1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni2 teaspoons minced garlic2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1-1/4 cups cooked elbow macaroniShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients....