Ingredients 1/4 c. vegetable oil 3/4 lb. zucchini (about 2 small) 1/2 lb. okra 4 scallions 1 serrano chile Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 can chickpeas 1 1/2 tbsp. madras curry powder 1 large tomato 4 oz. baby spinach (4 cups) 2 tbsp. water 1/4 c. plain whole-milk yogurt 4 large pita breads cilantro sprigs Preparation Step 1In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil. Add the zucchini, okra, scallions and chile and season with salt and pepper....
Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 teaspoons grated orange zest5 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:1-1/2 cups sugar1 cup water1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, butter, sugars, nutmeg, salt, eggs and orange zest and 2 cups flour....
Ingredients 1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme2-2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash salt1 milk chocolate candy bar (5 ounces), chopped1-1/2 teaspoons shortening Preparation In a large bowl, mix marshmallow creme, coconut, vanilla and salt until blended. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours. In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth....
Ingredients 1-1/4 cups water3/4 cup butter1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour5 eggs2 tablespoons milk1 egg yolk Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny....
Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 cup chopped onion1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided3 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce, divided12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add soup, sour cream, chiles, 1 cup cheese and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce; heat through....
Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted3 tablespoons butter, melted1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup sour cream Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine the soups and butter. Stir in potatoes. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until potatoes are tender....
Ingredients 1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes6 cups water1/3 cup chopped onion2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted4 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed1 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, water and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; stir in soup and cheese. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in the sour cream, salt and pepper....
Ingredients 5 individual cream-filled sponge cakes, split in half lengthwise or 7 slices pound cake (about 3/4 inch thick)1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1-1/2 cups cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix2 cups whipped topping, divided1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Place cake in an ungreased 11x7-in. dish. Top with pineapple; cover and set aside. In a bowl, beat milk and pudding mix until smooth. Fold in 1/2 cup whipped topping; pour over pineapple....
Ingredients 3 eggs1 cup milk5 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flourAdditional butterSAUCE/FILLING:1 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups thinly sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softenedConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar and salt. Beat in flour until smooth; let stand for 30 minutes. Melt 1/2 teaspoon butter in an 8-in. nonstick skillet. Pour 1/4 cup batter into the center of skillet; lift and turn pan to cover bottom....
Ingredients 3 to 4 cups shredded cabbage1 cup shredded carrots1 cup thinly sliced green pepper1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup lemon juice1 to 2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large salad bowl, toss the cabbage, carrots and green pepper. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Chill for at least 2-3 hours.
Ingredients 12 packages (16 ounces each) frozen corn, thawed12 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas, thawed12 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained3 cups chopped green onions3 jars (4 ounces each) diced pimientos, drained6 cups mayonnaise2-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese2-1/4 cups milk3/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons pepper6 cups slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In several large bowls, combine the corn, peas, water chestnuts, onions and pimientos. In another large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cheese, milk, lemon juice, salt and pepper....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound beef top round steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips3 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 cups sliced onions1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon curry powder1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 cup boiling water1/2 cup tomato juice3 tablespoons tomato pasteHot cooked noodles or rice Preparation In a large resealable bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper; add beef. Seal bag and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown beef in 2 tablespoons oil; drain....
Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup shortening1 large egg1/4 cup cold water2 tablespoons white vinegarFILLING:10 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 8 medium)1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 tablespoon butter1 large egg1 tablespoon 2% milk Preparation Place flour in a large bowl; cut in shortening until crumbly. In a small bowl, whisk egg, water and vinegar; gradually add to crumb mixture, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed....
Ingredients 2 cans (16 ounces each) chocolate fudge frosting, divided1 large egg, room temperature1 cup chunky peanut butter1-1/2 cups all-purpose flourSugar Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Reserve 1 can plus 1/3 cup frosting for topping cookies. In a large bowl, mix egg, peanut butter and remaining frosting until blended. Stir in flour just until moistened. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork dipped in sugar....
Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix2 tablespoons instant chocolate drink mix2 teaspoons baking powder1 large egg1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsOptional: Maple syrup and butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix, drink mix and baking powder. Whisk egg, milk and sour cream; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in chocolate chips. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles form on top; cook until second side is golden brown....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltCHOCOLATE TOPPING:1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shorteningChopped peanuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars. Beat in eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Chill for 15 minutes....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup grated unpeeled zucchini1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda and cinnamon; gradually add to creamed mixture just until moistened. Fold in zucchini and chocolate chips....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoon milk2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarch1/8 teaspoon saltFILLING:5 tablespoons raspberry jamFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractGreen food coloringQuartered red candied cherries and star-shaped sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Add milk. Combine the flour, cornstarch and salt; add to the creamed mixture, beating just until dough forms a ball....
Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, separated into 10 biscuits1/4 cup butter, melted10 teaspoons strawberry preserves Preparation In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. Dip top and sides of biscuits in butter, then in cinnamon-sugar. Place on ungreased baking sheets. With the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a deep indentation in the center of each biscuit; fill with 1 teaspoon preserves....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups quick-cooking oats Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....
