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Ingredients 6 ounces white baking chocolate, coarsely chopped1/4 cup flaked coconut, toasted1/4 cup pomegranate seeds2 ounces dark chocolate, chopped Preparation Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with butter. In a microwave, melt white chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in coconut and pomegranate seeds. Spread into prepared pan. In a microwave, melt dark chocolate. Drizzle over white chocolate mixture. Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, about 1 hour. Using foil, lift chocolate mixture out of pan....

Ingredients 4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon active dry yeast2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milk2/3 cup water1/3 cup canola oil1 tablespoon lemon juiceFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, divided2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 teaspoons lemon juice, divided1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed, optional1 each small green and sweet red pepper1 medium lemon Preparation In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, sugar, yeast, lemon zest and salt....

Ingredients 1 small head cabbage, chopped6 cups fresh broccoli florets1 medium cucumber, chopped2 celery ribs, sliced12 fresh sugar snap peas, halved1 small green pepper, chopped3/4 cup buttermilk1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted2 green onions, thinly sliced Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk buttermilk, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and salt. Pour over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained4 cod fillets (6 ounces each) 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced (about 1-1/2 cups)1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesHot cooked whole wheat pastaMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place tomatoes in a blender. Cover and process until pureed. Pat fish dry with paper towels. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-3/4 cups chicken broth2/3 cup whole milk2 cups cubed cooked turkey1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 cups frozen peas and carrotsPastry:2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons celery seed1 teaspoon salt2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening4 to 5 tablespoons cold waterWhole milk, optional Preparation In a saucepan, saute onion in butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add broth and milk....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/2 recipe Flaky Tart Dough 10 large eggs 2 c. Crème fraîche 2 c. whole milk 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh thyme 2 c. fresh corn kernels 1 c. cherry tomatoes 1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese Preparation Step 1On a lightly floured work surface, roll dough into a 16-inch round. With a dry pastry brush, sweep off any excess flour; fit dough into a 10-inch deep-dish (2-inch) tart pan with a removable bottom, gently pressing it into the sides....

Ingredients 1 pound red potatoes, cut into small wedges1-1/2 cups water1 large onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings4 cups coleslaw mix8 ounces thinly sliced deli corned beef, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 tablespoon canola oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar4 teaspoons spicy brown mustard1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon caraway seeds1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes and water in a 3-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Cover; microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until potatoes are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 eggs1-1/2 cups light corn syrup1/2 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup cornmeal3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 unbaked pastry shells (9 inches)Whipped cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add corn syrup, milk and vanilla; mix well. Fold in cornmeal and flour. Pour into pastry shells. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Reduce heat to 300°....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking sodaFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) pitted dates1 cup water1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough into 3 portions; shape each into a disk....

Ingredients 1 sweet onion1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon pepperBEER BATTER:1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper7 tablespoons beer or nonalcoholic beerOil for deep-fat fryingDIPPING SAUCE:1/4 cup sour cream2 tablespoons chili sauce1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Cut onion into 1-in. wedges and separate into pieces. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne and pepper....

Ingredients 1/4 cup Dijon mustard1/4 cup olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 slice Brioche bread (1/2 inch thick), toasted1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mustard, oil, garlic and cayenne. Place bread in a food processor; cover and process until fine crumbs form. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon mustard mixture. Place asparagus in an ungreased 13-in....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup buttermilk1/4 cup butter, melted1 large egg1 tablespoon orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sliced fresh strawberriesTOPPING:1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar2 cups whipped topping2 teaspoons orange liqueur or orange juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of a greased 9-in. round baking pan with parchment; grease paper. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 1/2 cup white wine1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons salt-free seasoning blend4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 teaspoons each grated orange, lemon and lime zest3 tablespoons each orange, lemon and lime juices4 cups mixed pitted olives Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add citrus zest and juices; whisk until blended. Add olives and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours before serving....

Ingredients 1 cup buttermilk1 cup canola oil1 cup brewed coffee, chilled2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar3/4 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 cup chopped pecansFILLING:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconutCHOCOLATE GLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa2 to 3 tablespoons hot water2 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons vanilla extract...

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon butter1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup tomato paste4 cups beef broth3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 tablespoons water5 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces3 medium turnips, peeled and cubed2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 4 red snapper fillets (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup white wine or chicken stock2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup pitted green olives, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced2 tablespoons capers, drained2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oilHot cooked Israeli couscous and chopped fresh cilantro, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; drizzle with wine....

Ingredients 12 slice white bread 2 beets 1 sweet potato 1/2 c. all purpose flour 1 1/2 c. vegetable oil 1/2 c. butter 4 tbsp. chicken stock 4 tbsp. milk 1/2 c. Pommeray mustard salt ground black pepper 2 tsp. crushed yellow mustard seed 2 tsp. ground turmeric 2 tsp. curry powder 1 tsp. paprika 2 egg yolks 1 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 dill pickle 2 stalk celery 2 lb. lump crabmeat...

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/3 cup jellied cranberry sauce4-1/2 teaspoons stone-ground mustard3 tablespoons dried cranberries2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with pepper. Brown chops on both sides over medium-high heat in a large skillet coated with cooking spray. Combine cranberry sauce and mustard; spoon over chops. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 4-6 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°....

Ingredients 1/4 cup thawed cranberry juice concentrate1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperTorn salad greensSliced radishes and sweet yellow and orange peppers or vegetables of your choice Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; shake well. Serve over greens and vegetables. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs2 cups sugar1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup canola oil1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar; add the pumpkin and oil and mix well. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the cranberries....