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Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped cashews1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sugars, butter, egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to sugar mixture. Stir in the coconut, cashews and chocolate chips....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedGANACHE:2-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons corn syrupCAPPUCCINO BUTTERCREAM:1 tablespoon instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup water6 egg yolks, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups butter, softened4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooledCOFFEE WHIPPED CREAM:1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, divided2 teaspoons instant coffee granules2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate curls, optional...

Ingredients 18 whole cardamom pods 2 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. packed light-brown sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. unsalted butter Vegetable-oil cooking spray 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. salt 3/4 c. unsalted butter 1 1/4 c. sugar 3 large eggs 1 1/4 c. low-fat plain yogurt 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup white vinegar1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium chicken base1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker; add vinegar mixture. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Reserve 1 cup cooking juices; discard remaining juices....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh baby carrots2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place carrots and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and keep warm. In another microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; cook on high for 30-45 seconds or until butter is melted. Pour over carrots and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons butter1 cup diced fully cooked ham or Polish sausage6 large eggs1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a 10-in. nonstick skillet, saute potatoes, onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Sprinkle with ham. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, pepper and salt; add to the skillet....

Ingredients 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, divided2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend or part-skim mozzarella cheese1 small onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon whole milk8 medium pitted ripe olivesAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, beat two packages of cream cheese, shredded cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce and parsley until blended. Press into a plastic wrap-line 8x4-in. loaf pan. Cover and refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup prepared mustard1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups shredded lettuce1/2 cup chopped dill pickle1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup mayonnaise2 to 3 tablespoons dill pickle juice Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Meanwhile, place crust on an ungreased baking sheet or pizza pan....

Ingredients 3/4 cup crisp rice cereal1/4 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted4 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cereal, walnuts, brown sugar and butter. Press into a greased 8-in. square dish. Fold marshmallows into whipped cream; spread over cereal mixture. Top with pie filling. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon baking powder4 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie fillingGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sugar, butter, shortening, extracts, baking powder and eggs. Beat on low speed until blended; beat on high for 3 minutes. Stir in flour. Spread two-thirds of the batter into a greased 15-1/2-in....

Ingredients 1 small head cauliflower, broken into small florets (about 5 cups)2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped4 jalapeno peppers, sliced4 serrano peppers, sliced1/2 cup salt1 cup white vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 cup canola oil1 jar (10 ounces) small pimiento-stuffed olives, drained Preparation In a large bowl, toss cauliflower, celery, carrot and peppers with salt. Add cold water to cover. Refrigerate, covered, overnight....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, drained8 flour tortillas (8 inches), cut into 1-inch strips1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the chicken, cumin and salt in 1 tablespoon oil until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 large onion, finely chopped8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds), skin removed1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 cup ketchup6 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon Louisiana-style hot sauce1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon browning sauce, optional Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the carrots, celery and onion....

Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, melted1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple30 large marshmallows2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 can (21 ounces) blueberry pie fillingAdditional graham cracker crumbs, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Press into a 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool completely. Meanwhile, drain the pineapple juice into a saucepan; set pineapple aside....

Ingredients 1 rack of lamb (1 pound) , trimmed3 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup dry bread crumbs3 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Place the lamb on a greased rack in a greased roasting pan; rub with garlic, salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, butter, parsley and thyme. Press onto the meat....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup peanut butter1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal Preparation Prepare brownie batter according to package directions for fudge-like brownies. Pour into greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 28-30 minutes. Top with marshmallows; bake 3 minutes longer (marshmallows will not be completely melted). Cool on a wire rack....

Ingredients 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 andouille sausages, sliced into 1/2" thick rounds 1/4 c. melted butter 1 tbsp. lemon zest Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons) 1 tbsp. freshly chopped thyme 1 tsp. smoked paprika 1 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. cayenne Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, for garnish Preparation Step 1 Soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes. When ready to cook, drain and dry skewers....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (15 ounces) mixed vegetables, drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed vegetable beef soup, undiluted1/4 cup water1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 cup fat-free milk1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granulesSugar substitute equivalent to 4 teaspoons sugar2 drops brandy extract or rum extractDash ground cinnamon Preparation In a blender, combine milk, coffee granules, sweetener and extract. Blend until coffee is dissolved. Serve with a dash of cinnamon. For a hot drink, pour into a mug and heat in a microwave.

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup maple syrup, divided6 large tart apples, peeled and sliced1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon12 prepared crepes (9 inches), warmedCinnamon-sugar Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add brown sugar and 2 tablespoons syrup; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Add apples; cook until apples are tender....