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Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry6 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples (about 5 medium)1/4 cup apple butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons apple pie spice1 teaspoon ground cinnamonTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons cold butter1/2 cup chopped walnutsVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Unroll pastry into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edges. In a large bowl, toss apples with apple butter....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, divided2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk, divided1-1/2 cups Kahlua (coffee liqueur), chilled2-1/2 cups cold 2% milk, divided 2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix3 cartons (8 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided9 whole chocolate graham crackers, coarsely crushed2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant banana cream pudding mix1-1/2 cups coarsely crushed vanilla wafers (about 45 wafers)5 medium bananas, slicedAdditional wafers, crushed chocolate graham crackers and sliced bananas...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup light corn syrup1 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup heavy whipping cream5 ounces semisweet chocolate, choppedStrawberries, banana chunks, apple slices or angel food cake cubes Preparation In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, water and corn syrup to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring frequently. In a small bowl, combine the cocoa, cream and half of the syrup mixture until smooth; return to the pan....

Ingredients 9 graham cracker squares1/2 cup cold 2% milk1/3 cup instant vanilla pudding mix1/2 cup whipped toppingTOPPING:1/2 ounce semisweet chocolate1-1/2 teaspoons butter2-1/4 teaspoons 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation Cut graham crackers in half, making 18 rectangles. Place nine rectangles in an ungreased 8x4-in. loaf pan; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons 2% milk4 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons grated onion1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1-1/2 pounds ground chickenSOUP:2 tablespoons olive oil4 medium carrots, chopped4 celery ribs, chopped2 small onions, chopped6 garlic cloves, minced3 cartons (32 ounces each ) chicken stock1 cup water1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups acini di pepe pasta2 packages (10 ounces each) fresh spinachAdditional minced fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 6 medium tart apples2 cups water1 cup sugar1 cup red-hot candiesFresh mint, optional Preparation Peel apples and cut in half lengthwise; remove cores. In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the water, sugar and candies to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar and candies are dissolved. Reduce heat; carefully add apples. Cook, uncovered, until apples are tender, about 8 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer apples to a serving dish; pour syrup over apples....

Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (7 to 9 pounds)GLAZE:1/2 cup grapefruit juice1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup molasses3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard3 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Using a sharp knife, score surface of ham with 1/4-in.-deep cuts in a diamond pattern. Cover and bake until a thermometer reads 130°, 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup water1/2 cup canola oil3 large eggs1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut2 tablespoons poppy seedsConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, dry pudding mix, water, oil, eggs and extract; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in the coconut and poppy seeds....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces1 tablespoon dill pickle juice1/2 cup cornstarch1 tablespoon soy sauce1 large egg white1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon paprika1 tablespoon Dijon mustardDIPPING SAUCE:1/4 cup Dijon mustard3 tablespoons barbecue sauce2 tablespoons honeyOil for frying Preparation In a bowl, add chicken and pickle juice; toss to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the next 8 ingredients to form a thick batter....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons sour cream1/8 teaspoon garlic powder4 slices whole wheat bread2 ounces smoked cheddar cheese, sliced4 slices tomato4 ounces thinly sliced deli ham2 lettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and garlic powder. Spread over two slices of bread. Layer each with cheese, tomato, ham and lettuce. Top with remaining bread.

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/2 cup soft bread crumbs2 green onions, finely chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon canola oil6 tablespoons seafood cocktail sauce Preparation In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Add crab; mix gently. Shape rounded tablespoonfuls into 2-in. patties. In a large nonstick skillet, cook patties in butter and oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1 egg, lightly beaten3-1/2 cups blueberries1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)TOPPING:3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 tablespoons chopped pecans1-1/2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine sour cream, sugar, flour, vanilla, salt and egg; stir until blended. Fold in blueberries. Pour into pie shell. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. Remove from the oven. For topping, combine flour and pecans in a small bowl....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup shortening2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1 cup marshmallow creme1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cans (16 ounces each) chocolate frosting Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions for cupcakes, using paper-lined muffin cups. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Meanwhile in a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in marshmallow creme and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1 cup shredded cooked chicken1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided2/3 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup milk Preparation Separate crescent dough into eight triangles. Combine the chicken and 2 tablespoons cheese; place about 2 tablespoonfuls on the wide end of each triangle. Roll up and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons cider vinegar1/4 teaspoon celery saltSalad greens and vegetables of your choice Preparation In a blender or food processor, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Serve over greens and vegetables. Store in the refrigerator. Shake before serving.

Ingredients 2 c. vanilla wafer cookies 1/2 c. smoked almonds 1/4 c. sugar 2 tbsp. sugar 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 8 oz. cream cheese 1/4 c. sour cream 1 egg 2 medium firm, ripe peaches Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a food processor, combine the vanilla wafers with the almonds and 2 tablespoons of the sugar and process until fine. Add the melted butter and pulse until the crumbs are evenly moistened....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups shredded cabbage1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, divided 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided 1 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup cornmeal1 cup balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup cream, milk and salt. Bring to a low simmer. Gradually whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. Pour polenta into a 3-quart slow cooker coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 4 cups water1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon dried minced garlic1 cup cornmeal1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 egg1/4 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes1 tablespoon olive oil9 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, bring the water, tomatoes, salt, onion and garlic to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. chopped garlic 1 tsp. paprika 2 tbsp. lime juice 2 tbsp. orange juice Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 8 chicken thighs 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion 1 green yellow or green pepper, finely chopped 4 c. chicken stock 1/2 tsp. saffron 1/2 c. canned or fresh tomatoes 2 c. short grain rice 1/2 c. beer 1 c. frozen peas 1/2 roasted pepper Preparation Step 1Combine garlic, paprika lime and orange juice and pour over chicken thighs....