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Ingredients 2 cups fresh tart cherries, pitted2 cups fresh blueberries1 cup chopped fresh strawberries3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon almond extractDash salt1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated pie pastry2 tablespoons butter1 egg1 tablespoon water Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom crust; trim pastry even with edge. Fill with fruit mixture and dot with butter. Make a lattice crust with remaining pastry....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2-1/2 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons salt4 eggs11 to 11-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterTOPPING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2/3 cup sugar1 egg yolkMelted butter Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter, salt, eggs and 5 cups flour; beat until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 cups Caesar salad croutons, coarsely crushed, divided1 cup fresh baby spinach1 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing, divided4 bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed (8 ounces each) Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cheese, 1 cup crushed croutons, spinach and 1/2 cup salad dressing. Cut a pocket in the thickest part of each chicken breast; fill with cheese mixture....

Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust4 thin slices deli ham1-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken6 slices Swiss cheese1 tablespoon butter, meltedRoasted garlic Alfredo sauce, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unroll pizza dough onto a baking sheet. Layer with ham, chicken and cheese to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal and tuck ends under. Brush with melted butter....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/2 cup uncooked instant rice2/3 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/3 cup water1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Place each chicken breast half in the center of a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). In a bowl, combine the rice, soup and water; spoon over chicken. Arrange broccoli and mushrooms on top....

Ingredients 1 cup bulgur2 cups water1 cup fresh or frozen peas (about 5 ounces), thawed1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup minced fresh mint1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons julienned soft sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, combine bulgur and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 cups cooked rice1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans2 tablespoons taco seasoning4 slices process American cheese Preparation In a nonstick skillet, brown chicken over medium heat on both sides. Spread rice in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine the chili and taco seasoning; spoon over the rice. Top with chicken. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Top with cheese slices....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups sugar1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cardamom1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon white pepper1 cup butter, softened2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons cream of tartar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Remove 1/2 cup sugar mixture to a shallow dish. Add butter to remaining sugar mixture; beat until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 pound small red potatoes, cubed1 large onion, chopped1 large carrot, coarsely chopped7 garlic cloves, minced3 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted1 teaspoon each minced fresh thyme, basil and parsley1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained1 cup shredded Havarti cheese Preparation Place the potatoes, onion, carrot and garlic in a 4- or 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 large Yukon Gold potato, peeled and cubed1/3 cup fresh broccoli florets1/4 cup 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons butter1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potato in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender, adding broccoli during the last 4 minutes. Drain potato and broccoli; mash with milk, butter, salt and pepper.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup shortening4 to 5 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/3 cup light corn syrup3 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon almond extract8 medium peaches, peeled and sliced Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt6 medium carrots, julienned2 tablespoons butter1 to 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint Preparation In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Add carrots; cook until crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside. In the same saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the sugar and mint until blended. Return carrots to pan; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until carrots are tender and evenly coated....

Ingredients Ice cubes3 ounces Amaretto2 ounces caramel-flavored Irish cream liqueur1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla vodkaChocolate syrup, optional Preparation Fill a mixing glass or tumbler three-fourths full with ice. Add the Amaretto, Irish cream liqueur and vodka; stir until condensation forms on outside of glass. Drizzle chocolate syrup on the inside of two chilled cocktail glasses if desired. Strain Amaretto mixture into glasses. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup sour cream1/2 cup finely chopped onion4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup dried bread crumbs Preparation In a large saucepan, place 1 in. of salted water; add the cauliflower. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Stir in the cheese, sour cream, onion, 2 tablespoons butter and salt....

Ingredients Sweetened shredded coconutGreen liquid food coloring24 whole cloves6 string cheese6 twirled mozzarella cheese sticksDIP BOWLS:1 medium green pepper12 green onions2 pitted ripe olivesDip of your choice Preparation Place coconut in a resealable plastic bag; add food coloring and shake to coat until color is evenly distributed. Sprinkle coconut onto a serving plate. Press two cloves into one end of each cheese stick for worm eyes. As cheese sticks reach room temperature, they can be positioned to appear more worm-like....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons caraway seeds1 tablespoon olive oil1 large onion, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup butter, melted1 tube (16.3 ounces) large refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, toast caraway seeds until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 5-6 minutes....

Ingredients CRUST:1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped walnuts1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup packed brown sugarFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, walnuts, butter and brown sugar. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 15 minutes, stirring once. Set aside 1 cup of crumbs....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds) 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 onion 4 cloves garlic 1 tbsp. chopped fresh ginger 1/2 tsp. paprika 3/4 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/4 tsp. cayenne 1/4 tsp. ground turmeric 1 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 1 c. canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 zucchini...

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg4 teaspoons butter2/3 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons orange marmalade spreadable fruit3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup half-and-half cream1-1/2 cups green grapes, halved Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and nutmeg. In a large non-stick skillet, cook chicken in butter over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 8 chicken thighs Salt and freshly ground pepper all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 8 oz. peeled cipollini onions 1 1/2 c. off-dry Riesling 1 bay leaf 4 sprig thyme 1 tsp. juniper 4 oz. Mission figs 1 1/2 c. chicken stock Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and dust with the flour, tapping off the excess....