Posts

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup sweetened shredded coconut2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add sugar and coconut. Refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours or until easy to handle. Using hands dusted with confectioners’ sugar, mold rounded tablespoonfuls of coconut mixture into egg shapes. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 2 hours or until slightly firm....

Ingredients 6 corn muffins1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons bacon bits1/8 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon dried parsley flakes12 slices deli ham6 slices cheddar cheese1/4 cup thinly sliced cucumber Preparation Cut each muffin in half horizontally. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, bacon bits, dill and parsley. Spread over muffin bottoms. Layer with ham, cheese and cucumber. Replace muffin tops.

Ingredients 4 large eggs, separated1/2 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped3/4 cup finely chopped pecans3/4 cup confectioners’ sugarFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; coat with cooking spray and set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups sugar4 eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup chopped pecansDRIZZLE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained3 egg yolks, beaten2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon butterDash salt4 medium navel oranges, sectioned, divided3 cups seedless grapes, divided2 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup heavy whipping cream, whippedFresh mint, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set pineapple aside. Pour juice into a double boiler; add the egg yolks, sugar, vinegar, butter and salt. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until mixture thickens and a thermometer reads at least 160°....

Ingredients 2 large egg whites3 cups sugar2/3 cup water1/2 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans Preparation Place egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, line three 15x10x1-in. pans with waxed paper. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water and corn syrup; bring to a boil, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Cook, without stirring, over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 252° (hard-ball stage)....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups cold 2% milk, divided1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows1 graham cracker crust (9 inches) Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup milk until smooth. Beat in dry pudding mix and remaining milk. Fold in the marshmallows. Pour into the crust. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening36 foil bonbon-size baking cups1 cup peanut butter1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/2 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Place a scant teaspoonful inside each foil cup and rotate it gently in the palm of your hand to coat the sides and bottom. (Use a spoon to help coat the sides if necessary....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar3/4 cup vegetable oil2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt3 cups finely chopped peeled tart applesTOPPING:2 tablespoons butter, softened1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture (batter will be thick)....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature3/4 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided 1-1/2 cups milk chocolate chips, divided 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Heat 6-8 minutes or until golden brown, stirring constantly. Transfer to a large bowl; cool 15 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, coarsely chopped3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups vanilla or white chips2 packages (11-1/2 ounces each) milk chocolate chips1 package (10 ounces) large marshmallowsBlack, orange and red decorator icingGreen leaf-shaped decorator candies Preparation In a large bowl, combine the coconut, confectioners’ sugar, milk and butter. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Loosely cover and chill for 1-1/4 hours or until firm....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 6 medium)1/3 cup crushed pineapple2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon orange juice1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground mace1/8 teaspoon ground ginger1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup finely chopped pecans2 tablespoons brown sugar Preparation Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly. Peel the potatoes and place in a large bowl; mash....

Ingredients 1 cup whole milk1/2 cup beef broth2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash garlic powder1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes2 cups shredded Colby cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the milk, broth, 1 tablespoon butter, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Stir in hash browns. heat remaining butter in a large nonstick skillet. Add hash brown mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until potatoes are heated through....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup quinoa, rinsed2 cups fresh baby spinach, thinly sliced1 cup grape tomatoes, halved1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped1 medium sweet orange pepper, chopped1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped2 green onions, choppedDRESSING:3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons olive oil4 teaspoons honey1 tablespoon grated lime zest2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed3 tablespoons mayonnaise5 teaspoons minced celery1 tablespoon minced green onion2 English muffins, split4 slices tomato4 slices cheddar cheese (1/2 ounce each)4 slices Monterey Jack cheese (1/2 ounce each)Paprika Preparation In a small bowl, combine the crab, mayonnaise, celery and onion. Place muffins on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat until toasted. Spread each muffin half with crab mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup reduced-fat butter, softened1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1 egg1/4 cup 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/2 cups dried cranberries1 cup chopped peeled tart apple1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce1 teaspoon grated orange zest2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup coarsely shredded cooked turkey1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 4 ounces Brie cheese, cubed1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place crust on an ungreased baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix cranberry sauce and orange zest; spread over crust. Top with mozzarella cheese, turkey, onion and Brie cheese; sprinkle with rosemary....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour10 teaspoons sugar, divided1 tablespoon grated orange zest2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/3 cup cold butter1 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup half-and-half cream1 large egg, room temperature1 tablespoon 2% milkGLAZE (optional):1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon orange juiceORANGE BUTTER:1/2 cup butter, softened2 to 3 tablespoons orange marmalade Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 7 teaspoons sugar, orange zest, baking powder, salt and baking soda....

Ingredients 2 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped1-1/2 cups peanut butter1/2 teaspoon almond extract, optional4 cups Cap’n Crunch cereal4 cups crisp rice cereal4 cups miniature marshmallows Preparation Place candy coating in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Add peanut butter. Stir in extract if desired. In a large bowl, combine the cereals and marshmallows. Add the peanut butter mixture and stir until the cereal mixture is well coated....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda1/3 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter1/4 cup canola oil1 cup sugar1/2 cup sugar blend2 cups fat-free milk2 tablespoons white vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extractFROSTING:1/3 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter1/4 cup reduced-fat butter3 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup baking cocoa1/4 cup fat-free milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup jimmies or sprinkles, optional Preparation Sift the flour, cocoa and baking soda into a large bowl; set aside....