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Ingredients 6 eggs 2 c. milk 1 c. heavy cream 2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 tbsp. sugar kosher salt 1 (16-oz.) loaf Cinnamon Swirl Bread 1/2 c. flour 1/3 c. firmly packed brown sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 Stick cold butter, cut into cubes Powdered sugar, for dusting Maple syrup, for serving Preparation Step 1Butter a 9”-x-13” casserole dish and arrange bread slices in an overlapping layer.Step 2In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla, sugar and salt until combined....

Ingredients 4 cups unblanched almonds, toasted1 cup sugar5 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each), melted1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 large eggs, room temperature4 teaspoons grated orange zest1 tablespoon orange juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extractFROSTING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon lemon extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 4 teaspoons water Preparation Place almonds in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. In a large bowl, combine the almonds, sugar, chocolate and cinnamon; set aside....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 jar (13 ounces) corn relish1/2 cup canned kidney beans1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped sweet orange pepper1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup evaporated milk1 pouch (6.4 ounces) light tuna in water1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided1 green onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOil for frying Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornmeal2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and mustard; cut in shortening until crumbly. Stir in cheese and milk just until moistened. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 26-28 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients HERB SAUCE:1/4 cup olive oil8 ounces fresh mushrooms, chopped1 large onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons sugar1 cup water1 bay leaf2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basilMEAT LOAF:2 pounds ground beef or combination of ground beef, pork and veal1 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs3 tablespoons milk2 large eggs, beaten Preparation In a skillet, heat oil on high....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 cups uncooked couscous1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped3 tablespoons chopped green onions Preparation Bring broth and butter to a boil in a large saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cranberries and onions. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until broth is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.

Ingredients 1 teaspoon butter1 can (16 ounces) milk chocolate frosting1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation Line an 8-in. square dish with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine frosting and chocolate chips. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until chips are melted. Stir in cranberries and nuts. Pour into prepared pan. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup orange juiceGrated zest of 1 orange2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons hot water1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In another bowl, beat egg. Add orange juice, zest, butter and hot water. Add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, cubed1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms5 medium carrots, chopped1 large onion, chopped3 celery ribs, sliced1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon each dried thyme, savory and parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper10 cups chicken broth3 cups uncooked wagon wheel pasta or other large shaped pasta2 cups cubed cooked turkey1 cup half-and-half cream Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, carrots, onion and celery; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up and skin removed2 eggs2 tablespoons water1-1/2 cups mashed potato flakes1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add chicken in two batches; shake to coat. In a shallow bowl, beat eggs and water. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with potato flakes....

Ingredients 4 cups torn curly endive, Belgian endive and/or escarole1/4 cup chopped red onion24 pimiento-stuffed olives2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon red wine vinegar3 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 3 teaspoons dried oregano1 tablespoon minced fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 ounces crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a salad bowl, toss the endive, onion and olives. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, oregano, mint, salt and pepper; shake well....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1-1/3 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:12 Oreo cookies1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon coconut extractDRIZZLE:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons shortening Additional Oreo cookies, crushed, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size)2 large eggs1 teaspoon almond extract1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling1 cup sugar1/3 cup milk1/3 cup butter1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs and extract. Add pie filling; mix well. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 cup butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips1 cup chopped pecans, toastedVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 12-in. cast-iron skillet, heat butter in oven as it preheats. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together sugar and brown sugar. When butter is almost melted, remove skillet from oven and swirl butter until completely melted....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter1/4 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)TOPPING:1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate curls, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and cream. Stir over low heat until butter is melted. Pour into two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Sprinkle with pecans; set aside. Prepare cake mix according to package directions....

Ingredients Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)1-1/2 cups sugar5 teaspoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon lemon juice4 cups shredded peeled tart apples (about 4 large)2 large eggs, beaten Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; trim pastry even with edge of plate. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, and orange and lemon zest. Stir in juices. Add apples and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. Sea salt 1/2 tsp. Sea salt 2 bunch collard greens 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 clove garlic c. raisins c. fresh-squeezed orange juice Preparation Step 1In a large pot over high heat, bring 3 quarts (12 cups) water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon salt. Add the collards and cook, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes, until softened. Meanwhile, prepare a large bowl of ice water....

Ingredients 1/2 cup finely ground coffee2 cups cold water1 cup sugarEACH SERVING:1 cup cold 2% milk Preparation Place ground coffee in filter basket of a drip coffeemaker. Add 2 cups cold water to water reservoir and brew according to manufacturer’s directions. In a small saucepan, combine coffee and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until reduced by half, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat; transfer to a small bowl or covered container....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cold milk1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1/4 cup sour creamAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk, orange juice concentrate and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Whisk in sour cream. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with fresh fruit.