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Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milkWhipped cream, fresh fruit or ice cream Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in chocolate and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds haddock, cod or halibut fillets1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons grated orange zest4 teaspoons canola oil Preparation Place an 18x12-in. piece of heavy-duty foil on a large baking sheet. Arrange fillets in a single layer on foil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with onion, parsley, and lemon and orange zest. Drizzle with oil. Top with a second large piece of foil....

Ingredients 2 medium mangoes, peeled and finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped red onion1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1 jalapeno pepper, chopped3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperBaked potato chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Chill until serving. Serve with chips.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package Funfetti cake mix Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter, eggs and vanilla until combined. Beat in cake mix. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or until firm enough to roll. Preheat oven to 350°. On a well-floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup buttermilk1 cup crushed saltines4 cubed steaks (1 pound)3 tablespoons canola oil1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushrooms soup, undiluted1 cup whole milk Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. Place buttermilk in a shallow bowl. Place saltine crumbs in a third bowl. Coat steaks with flour mixture, then dip into buttermilk and coat with crumbs. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook steaks in hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden and cooked to desired doneness....

Ingredients 5 medium fresh beets (about 1-1/2 pounds) 1 medium pear, chopped1/4 cup dried cranberries2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons cranberry juice1 tablespoon orange juice1/4 teaspoon salt4 ounces crumbled goat cheese1/4 cup sliced almonds2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyFresh arugula or spring mix salad greens, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Wrap in foil; place on a baking sheet. Bake until tender, 45-50 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh baby spinach3 cups torn mixed salad greens2 medium navel oranges, sectioned1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup chopped red onion1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette2 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 cup dried cranberries2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the spinach, salad greens, oranges, cheese and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette, orange juice and zest. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 egg1/4 cup egg substitute2 tablespoons corn syrup1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups quick-cooking oats1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and sugars. Add egg, egg substitute, corn syrup and vanilla; mix well. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to egg mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2/3 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup cherry preserves1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltGLAZE:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk2 teaspoons butter, melted1 teaspoon almond extract Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place cranberries, preserves and cinnamon in a food processor; process until smooth. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients CRUST:1/2 cup water1/4 cup butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggsFILLING:3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups whole milk2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups whipped cream, dividedChocolate sauce and/or fresh raspberries, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil over medium heat. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients Cooking spray 3 c. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 c. (1 stick) melted butter 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 c. milk 4 tbsp. melted butter 1/2 granulated sugar 2 tsp. ground cinnamon Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Step 2In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup brewed coffeeFILLING:3 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sweetened shredded coconut1/8 teaspoon mint extract1 drop green food coloring, optionalFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1/4 teaspoon mint extract2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted...

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups old-fashioned oats2 cups orange candy slices, chopped 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup pancake mix1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons 2% milk1 can (7 ounces) whole kernel corn, drainedCanola oil Preparation In a small bowl, combine the pancake mix, egg and milk just until moistened. Stir in the corn. In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil to 375°. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil; press lightly to flatten. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) lemon gelatin2 cups boiling water2 cups miniature marshmallows4 large ripe bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple2 cups cold water1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Sprinkle gelatin over boiling water. Remove from the heat; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved, about 5 minutes. Stir in marshmallows until melted. Stir in bananas. Drain pineapple, reserving juice....

Ingredients 2 large egg whites1 large egg1-1/2 cups fat-free milk1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons unsalted butter, meltedFILLING:1 pound bay scallops1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/8 teaspoon white pepper1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms4 green onions, sliced2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheeseSliced green onions, optional Preparation In a small bowl, beat the egg whites, egg and milk. Combine flour and salt; add to milk mixture and mix well....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin2 cups vanilla ice creamSliced fresh strawberries, optional 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. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice....

Ingredients 8 croissants5 eggs, beaten1 cup light cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon ground cinnamonZest of 1 orange2 tablespoons maple syrupOptional Toppings: Confectioners’ sugar, assorted fresh fruit or maple syrup Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Using cooking spray, grease a 13x9-in. baking dish and set aside. Slice croissants in half lengthwise. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, vanilla paste, cinnamon, orange zest and maple syrup. Submerge croissant halves in liquid until completely soaked....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter1 cup all-purpose flour4 eggsFILLING:2-1/2 cups cold milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant French vanilla pudding mix1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedICING:2 ounces semisweet chocolate2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 large bananas, sliced3 tablespoons brown sugar3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon butter1 cup reduced-fat vanilla ice cream Preparation Place bananas in a small microwave-safe bowl. Top with brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon; dot with butter. Cover and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is melted, stirring once. Spoon banana mixture into bowls; top with ice cream. Serve immediately.