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Ingredients 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon cold 2% milk, divided1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract1 cup whipped toppingMint Andes candies, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk 2 cups milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes; set aside. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, extract and remaining milk. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon half of the pudding into four parfait glasses....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 large egg, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1/2 cup chopped pecans, toastedFILLING:1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons Bird’s custard powder or instant vanilla pudding mix2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons half-and-half creamTOPPING:1 ounce white baking chocolate, melted1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation Line bottom of a 9-in. square baking pan with parchment. In a small heavy saucepan, cook and stir butter, sugar and cocoa over medium-low heat until butter is melted....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1-1/2 cups raisins2/3 cup chopped dates1 medium apple, shredded1 large carrot, shredded1/2 cup brandy1/3 cup dried currants1/3 cup maraschino cherries1/4 cup chopped almonds1/4 cup red candied cherries1/4 cup green candied cherries2 tablespoons chopped candied citron1/3 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup maraschino cherry juiceSAUCE:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1 egg yolk1/4 cup half-and-half cream1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon brandy...

Ingredients 2/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (6-1/2 ounces) minced clams1 egg3 tablespoons milk1/3 cup diced onionOil for deep-fat fryingTartar sauce and/or lemon wedges, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper; set aside. Drain clams, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set clams aside. In a small bowl, beat the egg, milk and reserved clam juice; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. Unsweetened cocoa powder 2 pt. ice cream (any flavor) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 15- by 10-inch jelly-roll pan; line with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the two shorter sides.Step 2In a medium bowl, whisk together butter and sugar until combined; whisk in egg, vanilla, and salt until combined....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) sliced carrots, drained1/2 cup canola oil1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice3/4 cup plus 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place carrots and oil in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. In a large bowl, whisk flour, 1 cup sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and pie spice....

Ingredients 2 packages (3 ounces each) ladyfingers1 cup chocolate-covered English toffee bits or 4 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each), crushed, divided1/2 gallon coffee ice cream, softened1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Place ladyfingers around the edge of a 9-in. springform pan. Line the bottom of the pan with remaining ladyfingers. Stir 1/2 cup toffee bits into the ice cream; spoon into prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap; freeze overnight or until firm....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 pounds sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms2-1/2 cups thinly sliced onions1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth1-1/2 cups dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3/4 cup chopped peeled parsnips3/4 cup chopped celery3/4 cup chopped carrots8 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup waterMashed potatoes...

Ingredients 8 to 10 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread2 slices white bread, toasted and torn into small pieces2 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped2 cups chopped celery1 cup chopped onion1 pint shucked oysters, drained and chopped, or 2 cans (8 ounces each) whole oysters, drained and chopped1/2 cup egg substitute1 teaspoon poultry seasoning5 to 6 cups turkey or chicken broth Preparation Combine the first eight ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in enough broth to make the mixture very wet....

Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 c. milk salt Freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion 1/2 red bell pepper 2 large egg yolks 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Finely grated zest of 1 lemon Hot sauce 1 lb. lump crabmeat Toasted baguette slices Preparation Step 1In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over moderate heat. Stir in the flour to make a paste....

Ingredients 1 pound apples (about 6 small)4 cups cranberries, coarsely chopped2-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup water1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Peel, core and chop apples. Combine apples, cranberries, brown sugar and water in a Dutch oven. Simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in walnuts and cinnamon; cook for 5 minutes. Carefully ladle hot mixture into hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids....

Ingredients 1 (12.3-oz) round brie cheese, at room temperature 1/4 c. cranberry sauce 1/4 c. shredded white cheddar 1 sprig rosemary Freshly cracked black pepper Drizzle of honey for garnish 1 (16.3-oz.) can refrigerated biscuits 2 tbsp. butter, melted 1 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 375°. Cut biscuits in half and roll into balls. In a small bowl, stir together melted butter and fresh parsley....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh broccoli florets1/2 to 3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion1 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup half-and-half cream3 tablespoons sugar Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli, onion, cranberries and bacon. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cream and sugar until smooth. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg yolk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon saltHalved maraschino cherries or candied cherries Preparation In a small bowl, cream the shortening, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets....

Ingredients 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2 cups sour cream1 small onion, chopped1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 teaspoons Creole seasoning1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 cup crushed cornflakes1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, onion and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, crumbled, divided2 cups frozen mixed vegetables1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream, divided1 tube (7-1/2 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Place half in a greased 2-qt....

Ingredients Preparation Halve cucumbers and remove seeds. For muffuletta salad: Combine giardiniera, provolone cheese cubes and chopped salami. For BLT salad: Combine cream cheese, crumbled bacon, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes. For country club salad: Combine chicken salad, sliced red grapes and chopped pecans.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups orange juice3/4 cup peanut butter2 tablespoons curry powder4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 medium sweet red peppers, cut in half1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1/4 cup dried currantsHot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, peanut butter and curry powder. Pour 2/3 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 4 medium onions, cut into 1/4-inch slicesCold water3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 large egg, beaten2/3 cup whole milk1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon canola oilAdditional oil for deep-fat frying Preparation Separate onion slices into rings; soak in water 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the flour, egg, milk, sugar, salt and oil until smooth. Drain onions and pat dry. With a fork, dip rings into batter. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1 in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup milk1 teaspoon dried minced onion2-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 cup frozen peas, thawed2 hard-boiled large eggs, choppedPastry for single-crust pie (8 inches) Preparation Melt butter in a saucepan; stir in flour, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk and onion; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....