Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup milk chocolate or semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup whipped topping Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cornstarch and milk until smooth. Add chocolate chips. Microwave on high for 2-1/2 to 3 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, stirring twice. Pour into dessert dishes. Serve warm or refrigerate until serving. Just before serving, dollop with whipped topping.
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg yolk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons 2% milk1 cup fresh mint, finely chopped1-2/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 large sweet onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, divided2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt18 packages (1 ounce each) nacho-flavored tortilla chipsOptional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped tomatoes and pickled jalapeno slices...
Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 beef flank steaks (1 pound each), halved2 tablespoons butter1 cup thinly sliced onion1 can (28 ounces) stewed tomatoes2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar Preparation In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the flour, mustard, salt and pepper. Add steaks and turn to coat. In a large nonstick skillet, brown steaks on both sides in butter. Transfer to a 5-qt....
Ingredients 1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size)1 tablespoon instant espresso powder3 cups 2% milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup white baking chips Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions, adding espresso powder before mixing. Transfer to a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix 2 minutes. Let stand until soft-set, about 2 minutes. Pour over batter....
Ingredients 2-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs2/3 cup butter, melted1/2 cup sugar2 packages Dove dark chocolate candies (9-1/2 ounces each )1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Combine the cracker crumbs, butter and sugar; press onto a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Bake for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Top with chocolate candies; bake for 2-3 minutes longer or until chocolate is softened. Spread chocolate over crust; sprinkle with nuts....
Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons each dried thyme and rosemary, crushed1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 pound ground beef1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 large onion, finely chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced2 cans (16 ounces each) chili beans, undrained1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans or red kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 tablespoons ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon each pepper, white pepper and cayenne pepper3 to 4 drops hot pepper sauceShredded cheddar cheese, optional...
Ingredients 2 pounds extra-lean ground turkey2 medium onions, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth2 tablespoons cider vinegar1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped3 tablespoons chili powder1 bay leaf2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 package (16 ounces) whole wheat spaghettiTOPPINGS:1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 medium onion, chopped...
Ingredients 1 pound ground lamb or beef2 medium carrots, finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon Italian seasoning3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth2 tablespoons dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth1 tablespoon tomato paste1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 cup frozen peasTOPPING:4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper...
Ingredients 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1 egg, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract11 to 12 slices white bread Preparation In a bowl, combine the coconut, sugar, butter, egg and vanilla; mix well. Spread over each slice of bread; place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened3/4 cup butter-flavored shortening3-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1-1/4 cups sugar5 eggs2/3 cup buttermilk4 teaspoons vanilla extract6 cups quick-cooking oats5-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking soda2-1/2 teaspoons salt1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a very large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons salt2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup canola oil6-1/2 to 7 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, salt, eggs, oil and 3 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....
Ingredients Dough for 2 double-crust pies2-1/4 cups sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour7 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced (about 8 cups)3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries2 teaspoons grated orange zest1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon6 cups frozen or fresh raspberriesOptional: Egg wash, additional sugar or coarse sugar, and whipped cream Preparation Divide dough into 2 portions so that 1 is slightly larger than the other; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight....
Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 cup butter, cubed1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon grated orange zest1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, orange juice and zest; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....
Ingredients 2 packages (12 ounces each) fresh or frozen cranberries1-1/2 cups water1-1/3 cups sugar2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot4 teaspoons grated orange zestCUSTARD:1 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt3 cups 2% milk6 large egg yolks2 teaspoons vanilla extractTRIFLE:1 loaf (16 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup orange liqueur1/2 cup slivered almonds, toastedSweetened whipped cream and orange sections Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar....
Ingredients 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats2/3 cup boiling water2 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, divided1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb1 egg1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup canola oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Place oats in a small bowl; add boiling water. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, pour butter into an 8-in....
Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup water2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup evaporated milk1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1 cup chopped walnutsSAUCE:2 cups sugar1 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Gradually beat in water. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 pounds seedless red grapes2 pounds seedless green grapes3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar and vanilla until blended. Add grapes and toss to coat. Transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans just before serving....
Ingredients 2/3 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup sour cream3 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard1 tablespoon minced chives1 teaspoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Preparation In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Ingredients 2 teaspoons dill weed, divided1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 boneless beef chuck roast (2-1/2 pounds)1/4 cup water1 tablespoon cider vinegar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold water1 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optionalHot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon dill, salt and pepper. Sprinkle over both sides of roast. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add water and vinegar. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until meat is tender....
