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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamFILLING:6 ounces cream cheese2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons lemon juiceCINNAMON-NUT TOPPING:1/4 cup finely chopped pecans2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, separated1/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar blend1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided2-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided3 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-3/4 cups buttermilk1/4 cup poppy seeds1 cup sugar1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking cocoa1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons cold brewed coffee1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup cold water1/4 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate2 teaspoons butter1/2 cup biscuit/baking mixDash ground nutmeg3 tablespoons milkVanilla ice cream Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water, marmalade and orange juice concentrate. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until thickened. Stir in the butter until melted. Pour into a greased 1-qt. baking dish. In a bowl, combine biscuit mix and nutmeg; stir in milk just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 medium peach, peeled and finely chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced2 tablespoons finely chopped red onionTortilla chips Preparation Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, cumin and pepper. Gently stir in peach, jalapeno and red onion. Serve with tortilla chips.

Ingredients 1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)2/3 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder3/4 cup butter, melted2 large eggs, room temperature4-1/2 teaspoons thawed pineapple-orange juice concentrate2 teaspoons grated orange zest2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 jars (3 ounces each) macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped2/3 cup coarsely chopped shelled pistachios2/3 cup chopped dried pineapple2/3 cup chopped dried mangoes1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toastedGLAZE:1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons thawed pineapple-orange juice concentrate4 to 5 teaspoons water...

Ingredients 3/4 cup plus 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons cold butter, divided2 tablespoons buttermilk1 tablespoon canola oil1 to 2 tablespoons cold water4 medium carrots, sliced3 celery ribs, sliced1 large onion, chopped2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2/3 cup fat-free milk2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 cup frozen peas1/8 teaspoon pepper1 egg white, lightly beaten Preparation In a small bowl, combine 3/4 cup flour, baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 10 uncooked whole wheat lasagna noodles1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1 package (14 ounces) firm tofu, drained and cubed2 large eggs, lightly beaten3 cups 2% cottage cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup packed fresh parsley leaves1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook noodles according to package directions for al dente....

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips4-1/2 teaspoons canola oil40 large marshmallows20 wooden pop sticksOptional toppings: Toasted coconut, assorted sprinkles and toasted chopped nuts Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate chips with oil; stir until smooth. Thread 2 marshmallows onto each pop stick. Dip marshmallows in melted chocolate, turning to coat; allow excess to drip off. Roll in toppings as desired. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; refrigerate until set.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons orange juice4-1/2 teaspoons canola oil1 tablespoon honey1/8 teaspoon ground gingerDash paprikaLettuce leaves1 cup cubed cantaloupe or watermelon1/2 cup seedless green and red grapes Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Refrigerate. Just before serving, arrange the lettuce, melon and grapes on salad plates. Drizzle with dressing.

Ingredients 3 tablespoons Goya sazon with coriander and annatto1 teaspoon adobo seasoning1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)2 tablespoons butter, softened1 can (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer Preparation Combine the first five ingredients. Gently loosen skin from chicken breasts; rub butter and 1 tablespoon spice mixture under the skin. Rub remaining spice mixture over skin. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin1 tablespoon sugar3/4 cup boiling water1/2 cup orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed1 reduced-fat graham cracker crust (9 inches) Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin powder and sugar in water. Add orange juice and zest. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until thickened but not set. Beat on high speed for 3 minutes or until foamy and thickened....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon each ground ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt1 egg1/2 cup water1/4 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup molasses Preparation In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In another bowl, beat egg, water, oil and molasses. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 loaf white bread, thinly sliced (about 18 slices) Preparation In a small bowl, combine butter, sugar and orange zest; mix well. Spread on both sides of bread; cut in half diagonally. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes. Turn slices over; bake 7 minutes longer (watch carefully).

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta1-1/2 cups shredded fontina cheese1/2 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red peppers1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 large eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook orzo according to package directions for al dente; drain. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in cheese, peppers and olives. Divide among six greased 10-oz. ramekins or custard cups....

Ingredients 4 unpeeled medium red potatoes, quartered1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 teaspoons garlic powder1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Place potatoes in a 6-qt. pressure cooker. Sprinkle with cheese and garlic powder; add broth. Close cover securely; place pressure regulator on vent pipe. Bring cooker to full pressure over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-high; cook for 6 minutes. (Pressure regulator should maintain a slow steady rocking motion; adjust heat if needed....

Ingredients 3 large eggs 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 c. “00” flour 1 tsp. Champagne vinegar 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion kosher salt 1 stick unsalted butter snipped chives chopped parsley aged balsamic vinegar 1 c. finely diced peeled parsnips 1/4 c. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation Step 1Make the dough: In a food processor, the “00” flour, 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, and eggs, and process until crumbly....

Ingredients 2/3 cup shortening1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar2 eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups salted peanuts Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla until light and fluffy. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Fold in peanuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until browned and almost set (centers will be soft)....

Ingredients 3/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup sugar4 teaspoons cider vinegar4 cups fresh broccoli florets1 small red onion, halved and sliced1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained Preparation Whisk mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar; set aside. In a salad bowl, combine broccoli, onion, raisins and pecans. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Gently stir in oranges. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours before serving.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup canola oil2/3 cup maple syrup8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the egg, milk, oil and syrup. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in bacon. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-3/4 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup vegetable oil6 tablespoons sugar1 egg1/2 cup warm mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda6 cups all-purpose flourMelted butter, optional Preparation In a bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add milk, butter, oil, sugar, egg and mashed potatoes; mix well. Stir in the salt, baking powder, baking soda and enough flour to form a soft dough....