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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar3 large eggs3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sour cream1 cup boiling waterFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 6 tablespoons milk14 to 16 each each plain blue, yellow, black or brown, green and red M&M’s Preparation In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar....

Ingredients 2 large Red Delicious apples, cubed2 large Golden Delicious apples, cubed1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons sugar, divided1/4 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples and pecans. Combine mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons sugar; add to apple mixture and mix well. Combine cranberries and remaining sugar; sprinkle over apple mixture. Top with cheese. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/2 pound uncooked fettuccine1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 garlic clove, minced3/4 cup 2% milk4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and halved1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink....

Ingredients 3 large tomatoes, chopped1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained6 ounces fully cooked Spanish chorizo links, sliced2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 envelope fajita seasoning mix1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped6 green onions, chopped3/4 cup salsa1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undilutedOptional: Cubed avocado and additional cilantro...

Ingredients 1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd1/4 cup chicken broth1/2 teaspoon soy sauce1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarch1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into stripsOil for frying Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the lemon curd, broth, soy sauce and ginger. Cook and stir until combined and heated through; keep warm. In a shallow bowl, combine buttermilk and lemon zest. In another bowl, combine flour and cornstarch....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic powder6 pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick), trimmed2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/3 cup water Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt, mustard and garlic powder; add pork chops and turn to coat. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown meat on both sides in batches. Place in a 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 lb. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. Coarse salt 4 stick softened unsalted butter 2 c. sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 9 large room-temperature eggs 2 c. semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips 6 oz. chopped semisweet chocolate 5 tbsp. coffee liqueur (preferably Kahlua) 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tbsp. light corn syrup vanilla ice cream Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Butter two 5- by 9-inch loaf pans....

Ingredients 1/4 cup minced fresh basil2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt2 large egg whites, lightly beaten1 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 medium eggplant2 large tomatoes1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 garlic clove, peeled12 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick), toasted Preparation Combine the basil, oil, oregano, pepper and salt; set aside. Place egg whites and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Cut eggplant lengthwise into six slices....

Ingredients Cooking spray 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter 1 (15-oz.) can cream of mushroom soup 2 large eggs, beaten 1 c. mayonnaise 2 c. shredded cheddar 3/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. frozen chopped broccoli, defrosted crushed RITZ Crackers Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350º and grease a casserole dish with cooking spray. In a large saucepan, melt butter....

Ingredients 1 pound pitted whole dates2/3 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup orange juice3 teaspoons vanilla extractCRUST:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking sodaDash salt1 cup cold butter, cubed3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnutsVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the dates, brown sugar and orange juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until thickened and dates are tender, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup waterFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted2 tablespoons evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon saltChocolate sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve long grain rice1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow peas Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp and Cajun seasoning in oil and butter until shrimp turn pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute later. Add peas and rice. Cook 2-3 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 2 medium fennel bulbs, quartered and thinly sliced, fronds reserved2 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed Preparation In a large skillet, saute fennel in oil until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally, 40 minutes. Stir in the thyme, vinegar, salt and pepper. Preheat oven to 400°....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips, chopped3/4 cup chopped sweet onion2-1/2 cups water2-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes2 cups sliced fresh carrots2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules3 cans (11 ounces each) gold and white corn, drained1/2 teaspoon pepper7 tablespoons all-purpose flour5 cups 2% milk3 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup cubed Velveeta Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until onion is tender. Add the water, potatoes, carrots and bouillon; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup sliced fresh strawberries2 slices red onion, separated into rings1/2 cup reduced-fat raspberry vinaigrette1/4 cup honey-roasted sliced almonds Preparation Divide spinach among four serving plates. Top with chicken, oranges, strawberries and onion. Drizzle with vinaigrette and sprinkle with almonds.

Ingredients 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli3 green onions, sliced2 tablespoons canola oil, divided3 large carrots, shredded4 cups cold cooked rice1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the chicken, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and garlic; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry broccoli and green onions in 1 tablespoon oil for 5 minutes. Add carrots; stir-fry 4 minutes longer or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 10 ounces uncooked spaghetti2 tablespoons butter3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1/3 cup chopped green onions1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon each onion powder, rubbed sage, white pepper and black pepperDash cayenne pepper1 teaspoon minced garlic1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the chicken, onions and seasonings, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup 2% milk1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese3/4 cup ranch salad dressing1 cup coarsely chopped cooked chickenTOPPING:1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente; drain and return to pot....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, separated1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)1/4 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING/FROSTING:1-1/2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant banana cream pudding mix1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting2 medium firm bananas, sliced3 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites, room temperature1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa3 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons finely crushed almonds or walnuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar and salt; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 6 minutes....