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Ingredients 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened1-1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon curry powder1 medium cucumber1 ounce smoked salmon or lox, cut into thin stripsKosher saltCoarsely ground pepperChives Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, horseradish, garlic powder and curry; set aside. With a vegetable peeler or metal cheese slicer, cut 12 very thin slices down the length of the cucumber; pat dry. Spread about 1 teaspoon cream cheese mixture down the center of each cucumber slice....

Ingredients 1/4 c. heavy cream 2 tbsp. heavy cream 3 tbsp. cream of coconut (such as Coco Lopéz) 2 tbsp. marshmallow Fluff c. whole milk 3 tbsp. Chocolate Syrup 11 oz. premium chocolate ice cream (about 1 3/4 packed cups) Toasted, dried, shredded sweetened coconut (optional) Preparation Step 1Combine the heavy cream, cream of coconut, and Marshmallow Fluff in a medium bowl. Using a handheld mixer, whip until stiff peaks form....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup canola oil3 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon coconut extract3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted and finely chopped1 cup macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar and oil until blended. Beat in eggs and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) pound cake mix3/4 cup canned pumpkin6 tablespoons water2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon baking sodaTOPPING:1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 teaspoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour half the pumpkin mixture into a greased 9-in. square baking pan....

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour1/4 cup cornmeal2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda2 large eggs1-1/2 cups buttermilk1/4 cup canola oilHONEY BUTTER:1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup honey1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine the eggs, buttermilk and oil; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter3 medium Honeycrisp apples, sliced3 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 cup apple cider or juice1/3 cup dried cranberries1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds1 package (32 ounces) refrigerated sauerkraut, well drained Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add apples; cook and stir until tender, 5-6 minutes. Stir in brown sugar until melted. Add vinegar, cranberries and caraway seeds. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer until liquid is evaporated, 3-4 minutes....

Ingredients 4 c. fresh or frozen cranberries 2 1/2 c. sugar 6 whole cloves 2 stick cinnamon 1 tsp. salt 2 Granny Smith apples 2 firm Bosc or Anjou pears 1 small yellow onion 1 c. golden raisins c. diced crystallized ginger Preparation Step 1In a deep 6-quart saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, 1 1/4 cups water, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to dissolve sugar....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar, divided1/2 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup chopped pecans1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, cubed2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon ground cardamom1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 large eggs, lightly beaten Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 2 large eggs2 large egg yolks1 cup sugar2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 cup whole milk5 tablespoons butter, meltedGLAZE:4 cups sugar2 cups water1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tube each red and green decorating frostingHoliday sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs and egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to egg mixture with milk and butter, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup sliced celery4 green onions, sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup apple cider or juice Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add pork chops and toss to coat. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute the celery, onions, garlic and thyme for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 large egg, room temperature1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, divided3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped pecans, toastedBATTER:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup brewed coffee, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil2 tablespoons cider vinegar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth....

Ingredients 4 to 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat1 cup finely chopped onion1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dill weed3 cups mayonnaise Preparation Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, crab, onion, salt, pepper and dill....

Ingredients 1/3 cup fresh or frozen cranberries2 lemon slices, cut into 6 wedges1 package (3 ounces) cherry gelatin1 cup boiling water3 cups cold water6 cups cranberry juice, chilled3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate1 liter ginger ale, chilled Preparation Place several cranberries and a piece of lemon in each compartment of an ice cube tray; fill with water and freeze. In a punch bowl or large container, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in the cold water, cranberry juice and lemonade concentrate....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda2 cups quick-cooking oats1 cup raisins1 cup coarsely chopped fresh or frozen cranberries1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries2 cups water1/2 cup sugar1/4 to 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro2 to 4 tablespoons chopped jalapeno peppers1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a saucepan, bring cranberries and water to a boil for 2 minutes. Drain. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Add cilantro, peppers, onion, orange peel, salt and pepper. Mix well. Cool and refrigerate.

Ingredients 4 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup sliced celery1 cup seedless green grapes, halved1 cup seedless red grapes, halved1/4 cup chopped dried apricots1/4 cup sliced green onions3/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperLettuce leaves1/2 cup sliced almonds Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour into chicken mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, cubed1/3 cup whole milk1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons honey1 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup mixed candied fruit, finely chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a saucepan, combine butter, milk, sugar and honey. Bring to a full boil. Remove from the heat; stir in almonds and fruit. Stir in flour until blended. Drop by tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto greased and floured baking sheets....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, orange zest and vanilla; gradually add orange juice until blended. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in chocolate chips (batter will be thick)....

Ingredients 1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 medium apples, peeled and sliced3/4 cup dried cranberries2 tablespoons butter, cubed2 cups old-fashioned oats2 cups water2 cups cranberry-apple juice1/2 teaspoon saltOptional toppings: Chopped pecans, dried cranberries or sliced apples Preparation Combine brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add apples and cranberries; toss to coat. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Dot with butter. In a large bowl, combine oats, water, juice and salt; pour over apple mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup coarsely ground medium-roast coffee1/2 cup hot water (205°)3-1/2 cups cold waterCOCONUT SIMPLE SYRUP:1 cup water1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconutEACH SERVING:Ice cubes2 tablespoons coconut milk Preparation Place ground coffee in a clean glass container. Pour hot water over coffee; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in the cold water. Cover and refrigerate for 12-24 hours. (The longer the coffee sits, the stronger the flavor.) Meanwhile, for coconut simple syrup, in a small saucepan, bring water, sugar and coconut to a boil....