Ingredients 3 cups chicken broth1 cup minced fresh basil1/4 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons all-purpose flourWhite pepper to taste3 cups milk1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a saucepan, simmer broth and basil, uncovered, for 15 minutes. In another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; gradually stir in broth and sour cream (do not boil)....
Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini2 fully cooked Italian chicken sausage links (3 ounces each), sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and stir sausage over medium-high heat 4-5 minutes or until browned. Add tomatoes and spinach; cook and stir just until spinach is wilted....
Ingredients 16 ounces frozen popcorn chicken (about 4 cups)1 tablespoon canola oil2 medium carrots, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 cup orange juice1/3 cup hoisin sauce3 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepperHot cooked rice Preparation Bake popcorn chicken according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....
Ingredients 1/4 c. ancho chile powder 1/4 c. ground cumin 1 tbsp. ground cumin kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 2 rack baby back ribs 4 jalapeños 8 clove garlic 1/2 c. fresh lime juice 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice 1/2 c. honey 1 lb. fresh pineapple rings 2 tbsp. light brown sugar 1/4 c. finely diced red onion 1/2 c. Chopped cilantro 1 large Hass avocado Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the ancho powder with 1/4 cup of the cumin, 2 tablespoons of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper....
Ingredients 2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) white baking chips1 package (10 ounces) pretzel rods, halved1-1/2 cups green and red sprinkles Preparation In a microwave, melt white baking chips; stir until smooth. Dip pretzels in chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Add sprinkles; place on waxed paper until set. Arrange pretzels in a circle on a decorative serving plate.
Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting11 Kit Kat candy bars (1-1/2 ounces each)2 pounds fresh strawberries1 pint fresh blueberries1 pint fresh raspberries2 tablespoons apricot preserves, warmedFresh mint leaves, optional Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake....
Ingredients 2 c. granola with nuts and dried fruit 1 c. chocolate peanut butter (see Note) 1 large egg 1 pinch salt Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Pick out the dried fruit from 1 cup of the granola and add the fruit to the remaining granola. Transfer the fruit-free granola to a food processor and pulse until finely ground; transfer to a medium bowl....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar4 large eggs, lightly beaten3 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups chopped walnuts2 ounces unsweetened chocolateFROSTING:5 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Add flour and salt; mix well. Fold in walnuts. Spread half of batter into a greased 13-in. x 9-in....
Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup sliced celery1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons canola oil6 cups chicken broth1-1/2 cups sliced carrots1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup uncooked macaroni1-1/2 cups frozen peas Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the chicken, celery and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add the broth, carrots, thyme, salt if desired and pepper; bring to a boil....
Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons orange marmalade4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small bowl whisk all ingredients. Chill until serving.
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons instant coffee granules1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons shortening, divided 1/2 cup white baking chips Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars, coffee granules and salt until light and fluffy; gradually beat flour into creamed mixture. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with floured 2-in....
Ingredients 3/4 pound fingerling potatoes, cut in half2 cups fresh baby carrots2 medium onions, cut into wedges4 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups white wine or beef broth1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)1/2 cup stone-ground mustard1 small head cabbage, cut into thin wedges1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained Preparation In a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker, combine the potatoes, carrots, onions and garlic. Pour wine over vegetables....
Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter1 egg2/3 cup milk1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 cups coarsely crushed saltines (about 27 crackers) Preparation In a skillet over medium heat, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. In a bowl, combine the egg, milk, parsley, sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Add the crackers and celery mixture; toss lightly. Place in a greased 1-qt....
Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup white vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon celery seed2 cups sliced cucumbers1/4 cup sliced onions Preparation In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients; mix well. Stir in the cucumbers and onions. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
Ingredients 2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons olive oil1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup 2% milk1 cup egg substitute1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Coat a 9-in. pie plate with cooking spray. Sprinkle bottom and sides with bread crumbs; shake out the excess. Set plate aside....
Ingredients 1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated breadsticks12 wooden pop sticks12 hot dogsKetchup, mustard and/or ranch dressing Preparation Separate breadstick dough; roll each piece into a 15-in. rope. Insert a wooden pop stick into each hot dog lengthwise. Starting at one end, wrap dough in a spiral around hot dog; pinch ends to seal. Place 1 in. apart on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes....
Ingredients 1 pint large strawberries4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon shortening, divided1 ounce white baking chocolate4 drops food coloring, optional Preparation Wash strawberries and gently pat with paper towels until completely dry. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semisweet chocolate and 1 tablespoon shortening at 50% power; stir until smooth. Dip each strawberry and place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze strawberries for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, microwave white chocolate and remaining shortening at 30% power until melted; stir until smooth....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg1/2 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped pecans18 to 22 large marshmallows, halvedICING:1/4 cup butter, cubed2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1 ounce semisweet chocolate, chopped2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 to 6 tablespoons brewed coffee Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, milk and vanilla....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups finely chopped pecans or almonds1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, cornstarch, cocoa and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups applesauce1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsGLAZE:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon butter5 teaspoons water1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractDash salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the melted chocolate chips, eggs and vanilla....
