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Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups buttermilkFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened6 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon almond extract3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice2/3 cup finely chopped pecans2/3 cup chopped maraschino cherriesFROSTING:3 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup half-and-half cream1 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate curls and maraschino cherry, optional...

Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup molasses1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, molasses and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Roll into 1-in....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked penne pasta2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons sour cream2 tablespoons prepared pesto1 cup cubed cooked chicken Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, sour cream and pesto. Drain pasta. Add pasta and chicken to Parmesan mixture; toss to coat.

Ingredients 4 oz. dried chiles such as ancho, pasilla or guajillo 4 can chipotles in adobo 3 large cloves garlic 1 tbsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. caraway seeds 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 large shallots salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large microwave-safe bowl, cover the dried chiles with 2 cups of hot water. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave at high power for 2 to 3 minutes, until the chiles are slightly softened....

Ingredients 6 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped green chiles1/4 cup chopped ripe olives, drained2 teaspoons dried minced onion1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese. Add the cheddar cheese, chiles, olives, onion and hot pepper sauce. Separate each tube of crescent dough into 4 rectangles; press perforations to seal. Spread cheese mixture over dough....

Ingredients 4 large portobello mushrooms (about 3/4 pound)1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon grated lime zest2 tablespoons lime juice8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese Preparation Remove stems from mushrooms; if desired, remove gills using a spoon. Cut mushrooms into 1/2-in....

Ingredients 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped2 tablespoons butter1 large egg yolk, room temperature, beaten1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup ground pecans1/3 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk)2 tablespoons Irish cream liqueur, Kahlua or strong brewed coffeeBaking cocoa or additional ground pecans Preparation In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, heat the chocolate chips, unsweetened chocolate and butter until melted, whisking frequently. Whisk a small amount of mixture into egg yolk....

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (12 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed2 tablespoons cornstarch3/4 cup cold water3 cups fresh blueberries Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and 2 tablespoons sugar. Gradually add flour and mix well. Press onto the bottom of a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 orange slice1 maraschino cherry1-1/2 ounces maraschino cherry juice1 teaspoon bitters1/4 to 1/3 cup ice cubes1-1/2 ounces brandy2 teaspoons water1 teaspoon orange juice3 ounces lemon-lime soda Preparation In a rocks glass, muddle orange slice, cherry, cherry juice and bitters. Add ice. Pour in the brandy, water, orange juice and soda.

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 cup cubed bread2 large eggs2 cups 2% milk3/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 teaspoons butter Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Arrange bread in bottom of pie crust. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla; pour over bread....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups seasoned croutons2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained8 large eggs4 cups whole milk1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Sprinkle the croutons, cheese, onion, peppers and mushrooms into two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt, mustard and pepper....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small red onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms12 large eggs, lightly beaten1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and red and green peppers; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained1/2 cup chili sauce8 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in beans, tomatoes and chili sauce; heat through. Place about 1/2 cup meat mixture near the center on each tortilla; top with cheese and sour cream....

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/4 cups buttermilk1/2 cup fresh or canned pumpkin2 tablespoons butter, meltedOptional: Butter and maple syrup Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, pumpkin and melted butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 3 cups diced red apples1 cup miniature marshmallows1 cup peanuts1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/3 cup raisins, optional1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 package (3.4 ounces) instant butterscotch pudding Preparation In a large bowl, combine apples, marshmallows, peanuts, pineapple and raisins if desired. Combine whipped topping and dry pudding mix; fold into fruit mixture and mix well. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups finely chopped pecans36 caramels2 tablespoons hot water20 large marshmallows Preparation Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside. Place nuts in a shallow dish. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels and water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-90 seconds or until melted, stirring twice. Dip each marshmallow into melted caramel, then roll in pecans. Place on prepared baking sheet. Let marshmallows stand until set.

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)1 envelope taco seasoning1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheeseSour cream, optional Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning. Pour tomatoes over top. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat from slow cooker; shred with 2 forks....

Ingredients 8 bacon strips, coarsely chopped4 large carrots, sliced2 cups peeled cubed butternut squash (1/2-inch pieces)1 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 plum tomatoes, chopped2 cups chopped fresh kale Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings....

Ingredients 2 cups crushed pretzels1/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup hot caramel ice cream topping 16 ounces 70% cacao dark baking chocolate, chopped1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons butter4 chai tea bags2 tablespoons baking cocoa3 ounces milk chocolate, melted2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix pretzels and brown sugar; stir in butter. Press crumbs onto bottom and up sides of greased 9-in....

Ingredients 5 cups pitted canned tart red cherries1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juiceTOPPING:1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons cold butter1/3 to 1/2 cup milk Preparation Drain cherries, reserving 1-1/4 cups juice; set aside. Discard remaining juice. In a large saucepan, combine the sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon and nutmeg; stir in lemon juice and reserved cherry juice until smooth....