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Ingredients 4 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples1/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/4 cup chopped pecansTOPPING:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder Preparation Place the apples in an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples. Top with coconut and pecans; set aside. To make topping, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) pitted tart cherries1 cup sugar1/3 cup cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon red food coloring, optionalTOPPING:1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tablespoon butter, melted1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/4 cup sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup sliced almonds Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. cast-iron skillet or deep-dish pie plate....

Ingredients 1 head iceberg lettuce, torn1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed2 cups mayonnaise1 tablespoon sugar1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. bowl, layer half of lettuce, onion, celery, green pepper, water chestnuts and peas. Combine mayonnaise and sugar; spread half over the salad. Repeat layers....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 can (16 ounces) fat-free refried beans1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 tablespoon taco seasoningTortilla chips and assorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, combine cheeses; set aside 1 cup for topping. Add the beans, tomatoes, cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning to the remaining cheeses; stir until blended....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen brussels sprouts1 cup Italian salad dressing1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon dill weed Preparation Cook brussels sprouts according to package directions; drain. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over sprouts and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate.

Ingredients 4 cups fresh broccoli florets3 cups fresh cauliflowerets1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 celery ribs, chopped4 green onions, thinly sliced1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian salad dressing1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained Preparation In a large serving bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, celery, onions and water chestnuts. In a small bowl, whisk salad dressing and dressing mix; drizzle over vegetables and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, undrained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, undrained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained4 frozen spicy black bean veggie burgers, thawed and coarsely chopped1 large onion, finely chopped1 large sweet red or green pepper, chopped2 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce3 teaspoons dried basil3 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce2 garlic cloves, minced...

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. long-grain rice 1 small red onion 1 large tomato 1 red bell pepper 1/2 c. black olives 3 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley 1 tsp. dried thyme 3 tbsp. white-wine vinegar 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic 1 1/2 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper c. plus 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 tuna steaks Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the rice until just done, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 small onion, chopped1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon water1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup canned diced green chiles1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1 cup salsa1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided3/4 cup chopped fresh tomato1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed1/2 cup chopped green pepper3 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, combine the onion, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon and water....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar2 teaspoons baking soda3/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder1 cup canola oil1 cup brewed coffee1 cup whole milk2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extractFAVORITE ICING:5 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 4 tablespoons sprinkles, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans. Sift dry ingredients together into a large bowl....

Ingredients 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham1/2 cup finely chopped green onions2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter or margarine2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/4 cups beef broth8 slices grilled ham8 eggs, poached4 English muffins, split and toasted Preparation In a skillet, saute mushrooms, chopped ham, onions and garlic in butter until vegetables are tender. Stir in flour and cayenne pepper. Blend in broth; simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubed3 to 4 tablespoons cold brewed coffeeDECORATIONS:1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 teaspoon shorteningFILLING:1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese3/4 cup Nutella2 medium bananas, thinly sliced2 cups heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons instant banana cream pudding mix2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, mix flour, cocoa and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold coffee, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed....

Ingredients 2 to 2-1/2 pound sweet potatoes1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup raisins1/3 cup chopped nuts1/3 cup miniature marshmallows Preparation Place sweet potatoes and enough water to cover in large saucepan or Dutch oven. Cover and cook for 25-35 minutes or just until tender. Drain; cool slightly and peel. In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Stir in butter, sugar and raisins. Place in a 2-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with nuts and marshmallows....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) seasoned stuffing mix3 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons onion soup mix1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions; set aside. Place chicken in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine the soup, sour cream and soup mix; spread over the chicken....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 package (6 ounces) orange gelatin2 cups buttermilk1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a saucepan, bring pineapple to a boil. Remove from the heat; add gelatin and stir to dissolve. Add buttermilk and mix well. Cool to room temperature. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into an 11x7-in. dish. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Cut into squares.

Ingredients 1/2 cup Cranberry Orange Vinegar or raspberry vinegar1/4 cup maple syrup1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds Preparation In a blender, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and process for 1 minute. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 3 cans (12 ounces each) orange soda1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained Preparation Refrigerate unopened cans of soda, milk and pineapple until completely cold. In a large bowl, combine soda, milk and pineapple; mix until blended. Fill cylinder of ice cream maker no more than two-thirds full; freeze according to the manufacturer’s directions. (Refrigerate any remaining mixture until ready to freeze.) Transfer sherbet to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion....

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 flourCINNAMON FILLING:1 cup packed brown sugar4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 cup softened butter, dividedGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup half-and-half cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract 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 2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs2 tablespoons sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1-1/2 cups sugar1/3 cup cornstarch2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt6 cups 2% milk6 large egg yolks, beaten1 cup creamy peanut butterTOPPING:2 cups heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar6 peanut butter cups, chopped1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts2 tablespoons chocolate syrup Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Combine cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 1/2 cup seedless raspberry preserves1 tablespoon orange juice1/4 teaspoon almond extract4 slices angel food cake4 scoops mango sorbet1 cup fresh raspberries1/4 cup sliced almonds Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine preserves and orange juice. Microwave, uncovered, on high until heated through, about 30 seconds. Stir in extract. Divide cake slices among four dessert plates. Top each with sorbet, preserve mixture, raspberries and almonds.