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Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced1 cup thinly sliced celery1 cup chopped onion1 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup water5 pounds unpeeled small red potatoes, cooked and sliced2 medium carrots, shredded2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyAdditional salt, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels. Drain the skillet, reserving 1/4 cup drippings. Saute celery and onion in drippings until tender....

Ingredients 1 submarine bun, split4 wedges The Laughing Cow garlic and herb Swiss cheese3 ounces thinly sliced fully cooked Black Forest ham3 teaspoons butter, divided1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced2 cups fresh baby spinach4 large eggs1/8 teaspoon pepper4 slices provolone cheese Preparation Preheat broiler. Cut bun crosswise in half; split each half to separate top and bottom. Spread with cheese wedges. Place on a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; lightly brown ham on each side....

Ingredients 1 pound ground sirloin1/3 pound uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage1 medium onion, chopped1 envelope taco seasoning2 cans (16 ounces each) refried black beans1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1-1/3 cups salsa2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained2 cups guacamole6 green onions, thinly sliced1 cup sour cream1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro3/4 cup jalapeno-stuffed olives, slicedTortilla chips Preparation Crumble beef and chorizo into a large skillet; add onion and taco seasoning....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, cooked and drained3/4 cup sour cream3/4 cup mayonnaise1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 envelope (1.4 ounces) vegetable recipe mix (Knorr)GARNISHES: Green and sweet yellow peppers, grape tomatoes, sliced pimiento-stuffed olives and a crackerAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Shape into a triangle on a serving plate to resemble a tree....

Ingredients Cooking spray 3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 1 c. packed brown sugar 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 c. butter, softened 1/4 c. packed brown sugar 1 tbsp. cinnamon Pinch of kosher salt 1 1/2 c. powdered sugar 2 tbsp. milk 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract...

Ingredients 2 medium cantaloupes, peeled, seeded and cubed2 cups orange sections, pith and seeds removed5 cups sugar1/2 cup bottled lime juice2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1 tablespoon grated lime zest Preparation Process cantaloupe and orange sections in batches in a blender until pureed. Transfer to a Dutch oven. Add sugar, lime juice, cinnamon and zest. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until mixture is reduced to 5 cups and reaches a thick, spreadable consistency, about 2 hours, stirring frequently....

Ingredients 2/3 cup orange juice3 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup sugar1 egg, lightly beatenAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a small saucepan, combine juices, sugar and egg. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Strain. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with fresh fruit.

Ingredients 1/4 cup orange juice3 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 teaspoons honey1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation Place all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Chill until serving. Just before serving, shake dressing and drizzle over salad.

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)3 cans (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting, dividedYellow, red and blue paste food coloring24 ice cream sugar conesAssorted candies: M&M’s miniature baking bits, red shoestring licorice and cherry sour ball candies Preparation Prepare and bake cake batter according to package directions for cupcakes. Cool completely on wire racks. Divide two cans of frosting among three bowls; tint with yellow, red and blue food coloring....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup peanut butter1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a bowl, cream butter, peanut butter and sugars. Beat in egg and vanilla. Stir in flour until blended. Spread dough onto a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Bake at 375° for 12 minutes. Sprinkle with marshmallows and chocolate chips. Bake 5-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 3 cups crushed corn bread stuffing1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1/3 cup finely chopped onion1 celery rib, chopped4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard Preparation In a large bowl, combine the stuffing, corn, onion and celery. Spoon into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with chicken. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter and mustard; spoon over chicken....

Ingredients 1 cup grapefruit or orange juice1 cup ketchup1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons prepared horseradish2 tablespoons prepared mustard2 teaspoons ground ginger1 to 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic powder4 to 5 pounds country-style pork ribs1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons brown sugar Preparation In a bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients; mix well. Pour 1-1/2 cups marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the ribs....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream2 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat, flakedAdditional paprika, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt, paprika and nutmeg until smooth. Gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 eggs, separated2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups milk1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn1/2 cup canola oil Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine the milk, corn, egg yolks and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Beat reserved egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup yellow cornmeal1/4 cup sugar2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 large egg1 large egg yolk1-1/4 cups buttermilk1/3 cup canola oil3/4 cup whole kernel cornHONEY BUTTER:1/2 cup butter, softened2 to 3 tablespoons honey Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, combine the egg, egg yolk, buttermilk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in corn....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1 to 3 drops assorted food coloring Preparation In a small resealable plastic bag, combine sugar and a few drops of food coloring. Seal bag and shake to tint the sugar. Allow sugar to dry on flat surface for 15-20 minutes before using.

Ingredients 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltCHOCOLATE DOUGH:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream the peanut butter, butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed4 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced1-1/3 cups sliced fresh strawberries1-1/3 cups each fresh raspberries, blueberries and blackberries1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation Unroll crescent dough and place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of pan; seal seams....

Ingredients 2 cups coleslaw mix3 tablespoons sour cream4 teaspoons mayonnaise1 tablespoon horseradish sauce1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/8 teaspoon salt4 slices rye bread1/2 pound thinly sliced corned beef8 slices Swiss cheese Preparation Place coleslaw mix in a small bowl. Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, horseradish sauce, mustard and salt. Pour over coleslaw mix and toss to coat. Place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat until toasted, 2-3 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups mayonnaise2 tablespoons Thai chili sauce2 teaspoons lemon juice, divided1/4 cup each finely chopped celery, red onion and sweet red pepper1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped4 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1 egg, lightly beaten1 pound fresh crabmeat1/4 cup all-purpose flour Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce and 1-1/4 teaspoons lemon juice. Set aside. In a small skillet, saute the celery, onion, red pepper and jalapeno in 1 tablespoon oil until tender....