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Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted3/4 cup whole milk1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup chopped broccoli1 to 2 potatoes, peeled and diced Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef with onion and green pepper until the beef is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; crumble beef; drain. Stir in soup, milk and Worcestershire sauce. Add broccoli and potatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 11 squares)1/2 cup butter, softened1 egg1/2 cup chopped almonds1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, cracker crumbs and butter until crumbly. Beat in egg. Stir in chopped almonds. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 14-in....

Ingredients 6 large egg whites1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar1 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice3 cups cake flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt40 maraschino cherries, chopped1/2 cup chopped walnutsTOPPING:1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractMaraschino cherries with stems, drained and patted dry Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, divided3 tablespoons canola oil1 cup packed brown sugar3 large egg whites2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup1 tablespoon water2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar, divided1/3 cup baking cocoa2-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a microwave, melt 3/4 cup chocolate chips and oil; stir until smooth. Pour into a large bowl; cool for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 pita breads (6 inches)1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded cooked chicken1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 English cucumber, halved and sliced1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved1 small red onion, quartered and sliced1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese...

Ingredients 1 package (17-1/2 ounces) chocolate chip cookie mix3 tablespoons water1 egg1/4 cup canola oil1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup vanilla or white chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 package (5-1/2 ounces) Junior Mints Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cookie mix, water, egg and oil. Stir in the chips and nuts. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 7-9 minutes or until edges are golden brown....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup toasted wheat germ4 large eggs2 cups chopped pecans1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar. Combine oats, flours and wheat germ; gradually add to creamed mixture. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. In a small bowl, beat eggs until foamy....

Ingredients 5 pounds chicken wingsOil for frying1 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powderOptional: Celery ribs and ranch or blue cheese salad dressing Preparation Cut chicken wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip sections. In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. oil to 375°. Fry wings in oil, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons cream of tartar2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt4 cups cornflakes, lightly crushed1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the cornflakes and pecans. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 1 in....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded carrots7 radishes, sliced and cut into strips1/4 cup raisinsLIME VINAIGRETTE:2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest1/4 teaspoon pepperLettuce leaves, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the carrots, radishes and raisins. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine vinaigrette ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over carrot mixture and toss to coat. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Ingredients 3 medium carrots, sliced2 tablespoons chopped onion5 teaspoons butter, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons crushed cornflakes Preparation Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until carrots are almost tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, saute onion in 3 teaspoons butter until tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup peanut butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups confectioners’ sugar24 to 26 maraschino cherries with stemsAdditional confectioners’ sugar2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup shortening Preparation In a small bowl, beat the butter and peanut butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Pat cherries dry with paper towel. Dust hands with additional confectioners’ sugar....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh broccoli florets2 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon curry powder1 cup cubed bread2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, cook broccoli in water until crisp-tender; drain. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; set aside. Combine the chicken, soup, mayonnaise, cheese and curry powder; spoon over broccoli....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil5 medium red potatoes, cubed1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup salsa verde1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style cornOptiona: Shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream Preparation Saute onion in oil in a large saucepan until tender....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (2 to 3 pounds)2-1/2 quarts water1/2 medium onion, chopped3 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 bay leaf1-1/2 cups uncooked fine egg noodles1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped carrots Preparation In a stockpot, combine the first 9 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours. Remove chicken; allow to cool. Strain broth; discard bay leaf....

Ingredients 2 cups water2 cups whole milk1 cup grits2 large egg yolks1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/4 cup butter, cubed1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and milk to a boil. Add grits; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until thickened. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks. Stir a small amount of hot grits into yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, cubed6 cups confectioners’ sugar3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan, cook butter over low heat until lightly browned. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat the sugar, butter, 3 tablespoons milk and vanilla until blended. Beat in enough remaining milk to achieve spreading consistency.

Ingredients 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1/2 cup chopped green onions10 flour tortillas (8 inches)2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour2 cups half-and-half cream6 large eggs, lightly beaten1/4 teaspoon salt, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine ham and onions; place about 1/4 cup down the center of each tortilla. Top with 2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon garlic powder1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread, halved lengthwise Preparation In a small bowl, combine the butter, cheese and garlic powder. Spread mixture over cut sides of bread. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Ingredients 48 milk chocolate kisses, candy cane kisses or miniature chocolate-covered peppermint patties, unwrapped4 candy canes1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 tablespoon 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Freeze kisses in a covered container for at least 1 hour. Place candy canes in a food processor; process until finely crushed. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....