Make this rigatoni romesco with grilled shrimp recipe a new family holiday tradition

The holiday season is the perfect time to gather around the table with friends and family and share delicious dishes and treats.

Every family has their traditional favorites — whether sweet or savory.

Consider giving your traditional holiday feast a creative twist with these three recipes.

They all feature the fresh-roasted taste of peanut butter, a versatile ingredient that complements both sweet and savory dishes, turning simple recipes into new holiday classics.

This flavorful pasta dish features peanut butter in a zesty red sauce with grilled shrimp.It comes together in no time — which means you have more time to enjoy the company of good friends.2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided, plus Z\c cup olive oil3 cloves garlic, divided and chopped1 slice white bread1 cup crunchy peanut butter1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, undrained½ teaspoon red pepper flakes2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley2 teaspoons salt, divided3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon paprika3 pounds (about 3 dozen) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined1 (16-ounce) package rigatoni pasta, cooked according to package directions and kept warmOptional GarnishChopped Italian parsleyChopped peanutsRoasted red pepper stripsAdd 1 tablespoon oil and 2 cloves garlic to a large non-stick skillet on medium heat.Sauté and stir about 1 minute.Transfer garlic to small bowl.Add bread to skillet and cook 2 minutes on each side until toasted.Remove bread and tear into large pieces.Place sautéed garlic, remaining clove raw garlic, bread, peanut butter and roasted red peppers in food processor and purée well.Add in pepper flakes, tomatoes, parsley, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, vinegar, chili powder and paprika; purée.With processor running, add ⅓ cup oil gradually through the feed tube and mix well.Return sauce to skillet and heat thoroughly. Keep warm.Heat grill. Season shrimp with remaining 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper and 1 tablespoon oil in large bowl.Stir to combine.Grill about 2 minutes on each side or until opaque.Place pasta on large platter.Top with sauce, then shrimp. Serve hot.Garnish with Italian parsley, chopped peanuts and red peppers if desired. <B><I><U></B></U></I>

This decadent breakfast or brunch dish can be prepared the night before, so all you have to do in the morning is pop it in the oven.It's an easy way to start the day off with friends and family.No-Stick cooking spray1 cup firmly packed brown sugar½ cup butter½ cup crunchy peanut butter2 tablespoons light corn syrup12 1-inch-thick slices French bread6 large eggs, beaten1½ cups milk½ teaspoon salt¾ teaspoon vanilla extract¼ teaspoon almond extractWhipped cream or whipped butterCoat 13- x 9-inch baking dish with no-stick cooking spray.Stir brown sugar, butter, peanut butter and corn syrup in small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.Pour peanut butter mixture into baking dish. Place bread slices over mixture, trimming to fit.Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, vanilla and almond extracts in a medium bowl.Pour egg mixture over bread. Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight.Heat oven to 350 degrees. Remove cover. Bake 45 minutes or until lightly browned.Invert onto large serving platter.Cut into servings.Serve with whipped cream or whipped butter.

Take baked apples to a whole new level with a peanut butter crumble topping.It’s so good you might want to make two and save one for later.6 cups peeled, sliced Gala apples (about 3 large)¼ cup dried cranberries¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamonTopping6 tablespoons all purpose flour3 tablespoons toasted wheat germ¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar½ cup creamy peanut butter½ cup chopped walnutsCaramel flavored syrup (optional)Heat oven to 375 degrees. Stir apples, cranberries, ¼ cup brown sugar and cinnamon until coated.Spoon evenly in 9 x 9-inch baking pan.Mix flour, wheat germ and ¼ cup brown sugar in medium bowl.Cut in peanut butter with fork until crumbs form.Stir in walnuts. Crumble over apples.Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until apples are fork tender and top is golden brown.Cool 10 minutes.Drizzle with caramel flavored syrup, if desired.Serve warm.