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Ingredients 2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup corn syrup3 large apples, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon apple pie spice1 loaf (1 pound) day-old cinnamon bread1/2 cup chopped pecans10 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 cup Catalina salad dressing4-1/2 teaspoons onion soup mix1 tablespoon grape jelly Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil. Transfer to a shallow baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the salad dressing, soup mix and jelly; pour over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 1 boneless fully cooked ham (9 pounds)1-1/2 cups champagne3/4 cup packed brown sugar4-1/2 teaspoons honey3/4 teaspoon ground ginger3/4 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/2 hours. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook until glaze is reduced by half....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1 jar (8 ounces) process cheese sauce1/2 cup mayonnaise1 loaf (1 pound) sliced sandwich bread, crusts removed1/3 cup butter, meltedPaprika Preparation Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Place asparagus on paper towels; pat dry. In a small bowl, combine cheese sauce and mayonnaise....

Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce1/2 cup diced cooked chicken1 small onion, sliced1/4 cup sliced green pepper1/4 cup sliced sweet red pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Preparation Unroll pizza crust onto a greased baking sheet; form into a heart shape or a 12-in. circle. Spread with pizza sauce. Top with chicken, onion and peppers. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake on lowest rack at 425° for 16-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 3/4 c. butter, softened 1 c. granulated sugar 2 eggs 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 egg whites 3 c. powdered sugar 1/2 tsp. almond extract Food coloring, optional Preparation Make Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture in three parts, mixing in between....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed6 tablespoons 2% milk3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 cup peanut butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract3 cups quick-cooking oats1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained and finely chopped Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, milk and cocoa. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in peanut butter and extracts until blended. Stir in oats and cherries....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed chicken noodle soup, undiluted1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 can (10 ounces) chunk white chicken, drained1 can (5 ounces) chow mein noodles Preparation In a large skillet, combine the first five ingredients. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast1 cup seedless red grapes, halved1/2 cup chopped cashews1 celery rib, chopped1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 green onion, chopped1/2 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup buttermilk2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper4 croissants, split Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice and seasonings. Pour over chicken mixture; mix well....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds1/2 cup chopped candied cherries1 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a microwavable bowl, combine milk and chocolate chips. Microwave on high until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred, about 1 minute. Stir in almonds, cherries and extract. Spread evenly in a greased 8-in. square pan. Cover and chill until firm. Cut into squares....

Ingredients 1 head bok choy, finely chopped2 bunches green onions, thinly sliced2 packages (3 ounces each) ramen noodles, broken1/4 cup slivered almonds2 tablespoons sunflower kernels1/4 cup butterDRESSING:1/3 to 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup canola oil2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon soy sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine bok choy and green onions. Save seasoning packet from ramen noodles for another use. In a large skillet, saute the noodles, almonds and sunflower kernels in butter until browned, about 7 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup water2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon ground ginger2 pounds ground pork Preparation In a large bowl, combine water and seasonings. Crumble pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight 4-in. patties. In a large skillet, cook patties over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats1/2 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup buttermilk Preparation In a small bowl, combine the oats, flours, baking soda, salt and sugar. In another small bowl, beat the egg, oil and buttermilk. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto a greased large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup bulgur2 cups boiling water1-1/2 cups finely chopped green peppers1 large onion, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil2 cups reduced-sodium tomato juice1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese...

Ingredients 2 teaspoons meringue powder2 tablespoons water40 to 50 edible blossoms or flower petals of your choice, such as pansies, edible orchids or rose petals1-1/4 cups superfine sugar Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve meringue powder in water. Lightly brush over all sides of flowers to coat completely. Sprinkle with sugar. Let dry on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet for 1-2 days. Use as a garnish for dessert.

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecans8 ounces white candy coating, melted1/3 to 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies Preparation Cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Stir in pecans. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, 3-4 hours. Preheat oven to 350°. Shape dough into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 cup chopped pecans3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup honeyDOUGH:1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup cold butter, cubed1/2 cup solid-pack pumpkin1/2 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 chicken leg quarters Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Remove skin from chicken; if desired, use a sharp knife to cut through the leg quarter joints. Add chicken to marinade; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon pepper3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 boneless rolled pork loin roast (3-1/2 pounds) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Mix first four ingredients; rub over roast. Place on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast until a thermometer reads 145°, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Remove roast from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons butter4 cups diced peeled potatoes3 cups chicken or vegetable broth2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups 2% milk1/4 teaspoon pepperDash paprikaSeasoned croutons and minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add potatoes and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Puree in small batches in a blender until smooth; return to the pan....