Ingredients 1 slice whole wheat bread, toasted2 tablespoons reduced-fat spreadable garden vegetable cream cheese1/3 cup thinly sliced English cucumber3 tablespoons alfalfa sproutsDash coarsely ground pepper Preparation Spread toast with cream cheese. Top with cucumber, sprouts and pepper.
Ingredients 4 cups frozen steak fries4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup panko bread crumbsCooking spray Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Arrange steak fries in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake on lowest oven rack 18-20 minutes or until light golden brown. Meanwhile, place salmon on a foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray....
Ingredients 4 day-old hot dog buns1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Split buns in half; cut each half length-wise. Combine butter and garlic; brush over breadsticks. Place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Ingredients 2 tbsp. butter 1 onion 1/2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. curry powder 2 tsp. tomato paste 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 c. light cream or half-and-half 2 c. shredded spinach (about 3 ounces spinach leaves) 2 lb. sea scallops Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, melt the butter over moderately low heat. Add the onion and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to soften, about 3 minutes....
Ingredients 2 cups dandelion blossoms4 cups water1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin5-1/2 cups sugar2 tablespoons orange or lemon extract4 to 6 drops green food coloring, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring dandelion blossoms and water to a boil; boil 4 minutes. Line a strainer or colander with four layers of cheesecloth or one coffee filter; place over a bowl. Place dandelion mixture in prepared strainer. Strain mixture, reserving 3 cups liquid....
Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional4 cups miniature marshmallowsTOPPING:1-1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup peanut butter3 tablespoons butter2 cups Rice Krispies Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped blanched almondsGLAZE:5 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped3 tablespoons butter1/4 cup finely chopped blanched almonds Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, sugar and salt until blended. Beat in orange zest and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Stir in almonds....
Ingredients 1 egg white3 tablespoons sugar2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, finely chopped1 tablespoon all-purpose flourCAKE BATTER:4 large eggs, separated1-3/4 cups sugar, divided1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup cold brewed coffee1/4 cup buttermilk2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled3 tablespoons butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar5 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a small bowl, beat egg white on medium speed until soft peaks form....
Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup butter, divided2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup creamy peanut butter2/3 cup graham cracker crumbsTOPPING:2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips4-1/2 teaspoons creamy peanut butter1/2 teaspoon butter Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter. In a microwave, melt remaining butter. Stir in confectioners’ sugar, peanut butter and cracker crumbs. Spread into prepared pan. In microwave, melt topping ingredients; stir until smooth. Spread over top....
Ingredients 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa2 tablespoons sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 cup water1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons butter1 large egg, room temperatureOptional: Baking cocoa and/or confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a bowl, combine 1-1/4 cups flour, cocoa, sugar, yeast, salt and baking soda. In a saucepan, heat the water, milk, chocolate chips and butter; stir until chocolate is melted....
Ingredients Olive oil or cooking spray2 cups sugar2/3 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup waterFood coloring, optional Preparation Brush candy molds with oil or coat lightly with cooking spray. If using two-piece molds, close and secure with rubber bands or clamps. If using molds with stick holders, insert sticks. Place molds on a greased baking sheet. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar....
Ingredients 2 1/2 c. cake flour 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 c. milk 1/2 c. unsweetened coconut milk 1 stick plus 2 tablespoons (5 ounces) unsalted butter 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar 3 large egg yolks 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 5 large egg whites 1/2 c. seedless raspberry jam Seven-Minute Frosting confectioner’s sugar 2 1/2 c. (7 ounces) freshly grated coconut or shredded sweetened coconut (see Note)...
Ingredients 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water2 cups 2% milk2 tablespoons brown sugar1/8 teaspoon almond extract1 cup vanilla ice cream Preparation In a small pitcher, dissolve coffee granules in hot water. Add the milk, brown sugar and extract. Place a scoop of ice cream in each of two chilled glasses; pour coffee mixture over top.
Ingredients 1 butternut squash (2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 pound red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch wedges3 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges3 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried tarragon1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable or chicken broth2 cups fresh broccoli florets1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest4 teaspoons cornstarch1-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided1-3/4 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup yellow cornmealDash cayenne pepper...
Ingredients 1 large egg1 large egg white1/2 cup canned pumpkin2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup chopped walnuts2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Coat a 9-in. square baking pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl, beat egg and egg white until foamy....
Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, softened1/3 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:6 ounces cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 drop yellow food coloring, optionalTOPPING:3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons crushed lemon drop candies1 teaspoon sugar1/2 small lemon, cut into six slices, divided1/2 cup 2% milk2 cups vanilla ice cream2 cups lemon sorbet3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a shallow dish, mix crushed lemon drops and sugar. Using 1 or 2 lemon slices, moisten the rims of four glasses; dip rims into candy mixture. Place remaining ingredients (minus lemon slices) in a blender; cover and process until smooth....
Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup butter3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped3 medium zucchini, chopped1 bunch broccoli, chopped2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken broth2 medium potatoes, peeled and shredded1 teaspoon celery seed1 to 2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper2 cups half-and-half cream Preparation In a stockpot, saute onion in butter until transparent but not browned. Add the sweet potatoes, zucchini and broccoli; saute lightly for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender....
Ingredients 3 lb. fresh string beans 3 tbsp. salt 1 small red onion 10 slice Prosciutto di Parma 3/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil Juice of 2 lemons 1 tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary salt Pepper crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Step 1Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the salt.Step 2Fill a large bowl with ice water and set it beside the sink.Step 3Blanch the string beans in the salted water for 1 to 2 minutes, until cooked but still slightly crunchy, then strain and plunge in ice water for 2 minutes....
Ingredients 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and chopped2 medium tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons lime juice2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon saltBaked tortilla chip scoops Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve with chips.
