Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup sliced almonds1 large egg white1/2 teaspoon water Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extract. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in....
Ingredients 2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sugar1/4 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon toasted wheat germ3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla until combined. Add melted chocolate. Combine flour, wheat germ, baking powder, salt and chipotle pepper. Gradually add to egg mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup sour cream1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries1/2 cup chopped pecansBLUEBERRY SAUCE:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup water2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1/2 cup cold butter1 large egg yolk, room temperature2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milkFILLING:3/4 cup apricot preserves2 tablespoons apricot brandy4 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) apricot halves, drained and halved2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toastedWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk. Gradually add milk, tossing with a fork until a ball forms....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni4 cups fresh broccoli florets1 large onion, finely chopped1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 tablespoon butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour4 cups fat-free milk2-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepperTOPPING:1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add broccoli....
Ingredients 1 c. brown short-grain rice 2 c. water 1 tbsp. rice vinegar 3 sheets toasted nori (yaki-nori) 1 Lebanese cucumber 1 oz. snow pea sprouts 2 tbsp. Japanese soy sauce 2 tbsp. rice vinegar 2 tsp. white sugar 1/4 tsp. fine salt 3 oz. chicken breast 2 tbsp. teriyaki sauce 1 clove garlic Cooking-oil spray Preparation Step 1Wash rice several times in large bowl with cold water until water is almost clear....
Ingredients 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets2 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons Buffalo wing sauce3 tablespoons butter, meltedDIP:1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese1/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix Celery sticks, optional Preparation Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cauliflower and oil; toss to coat. In batches, arrange cauliflower in a single layer in air-fryer basket. Cook until florets are tender and edges are browned, 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through....
Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2x1/2-in. strips3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning8 ounces uncooked penne pasta (about 2-1/3 cups)2 tablespoons butter, divided 1 small sweet red pepper, diced1 small green pepper, diced1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 4 green onions, chopped1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic powderPepper to tasteChopped plum tomatoesMinced fresh basilShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning; let stand 15 minutes....
Ingredients 2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen corn, thawed4 small zucchini, finely chopped1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies, drained1 medium onion, chopped2/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup fresh lime juice2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 to 2-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the corn, zucchini, red pepper, chilies and onion. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake well....
Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 tablespoon sugar1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup 2% milk1/3 cup instant vanilla pudding mix (half of a 3.4-ounce package)1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon salt3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:3/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup butter, meltedFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon water1-1/2 to 1-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in warm water....
Ingredients 2 cups crushed shortbread cookies3 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping1 cup chopped pecans, divided 5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-3/4 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 large egg yolks, room temperature, lightly beaten1/3 cup heavy whipping creamSOUR CREAM TOPPING:2 cups sour cream1/3 cup sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom and 1 in....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milkCoarse sugar and/or edible glitter Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, cardamom, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 3 lb. carrots 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 lb. sweet Italian sausages 1 medium onion 1 tbsp. plus 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary 1 tbsp. tomato paste mixed with 1/2 cup water Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. Chopped flat-leaf parsley Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the carrots over moderately high heat until tender, about 7 minutes. Drain the carrots in a colander....
Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice1 cup chopped onion1 cup diced carrots1 cup golden raisins3 cups chicken broth1 teaspoon onion salt2 cups frozen peas1-1/2 cups cooked wild rice1 cup salted cashews1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat; add rice, onion, carrots and raisins. Cook and stir until onion is tender, 5-7 minutes. Add broth and onion salt; bring to a boil....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, divided6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk1 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperDash ground nutmeg8 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup chopped celery leaves6 slices white bread, crusts removed Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 3-4 minutes....
Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium green pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup 2% milk1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth1 pound potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cubed1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat butter over medium heat. Add celery, carrots, green pepper and onion; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until onion is tender....
Ingredients 3 cups old-fashioned oats2 cups unsweetened puffed wheat cereal1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup raisins1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup honey1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine honey, butter and vanilla; pour over oat mixture and mix well. (Mixture will be sticky....
Ingredients 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 cup sour cream2/3 cup mayonnaise2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cooked and cubed (about 1-1/2 cups)1 cup pineapple tidbits1 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, divided1/2 cup chopped celery Preparation Prick the bottom and sides of pastry shell several times with a fork. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese. Bake at 375° for 15-16 minutes or until the crust is lightly browned....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups sliced cooked chicken1 cup coleslaw mix4 flour tortillas (8 inches), room temperature Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the oil, peanut butter, onions, soy sauce and pepper until combined. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Sprinkle 1/4 cup coleslaw mix over each tortilla; top with chicken mixture. Roll up tightly.
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained2 tablespoons picante sauce1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon onion powder2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rollsAdditional chili powder, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the cheddar cheese, chiles, picante sauce, chili powder, garlic salt and onion powder until blended. Separate each tube of crescent roll dough into four rectangles; press perforations to seal....
