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Ingredients 1cupcreamy peanut butter ⅔cupmaple syrup 1cupall purpose flour ½cupcreamy peanut butter 2tbspunsalted butter,softened 1cuppowdered sugar water,as needed Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, maple syrup, and flour with an electric hand mixer until smooth. Roll the dough into ½-inch balls. Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet, placing 2 balls side-by-side for each cookie....

Ingredients ½cupmayonnaisefull fat ½cupbuttermilklow-fat 2½tspdried basil ¼tspgarlic powder 1pinchsalt ¼cupParmesan cheesefreshly, finely grated Preparation Combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended. Pour into an airtight container and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Serve over a green salad. Related Video

Ingredients 4lbspork shouldertrimmed of any excess fat 1tbspolive oil 1tbsporeganodried 1tbspground cumin 1tbsppaprikasweet or smokey 1½tbspsea salt flakes 1tspblack pepperfreshly ground 2tbspbrown sugar 1pconioncoarsely chopped 6largecloves garlicsliced in half 1pcjalapeno 14oztomatoescrushed 2pcslimejuiced 2pcsancho chilesdeseeded, ribs removed and sliced Preparation Rinse and dry the pork shoulder with a paper towel. Place the pork in a slow cooker bowl and add in the oil, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and brown sugar on the pork....

Ingredients 2½cupscake flour,sifted, spoon and leveled 2tspbaking powder ½tspbaking soda 1tspsalt ¾cupunsalted butter,(1.5 sticks), softened to room temperature 1¾cupsgranulated sugar 5large egg whites,at room temperature ½cupsour cream,at room temperature 1tbsppure vanilla extract 1cupwhole milk,at room temperature 8ozchocolate bars,each finely chopped ½tspvegetable oil or coconut oil 1½cupsunsalted butter,(3 sticks), softened to room temperature 6¼cupsconfectioners’ sugar ⅓cupwhole milk or heavy cream 2tsppure vanilla extract ⅛tspsalt red, orange, and black gel food coloring...

Ingredients 9sheetschocolate graham crackers,crushed 2tbspsugar 6tbspbutter,melted 4ozbaking chocolate,unsweetened 1cupsalted butter,softened 1½cuppowdered sugar 1tspvanilla extract 4whole eggs fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings,for topping Preparation Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line an 8×8-inch pan with aluminum foil. In a medium sized bowl combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the 8×8 inch pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let the crust completely cool. In a small microwave safe bowl melt the unsweetened baking chocolate 30 seconds at a time until smooth....

Ingredients ½cupbutter,softened ¾cupsugar ¾cuppacked brown sugar 2eggs,plus 1 yolk 2tspvanilla extract 2tbspmilk 2½cupsall-purpose flour 1tspbaking soda 1tspsalt ¼tspcinnamon ½cupgranola 1cupM&M’s,preferred variant 1cupchocolate chips,(dark or semisweet) Preparation In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until combined. Set aside. Using an electric mixer (with a separate bowl), cream the butter, sugar and brown sugar together with a mixer on medium speed until combined. Add the eggs and yolks one at a time, beating between each addition....

Ingredients 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1 tsp Greek seasoning (such as McCormick) 1/8 tsp black pepper 1 lb flank steak, trimmed 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided 1 tsp butter 1 tsp olive oil 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp minced garlic 6 oz fresh baby spinach 4 6-inch pitas, cut in half 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced 24 English cucumber slices 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained...

Ingredients ¼cupcoconut oil,or canola oil, or vegetable oil ⅓cuphoney ½cuppeanut butter,honey roasted, or desired peanut butter brand 1tsppure vanilla extract 3cupsold-fashioned rolled oats 1cuppeanuts,honey roasted ½tspground cinnamon ½cuppeanut butter chips,optional ½cupmini M&M’s,or regular sized M&M’s, optional Preparation Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line one large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. In a large heat-proof bowl, microwave the coconut oil and honey together for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup mashed potatoes, warm 1/2 tsp. salt 1 cup nuts , or coconut 2 tsp. baking powder 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 cup milk 2 tsp. cocoa 4 eggs, separated, add 2 yolks to mixture, save other 2 1 cup milk 1 cup sugar 1 tbsp. butter 1 cup coconut 2 egg yolks, beaten 1 tbsp. flour...

Ingredients 4cupsfresh kale,chopped 4cupsRomaine lettuce,chopped 2cupscroutons,instructions below ¾cupParmesan cheese,grated 1cupcherry or grape tomatoes,halved, optional ½cupplain Greek yogurt ½cupParmesan cheese 4tbspfresh lime juice 1tbspextra-virgin olive oil 1-2tspanchovy paste,to taste 2tspWorcestershire sauce 1clovegarlic,pressed or finely minced 1tspDijon mustard ¼tspsea salt pinch of black pepper 4tbspmilk Preparation Add the kale, Romaine, croutons, Parmesan, dressing, and tomatoes to a large bowl. Toss until combined. Serve immediately. Add all ingredients except milk to a small mixing bowl, and whisk together until combined and smooth....

Ingredients 3½cupsold fashioned oats 1cuppecans,chopped ½cupmaple syrup 3tbspcanola oil 2tbsplight brown sugar,packed 1large egg white 1tspmaple extract 1tspvanilla extract 1tspground cinnamon ½tspsalt Preparation Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Pour oats and pecans into a large mixing bowl. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients. Pour over oats and toss until evenly moistened. Pour mixture onto a Silpat or parchment paper-lined baking sheet and spread into an even layer....

Ingredients 1cupwater 1cupgranulated sugar 1jalapeño,quartered lengthwise, seeds and ribs removed for a milder syrup 2tbspcoarse salt 2tbspground chile powder 1lime wedge 3ozgrapefruit juice,(90ml) fl 2ozmezcal,(60ml) fl 1ozcampari,30ml Preparation In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together water and sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer, just until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove the pot from the heat, add the jalapeño, and cover the pot. Let infuse for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator....

Ingredients 2 lbs pasta 1/2 cup salt 4 large lemons 1/2 cup vodka 2 cups heavy cream 1 tsp pepper 1/2 cup parsley, chopped 1 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large pot, bring water mixed with 1/2 cup of salt to a boil. Cook the pasta in the boiling water for 8-10 minutes. Grate the rind of one lemon, then squeeze all the lemons and reserve their juices....

Ingredients 2ripe peaches,large, halved and pitted 2tbspsugar,plus 1 tsp, divided 1egg white,large, at room temperature pinchground cinnamon,or chopped pecans, crushed graham crackers, and/or drizzle of honey, optional extra toppings Preparation Preheat broiler. Places peaches, cut side up, on a baking sheet and sprinkle evenly with 1/4 teaspoon sugar on each half. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat for about 3 to 5 minutes or until tops begin to brown....

Ingredients 1tbspolive oil 1cupmedium white onionpeeled and diced 1cupcarrotsdiced 1cupcelerydiced 4clovesgarlic 8cupschicken stock 2cupsshredded cooked chicken ½cuppepperoncini pepperschopped 1pcbay leaf 4ozpasta 1tspsalt 1tsppepper Preparation Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add carrots, celery and garlic and cook for 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chicken stock, shredded chicken, pepperoncini peppers, bay leaf, and stir to combine. Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer....

Ingredients 1lbsrusset,peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 1lbparsnips,peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 3clovesgarlic 1sprigrosemary ½tbspsalt,plus more to taste ¼cuplight sour cream ¼cupMilk 1tbspunsalted butter pinchblack pepper Preparation Cover potatoes, parsnips, and garlic with 1 inch of water in a 4 to 6-quart pot, then add sprig of rosemary and salt and bring to a boil, partially covered. Reduce heat and simmer vegetables, partially covered, until very tender but not falling apart, 30 to 40 minutes....

Ingredients 2lemons 10parsley sprigs extra virgin olive oil 2lbswild salmon,(1 whole), such as sockeye or coho, skin on ½tspkosher salt fresh black pepper,to taste 2tbspfresh dill,chopped 1tbspfresh chives,chopped 1tbspfresh parsley,chopped Preparation Slice 1 of the lemons thin, the second into wedges. Place the lemon slices on a large sheet pan arranged in the center just under the fish. Top with parsley sprigs and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Drizzle the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil over the flesh side of the fish and rub all over, season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 lb Italian sausages, spicy, casings removed 1 cup onion, chopped 3 large garlic cloves, chopped 2 tsp dried oregano ¼ tsp red pepper, dried, crushed 28 oz tomatoes , canned, crushed, with added puree 14 ½ oz diced tomatoes, canned, with green pepper and onion, liquid reserved 1 ½ cup fresh basil leaves 15 oz ricotta cheese, part-skim, plus 1 cup 1 ½ cup mozzarella cheese, grated...

Ingredients 28oztofu,extra firm, drained 2tbspsoy sauce,low sodium ¾tspgarlic powder,divided ½cupall-purpose flour 1tbspCorn Starch ½cupunsweetened non-dairy milk ½cupPanko bread crumbs 1tbspnutritional yeast 1tsppaprika ¼tspcayenne ½tspkosher salt ¼tsppepper olive oil,to taste vegan teriyaki sauce,to taste vegan bbq sauce,to taste Preparation Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Slice the blocks of tofu in half so you have 4 thin blocks. Place between 2 clean dish towels and stack a baking sheet and books or other heavy items on top to press out the excess liquid....

Ingredients 1cupmilk,warm ¼cupsugar 1pkgactive dry yeast 1cupall purpose flour 3cupswhole wheat flour 3tbspbutter,melted 2eggs ¾tspsalt 3tbspoil 1onion 4clovesgarlic 1tspfresh ginger, grated 1lbground chicken 1tspsmoked paprika 1tspcoriander ¼tspturmeric ¼tspcumin 3tbsptomato paste ⅓tspsalt,or to taste ⅓tsppepper ½tspchili powder,optional ½cuppeas,frozen , thawed black/white sesame seed,optional Preparation First, warm milk by placing it in the microwave for 20 seconds or so. Add sugar to milk and mix well. Then, add in the active dry yeast and set aside for 10 minutes....