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Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls4 small Granny Smith apples, peeled and halved1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamonORANGE SAUCE:3/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Unroll crescent dough and separate into eight triangles. Wrap one triangle around each apple half. Place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, flat side down. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over dumplings. Bake at 350° for 23-28 minutes or until golden brown and apples are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup sugar, divided1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 teaspoon ground cinnamonConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream the shortening, brown sugar and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; beat for 2 minutes. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust2 tablespoons olive oil1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips1/2 cup barbecue sauce1/3 cup chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic1-1/2 cups shredded pizza cheese blend1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 ounces smoked Gouda cheese, shredded2 tablespoons minced fresh basil Preparation Place the crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan. Brush with oil. Combine the chicken, barbecue sauce, onion and garlic; spoon half over crust....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon chili powder3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and chiles over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add cream cheese, cumin and chili powder. Cool slightly. Preheat oven to 375°. Separate crescent dough into 24 triangles. Place 1 tablespoon of beef mixture along the short side of each triangle; carefully roll up....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta1 tablespoon canola oil2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced1 medium onion, thinly sliced1-1/2 cups sugar1 cup water3/4 cup white vinegar1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place pasta in a large bowl; stir in the oil, cucumbers and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 6 cups cold 2% milk, divided2 cups sugar4 eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large saucepan, heat 2-1/2 cups milk to 175°; stir in the sugar until dissolved. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into the eggs. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1 cup shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese3/4 cup frozen asparagus stir-fry vegetable blend, thawed1/4 cup finely chopped onion3 large eggs1 cup evaporated milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauceSAUCE:3 large egg yolks1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup butter, meltedDash pepper Preparation Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons water1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar5 medium Golden Delicious apples (about 2-1/2 pounds), peeled and chopped1-1/4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir water and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add apples; cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Add cranberries; cover and cook until apples are tender and berries pop, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup chicken broth1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1/3 cup dried cranberries1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil on both sides. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 45 wafers)1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, melted2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin1 cup boiling water2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, sugars and butter; press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting20 Oreo cookies, crushed24 gummy worms, halved Preparation Prepare and bake cake batter according to package directions for cupcakes. Cool completely. Set aside 1 tablespoon frosting. Frost cupcakes with remaining frosting; dip each into crushed cookies. Place a dab of the reserved frosting on the cut end of each worm half; place two on each cupcake.

Ingredients 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber1 cup thinly sliced yellow summer squash2 tablespoons chopped green onion1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheeseDash crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons prepared Italian salad dressing Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat.

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups water, divided1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed1 cup bulgur (fine grind)1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided6 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 large onion, chopped 1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon chili powder1 large egg, lightly beaten6 green onions, sliced3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley8 flatbreads wraps8 tablespoons Sriracha mayonnaiseOptional toppings: Lettuce leaves, sliced tomato and sliced onions Preparation Place 2 cups water and lentils in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until lentils are tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 12 large eggs 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed orange juice 1 tsp. madras curry powder 1/4 tsp. dry mustard 1/2 c. mayonnaise salt Freshly ground pepper 20 slice packaged white sandwich bread Preparation Step 1Put the eggs in a large saucepan of cold water and bring to a vigorous boil. Cover, remove from the heat, and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain the eggs and cool under running water, shaking the pan to lightly crack the shells....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup canola oil1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup chopped peeled mango1/4 cup chopped pecansOptional: Confectioners’ sugar and whipped topping Preparation In a small bowl, beat the sugar, oil and egg until well blended. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; gradually beat into sugar mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 4 cod or flounder fillets (2 pounds)1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 limes, thinly sliced2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Place each fillet on a 15x12-in. piece of heavy-duty foil. Sprinkle with pepper. In a small saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil; stir in cumin. Spoon over fillets; sprinkle with cilantro. Place lime slices over each; drizzle with butter....

Ingredients 1 pt. any flavor ice cream (the higher quality, the better) 1/2 c. (or more) whole milk 2 tbsp. malted milk powder Whipped cream, sprinkles, and/or cherries, for topping Preparation Step 1In a blender, blend ice cream, milk, and malted milk powder until smooth. Add more milk and continue to blend to desired consistency, if needed.Step 2Divide milkshake between 2 glasses. Add desired toppings and serve. Malted milk powder is a mixture of malted barley, wheat flour, and evaporated whole milk powder that was initially developed as a nutritional supplement for infants....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, melted2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milkTOPPING:1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (5 pounds)2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup strong brewed coffee3/4 cup plus 1/3 cup water, divided3/4 cup beef stock3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown roast in oil on all sides. Remove and set aside. Add onion to the pan; saute until tender. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 large egg1/2 cup cola, divided1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15)6 tablespoons French salad dressing, divided2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 pounds ground beef6 hamburger buns, splitOptional toppings: Lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, sliced red onion, pickles and sliced cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine egg, 1/4 cup cola, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons salad dressing, Parmesan cheese and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into six 3/4-in....