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Ingredients 1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/4 cup mayonnaise2 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon dill weed3/4 cup assorted chopped fresh vegetables (cucumber, radishes, red onion, green pepper and/or mushrooms)2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives3 tablespoons finely shredded cheddar cheese3 tablespoons finely shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Unroll crescent rolls and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Flatten dough into an 8-in. x 5-in. rectangle. Seal seams and perforations. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup finely chopped pecans1 teaspoon grated lemon zest6 tablespoons cold butter1 large egg yolk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-3/4 cups sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt4 large eggs2 large egg yolks1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, pecans and lemon zest, cut in butter until crumbly. Combine egg yolk and vanilla; stir into flour mixture....

Ingredients 1 large onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 cup medium pearl barley1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup shredded carrot1/2 cup coarsely shredded cabbage1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano2-1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add barley; saute for 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add the mushrooms, carrot, cabbage, red pepper, basil and oregano....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups cake flour1-1/2 cups sugar3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened4 large egg whites, room temperature3/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/3 cup rainbow jimmiesBUTTERCREAM:4 large egg whites1 cup packed light brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons clear vanilla extract1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon yellow food coloringConfetti sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment....

Ingredients 3 cups biscuit/baking mix2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cornmeal2 eggs2 cups milk1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledMaple syrup Preparation In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, sugar and cornmeal. In a small bowl, combine eggs and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in corn and bacon. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles form on top; cook until second side is golden brown....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 package (12 ounces) fresh cranberries, halved1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts3 tablespoons butter, meltedTOPPING:3/4 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 cup butter, melted3/4 cup all-purpose flourWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Sprinkle cranberries into crust. Combine the brown sugar, walnuts and butter; sprinkle over the cranberries. For topping, combine the sugar, eggs and butter in a bowl....

Ingredients 1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated breadsticks8 smoked sausage links or hot dogs1/2 to 3/4 cup potato sticksKetchup and/or mustard Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Separate dough into strips. Unroll and cut eight strips in half widthwise; set remaining strips aside. Cut sausages in half widthwise. Wrap one piece of dough around each sausage, leaving the rounded end showing. Place seam side down on an ungreased baking sheet. Place reserved breadsticks on baking sheet....

Ingredients 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 poblano peppers, chopped 1 white onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. cumin 1 tbsp. oregano 2 tsp. chili powder 2 tsp. kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 (15-oz) cans hominy, drained and rinsed Thinly sliced radishes, for garnish Sliced green cabbage, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish Preparation Step 1Place all ingredients except hominy and garnishes into the slow cooker....

Ingredients 20 peppermint or mint creme Oreo cookies, finely crushed3 tablespoons butter, melted5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 cup sour cream3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons peppermint extract4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candiesAdditional crushed candy canes or chopped Oreo cookies, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/4 cup bacon bits or crumbled cooked bacon1 to 3 teaspoons prepared horseradishPretzels or pretzel crisps Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, bacon and horseradish. Cover and chill until serving. Serve with pretzels.

Ingredients 10 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg, lightly beaten1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips3/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecansCARAMEL GLAZE:12 caramel candies2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation In a bowl, cream butter, sugar and vanilla. Add egg. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked instant brown rice4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium sweet orange pepper, sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprikaDash pepperMinced fresh basil, optional Preparation Prepare rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup chicken broth1-1/4 cups 2% milk2 cups coarsely shredded rotisserie chickenWAFFLES:2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk5 tablespoons butter, meltedSliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in broth and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes....

Ingredients 6 large egg whites3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/3 cups sugar1 cup coconut milk1/2 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups cake flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon saltSYRUP:1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milkTOPPING:1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractSweetened shredded coconut Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in another large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 10 pounds cabbage, shredded2 tablespoons salt6 cups sugar3 cups cider vinegar1-1/2 cups water2 tablespoons mustard seed2 tablespoons celery seed1 bunch celery, chopped4 medium carrots, shredded1 medium sweet red pepper, diced1 medium green pepper, diced Preparation In a large bowl, combine cabbage and salt; set stand for 2 hours. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, water, mustard seed and celery seed. Bring to a boil over medium heat; stir until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 1/3 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup canola oil2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds10 cups torn romaine1 medium pear, chopped1 medium apple, chopped1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 to 1 cup chopped cashews1/4 cup dried cranberries Preparation For dressing, place first five ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Add poppy seeds; pulse just until combined....

Ingredients 3/4 pound bulk pork sausage5 corn tortillas (6 inches)1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped canned green chilies6 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup 4% cottage cheese1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage until no longer pink; drain. Place four tortillas in a greased 9-in. pie plate, overlapping and extending 1/2 in. beyond rim....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water (70° to 80°)3 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons salt3 tablespoons minced chives2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon cracked black pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese4 cups bread flour2-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check the dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 bacon strip, diced2 tablespoons chopped onion1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon water1-1/4 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 cups shredded cabbage1 small tart apple, peeled and chopped1/4 cup sour cream Preparation In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towel. In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Add the vinegar, water,sugar, salt and pepper; cook until bubbly. Stir in cabbage and apple; toss to coat. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until cabbage is tender....

Ingredients 2 ounces uncooked fettuccine2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each), cut into 1-inch pieces1 to 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning4 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/2 medium green pepper, chopped2 teaspoons minced garlic1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, cook chicken in 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat until no longer pink....