Ingredients 1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1/3 cup heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons instant coffee granules4 teaspoons hot water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractDash ground cinnamonAssorted fresh fruit and cubed pound cake Preparation In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips with cream over low heat, stirring constantly. Dissolve coffee in water; stir into chocolate mixture. Stir in vanilla and cinnamon. Keep warm. Serve with fruit and cake cubes.
Ingredients 3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with green peppers and onions, undrained3 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf1 teaspoon lime juice1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup chopped green onions...
Ingredients 4 ounces dark chocolate candy coating1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract24 vanilla wafers Preparation Place candy coating and extract in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-60 seconds or until smooth, stirring every 15 seconds. Dip vanilla wafers in coating; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.
Ingredients 6 cups herb-seasoned stuffing croutons1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion3/4 cup butter, divided1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 large eggs yolks, beaten Preparation Place croutons in a large bowl and set aside. In a skillet, saute celery and onion in 1/2 cup butter. Add the corn, water, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool for 5 minutes....
Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry4 large eggs1 cup dark corn syrup2/3 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed, chopped1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1 cup pecan halves Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll pastry sheet into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling. Whisk together eggs, corn syrup, sugar, melted butter and spices. Sprinkle cranberries and chocolate chips onto bottom of crust; top with egg mixture....
Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/3 cup butter, divided1 small onion, chopped1 medium carrot, shredded1 celery rib, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup all-purpose flour3-1/2 cups 2% milk1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons butter. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, saute the onion, carrot, celery and garlic in remaining butter until tender....
Ingredients 2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 cup canned pumpkinPinch ground nutmeg1 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh parsleyAdditional grated or shredded Parmesan, optional Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until tender....
Ingredients 2 haddock or cod fillet (6 ounces each)Salt and pepper to taste2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation Place fillets on a greased baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pat onto fillets. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....
Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons curry powder2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon salt2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth1-1/4 cups water1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk3/4 cup half-and-half cream1/3 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional garnishes: minced fresh cilantro, toasted shredded coconut and toasted chopped pecans Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the curry, gingerroot and salt; cook 1 minute longer....
Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup stuffing mix, crushed3 tablespoons 2% milk2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, divided 1 pound ground beef Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine egg, stuffing mix, milk, cheese and 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 4x2-in. loaves in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until a thermometer reads 160°, 15-20 minutes....
Ingredients 2 green plantains canola oil 4 slice Swiss cheese 1 1/2 c. shredded leftover pernil or turkey breast 4 slice dill pickle 4 slice deli ham 2 tbsp. Deli mustard Preparation Step 1Peel the plantains. Carefully cut them in half lengthwise.Step 2Pour 1 inch of oil into a large skillet and heat over medium heat until the tip of the handle of a wooden spoon dipped in the oil gives off a slow stream of bubbles (about 325° F)....
Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cups pecan halves1 cup walnut halves Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients until blended. Add pecans and walnuts; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased baking sheet. Bake 20-25 minutes or until toasted, stirring twice. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Ingredients 1/4 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup Grape-Nuts1/4 cup raisins1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup milkHeavy whipping cream or additional milk, optional Preparation In a microwave-safe cereal bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Serve with cream or milk if desired.
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cups sugar6 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons coconut extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups sweetened shredded coconutGLAZE:1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup lime juice1 teaspoon grated lime zest1 teaspoon coconut extractToasted sweetened shredded coconut, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy....
Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup butter, cubed1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons strong brewed coffee1/8 teaspoon salt2 large egg yolks, lightly beatenCubed pound cake, sliced bananas and fresh strawberries and pineapple chunks Preparation In a heavy saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat until chips are melted. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, whisking constantly....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup cornmeal2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup whole milk1 large egg, beaten4 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Combine the first five ingredients. Add milk, egg and butter; stir until dry ingredients are moistened. Pour batter into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean....
Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups milk2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) whole potatoes, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons sherry Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the mushrooms, celery and onion in butter until tender....
Ingredients 1/3 cup apricot nectar1/3 cup red wine vinegar1/3 cup canola oil2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts12 cups torn mixed salad greens3 medium ripe pears, sliced1/2 cup dried cranberries3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation For dressing, in a large bowl, whisk together the first six ingredients; set aside. In a heavy small skillet, melt sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add walnuts; stir to coat....
Ingredients 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced1 cup water2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups whole milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon celery saltDash pepperPaprika and minced fresh parsley Preparation Place the potatoes and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and cook until tender; drain and set aside. In the same pan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk....
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1 package (2-1/2 ounces) thinly sliced dried beef, finely chopped2 tablespoons chopped green pepper4-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon garlic powderPepper to tasteAssorted fresh vegetables or crackers Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients until blended; transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes or until bubbly. Serve with vegetables.
