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Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)1 egg3 tablespoons butter, softened1/4 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegDash allspice3-3/4 cups plus 1 tablespoon bread flour2 teaspoons active dry yeast1 cup dried fruit (dried cherries, cranberries and/or raisins)1/3 cup chopped pecans Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first nine ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available....

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, diced1 cup chopped red onion1 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped green pepper3 small sweet pickles, chopped1/4 cup peanuts, choppedSALAD DRESSING:3/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup vegetable oil2/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, toss together the first six ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the salad dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients 3 head garlic 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 qt. half-and-half 1 tbsp. chopped thyme 1 tsp. chopped rosemary Salt and freshly ground pepper 5 lb. Yukon gold potatoes 9 oz. aged Manchego cheese 5 oz. San Simón or smoked Gouda cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a 9-inch cake pan, drizzle the garlic with the oil. Cover with foil and roast for 40 minutes, until tender....

Ingredients 4 lb. peaches (about 9 large peaches) 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar 8 c. water Preparation Step 1Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Using a pairing knife, cut a shallow “x” into the bottom of each peach. Step 2Add peaches to boiling water and let boil for 3 minutes. Remove peaches and place directly in bowl of ice water. When peaches are cool enough to handle, peel peaches....

Ingredients 1 lb. green beans, trimmed 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional) juice of 1/2 lemon (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425°. Toss green beans with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Spread beans into an even layer on a large baking sheet and roast until golden and tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Step 1In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil....

Ingredients 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour, plus more for surface 2 tbsp. cornstarch 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 3/4 c. cold water 1 tsp. peanut oil, plus more for flying 1/2 c. rice, rinsed twice 4 1/2 water, plus more as needed Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon dried celery flakes3 tablespoons dried minced onion3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning3/4 teaspoon rubbed sage10-1/2 cups dried bread cubes (about 24 slices) or unseasoned croutonsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1 cup water2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a small resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; mix well. Place the bread cubes in a large resealable plastic bag; add the small seasoning bag....

Ingredients 3 3/4 c. flour 1/2 c. sugar 4 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 lb. cold unsalted butter 1 c. raisins 2 tsp. caraway seeds 3 large eggs 1 c. buttermilk Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 400°F. Butter a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut or rub in the butter until the mixture is the texture of fine meal....

Ingredients c. Japanese sesame paste or tahini 3 tbsp. brown rice miso 3 tbsp. white miso 3 tbsp. mirin 2 tbsp. rice vinegar 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil c. pine nuts 12 oz. Japanese, Persian, or kirby cucumbers kosher salt 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. Toasted sesame seeds Preparation Step 1In a blender or food processor, blend the sesame paste, brown rice and white misos, mirin, vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar3 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda3 large eggs, beaten2/3 cup canola oil3 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups shredded zucchini1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnutsMASCARPONE FROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup Mascarpone cheese1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, oil and vanilla....

Ingredients 2 sheets refrigerated pie crustFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd, divided 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 cup fresh blueberriesConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. On a work surface, unroll crusts. Cut 24 circles with a floured 3-in. scalloped round cookie cutter, rerolling scraps as necessary. Press circles onto bottoms and partway up sides of ungreased muffin cups, smoothing edges....

Ingredients 1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/4 inches thick and 1-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil3 teaspoons Creole seasoning2 large tomatoes, chopped1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained3 green onions, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed (1/2 inch) Preparation Rub both sides of steak with oil; sprinkle with Creole seasoning....

Ingredients 1 bottle white wine 1 c. honey 1 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1 small bay leaf 1/4 tsp. crushed mastic (see Tips & Techniques) 1 pinch saffron 2 dates Preparation Step 1Place all but ½ cup wine in a saucepan and add the honey. Stir and heat just enough to dissolve the honey. Add the pepper, mastic, bay leaf, and saffron. Remove from the heat.Step 2Remove the pits from the dates if unpitted....

Ingredients 1 lb. vegetables 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, or fat of your choice Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. herbs and spices, if using Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400º. Toss vegetables with oil and season with salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you’re using. Step 2Roast until crisp and tender, 20 minutes to 1 hour depending on the vegetables. Size matters. The most important goal is to have all of your vegetables perfectly roasted at the same time....

Ingredients 7 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup honey1/4 cup plain yogurt2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon lemon extractICING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine honey, yogurt, lemon zest and lemon extract....

Ingredients 1 whole garlic bulb2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 medium butternut squash (about 3-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes2 large sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large red onion, cut into wedges2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges1/4 cup dry bread crumbs3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves)....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds oxtails1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon soy sauce2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon garlic powder2 teaspoons all purpose seasoning1 teaspoon browning sauce, optional1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon butter2 medium carrots, cut into matchsticks2 medium red potatoes, peeled and diced1 small onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced3 cups beef broth6 fresh thyme sprigs1 fresh rosemary sprig1/4 to 1 scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, seeded finely chopped...

Ingredients 3 large eggs2 large egg yolks3/4 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup light corn syrup1/3 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons Kentucky bourbon, optional1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash salt1 cup coarsely chopped pecans or chopped walnuts1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)1 egg white, lightly beaten3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, yolks, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, bourbon if desired, vanilla and salt....

Ingredients 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, melted and slightly cooled, plus more for brushing 4 c. blanched finely ground almond flour 2 large eggs 1/4 c. packed brown Swerve 1 tsp. baking powder 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, divided 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tbsp. Swerve granular Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Brush a 9x9-inch baking pan with butter. Line with parchment paper leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides....

Ingredients FILLING:2 cups chopped walnuts or hazelnuts1 cup chopped maraschino cherries, patted dry2/3 cup honey1/2 cup sugarBREAD:2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon salt4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flourConfectioners’ sugar icing Preparation In a small bowl, combine filling ingredients. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in water. In a large bowl, combine the butter, sugar, eggs, salt, yeast mixture and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth....