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Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen brussels sprouts1/4 cup butter, cubed2/3 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation If using fresh brussels sprouts, trim and cut an “X” in the core end of each. In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water and sprouts to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 to 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup whole milk1/3 cup butter, meltedTOPPINGS:Sesame seeds, garlic salt, onion salt or celery salt Preparation In large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cheese; add milk. Stir slowly with fork. When dough clings together, turn onto well-floured surface. On a floured surface, knead gently 10 times. Roll dough into 12x8-in....

Ingredients 1 qt. buttermilk 3 clove garlic kosher salt 4 whole chicken legs Tabasco sauce 1 1/2 c. cornflakes 1/4 c. chopped parsley Freshly ground pepper 3 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of salt. With a sharp knife, make shallow, 1-inch-long slashes in the chicken. Rub generously with Tabasco sauce and add to the buttermilk; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed2 packages (20 ounces each) refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes1 package (7 ounces) frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper12 large eggs, lightly beatenSalt and pepper to taste1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a deep 12-in. cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter. Add the potatoes, sausage, onion and green pepper. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until potatoes are lightly browned, 15-20 minutes, turning once....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup whole milk1 envelope (1 ounce) onion soup mix1 cup dry bread crumbs2 cups shredded carrots2 pounds lean ground beef1/2 pound ground porkGLAZE:1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons prepared mustard Preparation Combine eggs, milk, soup mix, bread crumbs and carrots. Add beef and pork; mix well. Shape mixture into a circle with a 9-in. diameter; form a 3-in. hole in the center of the circle....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs1/3 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zestTOPPING:1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional lemon zest, optionalMint leaves, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Firmly press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-in. pie plate. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups cooked long grain rice1/2 cup chopped pecans1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, divided1 can (21 ounces) cherry or strawberry pie filling1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided1-1/2 cups cold milk1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the rice, pecans and a third of the cream cheese. Spread into a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 pound bulk pork sausage1 small onion, chopped2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (15 ounces) chili con carne (without beans)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 package (2 pounds) Velveeta, cubedPrepared taquitos, tortilla chips or corn chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage with onion, jalapenos and garlic over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, crumbling meat....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped2 cans (16 ounces each) hot chili beans, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 tablespoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 bacon strips, diced1 small tart apple, peeled and coarsely chopped2 tablespoons dried minced onion2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce1/2 to 1 teaspoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons brown sugar3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon maple syrup1/8 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons bourbon, optional 4 thick-sliced bacon stripsEGGS:12 hard-boiled large eggs3/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon maple syrup1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepperMinced fresh chives Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, 3/4 teaspoon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon syrup and salt. If desired, stir in bourbon. Coat bacon with brown sugar mixture. Place on a rack in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)3 large eggs3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup dark corn syrup2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon bourbon2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup plus 3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, divided1 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, corn syrup, butter and bourbon until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 pound Broccolini or broccoli spears1 shallot, sliced1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 teaspoons lemon juice or white balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place Broccolini in a large skillet; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Drain well. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute shallot in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant butterscotch pudding mix1/3 cup canola oil2 large eggs, divided use1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar1 cup brickle toffee bits, divided1/2 cup butterscotch chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, oil and 1 egg; mix until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup for topping. Press remaining mixture into an ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced7 cups chopped cabbage (about 1-1/2 pounds)4 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 teaspoons dried basil2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon dried oregano1 bay leaf3/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook sausage, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is browned. Add cabbage; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until cabbage is crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 tablespoons canola oil3 quarts popped popcorn Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; set aside. In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium for 1 minute; add seasonings. Cook and stir over low heat for 1 minute. Place the popcorn in a large bowl; add seasoning mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/2 cup waterIndividual lilac blossoms, stems removedFinely granulated sugar Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 220°. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Using a tweezers, dip lilac petals into the syrup, shaking off excess; dip into fine sugar. Place lilacs on sugar-coated waxed paper for 4 hours or until dry, turning occasionally. Store uncovered....

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup half-and-half cream2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons light corn syrup1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractIce cream Preparation In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in cream, water and corn syrup until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in butter and vanilla until butter is melted. Serve warm or cold over ice cream....

Ingredients 10 whole graham crackers1 cup butter, cubed1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup chopped pecansFILLING:1 quart dulce de leche ice cream, softened1 jar (16 ounces) hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed1 quart coffee ice cream, softened1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/3 cup coffee liqueurChocolate curls Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Arrange crackers in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar....

Ingredients 2 cups raw cashews1/2 teaspoon salt3 teaspoons coconut oil Preparation Process cashews and salt in a food processor until desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes, scraping down sides as needed. Add coconut oil and process another 30 seconds. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator.