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Ingredients 1 cup raisins1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar4 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1 jar (12 ounces) or 1 cup blackberry jam2/3 cup buttermilk1 cup chopped pecansCARAMEL ICING:1 cup butter, cubed2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup 2% milk3-1/2 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a small bowl, combine raisins and pineapple; let stand for at least 30 minutes....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon pepperFew dashes hot pepper sauce3-1/2 cups whole milk5 cups shredded cheddar cheese, dividedOptional: Crumbled cooked bacon and coarsely ground pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni in boiling water until almost tender; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, mustard, pepper and pepper sauce until smooth....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh thin french-style green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces 1/2 cup water2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup pine nuts or sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients except pine nuts. Cook, covered, on low until beans are tender, 5-6 hours. Remove with a slotted spoon. Top with pine nuts.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small saucepan, cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to coat.

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar5 teaspoons cornstarch1-1/2 cups cold water1 package (3 ounces) peach, apricot or orange gelatin1-1/2 cups frozen unsweetened peach slices, thawed3 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk1-1/2 cups whipped topping1 graham cracker crust (10 inches) Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; whisk in gelatin until dissolved....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried pinto or red beans1 large onion, quartered3 garlic cloves1/2 teaspoon ground cumin3 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce Preparation Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain beans; discard liquid. Return beans to pan; add water to cover. Add onion and garlic; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk spicy Italian sausage1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 jar (26 ounces) marinara sauce2 large eggs, lightly beaten3 cups ricotta cheese3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper18 uncooked manicotti shells1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 1 medium cantaloupe, cut into chunks1 medium honeydew, cut into chunks3 cups fresh pineapple chunks1 cup halved strawberriesBANANA DRESSING:1 medium ripe banana, cut into chunks1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the melon, pineapple and strawberries; set aside. Place the dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Serve with fruit salad.

Ingredients 1 large egg, separated4 to 6 tablespoons cold water, divided 2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:3 tablespoons butter2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes4 medium carrots, thinly sliced2 celery ribs, finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped onion3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1-1/2 cups fresh peas or frozen peas1/2 to 1 teaspoon celery seed...

Ingredients 1/2 cup 2% milk3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sugarTOPPING:1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons 2% milk1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Scald milk by bringing it almost to a boil; set aside to cool. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs until thick and lemon-colored; stir in vanilla....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 large eggs, room temperature, divided use1 package (10 ounces) Andes creme de menthe baking chips, divided8 ounces cream cheese, softened1-2/3 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cake mix, butter, extracts and 2 eggs until blended. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup baking chips....

Ingredients 5 c. water 1/4 c. white or red miso salt 1 c. frozen shelled edamame 4 oz. baby spinach 3/4 lb. medium shrimp 7 oz. firm tofu 1 scallion Steamed short-grain rice and toasted sesame seeds Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, whisk 1 cup of the water into the miso. In a medium saucepan, bring the remaining 4 cups of water to a boil with a pinch of salt....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced into rings1 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef6 hoagie buns, split Preparation In a large skillet, bring the broth, garlic, oregano and pepper to a boil. Add green pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, about 5 minutes or until green pepper is tender. Remove green pepper with a slotted spoon; keep warm....

Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn1/3 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped celery3 tablespoons chopped green pepper3 tablespoons diced pimientos, drained1 small garlic clove, minced, optional 1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon mustard seed1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon ground ginger1 cup white vinegar, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric Preparation Drain corn, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid. In a small saucepan, combine onion, celery, green pepper, pimientos and, if desired, garlic....

Ingredients 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats3/4 cup boiling water1/4 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1large egg, room temperature2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Place oats in a small bowl; add boiling water. Let stand for 20 minutes. In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add oat mixture and egg; mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture and beat until combined....

Ingredients 1 corned beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds)1/2 pound sliced bacon6 medium carrots1 to 2 medium turnips, quartered6 medium potatoes, peeled and halved2 medium onions, quartered1 small head cabbage, cut into quarters Preparation Place brisket and enclosed seasoning packet in Dutch oven with enough water to cover. Simmer, covered, about 1 hour. Add bacon; simmer 1 to 1-1/2 hours longer or until beef is tender. Remove brisket from Dutch oven and keep warm....

Ingredients 3 bay leaves broken into pieces3 teaspoons dried minced onion2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried marjoram1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender; cover and process until finely ground. Transfer to a salt shaker; use in place of salt.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter1/4 cup baking cocoa2 large eggs1 cup sugar3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup chopped pecans2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate1 tablespoon grated orange zest1/8 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate1 tablespoon grated orange zest, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in cocoa until smooth. In a large bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Without stirring, add the sugar, flour, pecans, orange juice concentrate, zest and salt....

Ingredients 2-1/3 cups water1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin4-1/2 cups sugar Preparation Rinse six 1-cup plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. In a Dutch oven or large stockpot, combine water, orange juice concentrate and pectin. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a full rolling boil. Add sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly....

Ingredients c. sliced almonds 3 tbsp. sliced almonds 1 1/2 tsp. sugar 3/4 c. plain breadcrumbs 1/4 c. milk 1/2 lb. ground beef chuck 1/2 lb. ground pork 1 large egg 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan cheese c. finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tbsp. dried currants 2 tsp. salt tsp. ground allspice 3 tbsp. olive oil Preparation Step 1In a food processor, pulse 1/3 cup almonds with sugar until finely ground....