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Ingredients 2 cups sugar1 cup water1 cup packed fresh basil leaves3 sprigs fresh spearmint or mint1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)2 cups fresh raspberries or blackberries1 cup cubed cantaloupe1 cup cubed honeydew1 cup fresh blueberries1 medium apple, sliced Preparation In a small saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil. Remove from the heat. Stir in the basil, spearmint and cinnamon stick. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Discard the herbs and cinnamon stick from syrup....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water3 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup stuffing mix1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed2/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup, undiluted, divided3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken breast2 ounces thinly sliced lean deli ham, cut into strips1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water and 1 tablespoon butter to a boil. Stir in stuffing mix. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1 egg1-1/2 cups stuffing mix1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, corn and egg. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with stuffing mix and drizzle with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1/2 pound thinly sliced deli corned beef, julienned2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1/4 cup Thousand Island salad dressing2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced6 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup coarsely crushed seasoned rye crackers Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a greased 1-1/2 -qt. baking dish, layer half the sauerkraut, corned beef and cheese. Repeat layers. Drop salad dressing by teaspoonfuls over the cheese. Arrange tomato slices over the top; dot with 2 tablespoons butter....

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup sliced celery1/2 cup shredded lettuce3 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning1/8 teaspoon paprika1 medium ripe avocado, halved and pitted Preparation In a bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Spoon onto avocado halves. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 package (7 ounces) herb-seasoned stuffing croutons3/4 cup fresh cranberries, halved2 large eggs, well beaten1 to 1-1/2 cups chicken broth Preparation In a skillet, cook sausage, celery and onion until sausage is done and vegetables are tender. Drain excess fat. In a large bowl, combine the meat mixture with remaining ingredients and enough broth to hold mixture together....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1/2 cup water2 cups cranberries1 teaspoon grated orange zest2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup whole milk2 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flourMelted butterCREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon whole milk Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 3/4 cup sugar and the water to a boil....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce1/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce1-1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, divided12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1/2 cup blue cheese salad dressing1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon chili powderOptional toppings: Sour cream, thinly sliced green onions and additional Buffalo wing sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix chicken, enchilada sauce and wing sauce....

Ingredients 3 cups water1 cup 2% milk1 package (7.6 ounces) roasted garlic instant mashed potatoes4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and milk to a rolling boil. Remove from the heat. Add the contents of both envelopes from the potato package. Let stand for 1 minute; whip with a fork. Place the cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl; cover and heat at 70% power for 30 seconds or until softened....

Ingredients 1 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with vegetables.

Ingredients Oil for deep-fat frying1 package (4 pounds) frozen chicken wingettes, thawed1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup hot pepper sauce Preparation In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 350°. Fry chicken wings, a few at a time, for 10-12 minutes or until the juices run clear. Drain on paper towels. Combine tomato sauce, butter and hot pepper sauce in a large bowl; add wings and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt4 red snapper fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, lemon pepper and salt; add fillets, 1 at a time, and turn to coat. In a heavy skillet over medium heat, cook fillets in oil, in batches, until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided 1 large egg, room temperature1 cup sugar, divided 1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup corn syrup1 teaspoon peppermint extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup coarsely crushed peppermint candies Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a microwave, melt 1 cup chocolate chips. Stir until smooth; cool. In another bowl, beat egg, 2/3 cup sugar, oil, corn syrup and extracts until combined....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg1-1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Using a cookie press fitted with a disk of your choice, press dough 1 in....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 cup corn syrup1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon ground ginger5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking sodaICING:3 egg whites4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar Preparation In a bowl, cream the shortening and brown sugar. Add eggs, corn syrup, cinnamon and ginger; mix well. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to egg mixture and beat until combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 4 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation Sprinkle steaks with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, brown steaks in 1 tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet and refrigerate until chilled....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/4 cup water1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 medium carrots thinly sliced1 large onion, sliced and quartered1 cup sliced celery2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 cups thinly sliced cabbage Preparation In a small saucepan, heat bouillon and water for 1 minute; stir well....

Ingredients 1/2 stick butter, softened 1/3 c. brown sugar 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 tsp. vanilla extract pinch of kosher salt 1/2 c. powdered sugar 1/2 c. mini chocolate chips 1 pt. vanilla ice cream softened 8 sugar ice cream cones 1 c. chocolate chips 2 tbsp. coconut oil Rainbow sprinkles, for serving Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, powdered sugar, cream cheese, vanilla, salt and chocolate chips....

Ingredients 1/4 cup poppy seeds1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 package white cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup vegetable oil4 large eggs1 cup water1 teaspoon almond extract2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 teaspoons whole milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the poppy seeds, pudding and cake mix. Add the oil, eggs, water and almond extract. Beat on low speed until dry ingredients are moistened....

Ingredients 2/3 cup fat-free caramel ice cream topping2 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced2/3 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup sugar1 large egg6 tablespoons molasses1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup hot waterYOGURT CREAM:3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping1/2 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt Preparation Coat a 9-in. round baking pan with cooking spray. Pour caramel topping into pan and tilt to coat bottom evenly....