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Ingredients 10 cups shortening, divided35 cups confectioners’ sugar (about 10 pounds), divided2-1/2 cups milk, divided10 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided5 teaspoons almond extract, divided Preparation In a large bowl, cream 2 cups shortening. Gradually beat in 7 cups confectioners’ sugar. Add 1/2 cup milk; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 teaspoons vanilla and 1 teaspoon almond extract. Repeat four times. Store in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before decorating cake....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small onion, chopped8 cups cubed day-old sourdough bread1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers1/2 pound Brie cheese, rind removed, cubed2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil8 large eggs, room temperature2 cups heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 green onions, sliced Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 16 medium red potatoes (about 4 pounds), quartered1 cup butter, cubed6 to 8 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain; return to pot. Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Heat 5-7 minutes or until light golden brown, stirring constantly. Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds longer or until butter is golden brown....

Ingredients 2 cups sour cream2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/4 cup butter, softened1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons salt2 large eggs, room temperature, beaten5-1/4 to 6 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) finely chopped dried apricots1-1/2 cups finely chopped well-drained maraschino cherries2 tablespoons butter, meltedICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons water Preparation In a saucepan, heat sour cream until lukewarm. Set aside. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/3 cup ketchup1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the milk, bread crumbs and garlic salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/8 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon saltFILLING:1 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup light corn syrup2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon salt2-3/4 cups chopped walnuts, divided1 cup dried cherries, chopped2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 cup white baking chips Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugars and extract until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 2 packages (4.3 ounces each) fettuccini and chicken-flavored sauce mix1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Preparation In a large skillet, prepare noodles and sauce mix according to package directions. Stir in chicken and mushrooms; cook over medium heat until heated through. Meanwhile, bake biscuits according to package directions. Transfer noodle mixture to a serving bowl; top with biscuits....

Ingredients 10 wonton wrappers, cut into 1/4-inch strips1/4 cup cider vinegar3 tablespoons canola oil3/4 teaspoon sesame oil2 tablespoons sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper5 cups torn romaine3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 medium sweet yellow pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes Preparation Lightly spritz both sides of wonton strips with cooking spray; place on a baking sheet. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped onion3 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup chopped peeled apple2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushedDash plus 1/4 teaspoon salt, dividedDash plus 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/8 teaspoon garlic powder2 ounces Brie cheese, cubed1/4 cup cider vinegar3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice, divided1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon butter for 1 minute. Add apple; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until apple is golden brown....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches (about 2 medium)3/4 cup chopped cucumber4 tablespoons peach preserves, divided3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion1 teaspoon minced fresh mint3/4 teaspoon salt, divided4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation For salsa, in a small bowl, combine peaches, cucumber, 2 tablespoons preserves, onion, mint and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle chicken with pepper and remaining salt. On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 teaspoon almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1 cup chopped walnuts1/2 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extract....

Ingredients 1 c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 3/4 c. peanut butter 3/4 c. confectioners’ sugar 2 c. milk chocolate chips 3 tsp. vegetable, canola, or other flavorless oil Preparation Step 1In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes....

Ingredients 6 cups chilled blueberry juice cocktail3 cups chilled lemon-lime soda9 ounces blueberry-flavored vodka, chilledCrushed ice1 cup fresh blueberriesSliced peeled mango, optional Preparation In a large pitcher, combine the juice, soda and vodka. Serve over ice; garnish with blueberries and, if desired, mango.

Ingredients 8 cups cubed Italian or French bread3 cups chopped tomatoes1 cup minced fresh basil1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 garlic clove, minced Preparation In a large bowl, combine the bread, tomatoes, basil and onion. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients; drizzle over bread mixture. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes before serving.

Ingredients 3/4 pound ground chicken1/3 cup Buffalo wing sauce1 tube (16.3 ounces) large refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseBlue cheese salad dressing, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Remove from heat; stir in wing sauce. On a lightly floured surface, roll each biscuit into a 6-in. circle and top each with 1/4 cup chicken mixture and 2 tablespoons cheese....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk, divided1 package (3-1/2 ounces) cook-and-serve butterscotch pudding mix1/2 cup butter, cubed1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons salt5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:2/3 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons all-purpose flourFROSTING:1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons butter1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons hot water, optional...

Ingredients 1 cup packed dark brown sugar4 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 large eggs1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, eggs, salt and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture starts to bubble and thicken. Remove from heat. Blend in vanilla with hand beater. Pour into dessert cups and chill.

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided 1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cups cooked rice4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 medium head cabbage (2 pounds), shredded1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseCoarsely ground pepper, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup raisins1 cup packed brown sugar2 cups boiling water Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in raisins and milk. Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Combine brown sugar and boiling water; pour over batter. Bake until golden brown, 35-40 minutes....

Ingredients 18 crisp ladyfinger cookies1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons bourbon1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided1/4 cup sugar3/4 cup canned pumpkin1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt4 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugarSAUCE:3/4 cup caramel ice cream topping2 teaspoons bourbon Preparation Using a serrated knife, cut 6 ladyfingers in half widthwise. In a shallow bowl, combine maple syrup and bourbon. Dip 6 whole ladyfingers and 6 halves into mixture; arrange in a single layer in an 8-in....