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Ingredients 2large eggs 1cupsugar ½cupvegetable oil 1cuppumpkin puree 1¼cupsflour 1tspcinnamon 1tspbaking powder ½tspbaking soda ¼tspsalt ½cupdried cranberries,chopped, divided Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with baking spray. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, oil, pumpkin and ⅓ cup of cranberries, until well combined. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture, then whisk until just combined....

Ingredients ½tspolive oil 1clovegarlic,crushed Cooking spray 1¼cupsquinoa,rinsed and drained 8oztomato sauce,(1 can) 2cupsreduced-sodium chicken broth,or vegetable broth 1½tspcumin 1tbspchipotle en adobo sauce,more for a spicier dish Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper,to taste 4ozdiced green chiles,(1 can) ¾cupcanned black beans,drained and rinsed ¾cupcorn,fresh or frozen, thawed ¼cupfresh cilantro,chopped, plus 2 tbsp for garnish 1½cupsMexican cheese blend,part-skim, shredded, divided 4ozhaas avocado,diced 2tbspscallions,chopped Preparation Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F....

Ingredients 3 lb apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into ½-inch thick rings 1 cup water 2 cups sugar ⅓ cup Red Hots cinnamon candies Preparation Combine all the ingredients except the apples in a skillet to make a syrup. Cook apple rings in a covered skillet in syrup until tender. Serve and enjoy with accompaniments. Related Video

Ingredients 2lbssweet potatoes,peeled and cut into 1½-inch pieces 2tbspcooking oil 1tspsalt 1¼tspfresh ground black pepper 1chicken,(3 to 3½ lbs) 1tbspbutter 6tbsppure maple syrup 1½tbspbourbon Preparation Heat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a large roasting pan, toss the sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the oil, ½ teaspoon of the salt, and ¼ teaspoon of the pepper. Push them to the edges of the pan, leaving a space in the center for the chicken....

Ingredients 1 tbsp butter 1 shallot, minced 1 salmon fillet , 12 oz (or two 6 oz fillets) salt pepper 1/4 cup Irish whiskey 1 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp fresh tarragon, minced 1/4 cup whipping cream lime wedges Preparation Melt the butter in a medium-sized skillet. Add in shallot and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Season the salmon with salt and pepper for flavor. Then sauté the salmon for 3 to 4 minutes per side....

Ingredients 1lbthin spaghetti Salt and pepper,to taste 1lbraw shrimp,(21-25 count), peeled and deveined with tail on 3clovesgarlic,minced ½tspcrushed red pepper flakes 1lemon,zested and juiced 4tbspbutter,divided 2tbspolive oil 1/4¼cupwhite wine 20buttery crackers,crushed into pieces and crumbs 6ozparmesan cheese,shredded 12ozfrozen peas Preparation Set pot of salted water to boil for the pasta. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a frying pan and add crushed buttery crackers. Cook until crackers are crisped and browned....

Ingredients 10lbsspiral hamsliced 20ozpineapple bitscrushed 2cupsbrown sugar Preparation Add the ham to the slow cooker, trimming off the bottom as needed to fit. Add the pineapple bits to your ham then cover with 1 cup of the brown sugar. Cook on Low for 2 to 3 hours. Cover with remaining brown sugar before serving. Related Video

Ingredients ¼cupextra virgin olive oil ½lbbacon,smoky slab 1large white onion 4large garlic cloves 3lbsgreen beans ½tspred pepper,crushed 35ozItalian tomatoes,(1 can), peeled 2cupschicken stock 2bay leaves salt Preparation In a large enameled cast-iron casserole, heat the olive oil until shimmering. Add the bacon and cook over moderate heat, stirring, for about 8 minutes, until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a plate. Add the onion and garlic to the casserole and cook, stirring, for about 8 minutes, until softened....

Ingredients 2lbchicken thighs,boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces ¼cupflour 2eggs ½cupcornstarch oil,for frying ⅓cupKorean gojuchang red pepper paste 3tbsprice vinegar ¼cupbrown sugar 2tbspsoy sauce 1tspsesame seeds,for garnish Preparation Toss the chicken in the flour, then dredge into the egg, and finally coat in the cornstarch. In a large glass bowl add the gojuchang, vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce and whisk until well combined. Heat up a heavy-bottomed pan with 3 inches of oil to 375 degrees F....

Ingredients 1lblean ground beef 2tbspolive oil 1cantomato sauce 1canRotel tomatoes,diced 1pkgtaco seasoning 1onion,diced 1tbspgarlic,minced ½pkgfresh mushroom 1tspsugar 1Roma tomato,diced fresh cilantro,diced mozzarella cheese,shredded, (or Velveeta cheese) cheddar cheese,shredded 1pkgspaghetti Preparation Heat olive oil over medium heat, then brown ground beef. Add onions and garlic and cook for a few minutes. Once golden-brown, add mushrooms and cook for a couple of minutes. Add taco seasoning, tomato sauce, canned Rotel tomatoes, and sugar....

Ingredients 2chicken breasts,boneless skinless olive oil,to taste salt,to taste pepper,to taste garlic powder,to taste oregano,to taste 1mozzarella cheese ball,fresh 1medium tomato 5fresh basil leaf,cut into thin strips 1cupdark balsamic vinegar ⅓cuphoney 2chicken breasts,boneless skinless olive oil,to taste salt,to taste pepper,to taste garlic powder,to taste oregano,to taste 1mozzarella cheese ball,fresh 1medium tomato 5fresh basil leaf,cut into thin strips 1cupdark balsamic vinegar ⅓cuphoney Preparation Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. On a parchment-lined baking sheet, season both sides of the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano....

Ingredients 22ozfresh tortellini 1lbbeef fillet 1large onion,chopped 1tbspminced garlic 1large red bell pepper 1large carrot,peeled, washed and chopped 1lblean ground beef mince 15oztomato sauce 2tbsptomato paste 2tbspvegetable stock powder salt and pepper,to season ¼cupchopped parsley,divided ½cupfreshly grated parmesan cheese to serve Preparation Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling, salted water until just tender. Drain and return to pot. Fry the beef fillet in batches until browned and cooked to your liking over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 3lbsYukon Gold,or Russet potatoes, cut into large chunks 4garlic cloves 6tbspbutter,like SmartBalance ½cupmilk,warmed 1tbspwasabi paste,add more or less to taste 2tbspsoy sauce 4scallions,diced, root end trimmed salt and pepper Preparation Place the potatoes, garlic and salt in large saucepan, then cover with cold water. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, then simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until the potatoes are done. Add the butter, milk, wasabi paste, and soy sauce....

Ingredients ¾cuplow fat buttermilk 1small jalapeno,seeds removed, leave them in for spicy ¼cupfresh cilantro 1medium haas avocado 1garlic clove 2tbspscallion,chopped 1lime juice ⅛tspcumin ¼tspfresh ground pepper ½tspkosher salt Preparation Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. For a thinner dressing, add more buttermilk; for a thicker dip use less. Related Video

Ingredients 1lbmedium red potato,sliced into ½ in (1¼ cm) thick rounds 1½tspkosher salt ½tspblack pepper ½cupbacon,crumbled cooked bacon 4ozsmall broccoli floret,divided 1cupcheese sauce ½cupcheddar cheese,shredded 1cupcream cheese ½cupheavy cream 1cupmozzarella cheese,shredded, divided 9ozspinach,frozen, 1 pkg, thawed and drained well 1lbmedium red potato,sliced into ½ in (1¼ cm) thick rounds 1tspkosher salt ½tspblack pepper 1lbmedium red potato,sliced into ½ in (1¼ cm) thick rounds 1tspchili powder ½tspblack pepper ½tspkosher salt 2cupschili,prepared...

Ingredients 1¾cupsSwanson® Chicken Stock 2tbspsoy sauce 1tbspvinegar 1tspsugar 1tspgarlic powder 1tspred pepper,crushed 4chicken breast halves,skinless, boneless Preparation Stir the stock, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic powder and red pepper in a shallow nonmetallic dish or a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover the dish or close the bag and refrigerate for 1 hour. Remove the chicken from the marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack and heat the grill to medium....

Ingredients 2½cupswater 2cupsbasil leaves,gently packed 1cupsugar,or more/less to taste ½cupfresh lime juice 2tbsplime zest Preparation In a saucepan, bring the water and sugar to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and allow mixture to cool for 10 minutes (or more). Then add the sugar/water mixture, basil leaves and lime juice to a blender. And carefully then puree the mixture for about 1 minute, or until well-blended....

Ingredients 2cupsfrozen blueberries 1 1⁄2cupsalmond milk 1handfulfresh kale leavesthick stems removed 1bananapeeled, sliced and frozen 1tbspchia seeds 2tspfresh gingerfinely-chopped Preparation Add the blueberries, almond milk, kale, banana, chia seeds and ginger to a blender and pulse until smooth. Garnished with extra chia seeds if desired, serve, and enjoy! Related Video

Ingredients 2partsgin 1splashPernod® Preparation Shake with ice and strain. Related Video

Ingredients ⅓cupwhite sugar,divided 2tbspwarm water,(110 degrees F) 3½tspactive dry yeast ⅔cupmilk 6tbspbutter,softened 2egg yolks,beaten ⅔tspsalt 3⅓cupsall purpose flour 8ozcream cheese,(3 packages) softened 1cupwhite sugar 2egg yolks 1tbsporange liqueur,such as Grand Marnier® ½orange,zested 1tspvanilla extract ½cupwhite sugar 6tbspall purpose flour ¼cupcold butter,cubed ½cupalmonds,thinly sliced 1egg white,beaten Preparation Mix 1 teaspoon sugar, water, and yeast together in a small bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes....