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Ingredients 1 cup dried cherries, chopped1/3 cup hot water6 tablespoons shortening6 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs3 teaspoons grated orange zest1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups quick-cooking oats1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a small bowl, soak cherries in hot water for at least 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream the shortening, butter and sugars until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust3/4 cup pizza sauce1 cup frozen cut broccoli, cooked and drained1 cup cubed cooked chicken1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 cup sliced pepperoni8 small cherry tomatoes, halved1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Preparation Place crust on a lightly greased pizza pan. Spread with pizza sauce. Top with the broccoli, chicken, mushrooms, pepperoni and tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese6 eggs1/2 cup vegetable oil1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Combine the broccoli, onion, ham and cheese; set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Add oil; mix well. Combine dry ingredients; add to the egg mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved1 small red onion, chopped1/2 cup diced yellow summer squash1/2 cup diced zucchini1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroDRESSING:3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes, onion, yellow squash, zucchini and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; gently toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar2-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup finely chopped dried apple chips15 caramels2 tablespoons heavy whipping creamAdditional finely chopped dried apple chips, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter, confectioners’ sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon until blended. Gradually beat in flour. Stir in 1/3 cup apple chips. Divide dough in half. Shape each half into a disk; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to roll....

Ingredients 6 cedar grilling planks1/2 pound fresh chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage10 bacon strips, diced1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese6 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches) Preparation Soak planks in water at least 1 hour. In a large skillet, cook chorizo and bacon over medium heat 10-12 minutes or until chorizo is fully cooked and bacon is crisp....

Ingredients 2 pints dark chocolate ice cream, softened1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained and coarsely chopped3/4 cup slivered almonds1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)Whipped topping Preparation In a large bowl, combine the ice cream, cherries and almonds. Spoon into the crust. Cover and freeze overnight. Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before cutting. Garnish with whipped topping.

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked mostaccioli1/2 cup coarsely chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)1 cup boiling water3 tablespoons butter1 large onion, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2-1/4 cups chicken broth1 cup half-and-half cream3 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperThinly sliced fresh basil Preparation Cook mostaccioli according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine tomatoes and boiling water; let stand 5 minutes....

Ingredients Extra-virgin olive oil, for baking dish 2 c. white rice, rinsed well and drained 1 large onion, chopped 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2 (10.5-oz.) cans cream of mushroom soup Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 large bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lb.) 2 tbsp. melted butter 2 tsp. fresh thyme 1 clove garlic, finely minced 1 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9"-x-13" baking dish with oil....

Ingredients 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 cups uncooked brown rice4 ounces reduced-fat smoked turkey sausage, diced1/2 cup thinly sliced celery with leaves1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 to 3 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 bay leaf1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrainedChopped green onions, optional Preparation In a large skillet lightly coated with cooking spray, saute chicken for 2-3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 dried ancho chiles1-1/2 pounds tomatillos, husks removed, halved2 medium onions, sliced, divided1 serrano pepper, halved and seeded3 garlic cloves, peeled3 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed1 tablespoon canola oil2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 whole cloves1/2 cup almonds1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon lime juice1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation Place chiles in a small bowl....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) spaghetti1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/3 cup water1 envelope chili seasoning2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; crumble beef; drain....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1 cup chicken broth1/4 cup minced fresh mint1 tablespoon lime juice1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups plain yogurtCURRIED CRAB:2 tablespoons minced fresh mint4 teaspoons lime juice4 teaspoons canola oil2 teaspoons red curry paste1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup lump crabmeat, drained Preparation Place the peas, broth, mint, lime juice, cumin and salt in a blender. Cover and process until smooth. Add yogurt; process until blended....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 cups self-rising flour2-1/4 cups sugar, divided3/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup baking cocoa4 cups fresh strawberries, quartered2 cups boiling waterWhipped cream and additional strawberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place butter in a 13x9-in. baking pan; heat pan in oven 3-5 minutes or until butter is melted. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1-1/4 cups sugar, milk and vanilla until well blended. In a small bowl, mix cocoa and remaining sugar....

Ingredients 12 egg whites1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sugar1/2 cup strawberry preservesDECORATING:1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting24 miniature semisweet chocolate chips12 brown M&M’s minis Preparation Line two ungreased 18x13-in. baking pans with parchment paper. Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Sift confectioners’ sugar and flour together three times; set aside....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons water, divided1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 pound fresh broccoli, cut into florets (4 cups)1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon water, butter, brown sugar and mustard; set aside. In a skillet or wok, stir-fry broccoli in oil for 1 minute; add remaining water. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add mustard sauce and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, separated2 cups buttermilk2/3 cup sour cream1/2 cup vegetable oilFresh apricot slices, optionalMint leaves, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, beat egg yolks. Add buttermilk, sour cream and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown....

Ingredients 10 licorice pastels10 pieces Twizzlers Rainbow Twists5 ounces white candy coating, melted3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs Preparation Place a pastel in the end of a twist. Attach the other end of twist to pastel, forming a ring. Repeat with remaining pastels and twists. Place melted coating and cracker crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip rings in coating allowing excess to drip off, then roll in crumbs. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)7 ounces caramels (about 25)1/4 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup milk20 large marshmallows1 cup semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons butter, cubed1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedAdditional whipped topping, toasted pecan halves and chocolate curls, optional Preparation Place pecans in crust. In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir caramels and evaporated milk until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, divided 1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed2 tablespoons shortening3 to 5 tablespoons ice water8 cups sliced peaches (about 7-8 medium)1 tablespoon lemon juice3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 large egg, beaten2 tablespoons sliced almonds1 tablespoon coarse sugar1/3 cup water1 cup fresh raspberries, optional Preparation Mix flour, 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 teaspoon salt; cut in butter and shortening until crumbly....