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Ingredients 6 tablespoons shortening1-1/2 teaspoons buttermilk2 tablespoons hot water1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:3 large eggs1 cup light or dark corn syrup2/3 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1 cup chopped pecansSweetened whipped cream, optional Preparation Beat shortening and buttermilk until blended. Gradually add water, beating until light and fluffy. Beat in flour and salt. Shape into a disk. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 pound), cut into 1/2-inch slices3 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons sugar3/4 cup apple juice1/2 cup cranberry juice1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushedAdditional cranberries and fresh rosemary, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork in oil for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 cup finely chopped onion1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (10 ounces) frozen creamed spinach, thawed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, spinach, cream cheese and 1 cup mozzarella cheese....

Ingredients 1/3 cup ground coffee1 cup water1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix2-1/2 cups 2% milk Preparation Place ground coffee in the coffee filter of a drip coffeemaker. Add water; brew according to manufacturer’s directions. In a small bowl, combine sugar and dry pudding mix. Stir in milk and coffee. Chill until serving.

Ingredients 5 cups all-purpose flour3 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons cream of tartarADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):1 cup butter, softened1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extractColored sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients; mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place up to 6 months. Yield: 2 batches (8 cups total). To prepare cookies: In a large bowl, cream butter....

Ingredients 1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast1/3 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon dill weed2 lettuce leaves4 slices tomato2 sandwich buns, split Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place lettuce and tomato on bun bottoms; top with chicken salad. Replace bun tops.

Ingredients 1 cup water1-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup quick-cooking grits2 large eggs, beaten2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided3 tablespoons butter, cubed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken and mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/2 cups mayonnaise2 teaspoons curry powder1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend2 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups refrigerated diced potatoes with onion Preparation Bring water, 1 cup broth and salt to a boil in a large saucepan....

Ingredients 2 cups milk2 chicken bouillon cubes2 cups diced peeled apples1 cup chopped onion1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon lemon juice4 cups diced cooked turkeyHot cooked rice Preparation In a small saucepan, heat the milk and bouillon, stirring until bouillon is dissolved. Set aside. In a large saucepan, saute apples and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the flour, curry powder, salt and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 3 cups sugar1-1/2 cups buttermilk1-1/2 cups brewed coffee, cooled3 eggs3/4 cup canola oil3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda3/4 teaspoon baking powder1-1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons light corn syrup16 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/4 cup butter Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, buttermilk, coffee, eggs, oil, chocolate and vanilla until well blended. In another large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into buttermilk mixture until blended....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning6 cups torn iceberg lettuce2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup salad croutons1 medium tomato, chopped1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 cup dill pickle slicesThousand Island salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine beef and steak seasoning, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into twenty 1/2-in.-thick patties. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 large egg yolks2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Gradually add flour until blended. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with chocolate chips....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, cubed1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar2 tablespoons water2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon saltFilling:2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons whole milk1/2 teaspoon peppermint extractDash salt3 drops green food coloring, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, water and chocolate chips. Cook and stir over low heat until chips are melted....

Ingredients 3 egg yolks, beaten3 tablespoons water3 tablespoons white vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped3 cups miniature marshmallows2 cups halved green grapes1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 jar (10 ounces) red maraschino cherries, drained and sliced1 cup chopped pecans3 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a large saucepan, combine egg yolks, water, vinegar and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and reaches 160°....

Ingredients 12 Rhodes™ Dinner Rolls, thawed but still cold1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 eggs1/2 cup milkBUTTER SYRUP:1 cup butter1 cup buttermilk2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon maple flavoring1/2 teaspoon baking soda Preparation Cut each roll in half. In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. Roll each portion of dough into sugar mixture and place in a 9-in. x 3-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Cover with plastic wrap coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar2 cups water1/4 cup red-hot candies6 small tart apples, peeled and cored Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the sugar, water and red-hots to a boil. Cook and stir until red-hots are dissolved, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat; carefully add apples. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or just until apples are tender, turning once. With a slotted spoon, remove apples to a large bowl. Bring syrup to a boil; cook, uncovered, until reduced to about 1-1/2 cups....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups whole milk3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractMERINGUE:3 large egg whites, room temperature1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract6 tablespoons sugar1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge....

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles1/4 cup rice vinegar3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons fish sauce or additional reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon lime juice2 teaspoons Thai chili sauce1 teaspoon sesame oil1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSTIR-FRY:1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined3 teaspoons sesame oil, divided2 cups fresh snow peas2 medium carrots, grated2 garlic cloves, minced2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups bean sprouts2 green onions, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts, chopped...

Ingredients 1 cup vanilla ice cream2 sugar cookies (3 inches)2 egg whites1/4 cup sugar1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar Preparation Scoop 1/2 cup of ice cream onto each cookie. Freeze until firm. In a small heavy saucepan or double boiler, combine the egg whites, sugar and cream of tartar. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating over low heat until egg mixture reaches 160°, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup molasses2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and molasses. In another bowl, combine next 5 ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape level tablespoons of dough into balls....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1/4 cup cornmeal1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 beef cube steaks (4 ounces each)1 large egg white1 teaspoon water2 tablespoons canola oil, dividedGRAVY:1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups 2% milk1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Combine 3 tablespoons flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper; set aside. Coat steaks with remaining flour. Beat egg white and water; dip steaks, then dredge in cornmeal mixture....