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Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup finely chopped celery2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup chicken stock1 cup evaporated milk4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1 cup frozen peas 2 cups chopped cooked turkey (about 10 ounces)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 slices Texas toast or other thick-sliced bread, toasted Chopped tomato and minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute onion and celery until tender, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon cold lemon-lime soda or ginger ale1 teaspoon white vinegar3 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:3 large eggs2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked and mashed1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted4 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground allspiceGINGER STREUSEL:15 gingersnap cookies6 tablespoons butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flourTOPPING:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon maple syrup...

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls8 teaspoons creamy peanut butter8 teaspoons grape jelly1/4 cup chopped unsalted peanuts2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar Preparation Unroll crescent dough; separate into triangles. Spread 1 teaspoon each of peanut butter and jelly on the wide end of each triangle; sprinkle with peanuts. Roll up from the wide end and place point side down 2 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Curve ends to form a crescent shape....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/4 cups cake flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooledFILLING:1 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugarGANACHE:4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners....

Ingredients 1 cup crushed shortbread cookies1/2 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup Key lime juice or lime juice1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts Preparation In a small bowl, mix cookie crumbs, macadamia nuts and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto bottom and up side of a greased 9-in. pie plate....

Ingredients 6 day-old croissants, split2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips8 eggs5 cups 2% milk1 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Place croissant bottoms in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and replace croissant tops. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla; pour over croissants. Let stand for 10 minutes or until croissants are softened. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar6 tablespoons maple syrup, divided2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 pound beef top sirloin steak2 tablespoons chopped pecans1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, 5 tablespoons maple syrup, mustard and thyme. Pour 2/3 cup marinade into a shallow dish; add the steak and turn to coat....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon honey1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon saltDash cayenne pepper2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first 8 ingredients; shake well. In a small bowl, combine broccoli and red pepper; add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons brown sugar1 cup slivered almonds, toasted, divided1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon honey1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, divided1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 tablespoon grated Key lime peel1/2 cup Key lime juiceDash salt1 large egg yolk1-3/4 cups miniature marshmallows4-1/2 teaspoons butter1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour, brown sugar and 1/2 cup almonds in a food processor; process until almonds are finely chopped....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/2 cup sliced quartered seeded cucumber1/2 cup sliced sweet onion2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint1/4 teaspoon salt6 whole wheat pita pocket halves, warmed6 lettuce leaves Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken for 5 minutes or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 slice bread, crumbled2 tablespoons finely shredded carrot1 tablespoon each chopped onion, celery and green pepper1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 tablespoons chili sauce or ketchup, divided1/4 pound ground beef Preparation In a bowl, combine bread, carrot, onion, celery, green pepper, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon of chili sauce. Add beef and mix well. Shape into a 3-in. x 2-1/2-in. loaf; place in an ungreased shallow baking dish. Top with remaining chili sauce....

Ingredients 1 large egg1/3 cup water3 tablespoons canola oil1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup cake flourCOATING:4 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup shortening1/2 teaspoon peppermint extractSprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg, water and oil until blended. Gradually beat in cake mix and flour. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm enough to roll. Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1 cup boiling water1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup sugar blend3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon white vinegar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractFROSTING:1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules1 tablespoon fat-free milk1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, softened1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, dissolve coffee granules in boiling water; cool slightly....

Ingredients 8 large eggs2 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried basil2 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh chives1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms6 slices French bread (1 inch thick), toasted3 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 6 slices1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, lemon pepper and basil until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/3 cup chopped onion2 pounds process cheese (Velveeta), cubed1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa1/4 teaspoon garlic powderTortilla chips or cubed French bread Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain well. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker; stir in the cheese, salsa and garlic powder. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through....

Ingredients Vegetable-oil cooking spray Crispy Cake Basic Recipe Chocolate-Marshmallow Frosting Flower- and ball-shaped cereal pieces Preparation Step 1Coat two 8-by-2-inch round cake pans with cooking spray. Prepare crisp-rice mixture; before pouring into pan, reserve 2 tablespoons for patching cake, and set aside, covered. Divide remaining crisp-rice mixture among prepared cake pans. Press into pans with greased fingers to level. Let cool until set, at least 30 minutes.Step 2Run a knife around edges of cakes to loosen; unmold onto parchment paper....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded carrots1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/4 to 1/2 cup raisins1/4 to 1/2 cup sunflower kernels1/4 cup salted peanuts1/4 cup peanut butter1/4 cup vanilla yogurt1/4 cup mayonnaise1/8 teaspoon saltLettuce leaves Preparation In a bowl, toss the carrots, pineapple, raisins, sunflower kernels and peanuts. In a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, yogurt, mayonnaise and salt; mix well. Pour over carrot mixture and stir gently to coat. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl....

Ingredients 2 cups crumbled soft coconut macaroons (about 9 cookies)1 cup ground pecans3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons orange juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/4 cup apricot preserves2 teaspoons honey4 medium peaches, peeled and sliced or 3 cups frozen sliced peaches, thawed2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 cup fresh raspberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place cookies, pecans and melted butter in a food processor; process until blended....

Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 large eggs1/2 cup sugar1 cup peanut butter chips1 cup chopped unsalted peanuts1 cup milk chocolate chips1 teaspoon shortening Preparation Press dough onto an ungreased 14-in. pizza pan. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until deep golden brown. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add eggs and sugar; beat until combined. Spread over crust....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 cup light corn syrup1 cup peanut butter6 cups crisp rice cereal2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and peanut butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; stir in cereal. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. pan; press lightly. Spread melted chocolate over top; refrigerate until set. Cut into bars.