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Ingredients 4 cups shredded cabbage4 bacon strips1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup milk1 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water and cabbage to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoons drippings. Stir the flour, salt, paprika and pepper into the drippings until smooth; gradually add milk....

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked linguine1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup fat-free evaporated milk1 medium onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 pound bay scallops3 tablespoons white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and milk until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup minced fresh basil2 tablespoons oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry and finely chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll each tube of crescent dough; separate each dough into 8 triangles. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Spread 1 teaspoon filling along the wide end of each triangle; carefully roll up once to form brim of hat....

Ingredients 3 slice rye bread 1/4 c. Dijon mustard 2 tsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 1 large garlic clove 4 skinless chicken legs 2 bone-in, skinless chicken breast halves Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 tbsp. olive oil 5 carrots 6 scallions Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a food processor, pulse bread until coarse crumbs form.Step 2In a shallow bowl, combine mustard, lime juice, and garlic. Season chicken with salt and pepper....

Ingredients MATERIALS NEEDED::Ingredients for egg and icing recipe (see below)5-inch egg mold (see shopping information)Icing knifeSerrated knifeScissorsPastry or plastic bagsPastry tips—star #21, round #12, petal #13 and leaf #672 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut for grass insidePlastic lamb (or a 1- x 1-1/2- x 1-3/4-inch decoration of your choice)Flower nail (see note and shopping information)Footed cake plate or serving plateGreen Easter grassJelly beansStore-bought sugar roses (optional—see note)EGG::3 tablespoons waterYellow and green liquid food coloring4-1/2 cups sugarCornstarchICING::2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon water1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3-1/2 teaspoons meringue powderRed, blue and green liquid food coloring...

Ingredients 1 pound sliced deli roast beef2 cans (10-1/4 ounces each) beef gravy1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 package (3-3/4 ounces) creamy butter instant mashed potatoes4 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick) Preparation In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the beef, gravy and mushrooms. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Meanwhile, prepare potatoes according to package directions. Divide bread among four plates....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon butter, softened1 teaspoon cider vinegar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon paprikaDash pepper2 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1/2 pound)3 tablespoons soft bread crumbs2 tablespoons chopped cashews Preparation In a large bowl, combine the butter, vinegar, mustard, paprika and pepper. Spread over chicken thighs. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the cashews. Bake until chicken juices run clear and topping is golden brown, 7-12 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup dill pickle relish, drained1/4 cup finely chopped onion1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyAssorted crackers Preparation Beat the first 6 ingredients until smooth. Shape into a ball; wrap and refrigerate several hours. Sprinkle with parsley; serve with crackers.

Ingredients 12 oz. white chocolate 24 donut holes 24 red M&M candies 8 oz. dark chocolate Preparation Step 1Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. Place white chocolate in medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high in 30-second increments until almost melted, stirring occasionally until smooth.Step 2Dip 1 donut hole in white chocolate to coat. Carefully place on sheet. Immediately press 1 candy in center of round to resemble eye’s iris. Repeat with remaining white chocolate, donut holes, and candies....

Ingredients 3 packages (16 ounces each) frozen cauliflower2 cups sour cream2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1/4 cup butter, cubed1 cup stuffing mix3/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook cauliflower according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, mix sour cream, cheese, bouillon and mustard until blended. Stir in cauliflower; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh pineapple1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained and cut in half1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning, divided3 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate, divided3 tablespoons lime juice, divided1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1-1/2 pounds halibut or cod, cut into 3/4-inch cubes8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed3 cups shredded lettuce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, oranges, 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate, 1 tablespoon lime juice and jalapeno pepper....

Ingredients Assorted fruit of your choice: Strawberries, seedless red grapes, sliced kiwifruit, sliced star fruit, kumquats, and cubes of cantaloupe, honeydew or pineapple1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup orange juice2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation Alternately thread fruit onto skewers; set aside. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and juices until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Brush over fruit. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 cup crushed Oreo cookie crumbs (about 11 cookies)1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches) Preparation In a large bowl, whisk cream and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in whipped topping and cookies. Spoon into crust. Freeze until firm, about 6 hours or overnight. May be frozen for up to 3 months....

Ingredients 1 cup 4% cottage cheese1 package (3 ounces) gelatin flavor of your choice1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese and gelatin powder. Stir in the oranges, pineapple and pecans if desired. Just before serving, fold in the whipped topping.

Ingredients 9 cups water2 cups sugar1 can (12 ounces) frozen cranberry juice concentrate, partially thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, partially thawed3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate2 cups vodka8 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled Preparation In a 5-qt. bowl, mix water and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Stir in juice and lemonade concentrates and the vodka until blended. Transfer mixture to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion; freeze overnight. To serve, place 2/3 cup slush in each glass....

Ingredients 1 Reynolds® Oven Bag, Large Size2 tablespoons flour1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken or mushroom soup, undiluted1 tablespoon dried basil, divided1 teaspoon seasoned salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (16 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 to 6 oz. each)Hot cooked biscuits or rice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°F. Shake flour in Reynolds® Oven Bag; place in 13x9x2-inch baking pan at least 2 inches deep....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips1 package (2-1/2 ounces) thinly sliced dried beef6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup sour creamHot cooked noodles Preparation In a large skillet, partially cook bacon over medium heat. Drain on paper towels. Place beef in a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Fold chicken pieces in half and wrap a bacon strip around each; place over the beef....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup chopped pecans1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedFresh mint, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Halve 9 cherries; chop the remaining cherries. Set aside halved cherries and 18 orange segments for garnish. Add the pineapple, pecans and chopped cherries to cream cheese mixture....

Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed4 garlic cloves, minced2 large potatoes, peeled and diced2 jars (7 ounces each) roasted red peppers, drained, patted dry and chopped5 cups chicken broth2 cans (15 ounces each) pears in juice1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon black pepperOptional: Chopped chives, heavy cream and croutons Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onions in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the potatoes, red peppers and broth....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 teaspoon sugar1/3 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 egg1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the milk, 1 tablespoon butter, egg and mix well. Combine flour and salt; add to yeast mixture. Beat until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes....