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Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1-1/4 cups sugar5 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 cup milk1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 teaspoon vanilla extractGLAZE:1 cup sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa3 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup cold water3 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased and floured 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack. Cool completely....

Ingredients 3/4 c. mayonnaise 1/2 small white onion 1 tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. celery seed 3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 small head of cabbage 1 large carrot kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. ancho chile powder 2 tsp. sweet Spanish paprika 1 tsp. dry mustard powder 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper...

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 large egg, lightly beaten3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 cup chopped green onions (green part only)1/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey2 tablespoons canola oilPlum sauce Preparation Cut enough water chestnut slices in half to make 60 pieces; set aside. Save remaining water chestnuts slices for another use....

Ingredients 3-1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1 teaspoon salt1 cup water1 tablespoon butter, softened1-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli, cooked and drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 large egg1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 large egg white1 tablespoon cold water Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2-1/4 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a saucepan, heat water and butter to 120°-130°....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon canola oil1 tablespoon water2-1/4 teaspoons hoisin sauce1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the broccoli, garlic and ginger in oil for 2-3 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Add the water, hoisin sauce and salt. Cook and stir until sauce is thickened.

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups fresh broccoli florets1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta, cooked and drained1/3 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon olive oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the soup, Asiago cheese, milk, mustard and pepper. Stir in the broccoli, orzo, onion and red pepper....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, separated1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup water1 tablespoon butter, melted2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon brandy, optionalOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg yolks, sugar, water, butter, lemon zest, vanilla and, if desired, brandy; stir into dry ingredients just until combined....

Ingredients 6 medium tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped1 small red onion, coarsely chopped6 green onions, cut into pieces1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves1 bottle (46 ounces) tomato juice2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon prepared horseradish2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon celery salt1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon ground cloves2 to 4 tablespoons olive oil1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp, lump crabmeat and/or crawfish...

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 cup buttermilk1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:6 ounces fat-free cream cheese2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 egg2 Snickers candy bars (2.07 ounces each), finely choppedFROSTING:1/3 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons fat-free milk1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, buttermilk, oil and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup butter, melted1 package (14 ounces) caramels1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips3/4 cup chopped peanuts Preparation In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; stir in butter. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Press remaining mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon reduced-fat margarine8 medium carrots, thinly sliced2 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, thinly sliced5 cups low-sodium chicken broth1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf Preparation In a large saucepan, melt the margarine. Add carrots, apples, onion and celery; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add broth, sage, pepper and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until carrots are tender....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)3 tablespoons butter, softened3 tablespoons sharp American cheese spread2 tablespoons chopped green chiles2 teaspoons dried minced onion1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup seasoned bread crumbs Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a small bowl, combine the butter, cheese spread, chiles, onion and salt. Spread 2 tablespoons on each chicken breast half; roll up and secure with toothpicks. Place melted butter and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine soup and sour cream; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours. Sprinkle with bacon.

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms2 shallots, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 cup beef broth2/3 cup Marsala wine4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each) 1 tablespoon large egg1 tablespoon water1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperFresh thyme, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms and shallots until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 1/2 tbsp. grated onion 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/4 c. plain yogurt 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3 c. diced cooked chicken 1/2 c. coarsely chopped fresh parsley 2 c. Shredded lettuce Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, whisk together the onion, mayonnaise, yogurt, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir in the chicken and parsley and toss to combine.Step 2Put the lettuce on plates....

Ingredients 3/4 cup fat-free sour cream1/2 cup salsa verde1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup vegetable broth2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons lime juice12 corn tortillas (6 inches)Cooking spray1/2 medium head iceberg lettuce, shredded3 plum tomatoes, chopped1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubedShredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese...

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/3 cups boiling water4 teaspoons sesame oil6 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup canola oilDIPPING SAUCE:3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons rice vinegar1/2 teaspoon sesame oil1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Place flour in a large bowl; stir in boiling water until dough forms a ball. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 4-6 minutes. Place in a large bowl; cover and let rest for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 cup cold butter, cubed1 large egg1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 cup seedless raspberry jam1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in egg and extract just until moistened. Set aside 1 cup crumb mixture for topping. Press the remaining mixture into a greased 11x7-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small white onion 4 carrots 4 large radishes 4 baby turnips 3/4 lb. savoy cabbage 1 Golden Delicious apple 2 clove garlic salt Freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1 Bosc pear Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a large, deep skillet, melt the butter in the oil. When the foam subsides, add the onion, carrots, radishes, turnips, cabbage, apple, and garlic....

Ingredients Oil for deep-fat frying2 large eggs3/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes Preparation In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 350°. Meanwhile, whisk eggs in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, sesame seeds and salt. Dip cheese in eggs, then roll in crumb mixture to coat all sides, patting to help coating adhere....