Ingredients 4 cups water1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced3 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 cup dried lentils, rinsed1 large onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped4 teaspoons curry powder2 bay leaves2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/4 teaspoons salt Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until vegetables and lentils are tender. Stir in salt. Discard bay leaves....
Ingredients 1/2 lb. Jacob’s cattle beans (1 1/4 cups) 1 meaty ham hock (about 1 1/2 pounds) 5 large carrots 3 large garlic cloves 1 celery rib 2 small onions Bouquet garni: 1 teaspoon dried thyme 2 1/2 qt. water 6 c. chicken stock or low-sodium broth Salt and freshly ground pepper 6 kale leaves Preparation Step 1Put the beans in a large soup pot. Add the ham hock, whole carrot, garlic, celery, whole onion, bouquet garni and water and bring to a boil....
Ingredients 6 garlic cloves1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds) 3 pounds baby red potatoes, halved6 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces4 fresh thyme sprigs 4 fresh dill sprigs2 fresh rosemary sprigs1 medium lemon1 small navel orange1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 cups chicken broth, warmed6 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Peel and cut garlic into quarters. Place chicken on a cutting board....
Ingredients 2 cups water5 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/2 cinnamon stick (3 inches)4 whole cloves5 teaspoons sugarWhipped topping, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the water, coffee granules, cinnamon stick and cloves. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-8 minutes. Strain and discard spices. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Ladle into mugs. Serve with whipped topping if desired.
Ingredients 2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) cornbread/muffin mix1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 large eggs, room temperature1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1/2 cup buttermilk1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil, divided1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 small onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 jar (2 ounces) pimiento strips, drained1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In large bowl, combine muffin mixes and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, mix eggs, corn, buttermilk and 1/4 cup oil until blended....
Ingredients 2 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup cornflake crumbs6 slices Texas toast1/4 cup butter, meltedCINNAMON SYRUP:2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup light corn syrup2 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup evaporated milk or 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons butter1/4 teaspoon almond extract Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and vanilla until blended. Place cornflake crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture, then in cornflake crumbs, patting to help coating adhere....
Ingredients 2 large navel oranges 2 lb. fresh cranberries 1/2 c. water 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 3/4 c. granulated sugar 3/4 c. light brown sugar 1/4 c. minced fresh ginger salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Using a sharp knife, peel the oranges, removing all of the bitter white pith. Working over a bowl, cut in between the membranes to release the sections. Squeeze the juice from the membranes into the bowl....
Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons honey1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach1/2 cup finely chopped Brie cheese1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts1/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped Preparation Unfold pastry. Combine mustard and honey; spread over pastry. Layer with spinach, cheese, walnuts and cranberries. Roll up jelly-roll style; cut into 12 slices. Place cut side down on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 15-20 minutes....
Ingredients 24 jumbo pasta shells 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 small onion 1 tub PHILADELPHIA Creamy Pesto Cooking Creme 1 c. POLLY-O Natural Part Skim Ricotta Cheese 1 c. KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA 1/4 c. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese 2 c. spaghetti sauce 2 tbsp. milk Preparation Step 1Heat oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2Cook shells as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, brown beef with onions in large skillet; drain....
Ingredients 3 cups refrigerated cheese tortellini2 teaspoons minced garlic2 tablespoons canola oil1 envelope vegetable soup mix2 cups half-and-half cream1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in oil until tender, about 1 minute. Combine soup mix and cream; stir into skillet. Drain tortellini; add to cream mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1 cup creamy peanut butter1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. In a small bowl, combine peanut butter and oil until smooth; spread over warm cake. Cool completely on a wire rack. In a microwave, heat frosting on high for 25-30 seconds or until pourable; stir until smooth....
Ingredients 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1/4 cup dark rum, warmed4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 cup ground almonds3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted8 Oreo cookies, finely crushed Preparation Dissolve coffee granules in warm rum. Beat cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, almonds and rum mixture until blended. Stir in melted chocolate. Refrigerate until firm enough to roll, about 1 hour. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls; roll in crushed cookies. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, separating layers with waxed paper....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 egg1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup honey2 teaspoons vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon ground mace1/8 teaspoon saltWhite candy coatingGreen paste food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in the sour cream, honey and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 21 pounds ground beef, browned and drained9 cans (29 ounces each) tomato sauce9 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained9 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained9 cans (15-3/4 ounces each) pork and beans3 pounds onions, finely chopped9 large green peppers, finely chopped7-1/2 cups finely chopped celery with leaves5 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon cayenne pepper1 tablespoon pepper9 bay leaves Preparation Combine all of the ingredients in three large kettles; cover and cook over medium heat for 2-3 hours....
Ingredients 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup half-and-half cream1 teaspoon almond extract2 to 4 ounces dark chocolate candy coatingVanilla frosting, green sugar and assorted sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a waxed-paper lined baking sheet; refrigerate, covered, 1 hour. Shape into trees; return to baking sheet. In a microwave, melt chocolate coating; stir until smooth. Spoon over or dip trunks of trees; allow excess to drip off....
Ingredients 1 package active dry yeast 3/4 c. warm water 3 eggs 3 c. whole milk 1 c. cornmeal 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/2 tsp. sugar 3/4 c. melted butter 1/2 tsp. baking soda vegetable oil 1 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp. apple cider vinegar 2 c. apple cider 2 stick cinnamon 2 tbsp. butter Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, stir together yeast and water and let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons grated orange zest2/3 cup chopped dried cranberries1/4 cup chopped pecans8 to 10 drops red food coloring, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 1/2 cup cranberry-apple juice1/2 cup grape juice1/4 cup club sodaLemon slice Preparation Combine juices and club soda in a tall glass; add ice. Garnish with lemon.
Ingredients 2 packages (one 16 ounces, one 10 ounces) frozen corn1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed1/4 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until cheese is melted and corn is tender. Stir just before serving.
Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons paprika1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperHot cooked wide egg noodles Preparation Place chicken in a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine soups, sour cream and seasonings; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low 7-9 hours or until chicken is tender....
