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Ingredients 1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup hot water1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup buttermilkFILLING:3 tablespoons all-purpose flourDash salt1 cup 2% milk3/4 cup shortening1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine cocoa and water. Cool for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon grated orange zestSCONES:2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup sugar2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup cold butter1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries3/4 cup buttermilk Preparation In a bowl, cream butter. Stir in cranberries, confectioners; sugar and orange zest; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Meanwhile, combine the dry ingredients in a bowl....

Ingredients 1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons ketchup4-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 beef flank steak (1 pound)1 medium orange, sliced Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add the beef; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Broil steak 4-6 in. from the heat or grill, covered, over medium-hot heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening4 to 5 tablespoons ice water Preparation In a large bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. or 10-in. pie plate....

Ingredients 3/4 cup lemon-lime soda1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 cup canola oil, divided2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or turkey breast tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes3 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium red onions, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine soda, soy sauce and 1/4 cup oil. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 can (16 ounces) fat-free refried beans1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce2 cups frozen corn1 large red onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeno slices1 tablespoon lime juice1 teaspoon ground cuminDash crushed red pepper flakes1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)Sour cream Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup cake flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butterFROSTING:3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons half-and-half cream1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and vanilla on high until thick and lemon-colored, about 4 minutes. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to egg mixture....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh or frozen corn2 jars (4 ounces each) sliced pimientos, drained1/3 cup sliced green onions1 small green pepper, diced2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all the ingredients. Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk, room temperature4 cups shredded Muenster cheese1 large egg white, beaten Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in milk. Add the butter, sugar, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1 lb. rigatoni 1 lb. bacon 3 clove garlic 13 tbsp. olive oil 1 large onion 2 tbsp. fresh oregano 2 tbsp. fresh thyme 1 tbsp. fennel seeds Grated Asiago cheese (optional) salt Pepper 1 qt. non-fat or low-fat plain yogurt sumac Preparation Step 1Pregame preparation: Cook the rigatoni al dente and refrigerate in a 1-gallon ziplock bag. In a pan over medium-low heat, cook bacon together with sliced garlic and a generous amount of black pepper....

Ingredients 5 cups chicken broth4 cups uncooked spiral pasta or egg noodles4 cups frozen broccoli florets1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil; add pasta and broccoli. Cook, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes or until tender; drain. In a large skillet, saute the pasta, broccoli, 1/4 cup cheese, salt and garlic powder in butter and oil; toss to coat....

Ingredients 8 oz. cream cheese 2 c. grated Cheddar cheese 1/2 c. diced pimiento 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/2 lemon kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1 c. pecans Fresh flat-leaf parsley sprigs Crackers 4 stalk celery 1 hothouse cucumber 3 carrots 2 c. halved radishes 1 head fennel Preparation Step 1Use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese in a medium bowl until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds red potatoes, quartered2 cups fresh baby carrots1 package (10 ounces) frozen pearl onions1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)1/2 cup water1 tablespoon marinade for chicken1/8 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the potatoes, carrots and onions. Add beef; discard spice packet from corned beef or save for another use. Combine the water, marinade for chicken and pepper; pour over meat....

Ingredients 1 cup instant brown rice1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges1/4 cup chopped cashews1/4 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup chopped bok choy1/4 cup minced chives Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain oranges, reserving 1/2 cup oranges and 2 tablespoons juice (save remainder for another use). In a small bowl, combine the cashews, broth, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce and reserved juice; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound pork tenderloin, sliced1 tablespoon butter, softened1/4 teaspoon dried thymeDash cayenne pepper1 cup orange juice, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons sugar Preparation Place pork slices in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine butter, thyme and cayenne; spread over pork. Pour 3/4 cup orange juice over meat. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, basting occasionally. Remove pork and keep warm....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons orange juice1/2 cup chopped pecansDOUGH:3-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix2 tablespoons sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1 cup warm water2 tablespoons butter, meltedGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup orange marmalade, warmed Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, orange marmalade and orange juice until blended; stir in pecans. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine baking mix, sugar and yeast. Stir in warm water to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth1 cup quick-cooking grits1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided Freshly ground pepper2 tablespoons butter1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined2 garlic cloves, minced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 13x9-in. or 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine broth and grits. Bake, uncovered, until liquid is absorbed and grits are tender, 30-35 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated peanut butter cookie dough3-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows3/4 cup milk chocolate chips2 teaspoons shortening1-1/2 cups milk chocolate M&M’s Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Let dough stand at room temperature 5-10 minutes to soften. With floured hands, press dough into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned and edges are firm. Sprinkle with marshmallows; bake 2-3 minutes longer or until marshmallows are puffy....

Ingredients 1 c. apricot jam 1 medium garlic 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes 1/2 c. chicken broth 3 tbsp. peanut butter 1 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro kosher salt 1 tbsp. Chopped peanuts 3 to 4 cups peanut oil 24 chicken wings Preparation Step 1To make dipping sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, bring apricot jam to a low simmer, 3 to 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese1/4 cup milk1/4 cup butter1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons Dijon mustard4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons chopped onion1 dill pickle, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Prepare macaroni and cheese with milk and butter according to package directions. Place in a large bowl; cool for 15 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise and mustard. Fold in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate until serving....