Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter 3/4 c. lightly packed light brown sugar 1 large egg 1 large egg white 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. all-purpose flour 6 tbsp. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground pepper 2 tbsp. buttermilk Vegetable oil spray confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1In a bowl, using a handheld electric mixer, beat the butter with the brown sugar at medium-high speed until fluffy, 4 minutes....
Ingredients 6 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped6 drops green food coloring1 drop yellow food coloring1 cup sweetened shredded coconut36 jelly beans Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating; stir in food coloring until blended. Stir in coconut. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper into 12 mounds. Make an indentation in the center of each with the end of a wooden spoon handle. Fill each with three jelly beans. Let stand until set....
Ingredients 2 pounds venison tenderloin1/2 cup soy sauce1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 to 2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional1 egg, beaten1 cup buttermilk1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons seasoned salt2 teaspoons canola oil Preparation Cut tenderloin into eight steaks. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, butter and Liquid Smoke if desired. Add steaks; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours. In a shallow bowl, combine egg and buttermilk....
Ingredients 6 cups white wine vinegar1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped3 medium oranges, sectioned and chopped Preparation In a large saucepan, heat vinegar to just below the boiling point. In a large bowl, lightly mash the cranberries and oranges; add heated vinegar. Cover and let stand in a cool, dark place for 10 days. Strain mixture through a cheesecloth and discard pulp. Pour into sterilized jars or decorative bottles....
Ingredients 1 small onion, finely chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, rind removed and chopped Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, celery and carrot in butter until crisp-tender....
Ingredients 2-1/2 to 3 pounds white potatoes, peeled and cubed1 teaspoon salt, divided1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped3 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup sour cream1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender,10-15 minutes. Drain and mash (do not add butter or milk)....
Ingredients 3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 teaspoons mustard seed1/4 teaspoon pepper4 sole fillets (6 ounces each)1 cup soft bread crumbs1 green onion, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon ground mustard2 teaspoons butter, meltedThinly sliced green onions, optional Preparation Combine the mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons cheese, mustard seed and pepper; spread over tops of fillets. Place on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 4 in. from the heat until fish flakes easily with a fork, 3-5 minutes....
Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1-1/4 cups water1/3 cup canola oil3 large egg whitesTOPPING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup quick-cooking oats3 tablespoons cold butter2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut2 tablespoons chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil and egg whites; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into a broiler-proof 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray....
Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) seasoned stuffing mix8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 teaspoon canola oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 Swiss cheese slices (2 ounces), halved2 tablespoons butter1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/4 cup water Preparation Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; place over stuffing....
Ingredients 30 fresh oysters in the shell, washed1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/3 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese1 envelope hollandaise sauce mix4 pounds rock salt Preparation Shuck oysters, reserving bottom shell; set aside. Spread rock salt into two ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Lightly press the oyster shells down into the salt. Place one oyster in each shell; top each with spinach, bacon and cheese....
Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped1/4 cup olive oil6 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup ricotta cheese3/4 cup pimiento-stuffed olives2 garlic cloves, peeled2 French bread baguettes (10-1/2 ounces each), split1 pound sliced deli roast beef2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and julienned2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped Preparation In a large skillet, cook onions in oil over low heat for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 1 quart unsweetened apple juice1/2 cup water1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup lemon juice2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1 tablespoon brown sugar1.4 teaspoons whole clovesAdditional cinnamon sticks, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Strain, discarding cinnamon sticks and cloves. Serve warm; garnish with additional cinnamon sticks if desired.
Ingredients Cooking spray, for pan 1 (16-oz.) block cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1/3 c. granulated sugar 2 large eggs, divided 1 (16-oz.) box Betty Crocker™ Supreme Original Brownie Mix 1/3 c. vegetable oil 3 tbsp. water 3/4 c. premade whole cranberry sauce, room temperature 1/3 c. Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Chocolate Frosting Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350º and line a 9"-x-9" greased pan with parchment so that it hangs over on the sides for easy lifting....
Ingredients 4 cups water2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules3 cups diced peeled potatoes1 cup finely chopped onion1 cup diced peeled rutabaga1/2 cup diced carrots6 cups chopped cabbage1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dill weed1 cup butter1 cup all-purpose flour2 cups milk2 cups chicken broth1/2 pound process cheese (Velveeta)1/2 teaspoon dried thymePepper to tasteAdditional milk, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, bring water and bouillon to a boil....
Ingredients 1/2 pound ripe plum tomatoes, peeled and chopped3 tablespoons Marsala wine or 2 tablespoons chicken broth plus 1 tablespoon white grape juice1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 ounces uncooked fettuccine3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 small onion, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In small saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil....
Ingredients 3 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)1 cup biscuit/baking mix1 cup cooked stuffing2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup French-fried onions, crushed3/4 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation In a large bowl, mix potatoes, baking mix, stuffing and eggs until blended. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, mix onions and bread crumbs. Shape 1/4 cupfuls of the potato mixture into 3/4-in.-thick patties. Dip patties in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere....
Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup milk1 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1/2 pound ground pork1/4 cup butter, cubedDILL CREAM SAUCE:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup beef broth1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill seed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef and pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls....
Ingredients 2 packages devil’s food cake mix (regular size)4 large eggs, lightly beaten2/3 cup canola oilFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugarRed and green food coloring, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cake mixes, eggs and oil until blended. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets and flatten slightly....
Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, cubed4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped3 large eggs2 cups sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingGreen paste food coloring, optionalAssorted nonpareils Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil. In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and salt....
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 large egg yolk1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1 loaf (1 pound) sandwich bread, crusts removed1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, egg yolk and 1/4 cup sugar; mix well. Flatten bread slices with a rolling pin. Spread cream cheese mixture over each slice to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up diagonally from point to point....
