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Ingredients 3 eggs2 cups sugar2 cups grated seeded peeled cucumbers1 cup vegetable oil1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped nuts1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder Preparation In a bowl, beat eggs. Beat in sugar, cucumbers, oil and vanilla until well blended. Combine the remaining ingredients; add to cucumber mixture and beat just until combined. Pour into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon grated lemon zest3/4 teaspoon curry powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce, optional1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup panko bread crumbs3/4 cup mango chutney1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or chivesAssorted crackers Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, lemon zest, curry powder, salt and, if desired, chili sauce; gently fold in crab. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting1 tube red decorating frosting or gel Preparation Prepare cake batter for cupcakes according to package directions. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Frost cupcakes with vanilla frosting....

Ingredients 1 cup cut fresh green beans1 small red onion, chopped1 tablespoon peanut or canola oil1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons whole-berry cranberry sauce1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon white vinegar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast2 tablespoons chopped cashewsMinced fresh cilantro, optionalHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, saute beans and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, salt and pepper; pour over bean mixture....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups milk3/4 cup sugar, divided4 egg yolks2-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules2 cups 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips, melted and cooled1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted3/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted1/3 cup milk chocolate toffee bits Preparation In a large saucepan, heat milk to 175°; stir in 1/2 cup sugar until dissolved. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and remaining sugar. Stir in coffee granules and bittersweet chocolate....

Ingredients 2/3 cup whole hazelnuts, toasted and skins removed3/4 cup sugar, divided1 package (7 ounces) almond paste, crumbled2 large egg whites6 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place hazelnuts and 1/4 cup sugar in a food processor; process until nuts are finely ground. Add almond paste, egg whites and remaining sugar; process until blended, about 3 minutes. Cut a small hole in the tip of a pastry bag; insert a large star pastry tip....

Ingredients 8 ounces pepper jack cheese, divided 2 finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 1 tablespoon sauce, divided 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/2 cup chili sauce1 medium head cabbage2 tablespoons olive oil8 ounces bulk pork sausage8 ounces fresh chorizo2/3 cup chopped onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease 12 muffin cups. Shred a fourth of the cheese; cut remaining cheese into 12 cubes....

Ingredients 1 pound dried kidney beans8 cups water1 ham hock2 bay leaves1 teaspoon onion powder1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 garlic clove, mincedHot cooked riceChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add enough water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until beans are softened, 1-4 hours....

Ingredients Ice 2 1/2 oz. vodka 1/2 oz. dry vermouth Green olive or strip lemon zest removed with a peeler, for garnish Preparation Step 1Optional: Freeze martini glass 15 minutes before making the drink.Step 2For a shaken martini: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka and vermouth and shake until well chilled. Strain into a martini glass, garnish with olive or lemon peel, and serve.Step 3For a stirred martini: Pour the vodka and vermouth into a mixing glass or cocktail shaker filled with ice....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 can (12 ounces) cola1 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup baking cocoa2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extractGLAZE:1 can (12 ounces) cola1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup baking cocoa4 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. In a small saucepan, combine cola, butter and cocoa; bring just to a boil, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup honey48 butter-flavored crackers2 cups semisweet chocolate chips4 teaspoons shortening1/4 cup 2% milkCake decorator holiday shapes Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, heat cream cheese on high for 15 seconds or until very soft. Add peanut butter and honey; stir until smooth. Spread over half of the crackers; top with remaining crackers. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 8 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed2 small yellow summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 4 wedges1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings1 medium tomato, seeded and choppedBASIL VINAIGRETTE:1/2 cup olive oil1/3 cup white balsamic or cider vinegar12 fresh basil leaves, chopped1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Fill a Dutch oven two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta1 package (10 ounces) refrigerated tricolor tortellini1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, undrained1/2 pound fresh broccoli florets (about 1-3/4 cups)12 ounces provolone cheese, cubed12 ounces hard salami, cubed1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained1 medium red onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced2 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix...

Ingredients 1 package (20 ounces) frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup white wine, optional1 cup cran-raspberry juice1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3 whole cloves1 tablespoon lemon juice1 cup raspberry yogurt1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a blender, puree raspberries, water and wine if desired. Transfer to a large saucepan; add the cran-raspberry juice, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Bring just to a boil over medium heat. Remove from the heat; strain and allow to cool....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups shortbread cookies3 tablespoons butter, meltedLIME FILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups water3 large egg yolks, beaten1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon grated lime zestGreen liquid food coloring, optional1/4 cup lime juiceCREAM CHEESE FILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons lime juice1 cup whipped topping Preparation Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cups sugar6 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar, sliced fresh strawberries and whipped cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; beat into creamed mixture until blended....

Ingredients 2 cups nonfat dry milk powder1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup mashed potato flakes1/4 cup chicken bouillon granules2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon dried celery flakes1 teaspoon dried minced garlic1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon white pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year....

Ingredients 1 package (17.30 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg1 tablespoon water6 bacon strips2 medium leeks (white parts only), sliced1 medium sweet yellow pepper, diced1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperMinced fresh parsley plus additional ground pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, unfold 1 puff pastry sheet. Using a 3-1/4-in. round cutter, cut out 6 circles. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 eggs3 tablespoons water1/3 cup finely crushed saltines1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried basil4 beef cube steaks (4 ounces each)3 tablespoons canola oil1-1/4 cups tomato sauce2-1/4 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, divided1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat eggs and water. Place cracker crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese and basil in a third bowl....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups whole milk4 eggs1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon saltDash ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon almond extract Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small saucepan, heat milk until bubbles form around sides of pan. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, salt and nutmeg. Remove milk from heat; stir a small amount of hot milk into egg mixture. Return all to pan, stirring constantly. Stir in extracts. Transfer to nine 4-oz....