Ingredients 1/4 cup baking cocoa1 cup water1 cup canola oil1/2 cup butter, cubed2 cups self-rising flour2 cups sugar1/2 cup buttermilk2 eggsFROSTING (for the layer cake):1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup baking cocoa1/4 cup milk4 to 4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cocoa and water until smooth; add the oil and butter. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat....
Ingredients 2 packages (6 ounces each) lime gelatin2-1/2 cups boiling water1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Stir in cinnamon. In a large measuring cup with a spout, beat milk and pudding mix until blended, about 1 minute. Quickly whisk into gelatin until smooth. Pour into a 13-in....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cold milk1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 graham cracker crusts (9 inches) Preparation In a bowl, whisk the milk, extract and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. In large bowl, beat cream cheese. Stir in pudding and mix well....
Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant coconut cream pudding mix1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:1/2 cup chopped pecans1/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions, adding pudding mix and vanilla; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the pecans, sugar and cinnamon. Spread half of the cake batter into a greased 13x9-in....
Ingredients 1 pound 10-bean mix (about 2 cups)8 cups water3 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup lemon juice1 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Place beans and enough water to cover in a Dutch oven or soup kettle. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; let stand for 1 hour. Drain beans and discard liquid....
Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1-1/4 cups water1/3 cup canola oil3 large egg whites1 cup coarsely crushed Oreo cookies (about 8)FROSTING:1/2 cup shortening4 to 4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractWhole and crushed Oreo cookies, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil and egg whites; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 2 minutes. Gently fold in crushed cookies....
Ingredients unsalted butter 1 c. flour 1 c. coarse yellow cornmeal 1/4 c. sugar 2 tbsp. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 1 c. buttermilk 1 large egg 1/4 c. safflower oil 1/4 tsp. finely grated orange zest 1/4 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 3/4 tsp. finely chopped jalapeno chile 1/4 c. grated white Cheddar cheese 2 tbsp. grated white Cheddar cheese...
Ingredients 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour1 cup cold butter1 cup plus 2 tablespoons cream-style cottage cheeseRaspberry jamGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon almond extract2% milk Preparation Place flour in a medium bowl; cut in butter as for pie crust. Blend in cottage cheese until mixture forms a ball (can use a food processor). Chill 1 hour. On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 3-in. round cutter. Place a level 1/4 teaspoon jam in center of reach cookie....
Ingredients 2 packages (16 ounces each) multicolored spiral pasta1 medium bunch broccoli, cut into florets1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets2 cups frozen peas and carrots2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese6 green onions, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 bottles (16 ounces each) creamy Italian salad dressing Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli, cauliflower, peas and carrots, tomatoes, cheese, onions, green pepper and olives....
Ingredients 2 cups 2% milk1 cup sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup all-purpose flour6 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and process for 10 seconds; scrape the sides. Process for another 10 seconds. Add coconut; process until blended, about 2 seconds. Pour into a greased 10-in. pie plate....
Ingredients 3/4 pound beef stew meat (1- to 1-1/2-inch pieces)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon canola oil1 large onion, cut into 3/4-inch pieces2 tablespoons curry powder2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 bay leaves3 cups beef stock1-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 3 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes 2 large carrots, thinly sliced1 tablespoon white vinegarHot cooked brown rice, optional Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper; toss with flour. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat; cook beef and onion until lightly browned, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon olive oil1 teaspoon reduced-fat margarine Preparation Place the first six ingredients in a shallow bowl. Brush chicken with mustard; roll in crumb mixture. In a large nonstick skillet, cook chicken in oil and margarine over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add the flour and oats; mix well. Pour into a lightly greased 11x7-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack for 3-5 minutes....
Ingredients 1/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed1/2 cup fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise1/4 cup sliced onion4-1/2 teaspoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/8 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cod or haddock fillets (4 ounces each) Preparation In a large skillet, saute the beans, carrots and onion in butter for 2 minutes. Stir in the flour and seasonings until blended; gradually add broth and wine....
Ingredients 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 1 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger 1 3/4 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 3/4 tsp. salt 2 lb. cod or scrod fillets 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/4 c. chopped cilantro or parsley Preparation Step 1In a large deep frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, about 3 minutes....
Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened1/3 cup shortening1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons hot caramel ice cream topping1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons dark roast instant coffee granules1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups (9 ounces) dark chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, ice cream topping and vanilla....
Ingredients 4 c. sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. table salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1 c. unsalted butter 2 c. sugar 2 large eggs 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Assorted liquid food coloring, for decorating Preparation Step 1Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. In large bowl, sift together flour, salt, and baking powder; set aside.Step 2In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar until fluffy....
Ingredients 4 medium baking potatoes1/4 cup butter1/4 to 1/3 cup half-and-half cream1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup finely chopped green onions or chives1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 can (6-1/2 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, cut upPaprika Preparation Bake potatoes at 425° for 45-55 minutes or until tender. When cool enough to handle, halve potatoes lengthwise. Carefully scoop out pulp into a bowl, leaving a thin shell....
Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter3 tablespoons 2% milk1 egg, beaten1/4 cup dried cranberries1/4 teaspoon coarse sugar Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine milk and 2 tablespoons beaten egg; add to crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in cranberries. Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times....
Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti1 small onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 to 4 tablespoons sliced pimientos1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup crushed potato chips Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender....
