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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped almonds1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips12 ounces white candy coating disks, melted12 ounces dark chocolate candy coating disks, melted2 ounces milk chocolate candy coating disks, melted Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix24 large marshmallows6 milk chocolate candy bars with almonds (1.45 ounces each), chopped2/3 cup whole milk1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cool. For filling, in a small saucepan, combine the marshmallows, candy bars and milk. Cook and stir over low heat until marshmallows are melted....

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup baking cocoa1/4 cup vegetable oil2 cups sugar4 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup milk chocolate chips1 cup coarsely chopped pecansConfectioners’ sugarPecan halves, toasted, optional Preparation Melt butter in a large saucepan. Whisk in cocoa and oil until smooth. Cook and stir over low heat until cocoa is blended. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in sugar....

Ingredients 5 cups shredded cabbage1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup cauliflowerets1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained1/2 cup chopped green pepper2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup white vinegar1/3 cup vegetable oil1 tablespoon water2 teaspoons finely chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon celery seed Preparation In a large bowl, toss cabbage, oranges, cauliflower, pineapple and green pepper. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir into cabbage mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours....

Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (7 to 9 pounds) GLAZE:1/2 cup orange juice, divided 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon honey4 teaspoons cornstarch2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Cover and bake until a thermometer reads 130°, 2-1/2 to 3 hours. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup orange juice and Chinese five-spice powder; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 30 chocolate wafers, finely crushed (about 1-2/3 cups crumbs)1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons brewed espressoFILLING:8 ounces semisweet chocolate2 tablespoons brewed espresso3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed24 chocolate-covered coffee beansBaking cocoa, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Line 24 muffin cups with foil liners. Mix wafer crumbs and sugar; stir in butter and espresso....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh baby spinach2 medium yellow tomatoes, sliced2 medium red tomatoes, sliced4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons olive oil Preparation Arrange spinach on a platter; top with tomato and cheese slices. Sprinkle with basil, salt and pepper. Drizzle with vinegar and oil. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Ingredients 1/3 cup hickory smoke-flavored barbecue sauce1/3 cup A.1. steak sauce1/3 cup sherry or unsweetened apple juice2 tablespoons honey6 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 8 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Mix first 4 ingredients; reserve 1/3 cup sauce for serving. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Place on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until a thermometer reads 145°, 4-6 minutes per side, brushing frequently with remaining sauce after turning....

Ingredients 2 cups quartered fresh strawberries1-1/4 cups fresh raspberries1-1/4 cups fresh blackberries2/3 cup fresh blueberries4 tablespoons sugar, divided2 teaspoons lemon juice4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1-1/2 cups fat-free whipped toppingDash ground cinnamon6 meringue cookies Preparation In a large bowl, combine the berries, 2 tablespoons sugar and lemon juice; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the whipped topping, cinnamon and remaining sugar until combined....

Ingredients 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced2 cups fresh corn, cooked1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup vinegar2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperPinch cayenne pepper Preparation Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and chill for several hours.

Ingredients 1 tsp. vegetable oil (optional) 1/2 tsp. salt 2 c. dry masa harina (preferably Maseca or Bob’s Red Mill) Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups room-temperature water, oil, and salt. Stir in the masa, then work into a dough. Dough should be as moist as clay but not sticky. Press a piece flat between your fingers — if the edges crack, work 1/2 teaspoon water into dough at a time, up to 1/4 cup more if necessary....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 large egg1 tablespoon water3/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 envelope onion soup mix1 tablespoon butter, melted1 package (4.7 ounces) broccoli cheddar rice and sauce mix Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and water. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and soup mix. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges2 packages (.3 ounce each) sugar-free cranberry gelatin1-1/2 cups boiling water1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1-1/2 cups crushed salt-free pretzels6 tablespoons butter, meltedSugar substitute equivalent to 5 tablespoons sugar, divided1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed Preparation Drain oranges, reserving juice in a 2-cup measuring cup; set oranges and juice aside. In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/2 cups milk, divided2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1-1/2 pounds fully cooked ham, cubed3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseToast points or biscuits Preparation In a saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until tender; drain and set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in cornstarch, salt and pepper until smooth....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onion, chopped1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets1 small potato, peeled and cubed2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon white pepper2 cups half-and-half cream1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill Optional: Minced chives, lemon peel strips, snipped fresh dill and croutons Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 to 2 cups 2% milk1 cup sour cream8 ounces cubed Velveeta1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add 1-1/2 cups milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 3 cups cubed cooked turkey1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained2/3 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup sliced almonds1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, combine first six ingredients; heat through. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Unroll crescent dough and place over turkey mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 teaspoon lemon extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon saltColored sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until easy to handle. On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in....

Ingredients c. sour cream 1/4 c. milk 2 tbsp. chopped fresh chives or scallion tops 1/4 tsp. Wine vinegar 1 3/4 tsp. salt 1 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 lb. baking potatoes (about 2) 3 tart apples 1 small onion 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley 2 eggs 1/2 c. dry bread crumbs 2 1/2 tbsp. cooking oil 1 small head curly endive (about 3/4 pound) 1 small head red- or green-leaf lettuce (about 1/2 pound)...

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 stalk lemongrass 1 medium onion 2 stalk celery 2 clove garlic 1 piece fresh gingerroot 12 carrots 1 tbsp. curry powder 8 c. chicken stock or vegetable stock 1/2 c. canned unsweetened coconut milk salt Freshly ground pepper 3/4 c. unsweetened or sweetened shredded coconut (optional) Preparation Step 1In a large, heavy saucepan or stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Smash bottom end of lemongrass (about 3 inches) with handle end of a knife....