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Ingredients 4 pork chops (1/2 inch thick)2 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup chopped onion1 cup water1-1/2 cups diced unpeeled tart apples1/2 cup raisins, optional3 tablespoons orange marmalade2 tablespoons lemon juice1 to 2 tablespoons curry powder4 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold waterHot cooked rice or macaroni Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, brown pork chops in 1 tablespoon of butter; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining butter until tender....

Ingredients 3 cups miniature pretzels, coarsely chopped1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows3 cups Rice Krispies1/2 cup light corn syrup, divided10 tablespoons butter, divided3/4 cup peanut butter chips1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped Preparation Reserve 1/3 cup chopped pretzels. In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave 6 tablespoons butter on high for 45-60 seconds or until melted. Stir in marshmallows; cook 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until marshmallows are melted, stirring every 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) milk chocolate English toffee bits1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons brown sugarCAKE:1 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar4 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1-1/4 cups buttermilkCARAMEL ICING:1/4 cup butter, cubed2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1 cup packed brown sugar Preparation Combine the toffee bits, chips and brown sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1 egg, beaten2/3 cup buttermilk1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed and drained1/4 cup peach preserves Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and salt. Combine egg, buttermilk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spoon 1 tablespoonful of batter into nine greased or paper-lined muffin cups....

Ingredients 4 cups white grape juice, chilled1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed2 bottles (2 liters each) lemon-lime soda, chilledOptional: Lemon slices, orange slices and green grapes Preparation In a punch bowl, combine grape juice, lemonade concentrate and orange juice concentrate. Add soda; serve immediately. If desired, garnish with fruit.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce4 teaspoons chili powder1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tubes (11 ounces each) refrigerated corn bread swirlsShredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes and sour cream Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 4 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs1 cup water1 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon celery seed1 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauceDash pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place ribs in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, covered, 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until meat is tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup hot caramel ice cream topping1/3 cup chopped pecans1/3 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed36 pecan halves Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place cookie dough in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 5-10 minutes to soften. Add flour; beat until blended. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; place in greased mini-muffin cups....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup ground walnuts1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup cold butterFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar1 egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the flour, walnuts and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Set aside 2/3 cup for topping; press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish....

Ingredients 1 package (28 ounces) frozen O’Brien potatoes1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, sliced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup water Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the potatoes are tender.

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked penne pasta2 tablespoons olive oil1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 cups pasta sauce1 carton (10 ounces) refrigerated Alfredo sauce2 tablespoons butter1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add shrimp, garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1/4 cup butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon 2% milk, divided1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractRed and yellow liquid food coloring or orange paste food coloring1 tablespoon baking cocoaRound pastry tip #39 chocolate kisses9 semisweet chocolate chipsBlack shoestring licorice, cut into 3/4-inch pieces18 white nonpareils Preparation Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Fill greased jumbo muffin cups with 1/2 cup batter....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon minced garlic Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; rub over both sides of pork. In a large skillet, cook chops in oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until chops are lightly browned; drain....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites2 tablespoons water3 cups walnut halves2 cups pecan halves1 cup whole unblanched almonds2 cups sugar2 tablespoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg whites and water until frothy. Add nuts; stir gently to coat. Combine the remaining ingredients. Add to nut mixture and stir gently to coat....

Ingredients 5 large egg whites1 teaspoon cornstarch1 teaspoon white vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash salt1-1/2 cups sugar5 tablespoons red and green sprinkles, dividedTOPPING:1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar, divided1/4 cup orange liqueur or orange juice1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 250°. Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Draw a 9-in. circle on parchment paper....

Ingredients 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup olive oil3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook cilantro and garlic in oil over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the potatoes; cook and stir until tender and lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Drain. Sprinkle with salt.

Ingredients 2-1/2 quarts apple cider or juice1/2 cup Red Hots1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1/2 teaspoon whole cloves Preparation In a large saucepan, combine cider, Red Hots and nutmeg. Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather up corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Add to Dutch oven. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to loosen candies. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes or until flavors are blended....

Ingredients 6 medium red potatoes, cut into wedges6 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch lengths2 beef sirloin tip roasts (2 to 3 pounds each)1 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided2 teaspoons canola oil1 medium onion, halved and sliced2 cups whole fresh mushrooms, quartered2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups brewed coffee1 teaspoon chili powder3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Place potatoes and carrots in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle beef with half of the salt and pepper....

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Ingredients 3/4 c. mayonnaise 1 tsp. curry paste or powder 2 tbsp. Crème fraîche 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp. snipped chives 1 tbsp. minced flat-leaf parsley 1 tbsp. minced tarragon 1/2 c. finely diced Granny Smith apple salt Freshly ground pepper 1 lb. lump crab 1 c. panko (Japanese bread crumbs) 1/4 c. canola oil 1 tbsp. Champagne vinegar 1 large Granny Smith apple 1 c. Cilantro leaves...