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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/3 cup chopped pecans, toastedMAPLE GLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons maple syrup1/2 to 1 teaspoon maple flavoring, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided1 cup water3/4 cup canned pumpkin2 large eggs1/3 cup canola oil1 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons brown sugar1-1/3 cups vanilla or white chips1/4 cup chopped pecansFROSTING:1 cup butter-flavored shortening7-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup whole milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons maple flavoring Preparation Grease three 9-in. round baking pans; line with waxed paper. Grease the paper and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, 1/2 cup flour, water, pumpkin, eggs, oil and cinnamon; beat for 30 seconds on low speed....

Ingredients 2 large ears sweet corn, husked1 teaspoon butter, softened1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 haddock fillet (8 ounces)2 teaspoons chili powder, divided2 cups shredded lettuce2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped3 tablespoons taco sauce2 tablespoons lime juice, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest12 flour tortillas (8 inches) Preparation Spread corn with butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped8 garlic cloves, minced3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, drained2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons Italian seasoning1 tablespoon dried basil2 teaspoons dried marjoram1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperHot cooked spaghetti Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef and sausage until no longer pink, 10-12 minutes, crumbling meat; drain....

Ingredients 1 can (4 ounces) small shrimp, rinsed and drained3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided1 teaspoon Greek seasoning1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers, drained1 garlic clove, peeled1 tablespoon minced fresh parsleyBaked pita chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the shrimp, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and Greek seasoning; set aside. In a food processor, combine the cheeses, red peppers, garlic and remaining lemon juice; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder2 cups 1% cottage cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 large egg, beaten1/4 teaspoon pepper6 uncooked lasagna noodles2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided1/2 cup water Preparation In a microwave-safe dish, microwave beef on high for 3 minutes; stir. Cook 2 minutes longer or until no longer pink; drain well. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, basil and garlic powder; cover and microwave for 2 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 4 cups nacho tortilla chips, coarsely crushed1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained, warmed1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Place chips in a lightly greased 9-in. pie plate and set aside. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Spoon over chips. Top with beans, tomato sauce and cheese....

Ingredients 2 cups chicken broth1 cup uncooked converted rice2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/2 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon pepper2 bay leaves1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold water1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 large green pepper, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 3 cups water2 medium tart apples, chopped1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oatsDash salt1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup chopped almondsOptional: Maple syrup and fat-free milk Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring water to a boil. Add apples, oats and salt; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 5 large egg yolks2 small to medium tart apples, peeled, cored and halved1 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cornstarch2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup 2% milkConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Let egg yolks stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Starting 1/2 in. from 1 end, cut apple halves lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices, leaving them attached at the top so they fan out slightly....

Ingredients 1 cup orange juice1 cup water1 teaspoon ground cumin1 package (10 ounces) couscous2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil2 tablespoons minced chives1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon salt1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a large saucepan, bring orange juice, water and cumin to a boil. Stir in couscous; remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained1 can (21 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedPastel miniature marshmallows, optional Preparation Place sour cream in a large bowl. Sprinkle with gelatin and stir until blended. Fold in the oranges, pineapple and whipped topping. Sprinkle with marshmallows if desired.

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple1 package (0.8 ounces) sugar-free cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix2/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder1 cup orange juice1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1/2 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping4 teaspoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Add enough water to reserved juice to equal 3/4 cup. In a saucepan, combine the pudding mix, milk powder, orange juice and juice mixture....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, beaten1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons butter2 cups green grapes2 cups miniature marshmallows1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained2 medium firm bananas, sliced2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a double boiler over medium heat, cook and stir eggs, sugar and vinegar until mixture is thickened and reaches 160°. Remove from the heat; stir in butter....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon-raisin bread1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes8 large eggs1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 cup canned pumpkin2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup fat-free milk2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped pecansOptional: Confectioners’ sugar and warmed maple syrup Preparation Cut each slice of bread into quarters. Arrange half the bread in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons salt5-3/4 to 6-1/4 cups all-purpose flourDECORATIONS:1 large egg2 teaspoons water36 raisins (about 2 tablespoons), halved18 red candied cherries, halved Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine eggs, butter, sugar, salt, yeast mixture and 3 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper6 tablespoons butter, cubed1/4 cup olive oil1 package (12 ounces) pretzel rods Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cheese, garlic powder, oregano and cayenne; set aside. In a small saucepan, heat butter and oil until butter is melted. Coat two-thirds of each pretzel rod with butter mixture, then roll in cheese mixture. Reheat butter mixture if needed....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon garlic salt4 whole pita breads1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach1 pound shaved fully cooked ham1/2 pound thinly sliced Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Mix first four ingredients. Carefully cut each pita horizontally in half; spread 2 tablespoons mixture onto each cut surface. On 4 pita halves, layer spinach, ham and cheese. Top with remaining pita halves. Cut each sandwich into 4 wedges; secure with toothpicks....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil12 ounces ground beef12 ounces bulk Italian sausage1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce8 ounces thinly sliced deli chicken (12 slices)1/2 pound thinly sliced deli pepperoni2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat. Cook beef, sausage, onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles; drain, return to pan....

Ingredients 6 lb. sweet potatoes 6 c. apple cider 4 c. water 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter c. pure maple syrup salt Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, combine the sweet potatoes with the cider and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat until the sweet potatoes are just tender, about 35 minutes. Drain in a colander and shake dry.Step 2In the same large saucepan, bring the butter and maple syrup to a boil....