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Ingredients 6 tablespoons baking cocoa1/4 cup hot water1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large egg yolks, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking sodaGLAZE:3 tablespoons baking cocoa2 tablespoons hot water2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons 2% milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup finely ground pecans1 tablespoon red nonpareils Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix cocoa and hot water until smooth; cool slightly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds) 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch slices1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large sweet onion, coarsely chopped1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 jar (24 ounces) garden-style spaghetti sauceHot cooked spaghettiOptional: Sliced ripe olives and shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Place chicken and vegetables in a 3-qt. slow cooker; sprinkle with oregano. Pour sauce over top. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender....

Ingredients 2 large egg whites6 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups unblanched almonds1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg whites until frothy; beat in vanilla. Add almonds; stir gently to coat. Combine the sugars, salt and cinnamon; add to nut mixture and stir gently to coat. Spread evenly in 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 300° for 25-30 minutes or until almonds are crisp, stirring once....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 cup butter, divided1 cup sugar3 tablespoons water8 cups chopped white candy coating (about 3 pounds), divided3 cups dried cranberries, divided Preparation Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan with 1/2 teaspoon butter. In a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, bring 1 cup butter, sugar and water to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 290° (soft-crack stage). Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape sides of saucepan)....

Ingredients 2 cups chopped cauliflower1/4 cup sliced celery1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon white vinegar1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the cauliflower, celery, cheese and bacon. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over cauliflower mixture and stir until coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Ingredients 2 can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup 1 1/2 c. water 4 carrots 1 package seasoned long-grain and wild rice mix 8 skinless, boneless chicken breasts Preparation Step 1Stir the soup, water, carrots, rice and seasoning packet in a 3 1/2-quart slow cooker. Add the chicken and turn to coat.Step 2Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours* or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed3/4 cup whole milk1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseGround nutmeg and pepper to taste Preparation In a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the cream cheese, milk and Parmesan cheese. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes; stir. Cook 2-4 minutes longer or until cheeses are melted. Add nutmeg and pepper. Serve over vegetables.

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine2/3 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano3 tablespoons butter3/4 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, saute the onion, garlic and oregano in butter until onion is crisp-tender. Gradually add the cream and cheeses; cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 2 pounds smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch slices3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups chopped onion1-1/2 cups chopped celery1-1/2 cups chopped green pepper1 cup water1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 bay leavesHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2 c. water 1/4 c. mirin 1/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 c. rice wine vinegar 2 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 2 clove garlic 1 tsp. sugar 8 oz. rice vermicelli 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 6 center-cut salmon fillets with skin salt 1 lb. baby bok choy 2 scallions Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, bring the broth, water, mirin, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sugar to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds red potatoes, cubed1 celery rib, chopped1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 medium carrot, shredded1 green onion, chopped1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish3/4 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon dill weedLettuce leaves, optional Preparation Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool; place in a bowl....

Ingredients 3 cups diced cooked chicken1/2 cup finely chopped celery1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained1 medium apple, diced3/4 cup halved green grapes3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, juice drained and reserved1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup slivered almondsDRESSING:1-1/4 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon vinegar1/4 teaspoon lemon or lime juice1 to 3 teaspoons curry powder Preparation In a large bowl, combine first eight ingredients. Blend all dressing ingredients and toss with chicken mixture....

Ingredients 2 pounds zucchini, sliced (about 4 medium)5 green onions, chopped4 cups chicken broth1 to 2 tablespoons butter, optional1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients. Cover and simmer until zucchini is soft, about 15 minutes. Puree in batches in a blender on low speed; return to pan and heat through.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1/2 medium onion, chopped1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced potatoes, drained2 cans (7 ounces each) white or shoepeg corn, drained1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1 can (8 ounces) bamboo shoots, drained1 tablespoon curry powder1 to 3 teaspoons Thai red chili paste, optional1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper12 ounces peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (61-70 per pound)2 packages (8.8 ounces each) ready-to-serve long grain riceOptional: Lime wedges and fresh basil...

Ingredients 3 cups cubed apples (1/2 inch)2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup chopped celery1 cup miniature marshmallows2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add celery and marshmallows. Stir in mayonnaise. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Stir in pecans before serving.

Ingredients 4 pounds medium red potatoes (about 14), peeled and halved5 hard-boiled large eggs1 cup chopped dill pickles1 small onion, chopped1-1/2 cups mayonnaise1 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperPaprika Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain; cool completely. Cut potatoes into 3/4-in. cubes; place in a large bowl. Chop 4 eggs; slice remaining egg....

Ingredients 5 large eggs, separated1 teaspoon baking cocoa1 cup hazelnuts, toasted and skins removed3 tablespoons dark brown sugar1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled1 teaspoon instant espresso powder1 teaspoon almond extract1/4 teaspoon saltGANACHE:6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line the bottom of a greased 9-in springform pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and dust with cocoa....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 egg1/2 cup molasses3 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltIcing and decorations of your choice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 quarts unsalted popped popcorn1 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup salted peanuts6 plain milk chocolate candy bar (1.55 ounces each) Preparation Place popcorn in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with marshmallows and peanuts. Break candy bars in half and place on top. Bake at 300° for 5 minutes. Let stand for 1 minute; toss to coat. Store in an airtight container.