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Ingredients 5 sheets phyllo dough 10 oz. Golden Delicious apples 10 oz. Granny Smith apples 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 pinch salt 1/2 c. golden raisins 2 tbsp. Calvados 1/4 c. day-old bread 1/4 c. granulated sugar c. walnuts 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. fresh squeezed lemon 3 tbsp. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tbsp. raw sugar Preparation Step 1Defrost phyllo dough if frozen. Prepare a baking sheet with a lightly greased piece of parchment paper....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted2/3 cup water1/2 cup skim milk1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped green onions2 tablespoons olive oil2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained1 container (8 ounces) egg substitute1 cup cooked no-yolk medium noodles1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the soup, water, milk, mustard, and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon water1/2 teaspoon clear vanilla extractFood coloring, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar, water and vanilla; stir until combined and smooth (mixture will be thick). If desired, tint with food coloring. With a butter knife or small metal spatula, lightly spread glaze on cooled cookies. Let dry for 1 hour.

Ingredients 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/4 cup chopped almonds2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup sour cream3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extractTOPPING:1/3 cup apricot preserves1/2 cup pineapple tidbits2 to 4 kiwifruit, peeled, sliced and halved1/4 to 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine coconut and almonds; stir in butter....

Ingredients Brownie cupcakes or chocolate cupcakesOrange colored sugar1 tube (4-1/4 ounces) black decorating icingCaramel cream candies, gumdrops and Hot TamalesColored toothpicks Preparation Sprinkle brownies with colored sugar to resemble hot coals. Pipe grill grates onto brownies using icing. Cut caramel candies into slices; indent slightly to form steaks. Cut gum drops in half and cut a caramel candy into small pieces; thread alternately onto toothpicks to form kabobs. Arrange the hot dogs (Hot Tamales), steaks and kabobs on brownies....

Ingredients 3 lb. corned beef brisket 1/2 tsp. whole allspice berries 1/2 tsp. coriander seeds 1/2 tsp. whole cloves 1/4 c. brown sugar 2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325°. Trim excess fat from beef and rinse under cold water. Pat dry and place fat side up in large roasting pan fitted with a roasting rack.Step 2In a medium bowl with the end of a wooden spoon, or in mortar and pestle, combine and crush allspice, coriander, and cloves into slightly smaller pieces....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted2/3 cup whole milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3 bacon strips1 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper4-1/2 cups cooked wild rice3 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), halved1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup vegetable oilMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a saucepan, combine soup and milk. Cook over medium heat until smooth; stir in cheese....

Ingredients 1 cup each dried black beans, dried yellow split peas, dried green split peas, dried black-eyed peas, dried pinto beans, dried kidney beans, dried great northern beans and dried lentilsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):1 smoked ham hock (about 1/2 pound)1 large onion, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 to 2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 quarts water1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce Preparation Sort beans, peas and lentils; combine in a large bowl....

Ingredients 2 cups canned crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup minced green onions1/2 cup diced celery1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper1 tablespoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons celery seedSAUCE:1/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup sour cream1/3 cup chili sauce2 teaspoons lemon juice2 cups shredded lettuce4 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced4 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges Preparation In a large bowl, combine the crab, vegetables and seasonings. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, chili sauce and lemon juice; pour over salad and gently toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed2 cups sugar2 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Pulse cranberries in a food processor until coarsely chopped; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sugar; refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours. To serve, beat cream until soft peaks form. Stir pecans into cranberry mixture; fold in whipped cream. If desired, top with additional cranberries and chopped pecans.

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon ketchup1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1 tablespoon grated onionAssorted crackers Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise and ketchup; beat until smooth. Stir in the crab and onion. Serve with crackers.

Ingredients 1 large egg, beaten1/3 cup milk1/2 cup dry bread crumbs or rolled oats1 garlic clove, minced1 to 2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded carrots1 medium onion, chopped1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 10 ingredients. Add ground beef; mix well. Pat meat mixture into a 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake until no pink remains, 60-75 minutes.

Ingredients 1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers) 1/2 cup (nondiet) cola, divided 6 tablespoons French salad dressing, divided 1 large egg2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)6 hamburger buns, splitOptional toppings: Lettuce leaves and tomato and red onion slices Preparation Combine saltine crumbs, 1/4 cup cola, 3 tablespoons salad dressing, egg, Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add beef; mix well. Shape into six 3/4-in....

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening3 medium firm ripe bananas3 medium apples10 Popsicle sticks1 cup finely chopped walnuts1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Peel bananas; cut in half widthwise. Cut apples in half lengthwise; remove cores. Insert sticks into fruit; dip into chocolate, coating fruit completely; allow excess to drip off. Roll in nuts or coconut. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 teaspoon shortening Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar. Beat in vanilla; mix well. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly with a glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour6 tablespoons baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup water1/2 cup milkFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 to 2 tablespoons milk1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting Preparation Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan; line with parchment. Grease the paper; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1 cup canola oil3 large eggs, room temperature3 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon baking powder2 cups shredded peeled zucchini Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and baking powder; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Stir in zucchini....

Ingredients 3 cups chopped peeled ripe pears (about 3 medium)1/2 cup water1-1/4 cups plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided3 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)4 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup honey2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon almond extract10 to 11 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large saucepan, combine pears, water and 1/2 cup sugar. Simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped pecansConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, salt and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh broccoli, broken into florets1-1/2 cups sliced zucchini1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 large carrots, sliced1 tablespoon olive oil8 ounces uncooked spaghetti1/4 cup chopped onion3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 vegetable bouillon cube or 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon dried thyme2 cups milk1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms and carrot in oil until crisp-tender....