Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups sugar, divided4 teaspoons baking powder1 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons canola oil2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) water-packed pitted tart red cherries, well drained1/8 teaspoon almond extractOptional: Whipped cream or ice cream Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, milk and oil; pour into a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish. In a bowl, combine cherries, extract and remaining sugar; spoon over batter....
Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons butter2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup whole milk1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/4 cup diced pimientos6 slices bread, toasted and halved Preparation In a large skillet, saute celery and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Stir in the soup, milk and pepper. Add the chicken, mushrooms and pimientos....
Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (2 to 3 pounds), cut up8 cups water1-1/2 cups chopped carrots1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup medium pearl barley1/2 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon salt, optional1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage Preparation In a large stockpot, cook chicken in water until tender. Cool broth and skim off fat. Set chicken aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and cut meat into cubes....
Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 tsp. Chinese five-spice powder 16 chicken drumsticks Salt and freshly ground pepper 3/4 c. hoisin sauce 1/4 c. sweet Asian chile sauce or hot pepper jelly 1/4 c. unseasoned rice vinegar 1/4 c. chicken stock or broth 2 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 2 large garlic cloves 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 c. Toasted sesame seeds Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil with the five-spice powder....
Ingredients 4 cups torn fresh spinach4 cups cooked spiral pasta4 cups cubed cooked chicken2-1/2 cups sliced celery2 cups green grapes, halved1 cup fresh snow peas1 medium tomato, chopped3 green onions, slicedDRESSING:1/2 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon finely chopped onion Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat....
Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (8 ounces each) 1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper7 tablespoons butter, divided 2/3 cup dry red wine1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup fresh or frozen pitted dark sweet cherries, thawed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 12-15 minutes....
Ingredients 4 pounds red potatoes, quartered2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperChopped chives, optional Preparation Place potatoes and bouillon in a Dutch oven and cover with 8 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to pan. Mash potatoes with cream cheese, cream, butter, salt and pepper....
Ingredients CAKE:1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size)1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling2 large eggs, beaten1 teaspoon almond extractFROSTING:1 cup sugar1/3 cup whole milk5 tablespoons butter, cubed1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a bowl, stir together all cake ingredients. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until cake tests done. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, mix sugar, milk and butter. Bring to a boil and boil for 1-1/2 minutes....
Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided3 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mixOptional: Chopped nuts and miniature semisweet chocolate chips or chocolate curls Preparation Let cookie dough stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in....
Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage5 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon saltPepper to taste1/2 cup sliced mushrooms4 large eggs, lightly beaten1 medium tomato, thinly sliced1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseSour cream and salsa, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the potatoes, onion, green pepper, salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat for 18-20 minutes or until the potatoes are browned....
Ingredients salt 3 1/2 lb. white or all-purpose potatoes 1 stick unsalted butter 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 c. milk 1/4 c. Crème fraîche Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the potatoes over moderate heat until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain well. Return the potatoes to the pot and cook over high heat for 1 minute to dry them out slightly. Pass the potatoes through a ricer and return them to the pot....
Ingredients 3 medium tomatoes, chopped3 tablespoons minced fresh basil3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1 beef flat iron or top sirloin steak (1 pound), cut into four portions1/4 teaspoon pepperGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Combine first 6 ingredients; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle beef with pepper and remaining salt. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....
Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups cake flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup buttermilkFILLING:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup half-and-half cream2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped pecansFROSTING:2 cups heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy....
Ingredients 4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 8 cups)1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 to 1 cup buttermilkOptional toppings: crumbled cooked bacon, sour cream and thinly sliced green onions Preparation Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; return to pan. Mash potatoes, gradually adding butter, salt, pepper and enough buttermilk to reach desired consistency....
Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen cubed butternut squash, thawed2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperMUSHROOMS:4 large portobello mushrooms, coarsely chopped2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperSAUCE:2 cans (28 ounces each) whole tomatoes, undrained2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperLASAGNA:9 no-cook lasagna noodles4 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 5 cups)3 cups part-skim ricotta cheese1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese...
Ingredients 6 small red potatoes, quartered1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon minced garlic Preparation Place the potatoes in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, seasoned salt, paprika, parsley and garlic; pour over potatoes and toss to coat. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring frequently.
Ingredients 2 tablespoon salt1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon white pepper1 teaspoon pepperADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CAJUN POTATO WEDGES:4 medium sweet potatoes or baking potatoes (about 3 pounds)3 tablespoons vegetable oil1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: about 1/4 cup....
Ingredients 3 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) microwave popcorn1 cup salted peanuts1 cup salted roasted almonds1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup corn syrup3/4 cup peanut butter1/2 cup molasses1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup pecan halves Preparation Pop popcorn according to manufacturer’s directions. Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan, combine the peanuts, almonds, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, peanut butter and molasses. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 5 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened2-1/2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2-1/2 cups Rice KrispiesPecan halves, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and cheese until blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and cayenne; gradually beat into cheese mixture. Stir in Rice Krispies. If necessary, turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead 4-6 times, forming a stiff dough....
Ingredients 1 teaspoon active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 teaspoons sugar2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons salt2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup yellow cornmeal1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small green pepper, diced1 small onion, diced3 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/3 cup chopped pepperoni1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 cup tomato sauce Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....
