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Ingredients 3 pounds potatoes (about 8 medium)6 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped3 celery ribs, chopped6 green onions, chopped2 medium dill pickles, finely chopped1-1/2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup dill pickle juice4-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperOptional: Leaf lettuce and dill pickle slices Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven or large kettle and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 20-30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided 2 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large egg whites, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup water1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a microwave, melt 1 cup chocolate chips. Stir until smooth. Beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add egg whites and vanilla; beat well. Stir in melted chocolate. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to butter mixture alternately with water....

Ingredients 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs, divided1/3 cup sour cream36 nonpareils1/4 cup sliced almonds18 pieces black shoestring licorice (2 inches each) Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in 1 cup wafer crumbs and sour cream. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until firm enough to shape. Place remaining wafer crumbs in a shallow bowl. For each mouse, roll about 1 tablespoon crumb mixture into a ball; taper one end to resemble a mouse....

Ingredients 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup buttermilk1 package (10 ounces) cinnamon baking chips2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Fold in chips. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 10-12 times or until dough is no longer sticky....

Ingredients 4 flour tortillas (8 inches)Refrigerated butter-flavored spray1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamonDIP:4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese3/4 cup vanilla yogurt4-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation For chips, spritz tortillas with butter-flavored spray; cut each into eight wedges. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over tortillas. Bake at 350° for 7-9 minutes or just until crisp. Meanwhile, for dip, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, yogurt, sugar and cinnamon until smooth....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar1 large egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractBROWNIE LAYER:1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder12 Oreo cookies, crushed8 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth. For brownie layer, combine the butter, sugars and cocoa in a large bowl....

Ingredients 5 pounds potatoes, cooked, peeled and diced2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1/4 cup finely chopped green or sweet red pepper1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 small garlic clove, minced6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground pepperDRESSING:3/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sour cream1 teaspoon horseradish1 teaspoon Dijon mustardPinch oreganoPinch chives Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients....

Ingredients 1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/3 cup 2% milk1/3 cup canola oil1 cup shredded peeled tart apple1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon orange juice Preparation In a small bowl, combine cranberry sauce and orange zest; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 16 slices bread, crusts removed, cubed1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1 tablespoon grated orange zest1/4 cup butter, melted6 large eggs4 cups whole milk3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extractORANGE CUSTARD SAUCE:3 large egg yolks1/4 cup sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream1 orange zest strip (1/4 inch)1/2 teaspoon orange extract Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes, cranberries and orange zest....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar1 egg2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup milk2 cups cranberries2 tablespoons grated orange or lemon peelCREAM SAUCE:1-1/3 cups sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream2/3 cup butter Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking powder and nutmeg; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups water (70° to 80°)1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried orange peel1/4 teaspoon ground mace2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups whole wheat flour2-3/4 teaspoons active dry yeast1/2 cup dried cranberries1 large egg white1 tablespoon water Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first 9 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting. Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1-2 tablespoons water or flour if needed....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 teaspoon canola oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up1/3 cup julienned green pepper1/4 cup chopped celery1/4 cup sliced onion1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup hot cooked rice Preparation In a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 4 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sugar2 cups chocolate-flavored crisp rice cereal1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 teaspoon shortening Preparation In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff peaks form, about 6 minutes. Fold in cereal. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 1 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 cups Rice Krispies1 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 cups bittersweet chocolate chips1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and butter until blended; gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar and salt until smooth. Stir in crispy rice. Refrigerate until firm, 30 minutes. Roll into 1 inch balls and chill again. Melt chocolate in the microwave. Dip balls into chocolate, allow excess to drip off....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 stick unsalted butter 1/4 c. ice water 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 lb. boneless lamb shoulder salt Freshly ground pepper 1 medium onion 2 tsp. curry powder 2 1/2 tbsp. all-purpose flour c. dry white wine 2 c. chicken stock 2 c. butternut squash 2 c. Tuscan kale 1 medium carrot 1 c. unsweetened coconut milk 2 tbsp. Parsley...

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)2 large eggs, room temperature2 tablespoons butter, softened3 tablespoons water1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, butter and water (batter will be thick). Fold in chocolate chips. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake 10-13 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 cup Dijon mustard2/3 cup white wine or chicken broth1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar3 tablespoons soy sauce1 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup minced fresh dill1 teaspoon pepper1 salmon fillet (1 inch thick and 3 pounds), cut in half widthwise Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the mustard, wine, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce until well blended. Gradually whisk in oil. Stir in dill and pepper. Place salmon in a shallow glass dish....

Ingredients 1 cup peanut butter1/2 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar60 miniature pretzels (about 3 cups)1-1/2 cups milk chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation In a small bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until smooth. Beat in confectioners’ sugar until combined. Shape into 1-in. balls; press one on each pretzel. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until peanut butter mixture is set, about 1 hour. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and oil; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 tablespoon lime juice1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powderDash saltAssorted crackers or fresh vegetables Preparation In a small food processor, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1 cup butter, melted2 large eggs, room temperature, beaten1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt5-1/2 to 6-1/4 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1-1/2 cups chopped pecansICING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....