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Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. cornstarch 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder tsp. salt 3/4 c. granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1/2 c. milk 4 oz. bittersweet chocolate 1/2 c. heavy cream 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. light corn syrup sweetened shredded coconut Mini nonpareil candies Preparation Step 1Make the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup white baking chips, melted and cooled1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup marshmallow cremeCUPCAKES:1 package (14-1/2 ounces) gingerbread cake/cookie mix2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon ground ginger2 ounces semisweet chocolate, meltedGrated semisweet chocolate Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Beat first four ingredients until blended; gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar. Fold in marshmallow creme. Refrigerate, covered, while preparing cupcakes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup malted milk powder1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder2 cups fat-free milk2 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping6 malted milk balls, chopped6 maraschino cherries Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup butter, cubed1 cup peanut butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 10 whole crackers)1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, butter and peanut butter. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes; stir until well blended. Stir in vanilla. Add cracker crumbs and marshmallows; stir until coated. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in....

Ingredients 3 medium cucumbers, peeled and coarsely chopped1 medium mango, coarsely chopped1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped1 small red onion, coarsely chopped1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.

Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 cup dried minced onion4 to 6 tablespoons chili powder1/4 cup paprika2 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon dried minced garlic1 tablespoon sugarADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):1 pound ground beef1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 small green pepper, chopped1/2 to 3/4 cup waterSour cream, optional Preparation Combine the first eight ingredients; divide into six batches (a scant 1/2 cup each)....

Ingredients 2 c. Bisquick 1/4 c. heavy cream 1/4 c. milk 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted 2 tbsp. granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash 1 tbsp. water, for egg wash 1 1/4 c. heavy cream 1/3 c. confectioners’ sugar 1 tsp. vanilla or almond extract 2 c. strawberries, rinsed. green tops removed, and halved 3 tbsp. granulated sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) cream-style corn3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed1/2 cup crushed saltines, divided1 large egg, lightly beaten1 tablespoon dried minced onionDash pepper2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine corn, broccoli, 1/4 cup crushed saltines, egg, onion and pepper. Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine butter and remaining 1/4 cup crushed saltines; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, until lightly browned and a thermometer reads 160°, 35-40 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix2 tablespoons sugar2/3 cup milk1 egg, lightly beaten2/3 cup jellied cranberry sauceTOPPING:1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons milk1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, sugar, milk and egg. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Drop cranberry sauce by teaspoonfuls over batter. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over cranberry sauce. Bake at 400° for 18-23 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 2 eggs3/4 cup crushed saltines (about 22 crackers)1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce1/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/2 pound ground ham1/2 cup barbecue sauce, optionalBay leaves and fresh cranberries, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef and ham over mixture and mix well. Pat into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 shallot, finely chopped1 pound fresh chanterelle mushrooms or other wild mushrooms, coarsely chopped1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper6 cups chicken stock1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup cream sherry Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallot; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes. Add mushrooms and thyme; cook 5 minutes longer. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually whisk in stock....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons minced garlic2 teaspoons olive oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles1 cup cooked long grain rice1/4 cup dry red wine1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives3 tablespoons tomato paste2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 large green peppers1 cup waterRoasted sweet red pepper strips, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 6 medium ears sweet corn in husks1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Place in a large kettle; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup coconut oil, room temperature2 tablespoons grated lemon zest1/2 cup refrigerated unsweetened coconut milkTOPPING:1 tablespoon refrigerated unsweetened coconut milk1 tablespoon coarse sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in coconut oil until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in coconut milk and zest just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently until dough holds together when pressed....

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1-1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons brewed coffee, room temperature, divided2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons baking cocoa, divided1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1-1/2 cups raisins3/4 cup chopped walnuts1-1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup cider vinegar1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon paprika1/2 medium head cabbage, shredded2 medium carrots, shredded1 celery rib, shredded Preparation Place the first six ingredients in a blender or food processor. Cover and process on high until the sugar is dissolved, about 30 seconds. In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, celery and dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons canola oil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (12 ounces) cola1 cup ketchup1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add chicken; brown on all sides. Carefully add cola, ketchup, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the chicken reads 170°....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/4 pound shaved deli ham, chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained25 slices pepperoni, quartered3 green onions, chopped1/3 cup chopped green pepper2 cups (8 ounces) finely shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseTortilla chips Preparation Spread cream cheese onto a 14-in. pizza pan. Spread pizza sauce to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with the mushrooms, ham, olives, pepperoni, onions, green pepper and cheese....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup sour cream3-1/2 cups fresh or frozen whole kernel corn1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced chives Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoon of drippings. Crumble bacon; set aside. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add flour, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until bubbly; cook and stir 1 minute more....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained1 cup fresh or frozen cranberriesCAKE:1 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice3/4 cup sour cream1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, halvedSweetened whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and butter; spread onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in....