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Ingredients 1crown roast pork 7new mexico chilis,(1½ oz), or pasilla chiles, dried 2ancho chiles,(½ oz), dried 5largegarlic cloves ¾cupextra virgin olive oil kosher salt 1½tspground coriander ½tspcaraway seeds 1loafrye bread,seeded 8scallions 16yurkish apricots,(5½ oz), dried 3tbspgolden raisins 1½cupschicken broth,low sodium freshly ground pepper Preparation Remove the pork from the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, cover the chiles with hot water....

Ingredients 1cupbrown lentils,dry 1bay leaf 2sprigsfresh thyme 1cupcarrots,finely diced ⅓cupcelery,finely diced ¼cupred bell pepper,finely diced ¼cupred onion,finely diced ¼cupparsley,minced 1garlic clove,minced 5tbsplemon juice 1tbspolive oil 1tspkosher salt ground black pepper,fresh Preparation In a medium saucepan combine the lentils, bay leaf, and thyme. Add enough water to cover by 1-inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for about 16 to 20 minutes, until lentils are tender but not mushy....

Ingredients 1french bread dough,in tube ½cupnutella ¼tspkosher salt ½cuphazelnuts,chopped 1egg,large 1tbspwater Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Unroll French Bread onto a floured surface, shaping into a rectangle. Microwave the Nutella for 30 to 40 seconds. Using a rubber spatula, spread in an even layer on the surface of the dough, leaving a ½-inch border of dough. Sprinkle the salt and hazelnuts on top of the Nutella evenly. Starting at one long end roll tightly....

Ingredients 8oztoasted pecans 12ozcaramels 1tbspwater 12ozsemisweet chocolate Preparation Make 18 small mounds of pecans on parchment paper, roughly 4 to 5 pecans in each one. Add the caramels and water to a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30 second increments until fully melted and stirred together fully. Scoop 2 teaspoons of caramel over each set of pecans then let it set for 2 to 3 minutes before adding melted chocolate....

Ingredients 2lbsbrussels sprouts 3tbspunsalted butter 1clovegarlic coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 2tspfreshly lemon juice,squeezed ½cupwalnuts Preparation Bring a large pot of water to a boil; insert steamer rack. Add Brussels sprouts; steam until bright green and just tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until soft. Stir in Brussels sprouts; cook until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1cupalmondsroughly chopped 12ozspaghetti 3tbspolive oilor butter 6clovesgarlicpeeled and thinly-sliced 2tbsplemon juicefreshly-squeezed 1cupfresh basil leaves Parmesanfreshly-grated lemon zest Preparation Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Scatter the chopped almonds in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 6 to 9 minutes, or until the almonds are lightly toasted and fragrant. Remove from the oven and set aside. Meanwhile, heat a large stockpot of generously-salted water, then add the spaghetti and cook it al dente according to package directions....

Ingredients 1head cauliflower,cut into florets Olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3eggs,hard-boiled, peeled 6bacon,slices, cooked ¼cupcheddar cheese,shredded 2scallions,thinly sliced, plus more for garnish 1tbspFrench’s yellow mustard ⅔cupmayonnaise 2tbsplemon juice ½tspgarlic powder ¼tsppaprika ½tspfreshly ground black pepper 1tspkosher salt Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in an even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until edges of the cauliflower start to brown and florets are tender....

Ingredients 3tbsppure maple syrup 3tbspreduced sodium soy sauce,or gluten-free soy sauce 1tbspSriracha Hot Sauce 1garlic clove,smashed 4wild salmon fillets,skinless Preparation In a small bowl, combine maple syrup, soy sauce, sriracha, and garlic. Pour into a gallon-sized resealable bag and add the salmon. Marinate for about 20 to 60 minutes, turning once in a while. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Remove the fish from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels....

Ingredients 2lbbroccoli rabe ¼cupsunflower seeds ½cupchopped celery ⅓cupparmesan cheesegrated ¼cupdried cranberries 3tbspolive oil 1tbsplemon juice ½tspDijon mustard ¼cupgarlic clovepressed or minced ¼tspsalt Preparation Pull the broccoli rabe leaves from the stems and discard the stems. Wash and spin dry the leaves. Tear any large leaves into small, bite-sized pieces, then transfer the leaves to a large serving bowl. In a medium skillet over medium heat, toast the sunflower seeds until they are fragrant and starting to turn lightly golden on the edges, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3large russet potatoes,scrubbed 3tbspolive oil 1½tspsalt,divided 1tsppepper,divided 6tbspunsalted butter ¼cupall purpose flour 2½cupsbeef stock 2tspworcestershire sauce 3tbspcornstarch 2tbspwater 1½cupscheese curd Preparation Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. On a cutting board, slice the potatoes into matchsticks by quartering lengthwise. Cut the quarters lengthwise into ¼-inch slices, then cut into ¼-inch matchsticks. Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper....

Ingredients 4 eggs, beaten ½ cup milk ½ cup heavy cream 1 cup gruyere cheese, shredded 1 tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper 3 tbsp unsalted butter 2 cups button mushrooms, canned, quartered ¾ cup red pepper, diced ¾ cup green pepper, diced 2 cups potatoes, peeled, blanched, cut into ¼-inch cubes 1 lb premade pie crust all purpose flour, for dusting Preparation Grease the preferred baking dish, pie plate, or cake tin, and dust with flour....

Ingredients 4large garlic cloves,peeled 1½tspcoarse salt 2tbspolive oil,divided 1tbspwhole black peppercorns 2lbspork tenderloin,cut into 1-inch medallions 2red bell peppers,julienned 1cupwhite wine 2lemons Preparation With a large mortar and pestle, mash the garlic, coarse salt, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and peppercorns into a fine paste. Transfer to a large bowl. With a mallet, flatten the pork medallions to ¼-inch thick pieces. Place in the bowl with the garlic mixture, tossing to coat....

Ingredients 1pkgfrozen puff pastry,thawed according to directions flour,as needed 2medium yukon gold,or yellow finn potatoes, peeled and left in cold water 2tbspolive oil ½tspsalt ¼tsppepper 2tbspfresh herbs,chopped, like rosemary, thyme, parsley, or a mix ¼cupsour cream,to serve Preparation Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unwrap the pastry, and if needed, unfold. Transfer to a baking sheet. Dip your fingers into flour to prevent them from sticking and fold in the edges all around the pastry to make a ½-inch border....

Ingredients 4ozbaby spinach 2ruby red grapefruits,peeled and fruit separated, reserve 3 slices 1haas avocados,diced 1cupquinoa,cooked ⅓ cup dry 1½tbspolive oil 1½tbspchampagne vinegar 2tbspshallots,chopped salt and pepper,to taste 3grapefruit juice,from reserved slices of grapefruit Preparation Rinse quinoa well under cold water and cook according to package directions. Drain and let it cool. Peel the skin and white membrane off the grapefruit and separate the pieces. Reserve three grapefruit slices for the vinaigrette and squeeze the juice....

Ingredients 1½lbscarrots 2tspolive oil ½tspsalt 1tbspunsalted butter 1tbsphoney black pepperfreshly ground Preparation Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the carrots in half width-wise. Then cut them vertically into halves or even quarters to form long, uniform pieces. On a large, rimmed baking sheet, toss the carrots with the olive oil and salt. Spread them into a single layer and roast, stirring halfway, until browned and tender, for 33 to 40 minutes, depending on their size....

Ingredients 3lbboneless pork shoulder roast ½cuplow sodium chicken broth 1cupyellow onion,chopped ½tspdried thyme ½tspdried rosemary 1cupbalsamic vinegar ¾cupketchup ⅓cuphoney ¼cupdark brown sugar,or light, packed 1tbspWorcestershire 1tbspDijon mustard 2clovesgarlic,minced salt and freshly ground black pepper hamburger buns coleslaw,optional Preparation Trim fat from the pork roast, then place roast in a slow cooker and pour broth over top. Top evenly with onions, thyme rosemary, and lightly sprinkle with pepper. Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 9 hours or High for 4½ hours....

Ingredients 2tspMcCormick ® Ground Cumin 2tspgarlic powder 2tsppaprika 2tspchili powder 2tspdried oregano 2tspkosher salt,plus ½ tsp kosher salt, divided ½tsppepper 1lbshrimp,peeled, deveined 1tbspvegetable oil ½cupsour cream 1½limes,juiced 8flour tortillas,warmed red cabbage,shredded scallion,sliced cilantro,minced Preparation In a medium bowl, stir together McCormick Cumin, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, dried oregano, 2 teaspoons of salt, and pepper. Add in the shrimp and toss to coat evenly with the spices. Heat the vegetable oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat....

Ingredients 8tbspunsalted butter 1cupall-purpose flour,spooned and leveled ¼cupcocoa powder,unsweetened ½tspbaking powder ½tspsalt 8ozsemisweet chocolate,or bittersweet chocolate 1¼cupssugar 3largeeggs Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and grease with cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, espresso, and salt. Set a large heat-proof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water to create a double-boiler. Add 3 cups chocolate chips and butter to bowl....

Ingredients 2½lbred tomatoesripe, about 4 large or 9 small ½lbVidaliaor sweet yellow onion, peeled and cut into rough 1″ chunks ½lbcucumberpeeled and seeded 1red bell peppermedium, cored and seeded ¼cupfresh basil leavesplus extra for garnish 1garlic clovelarge, peeled ¼cupextra-virgin olive oil 2tbspsherry vinegaror red wine vinegar ¾tspfine sea salt black pepperfreshly ground Preparation Prepare your blender bowl, a medium serving bowl, and a small bowl on the counter. Core the tomatoes and cut them into rough 1-inch chunks....

Ingredients 4pork chops,boneless center loin, 1-inch thick 1egg,whisked ¼cupflour ½cupItalian breadcrumbs 2tbspParmesan cheese,grated 1tspgarlic powder salt and pepper,to taste 1tbspolive oil,or as needed Preparation Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and salt and black pepper. Season flour on a shallow plate with salt to taste. In another shallow bowl, add the whisked egg....