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Ingredients 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup water2 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil1 cup chopped peeled tart apples3/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder and cloves. In another large bowl, whisk the pumpkin, water, eggs and oil....

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups cauliflowerets2 cups broccoli florets6 medium carrots, julienned3 small onions, quartered Preparation Place butter in a shallow 3-qt. baking dish; place in a 400° oven for 5 minutes or until melted. Stir in thyme, salt and pepper. Add the vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are crisp-tender.

Ingredients 2 1/2 sticks unsalted butter 1 1/4 c. dark brown sugar 1/4 c. granulated sugar 2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 eggs 3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 1 bag mini semisweet chocolate chips (12 ounces) Preparation Step 1Using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugars together until light and fluffy. Slowly add in vanilla extract and eggs, whipping until combined.Step 2In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, baking soda and salt....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef4 tablespoons chopped onion, divided3 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper, divided2 tablespoons chopped green pepper, divided1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted1/2 cup salsa4 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, divided4 tablespoons sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, divided2 tablespoons chopped green chiles1 teaspoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons sour cream2 to 3 teaspoons minced fresh parsleyTortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, 3 tablespoons onion, 2 tablespoons red pepper and 1 tablespoon green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1/2 package Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet) 1 package cream cheese 1 tbsp. milk 1 tbsp. prepared horseradish 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 1 can refrigerated pasteurized crabmeat 4 green onions 1/2 c. sliced almonds paprika Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.Step 2Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry sheet into 12 (2-inch) circles with a cutter. Place the pastry circles onto a baking sheet....

Ingredients 2 kaiser rolls, split2 teaspoons butter, softened1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained4 ounces Swiss cheese, cubed1 celery rib, chopped1/4 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning, optional1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Carefully hollow out each roll, leaving a 1/2-in. shell (save removed bread for another use). Spread inside of rolls with butter. In a large bowl, combine the crab, cheese, celery, mayonnaise, parsley, seafood seasoning if desired, and paprika; divide between rolls....

Ingredients 5 medium baking potatoes1/4 cup butter, softened2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided3/4 cup sour cream1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1 tablespoon minced chives1 garlic clove, mincedCrumbled cooked bacon and chopped green onion Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 375° for 1 hour or until tender. When cool enough to handle, cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard. Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving thin shells....

Ingredients 6 large russet potatoes (3 1/2 pounds) 1 1/2 qt. vegetable oil salt ketchup Preparation Step 1Note: To make perfect fries, cook the potatoes twice.Step 2Scrub potatoes, but do not peel. Cut them into halves, lengthwise. Then cut each half into 6 wedges (12 slices per potato). Place in a bowl and cover with cold water; let sit 30 minutes.Step 3Heat 4 to 5 inches of oil in a deep fryer or a deep, heavy pot with a candy thermometer....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups water, divided2 tablespoons uncooked wild rice1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1/4 teaspoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 pound ground beef2 tablespoons chopped onion1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon curry powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup milkOptional toppings: toasted slivered almonds, minced fresh parsley, sliced green onions, chopped sweet red pepper and/or golden raisins Preparation In a saucepan, combine 2/3 cup water and wild rice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 cup water1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon butter3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractIce cream, sliced bananas and maraschino cherries Preparation In a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar and butter to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; add the chocolate chips and vanilla. Whisk until chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Serve warm over ice cream with bananas and a cherry.

Ingredients 23 whole chocolate graham crackers3 cups cold fat-free milk2 packages (3.3 to 3.4 ounces each) instant white chocolate or vanilla pudding mix1/2 teaspoon mint or peppermint extract3 to 4 drops green food coloring, optional1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawedCHOCOLATE FROSTING:1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons baking cocoa2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fat-free milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation Coat a 13-in. x 9-in. dish with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup butter, cubed1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup sweetened shredded coconut2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped pecans2 cups miniature marshmallows1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size) Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small saucepan, heat water and butter until butter is melted. Stir in brown sugar; mix well. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with coconut, chocolate chips, pecans and marshmallows....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup sugar1 large egg yolk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon grated lemon zestFILLING5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-3/4 cups sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract5 large eggs, lightly beaten2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten1/4 cup heavy whipping creamTOPPING1-1/2 cups sour cream3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 14 vanilla wafers, divided1 teaspoon instant coffee granules2 tablespoons hot water2 snack-size cups (3-1/2 ounces each) vanilla pudding1/4 cup whipped topping1 teaspoon baking cocoa Preparation Set aside 4 vanilla wafers; coarsely crush remaining wafers. Divide wafer crumbs between 2 dessert dishes. In a small bowl, dissolve coffee granules in hot water. Drizzle over wafer crumbs. Spoon pudding into dessert dishes. Top with whipped topping; sprinkle with cocoa. Garnish with reserved vanilla wafers....

Ingredients 1 lb. crabmeat (If you have a choice between claw and back meat, get claw. If it is frozen, thaw it overnight in the fridge before starting the recipe.) 1/4 c. low-fat mayonnaise 1 egg c. plain bread crumbs 1 tbsp. seafood seasoning blend 1/2 tsp. dry mustard dash Worcestershire sauce 4 to 6 hoagie rolls Lettuce 1/2 c. low-fat mayonnaise Juice of half a lemon 1 tbsp. sweet pickle relish...

Ingredients 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed4 large egg yolks, beaten1 cup dried cranberries, chopped3 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate1 teaspoon almond extractCOATING:12 ounces white candy coating, chopped1 ounce bittersweet chocolate, melted Preparation In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, heat chocolate and butter until melted, stirring frequently. Whisk a small amount of mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the heat, whisking constantly. Cook and stir until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon....

Ingredients 1/3 cup reduced-fat granola3/4 cup vanilla yogurt1/2 cup fresh raspberries1/2 cup fresh blackberries or blueberries Preparation Place 2 tablespoons of granola in each of two parfait glasses. Top each with about 2 tablespoons yogurt. In a small bowl, combine berries; divide a third of the mixture between the two glasses. Repeat yogurt and berry layers. Top with the remaining yogurt, berries and granola.

Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon white vinegar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed4 medium cucumbers, sliced Preparation In a large bowl, combine sour cream, sugar, vinegar, salt and dill. Add cucumbers; toss to coat. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice1 medium onion, chopped3 tablespoons butter3 cups chicken broth3/4 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram, thyme and sage1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon curry powder Preparation In a large saucepan, saute rice and onion in butter for 5 minutes. Stir in broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 18-22 minutes or until rice is tender.

Ingredients 2/3 cup chopped dates1/4 cup water3 cups vanilla ice cream1 cup 2% milk Preparation In a microwave-safe dish, combine dates and water; microwave, covered, on high for 30-45 seconds or until dates are softened. Cool completely. Place date mixture in a blender; cover and pulse until pureed. Add ice cream and milk; cover and process until blended. Serve immediately.