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Ingredients 2 c. self-rising flour 4 tbsp. caster (superfine) sugar 2 tsp. baking soda Finely grated rind of 1 large orange 8 tbsp. butter c. honey 1 Crunchie bar (chocolate covered honeycomb bar) 3 1/2 tbsp. softened butter 1 c. confectioners’ sugar 1 tsp. orange juice Preparation Step 1Prepare cookies: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a large mixing bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer), mix together flour, baking soda, caster sugar, and orange zest....

Ingredients SAUCE:1/4 cup rice vinegar3 tablespoons water3 tablespoons orange marmalade1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauceWRAPS:1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon orange marmalade1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water8 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves2 cups cooked brown rice1 cup shredded carrots3 green onions, thinly sliced...

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon ground cinnamonICING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 14-in. square. Spread butter over dough. In a small bowl, combine the pecans, sugar, brown sugar, orange zest and cinnamon....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. mild Italian sausages 1 carrot 1 onion 1 Rib Celery 4 cloves garlic 1 tsp. dried rosemary 6 c. drained and rinsed canned kidney beans (three 19-ounce cans) 2 3/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 bay leaf 1 tsp. salt 1/2 c. tubetti or other small macaroni 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat....

Ingredients 4 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches (about 4 large)3 cups sugar2 cups fresh blueberries2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine peaches, sugar, blueberries and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 45-55 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Ladle hot mixture into 4 hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture....

Ingredients 1 pound uncooked elbow macaroni3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded5 tablespoons butter, softened 3 large eggs1 cup half-and-half cream1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in cheese and butter until melted. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, sour cream, salt and pepper until blended. Add to macaroni mixture; stir until well blended....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups sugar2/3 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup butter, cubed1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme3 teaspoons orange extract12 drops yellow food coloring9 drops red food coloring Preparation Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil and coat with cooking spray; set aside. In a small heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, evaporated milk and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons maple syrup2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 garlic clove, minced2 salmon fillets (4 ounces each)1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup uncooked couscous Preparation Line a small baking pan with foil; coat the foil with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the syrup, soy sauce and garlic. Place fillets skin side down on prepared pan. Brush half of the syrup mixture over salmon....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds whole chicken wings2/3 cup orange marmalade1/4 cup water1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon prepared horseradish1 garlic clove, minced1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons paprika1/4 teaspoon pepperOil for deep-fat frying Preparation Cut wings into three sections; discard wing tip sections. In a small saucepan, combine the marmalade, water, lemon juice, soy sauce, horseradish and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 3/4 cup....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef4 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 medium red onion, sliced2 medium zucchini, sliced1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 teaspoon red wine vinegar1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried thymeHot cooked spaghetti, optional Preparation In a nonstick skillet, cook the beef, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. butter 3 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 2 carrots 2 ribs celery 3/4 lb. boiling potatoes (about 2) 1 zucchini 1/4 head cabbage (about 3/4 pound) 3 3/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 1/2 c. drained and rinsed canned pinto beans (one 15-ounce can) 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 lb. sole fillets 2 tbsp. pesto...

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup chopped dried figs3 tablespoons water2 tablespoons orange marmalade3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup corn syrup3 eggs6 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups deluxe mixed nutsTOPPING:1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon orange marmalade Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line pastry with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 pound beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup beef broth1/2 cup red wine or additional beef broth2 thin strips orange peel (about 3 inches x 1/4 inch each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 pound small fresh mushrooms1 cup frozen pearl onions, thawed1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed2 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water Preparation In a large saucepan, brown stew meat in 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 cups salted peanuts, plus more for topping1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows, plus more for topping Preparation Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with foil, letting ends extend over sides by 1 in. Grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine chocolate chips, milk and the remaining butter....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature4-1/2 cups self-rising flourOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, oil, sugar, egg and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). Do not knead....

Ingredients 1 cup half-and-half cream2/3 cup sugar3 large eggs, beaten1 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a heavy saucepan, combine first three ingredients. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Cool. Pour into chilled ice cube trays without dividers or a shallow pan. Freeze to a mush (do not freeze hard). Whip cream; add vanilla and salt. Fold into partially frozen mixture. Return to trays or pan and freeze....

Ingredients 3 large eggs1 tablespoon water1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 green onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon butter2 croissants, split4-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing4 slices Canadian bacon4 slices Muenster cheese1/2 cup fresh arugula4 thin slices tomato Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, water and bouillon; set aside. In a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the onion, red pepper and lemon pepper in butter until tender....

Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten2 to 3 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons diced fully cooked ham1 tablespoon diced green pepperSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a microwave-safe mug coated with cooking spray, combine all ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-40 seconds; stir. Cook 30-60 seconds longer or until eggs are completely set.

Ingredients 4 large egg whites2 large eggs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons butter, softened2 slices whole wheat bread, toasted1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Heat a small skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Whisk the egg whites, eggs and cheese; add to skillet. Cook and stir until set. Spread butter over toast; top with egg mixture. Sprinkle with rosemary and pepper. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 cartons (15 ounces each) whole-milk ricotta cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup dark chocolate chips1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon grated orange zest2 tablespoons orange liqueur, optionalPastry for double-crust pie Preparation In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, chocolate chips, sugar, orange zest and, if desired, orange liqueur. On a floured surface, roll out half the dough to fit a 9-in. pie plate; transfer to pie plate. Fill with ricotta mixture....