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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar2/3 cup packed brown sugar2 large egg whites, room temperature1-1/4 cups chunky peanut butter1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt6 Butterfinger candy bars (1.9 ounces each), chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg whites. Beat in peanut butter and vanilla. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 8 slices angel food cake3/4 cup butter, melted, divided1 cup packed brown sugar, divided8 scoops butter brickle or butter pecan ice creamButterscotch ice cream topping Preparation Place cake slices on a greased baking sheet. Brush with 6 tablespoons butter; press 1 tablespoon brown sugar onto each slice. Broil 5-6 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly. Turn slices over; brush with remaining butter and sprinkle with remaining brown sugar....

Ingredients 3 medium potatoes (1-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil2 to 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning Preparation Cut each potato lengthwise into eight wedges; place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; toss to coat. Bake at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning once.

Ingredients 1 cup water (70° to 80°)4 teaspoons butter, softened1-1/4 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon sugar3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 teaspoon garlic powderPepper to taste1 egg, lightly beaten Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first six ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/2 cup honey1/3 cup thawed unsweetened apple juice concentrate2 tablespoons canola oil3 teaspoons almond extract6 cups old-fashioned oats1-1/2 cups dried cherries or cranberries1 cup slivered almondsFat-free vanilla yogurt, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, milk powder, honey, apple juice concentrate and oil. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved; stir in extract. In a large bowl, combine the oats, cherries and almonds....

Ingredients FILLING:1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling3 cups fresh or chopped frozen rhubarb1 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, cubedCRUST:1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup whole milk Preparation Spread fruit in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with sugar and dot with butter; set aside. For crust, in a large bowl cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour and baking powder; add alternately with milk to creamed mixture, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 12 bacon strips, halved10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 24 cubes1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/2 cup orange marmalade1/4 cup soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerrootSweet-and-sour sauce, optional Preparation Place bacon on a broiler rack. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until partially cooked; cool. Wrap a piece of bacon around a chicken cube and water chestnut slice; secure with a toothpick....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings1 medium green pepper, julienned2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes2 teaspoons garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook the chicken, onion and green pepper in oil until chicken is lightly browned and vegetables are tender. Add tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes and seasonings; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs1-1/4 cups whole milkFILLING:2 cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken2/3 cup chopped fully cooked ham1 cup shredded Swiss cheeseSAUCE:2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1-1/2 cups whole milk1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons chopped fully cooked hamMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the flour, eggs and milk until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Heat a lightly greased 7-in....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon sesame oil1 teaspoon sugar1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper4 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips5 ounces uncooked bean thread noodles or spaghetti1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup chicken broth2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 green onion, thinly sliced Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients and 2 tablespoons soy sauce. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up2 tablespoons canola oil1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-3/4 cups water1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules2 large cucumbers1 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in oil. Remove chicken and set aside. To drippings, add mushrooms and garlic; saute 2 minutes. Stir in flour until mushrooms are coated. Gradually add water and bouillon; cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup butter, divided2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup water1/2 cup amaretto2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup chocolate chips with 1/4 cup butter; quickly spread in an even layer over bottom and sides of prepared pan....

Ingredients 20 medium pretzel twists (about 5 ounces)12 ounces milk chocolate candy coating disks, meltedColored sprinkles12 ounces white candy coating disks, melted Preparation Dip 10 pretzels in milk chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. Decorate half of the pretzels with sprinkles. Chill for 10 minutes or until set. Dip the remaining 10 pretzels in white candy coating, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. Decorate half of the pretzels with sprinkles....

Ingredients 2 1/2 c. water 1 c. black rice 1 small onion 1 large garlic clove 2 tbsp. unsalted butter salt Freshly ground pepper 2 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 lb. medium shrimp 1 tsp. chopped rosemary 3/4 lb. cleaned small squid c. dry white wine 1/2 c. tomato sauce Preparation Step 1In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil with the rice. Cover and simmer over moderately low heat until tender, 45 minutes....

Ingredients 2 slices white bread, cubed2 tablespoons raisins1 egg1/2 cup evaporated milk3 tablespoons water2 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegBUTTER SAUCE:2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons sugar1 egg yolk, beaten1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon bourbon, optional Preparation Divide bread cubes and raisins between two greased 8-oz. ramekins or custard cups. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, milk, water, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour over bread mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons beaten egg2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 ounces each), cut into 1-inch strips1/4 cup canola oil Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, whisk milk and egg. Coat chicken in flour, then dip in egg mixture....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cornmeal2 tablespoons whole wheat flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon onion powder4 pork chops (1/2 to 3/4 inch thick)1/4 cup milk Preparation In a shallow bowl or large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Dip pork chops into milk, then into the cornmeal mixture. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon pepper1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed3 slices Swiss cheese, cut into strips Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in bouillon and pepper. Cool for 15 minutes. On a floured surface, roll out dough into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Spread beef mixture to within 1/2 in....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar1 cup waterCAKE:1 cup egg whites (about 7)2-1/4 cups cake flour1-1/4 cups sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt5 large egg yolks1/2 cup canola oil6 tablespoons water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarFROSTING:2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided3 tablespoons cake flour1/2 teaspoon salt4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small heavy skillet, heat sugar until golden brown. Gradually add water; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons wasabi mayonnaise or plain mayonnaise8 slices sourdough bread (1/2 inch thick), toasted2 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 large sweet onion, thinly sliced8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced1/2 cup fresh basil leaves Preparation Spread mayonnaise on 1 side of each slice of toast. Top half the toast slices with tomatoes, salt and pepper. Add onion, mozzarella and basil; top with remaining bread slices....