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Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 egg1-3/4 cups reduced-fat eggnog1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1/4 cup canola oil1 cup golden raisins1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, eggnog, applesauce and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in raisins and pecans. Transfer to two 8x4-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups sweetened shredded coconut2 cups finely chopped walnuts2 jars (16 ounces each) maraschino cherries with stems, well drained and patted dry2 packages (11-1/2 ounces each) milk chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Beat in milk and vanilla until well blended and mixture looks like softened butter....

Ingredients 3/4 cup raisins1 tablespoon plus 3 cups bread flour, divided1 cup strong brewed coffee (70° to 80°)3 tablespoons canola oil1 egg, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons salt3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2-1/2 teaspoons quick-rise yeast Preparation Place raisins in bowl and add water to cover. Allow raisins to hydrate until needed. In a mixing bowl, add coffee, sugar and yeast. Let sit for 2 minutes. Place the following ingredients in the mixer in this order; flour, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, egg and oil....

Ingredients 1 10-oz. bag frozen cranberries 1/3 c. granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp. chopped rosemary 1 11-oz. tray frozen Sister Schubert’s Parker House Style Yeast Rolls (16 rolls), thawed 8 oz. brie cheese, cut into ½-inch pieces 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest Flaky sea salt Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, and 1 teaspoon of the rosemary....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves3 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided1 each medium green pepper, sweet red pepper and onion, julienned1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut broccoli, thawed and drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation In a skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons butter. Set aside; discard drippings....

Ingredients 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon curry powder1/4 teaspoon pepper8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds), skin removed Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 180°....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepperDash to 1/8 teaspoon dried mint flakes1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas1 celery rib, finely chopped1/2 cup milk1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons lemon juiceFresh mint, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the water, bouillon, garlic, curry powder, salt, pepper and mint to a boil. Stir in peas and celery....

Ingredients 12 oz. plump Medjool dates 2 tbsp. dark rum 2 tbsp. brewed espresso 3/4 c. water 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. cake flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. nutmeg tsp. ground cloves 1 pinch salt 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter 3/4 c. light brown sugar 4 large eggs 3/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. water 3/4 c. heavy cream 2 tbsp. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. Unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 tsp. salt 3/4 lb. bittersweet chocolate 2 tbsp. instant espresso powder dissolved in 1/4 cup of hot water 1 dozen large eggs 1 c. sugar 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar 6 tbsp. unsalted butter Malted Buttercream and Dark Chocolate Buttercream Meringue Mushrooms Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°. Butter two 12-by-17-inch rimmed baking sheets and line them with parchment paper, leaving a 1-inch overhang on all of the short sides....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, separated1 cup sugar, divided2 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup cake flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract3 drops green food coloring1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa3 tablespoons milk1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate curls Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/4 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup shortening1 egg1 teaspoon salt4 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon ground cinnamonTOPPING:1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add the sugar, shortening, egg, salt and 2 cups flour; beat on medium speed for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed8 cups cold water2 liters ginger ale, chilledIce cubes1 quart orange sherbet Preparation In a large container, combine concentrates and water. Chill. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the ginger ale and chilled concentrate mixture; add ice cubes. Top with scoops of sherbet. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, cubed Preparation In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Simmer until solids separate from fat, about 10 minutes, but do not allow butter to brown. Remove from heat; skim and discard surface foam. Slowly pour clear yellow liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months or in the freezer for up to 6 months....

Ingredients 2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar and coffee granules until light and fluffy. Serve with bread, bagels or toast. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 medium tomato, chopped1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauceTortilla chips Preparation In a bowl, combine the beans, corn, tomato, avocado and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, salt and hot pepper sauce; pour over bean mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup dry bread crumbs1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1/3 cup ketchup2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beefCRANBERRY SAUCE:1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 tablespoon lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) cranberry gelatin1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin1 cup boiling water1-1/2 cups ginger ale, chilled2 cups halved seedless red or green grapes1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained Preparation In a bowl, dissolve gelatins in boiling water. Gently stir in ginger ale. Refrigerate until slightly thickened, about 1-1/2 hours. Stir in grapes and oranges. Transfer to a 5-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate until firm....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup whole milk1 teaspoon sugar Preparation Cook peas according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk and sugar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Drain peas; stir into the sauce and heat through.

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaise2 green onions, finely chopped1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dill weed1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepperAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation Combine the first 9 ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. If desired, sprinkle with additional parsley. Serve with vegetables.

Ingredients 2 pounds haddock or cod fillets1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of shrimp soup, undiluted1 teaspoon grated onion1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers) Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Arrange fillets in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine soup, onion and Worcestershire sauce; pour over fish. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs. Bake 15 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork....