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Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided2 tablespoons plus 1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1/4 cup cold butter2/3 cup chopped pecans, divided1 large egg2 large egg whites2 tablespoons fat-free milk1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour and 2 tablespoons sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in 1/3 cup pecans. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked spiral pasta4 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1 cup crumbled cooked bacon1 cup 2% milk1 cup mayonnaise4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped3 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chicken, soup, bacon, milk and mayonnaise. Stir in tomatoes and spinach....

Ingredients 2 packages (6 ounces each) reduced-sodium stuffing mix1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup 2% milk8 cups cubed cooked chicken1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 pound sliced deli ham, cut into 1-inch strips1 cup shredded Swiss cheese3 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare stuffing mixes according to package directions. Meanwhile, whisk together soup and milk. Toss chicken with pepper; divide between 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided 1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked sun-dried tomato chicken sausage links or flavor of your choice, coarsely chopped1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated diced potatoes with onion1/2 cup chopped sweet onion1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon pepper, divided 1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red pepper1 tablespoon butter4 large eggs Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 tablespoon canola oil1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed1 pound small red potatoes, quartered1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved1/2 cup thinly sliced sweet onion2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2 tablespoons onion soup mix2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Sprinkle chicken with lemon-pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 4 medium beets 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 c. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda salt 2 large eggs 3/4 c. warm water 1/4 c. safflower oil 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Vegetable oil cooking spray Chocolate Glaze Candied Beet Chips Preparation Step 1Cover beets with 2 inches water in a pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until very tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp paring knife, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped1/2 cup soft bread crumbs4 bacon strips, finely chopped1 egg, lightly beaten1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard1-1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke, optional1-1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika1 teaspoon salt1 garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon onion powder1 pound ground porkGLAZE:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar4 teaspoons stone-ground mustard Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients....

Ingredients 2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, at room temperature or softened 1 c. shredded cheddar, divided 1/4 c. buffalo sauce 1 tbsp. ranch dressing Few dashes hot sauce 1/4 c. crumbled blue cheese (optional) Finely chopped chives, for garnish Sliced baguette and carrot and celery sticks, for serving Preparation Step 1Adjust an oven rack to center position, and preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, 3/4 cup cheddar, buffalo sauce, ranch, and hot sauce....

Ingredients 3 large eggs2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups vegetable oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda3 cups chopped peeled apples1 cup coarsely chopped pecansTOPPING:1/2 cup butter1/4 cup whole milk1 cup packed brown sugarPinch salt Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs until foamy; gradually add sugar. Blend in oil and vanilla. Combine flour, salt and baking soda; add to egg mixture. Stir in apples and pecans. Pour into a greased 10-in....

Ingredients 1/2 oz. unsalted butter 2 medium carrots 1 1/2 c. sugar 4 package cream cheese 4 large eggs 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger 1/4 tsp. salt 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Petite Marzipan Carrots 2 oz. toasted pecans 8 graham crackers 2 oz. unsalted butter 3 tbsp. sugar 1/4 tsp. salt Preparation Step 1Make the crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup minced chives1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauceDash garlic salt2 cups crisp rice cereal Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in the flour, chives, salt, pepper sauce and garlic salt. Stir in cereal. Shape into four 6-1/2x1-1/2-in. logs. Wrap securely and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm....

Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided6 tablespoons creamy Caesar salad dressing, divided2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 cups hearts of romaine salad mix2 green onions, thinly sliced2 plum tomatoes, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unroll pizza crust and press to fit into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, pinching edges to form a rim....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix3/4 cup baking cocoa1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon coconut extract2-1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation Prepare cake mix according to package directions for cupcakes, adding cocoa when mixing. Fill foil- or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° for 11-15 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched and cracks feel dry....

Ingredients 1 cup self-rising flour1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup baking cocoa, divided1/2 cup 2% milk3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup packed brown sugar1-3/4 cups hot waterVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar and 2 tablespoons cocoa. Stir in milk and oil until smooth. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Combine the brown sugar and remaining cocoa; sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water over top (do not stir)....

Ingredients 15 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (about 1-1/2 cups)2 tablespoons butter, melted3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 cup sour cream1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten23 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped (about 2-1/2 cups), divided Preparation In a large bowl, combine crushed cookies and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the side of a greased 9-in. springform pan....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/3 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1 large egg1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon orange extract2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flourGLAZE:1 large egg Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter, 1 egg, orange zest, salt, extract and 1 cup flour; beat until smooth....

Ingredients 6 slice bacon 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 c. chopped onions 1 c. chopped celery 1/2 c. chopped carrots 1 c. chopped leeks 2 oranges 1 tbsp. fresh thyme 1 tbsp. fresh rosemary salt and pepper 4 c. day‐old Italian bread Preparation Step 1Sauté bacon in large frying pan till crisp, remove and set aside. Drain oil and wipe pan. Melt 1/2 cup butter in same pan over medium heat....

Ingredients 3/4 c. sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 pinch nutmeg 3 medium eggs 1 c. heavy cream 1 tsp. vanilla extract 5 c. 1-inch cubed New Orleans French bread (see Tip) c. raisins 1 c. heavy cream 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch 1 tbsp. water 3 tbsp. sugar 1/4 c. bourbon 9 medium egg whites 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar 3/4 c. sugar Preparation Step 1For the bread pudding: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, divided1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon garlic salt1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins, cut into 1/2-inch strips4 Italian sandwich buns, split1 small red onion, sliced4 lettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper, basil and garlic salt until smooth; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice and remaining lemon-pepper; set aside....

Ingredients 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons 2% milk4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce1/4 cup honey1 small cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and thinly sliced1 celery rib, thinly sliced3/4 cup julienned carrots8 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves Preparation For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients....