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Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, softened1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milk24 ice cream cake cones (about 3 inches tall)Frosting of your choiceSprinkles or chopped peanuts, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons cornmeal3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltDash ground nutmeg1 large egg1-1/2 cups buttermilk2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 8 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk egg, buttermilk, oil and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened (batter will be lumpy). Let stand 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup canned pumpkin pie filling1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup white baking chips1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in pie filling, cranberry sauce, egg and vanilla....

Ingredients 2 unbaked pastry shells (9 inches each)5 large eggs1-1/2 cups milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese1 cup shredded Swiss Cheese3 tablespoons all-purpose flour6 to 8 ounces canned or frozen crabmeat, thawed, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained Preparation Line each unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 400° for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 large egg white, room temperature3 tablespoons buttermilk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 cup fresh raspberries2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon 2% milk Preparation In a small bowl, cream the cream cheese, butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and egg white. Beat in buttermilk and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 cup fat-free plain yogurt3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh spinach1 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon pepperFresh vegetables and/or sliced bread Preparation Line a strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth or 1 coffee filter; place over a bowl. Place yogurt in prepared strainer; cover yogurt with edges of cheesecloth. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until yogurt has thickened to the consistency of whipped cream....

Ingredients 1 pound yellow onions (about 3 medium), sliced2 tablespoons butter4 cups chicken brothDash each pepper and dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt, optional2 cups milk, divided1/3 cup all-purpose flour Preparation In a 3-qt. saucepan over medium heat, saute onions in butter. Add broth, pepper, thyme and salt if desired; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add 1-2/3 cups milk. Stir flour into remaining milk until smooth; add to soup....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (about 25 wafers)1/4 cup ground macadamia nuts2 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons butter, melted1/8 teaspoon almond extractFILLING:8 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract5 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/3 cup milk chocolate chipsTOPPING:8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped7 tablespoons heavy whipping creamWhite chocolate shavings and chopped macadamia nuts Preparation In a small bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, nuts and sugar; stir in butter and almond extract....

Ingredients 1 domestic goose (10 to 12 pounds)1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper6 small navel oranges, divided1/3 cup light corn syrup2 tablespoons sugar Preparation Sprinkle goose with salt, sage and pepper; prick skin well with a fork. Cut three oranges into quarters; place in goose cavity. Tuck wings under goose; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking sodaFILLING:1 teaspoon instant coffee granules3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons butter, softenedGLAZE:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/3 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a small bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and vanilla; stir in chocolate mixture....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil5 miniature sweet peppers, julienned1/3 cup finely chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (10 ounces) couscous Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute peppers, onion and garlic until tender, 2-3 minutes. Stir in broth, water, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold water5 cups fresh blueberries, divided1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. On a floured surface, roll dough to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Trim and flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights. Bake on a lower oven rack until golden brown, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 18 medium fresh mushrooms1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/3 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 garlic clove, mincedMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Remove stems from mushrooms (discard stems or save for another use); set caps aside. In a small bowl, combine the crab, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, cheese and garlic. Stuff into mushroom caps. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° until mushrooms are tender, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup milk1 envelope garlic and herb pasta sauce mix1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried parsley flakesHot cooked fettuccine Preparation Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine the soup, milk, sauce mix, thyme and parsley; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender. Serve with fettuccine....

Ingredients 1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices1 large tomato, chopped1 small red onion, thinly sliced1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon vinegarSalt and pepper to tasteLeaf lettuce, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine cucumber, tomato and onion. In another bowl, combine the sour cream, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; mix well. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Serve over lettuce if desired.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons mayonnaise1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dill weed4 croissants, split4 lettuce leaves4 slices provolone cheese1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced1/2 pound thinly sliced deli chicken Preparation In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and dill. Spread over croissant bottoms. Top with lettuce, cheese, cucumber and chicken; replace tops.

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon dried minced onion2 teaspoons dill weed1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1 teaspoon sugarFresh vegetables or potato chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve with vegetables or potato chips.

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce6 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 4 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; spoon over both sides of pork. Broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)8 ounces mild or hot Italian sausage1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes, divided2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1 garlic clove, minced2 large eggs, lightly beaten3 cups cream-style cottage cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon pepper9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients CRUST:1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped pecans1/2 cup cold butterFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix3 cups cold whole milk1 chocolate bar, grated Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour and pecans; cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Press into a 13x9-in....