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Ingredients 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups fat-free milk2 egg yolks, lightly beaten1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add milk and egg yolks; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese1/4 cup hot pepper sauce2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 cup crushed cornflakes Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Flatten chicken breasts to 1/4-in. thickness. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with blue cheese. Roll up each from a short side and secure with toothpicks. In a shallow bowl, combine pepper sauce and mayonnaise. Place cornflakes in a separate shallow bowl....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes1 tablespoon butter, melted1/4 cup picante sauce1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup chopped tomato2 tablespoons chopped green onionTOPPING:3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons sour cream1 tablespoon prepared ranch salad dressing1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 400° for 45-50 minutes or until tender. When cool enough to handle, cut each potato lengthwise into four wedges. Cut away the white portion, leaving 1/4 in....

Ingredients 5 uncooked bratwurst links (1-1/4 pounds) , cut into 1/2-inch pieces5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1 medium tart apple, chopped1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt, optional Preparation In a large skillet, brown bratwurst on all sides. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir in bratwurst and pan drippings. Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours or until potatoes and apple are tender....

Ingredients 4 frozen breaded chicken tenders (about 8 ounces)1/3 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons rice vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon sesame oil1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix1/4 cup crispy chow mein noodles1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Cook chicken tenders according to package directions. Meanwhile, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, vinegar, mustard and sesame oil. To serve, place romaine and coleslaw mixes in a large bowl; toss with dressing....

Ingredients 1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms3 medium carrots, finely chopped3 celery ribs, finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1 cup medium pearl barley1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon pepper5 cups water4 cups beef stock3 teaspoons salt, divided 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 pound ground turkey Preparation Place first 9 ingredients and 2-1/2 teaspoons salt in a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, mix egg and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup creamy peanut butter3 large eggs1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup canola oilFROSTING:1-2/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, peanut butter, eggs, water and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1/2 c. granulated sugar 6 oz. semisweet chocolate 1/2 tsp. salt butter 6 large eggs confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, and set a kettle of water to boil. Butter a shallow 2-quart baking dish; coat with granulated sugar, tapping out excess.Step 2In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks with granulated sugar until lightened in color. Whisk in melted chocolate; set aside.Step 3In a large, clean bowl, using an electric mixer on high, beat egg whites with salt until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup buttermilk1 cup golden raisins1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup chopped datesSYRUP:1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1 cup water1 teaspoon butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractGARNISH:Silk or plastic holly leaves, optionalFresh cranberries, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and cinnamon; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons butter2 pints half-and-half cream1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed New England clam chowder, undiluted3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, flaked Preparation In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add cream and canned chowder; bring to a boil. Stir in potatoes, salt and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 4 beef tenderloin steaks (1-1/2 inches thick and 6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper3 tablespoons baking cocoa3 tablespoons finely ground coffee Preparation Preheat broiler. Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. In a shallow bowl, mix cocoa and coffee. Dip steaks in cocoa mixture to coat all sides; shake off excess. Place steaks on a rack of a broiler pan. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 9-11 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1/2 medium head cabbage, shredded (about 4-1/2 cups)6 large carrots, shredded (about 4-1/2 cups)8 green onions, chopped (about 1 cup)1 cup fat-free poppy seed salad dressing1/3 cup sunflower kernels Preparation In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots and green onions. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour. Just before serving, top with sunflower kernels.

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut green beans, drained or 2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained or 2 cups cooked fresh or frozen whole kernel corn1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1/2 cup sour cream1/2 shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 cup saltine crumbs1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, soup, sour cream, cheese and onion....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk1 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons prepared pesto1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon pepper4 large eggs2 onion bagels, split and toasted8 cooked bacon strips 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 slightly thickened, 3-5 minutes. Stir in cheese, pesto, nutmeg and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1 medium red onion, chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 tablespoons tomato paste1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth2 cups whole baby clams, drained1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 cups lump crabmeat, drained2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 green onions, thinly sliced Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt1 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber1 tablespoon minced fresh mint2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon saltPITAS:1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 small onion, chopped1 medium Golden Delicious apple, finely chopped1/4 cup raisins2 teaspoons curry powder1/4 teaspoon salt8 whole wheat pita pocket halves Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first seven ingredients. Refrigerate until serving. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink; crumble beef; drain....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon salt1/2 cup rye or whole wheat flour5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup of water. Add sugar, oil, salt, rye or whole wheat flour, 3 cups all-purpose flour and remaining water; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup chunky peanut butter1-1/2 to 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and peanut butter until fluffy. Gradually add 1 cup confectioners’ sugar and mix well. Stir in coconut and nuts. Turn peanut butter mixture onto a surface lightly dusted with some of the remaining confectioners’ sugar; knead in enough of the remaining confectioners’ sugar until mixture holds its shape when formed....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamTOPPING:1/3 cup finely chopped hazelnuts1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons sugar3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar1 large egg, separated, room temperature2 tablespoons whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup finely chopped walnutsFILLING:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, softened2 teaspoons whole milk1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract24 milk chocolate kisses Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....