Ingredients 2 cups chicken broth1 cup fresh or frozen corn1 small celery rib, chopped1 small carrot, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 cup shredded cooked chicken1/2 cup canned diced tomatoesSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, 25-30 minutes. Stir in the chicken, tomatoes, salt and pepper; heat through.
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)1/4 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, bananas, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to the banana mixture and mix just until combined....
Ingredients 1 cup warm water (70° to 80°)1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon nonfat dry milk powder1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt4-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons garlic powder3 cups bread flour2 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check the dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....
Ingredients PUDDING:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups whole milk3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 teaspoon vanilla extractCAKE:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup buttermilk1 cup strong brewed coffee1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 large eggsFROSTING:8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed1/3 cup hot water2 teaspoons light corn syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract...
Ingredients 2-1/4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons butter2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice1/2 cup finely chopped peeled apple1/4 cup raisins1/4 cup brandy, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place sweet potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 5 minutes. Drain. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, apple juice, apple and raisins; bring to a boil, stirring frequently....
Ingredients 2 medium acorn squash2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, softened Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds. Cut each half crosswise into 1/2-in. slices; discard ends. Arrange squash in a shallow baking pan; cover with foil. Bake until just tender, 25-30 minutes. Combine sugar and butter; spread over squash. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer, basting occasionally.
Ingredients 26 caramels1 cup milk chocolate chips1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels, milk chocolate chips and cream. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 1 minute longer, stirring every 15 seconds or until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. Spread into prepared pan; refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm....
Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 1/2 lb. mild Italian sausage 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp. paprika 2 tbsp. tomato paste 1/2 c. bottled clam juice 1/2 c. dry white wine 2 bay leaves Pinch dried red-pepper flakes 16 littleneck clams 3 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley salt tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large pot, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Add the sausage; cook, turning, until browned, about 10 minutes....
Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided2 large eggs, lightly beaten Preparation Separate crescent dough into eight triangles; place in a greased 9-in. pie plate with points toward the center. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of plate to form a crust; seal perforations....
Ingredients 4-1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken1 can (28 ounces) green enchilada sauce1-1/4 cups sour cream9 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheeseFresh minced parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of each of the following: chicken, enchilada sauce, sour cream, tortillas and cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly, about 10 minutes longer....
Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1-3/4 cups water1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 large egg1 large egg white1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix1/3 cup reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix1 tablespoon fat-free milk1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mash half the beans....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltTOPPING:1 large egg white1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and yolk. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved2 green onions, chopped1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bunch red leaf lettuce or radicchio, torn2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted Preparation Place Brussels sprouts in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water and pat dry....
Ingredients 30 caramels1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup butter, cubedIce cream Preparation In a 1-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels, chocolate chips, milk and butter. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes; stir. Heat 30-60 seconds longer or until the caramels are almost melted; stir until smooth. Serve warm if desired over ice cream (sauce will thicken upon standing). Refrigerate leftovers.
Ingredients 2 tablespoons fat-free milk2 tablespoons egg substitute1/2 teaspoon butter, melted1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 ounces fat-free cream cheese1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons fat-free caramel ice cream topping, divided3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping1/2 cup fresh raspberries2 tablespoons white wine or unsweetened apple juice1 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the milk, egg substitute, butter and vanilla. Whisk in flour until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour....
Ingredients 1 cup raisins1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained2 large firm bananas, halved1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 can (10 ounces) frozen nonalcoholic pina colada mix1 can (6 ounces) unsweetened pineapple juice3 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup cream of coconut1/4 cup light rum, optional1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubesWhipped cream and maraschino cherries, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine raisins and pineapple; set aside. In a blender, combine the bananas, milk, pina colada mix, pineapple juice, eggs, cream of coconut and, if desired, rum....
Ingredients 1 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar2 eggs1 cup shredded carrots2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Stir in carrots. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to carrot mixture. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool....
Ingredients 2 cups whole milk1 package (3.3 ounces) instant white chocolate pudding mix8 date oatmeal cookies, coarsely crumbled1 cup cherry pie filling Preparation In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Spoon 1/4 cup pudding into each of four parfait glasses. Layer each with 1/3 cup cookie crumbs and 1/4 cup pie filling. Top with the remaining pudding and cookie crumbs....
Ingredients 1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese1 pound ground turkey or beef1/2 cup chopped onion1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables1/3 cup ketchup1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheeseSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown the turkey or beef with the onion; drain. Stir in vegetables, ketchup, water, mustard and garlic powder....
Ingredients 8 cups water3/4 teaspoon salt2 cups quick-cooking grits2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup butter, cubed8 bacon strips, chopped2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally....
