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Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 egg1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon saltRed food coloring1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes1/2 cup sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough in half; add 6-7 drops of food coloring to one half. Shape tablespoonfuls of each color of dough into 4-in....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons almond extract5-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cardamom1 cup sour cream1 cup chopped almonds Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extract. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cardamom; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream....

Ingredients 1/4 c. butter 1 1/2 c. Honey Maid® Graham Cracker Crumbs 1 c. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 3 package Philadelphia® Cream Cheese 1 tsp. vanilla 3/4 c. Breakstone’s® or Knudsen® Sour Cream 3 eggs 3/4 c. finely shredded carrots (about 2 carrots) 1 1/2 c. thawed Cool Whip® Whipped Topping Preparation Step 1Heat oven to 325 degrees F.Step 2Mix butter, crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; press onto bottom of 13- x 9-inch pan....

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix2/3 cup 2% milk1 large egg, lightly beaten, room temperature5 turkey hot dogs, sliced1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 tablespoons finely chopped pickled jalapeno, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Line 9 muffin cups with foil liners or grease 9 nonstick muffin cups. In a small bowl, combine muffin mix, milk and egg; stir in hot dogs, cheese and, if desired, jalapeno. Fill prepared cups three-fourths full....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg1 cup milk1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Combine egg, milk and butter stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in sausage and cheese. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 cup biscuit/baking mix1/4 cup milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 green onions, finely chopped1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, milk, cheese, onions and garlic powder. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Roll into an 8-in. x 6-in. rectangle. Cut lengthwise into eight strips. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 large egg, room temperature4 teaspoons grated orange zest2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartar1-1/2 cups chopped dried cherries or cranberries1/2 cup chopped pistachios8 ounces white baking chocolate, melted Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and orange zest. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large sweet onion, cut into 2-inch pieces6 tablespoons creamy Caesar salad dressing, divided4 small red potatoes, halved1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 small bunch romaine, torn2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine chicken, onion and 2 tablespoons salad dressing; toss to coat. In a small bowl, combine potatoes with 2 tablespoons salad dressing....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds prepared chicken salad1/2 cup seedless red grapes, halved18 jumbo pasta shells, cooked, drained and cooled2/3 cup ranch salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine the chicken salad and grapes. Spoon about 2 tablespoons into each pasta shell. Refrigerate until serving. Drizzle with salad dressing.

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons brown sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup peanut butter1-1/2 cups 2% milk3 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped ripe banana1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsMaple syrup, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg, peanut butter, milk, melted butter and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons shortening1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg yolk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation In a small bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugars. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chips and pecans....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. bacon 1/3 lb. Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced 1/4 c. shelled pistachios, roughly chopped kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. ground beef 4 Hamburger buns green leaf lettuce sour cream Preparation Step 1Cook your bacon on the stove in a large frying pan set over low heat. Cook the bacon until it’s crispy, but not too crispy.Step 2Transfer your bacon to paper towels, and throw your Brussels sprouts into that delicious bacon fat; increase the heat to medium-high....

Ingredients 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup waterDash pepper1/8 teaspoon salt3 cups frozen broccoli florets3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/3 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheeseMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in broccoli; return to a boil....

Ingredients 6 medium baking potatoes1/2 cup sour cream3 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 green onions, thinly sliced1-1/2 cups cooked chopped broccoli1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, dividedPaprika Preparation Bake potatoes at 425° for 45-60 minutes or until soft. Cut a lengthwise slice from the top of the potatoes. Scoop out pulp and place in bowl. Mash potatoes; add sour cream, butter, salt, pepper, onions, broccoli and 3/4 cup cheese. Refill potato shells; top with remaining cheese and sprinkle with paprika....

Ingredients 1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1 slice process American cheese, quartered4 frozen broccoli spears, thawed and patted dry Preparation Separate crescent dough into four triangles. Place a piece of cheese and a broccoli spear along the wide edge of each triangle; roll up dough. Place point side down on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Ingredients 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 large onion, finely chopped1/4 cup olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 large eggs1 cup crumbled feta cheeseMinced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until almost tender, 6-8 minutes. Drain. Meanwhile, in an ovenproof 12-in. skillet, cook and crumble sausage with onion over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened6 tablespoons butter-flavored shortening1-2/3 cups packed brown sugar2/3 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup buttermilk2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups quick-cooking oats2-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/4 teaspoons salt3/4 cup butterscotch chips1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a very large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1/3 cup sliced almonds1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix3 large eggs1-1/4 cups milk1/2 cup canola oil1 teaspoon orange extract1 cup chopped orange candy slicesORANGE GLAZE:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons orange juice Preparation Sprinkle almonds into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, milk, oil and extract; beat on low speed for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1-1/2 to 2 cups ice cubes2 ounces vodka2 ounces sour apple liqueur2 ounces cranberry juice1/2 ounce butterscotch schnapps liqueur Preparation Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add the vodka, apple liqueur, cranberry juice and butterscotch schnapps. Cover and shake for 10-15 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Ingredients 10 black mission figs 8 tbsp. Gorgonzola cheese 4 tbsp. top-quality balsamic vinegar 2 tsp. Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 c. mixed baby greens Extra virgin olive oil Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.Step 2Slice the figs in half. Into the fleshy center of each fig half, tuck about 1/2 tablespoon Gorgonzola. Arrange the fig halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of the vinegar, the 2 teaspoons of salt, and pepper to taste....