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Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla2 cups sifted all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup finely chopped walnuts1/4 cup heavy whipping creamAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; add vanilla. Combine flour, salt and nuts; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Add cream; knead lightly. Shape into a roll 2-1/2 in. in diameter. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate several hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches in extra-light syrup2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup peach preserves1 tablespoon white wine or chicken broth1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter, divided2 green onions, choppedHot cooked pasta Preparation Drain peaches, reserving juice. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and reserved juice until smooth. Add preserves and wine; set aside....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons thawed apple juice concentrate1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon each onion powder, paprika, ground mustard and dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting led, combine all ingredients. Chill several hours or overnight. Shake well before serving.

Ingredients 2 eggs1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup all-purpose flour1-3/4 cups macadamia nuts, finely chopped4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon butter, meltedPINEAPPLE SALSA:1 cup cubed fresh pineapple1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions2 tablespoons sugar1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and cayenne. Place flour and macadamia nuts in separate shallow bowls....

Ingredients 2 eggs1 cup milk3/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons butter, melted4 slices egg bread or brioche, cut into cubesWhipped cream Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, syrup and butter; stir in bread cubes. Transfer to a well-greased 1-qt. pudding mold or ovenproof bowl; cover tightly. Place on a rack in a deep kettle; add 3 in. of hot water to pan. Bring to a gentle boil; cover and steam for 1 hour or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, adding water to pan as needed....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup milk2/3 cup maple syrup1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups heavy whipping creamAdditional maple syrup Preparation In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. In a small saucepan, bring milk to a gentle boil; stir in gelatin mixture until dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in syrup and salt. Cover and refrigerate for 45 minutes or until partially set....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 tablespoon butter4 tablespoons milk, divided1/2 small cucumber, peeled and diced2 tablespoons chopped sweet onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar1 teaspoon sugar Preparation Place the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil; cook for 20-25 minutes or until very tender. Drain well; mash with butter and 2 tablespoons of milk. Stir in cucumber, onion, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 egg, beaten1/4 cup frozen corn, thawed1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon dried thyme4 ounces ground beef2 ounces bulk pork sausage1 to 2 tablespoons ketchup Preparation In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add meat and mix well. Shape into a 5-in. x 3-in. loaf. Place in an ungreased shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Drizzle with ketchup. Bake 20 minutes longer or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 7 tablespoons butter, softened, divided2 cups molasses1 cup sugar3/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon baking soda Preparation Butter a 15x10x1-in. pan with 3 tablespoons butter; set aside. In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, bring the molasses, sugar and water to a boil. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 245° (firm-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Add the vanilla, baking soda and remaining butter. Cover and cook for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups water2 teaspoons canola oil16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni2-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2-3/4 cups half-and-half1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed and divided 1-1/4 pounds cheddar cheese, shredded (5 cups)3/4 pound Gruyere or Emmenthaler cheese, shredded (3 cups)1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers)Chopped fresh chives Preparation Add macaroni, water and oil to inner pot of large multi-cooker; stir. Lock pressure lid....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt2/3 cup shortening1/3 cup milk1 tablespoon white vinegar Preparation Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in shortening. Add milk and vinegar. Shape dough into a ball. Chill for 30 minutes. Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each half to fit a 9-in. pie pan.

Ingredients 15 whole cinnamon graham crackers2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3 packages (3.9 ounces each ) instant chocolate pudding mix2 tablespoons instant coffee granules1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided 2-1/2 cups 2% milk1 cup cold strong brewed coffee8 cups sweetened whipped cream3 tablespoons chocolate sprinkles Preparation Arrange half of the crackers in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish (breaking crackers to fit). In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, pudding mix, coffee granules and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon until blended....

Ingredients 2 cups sour cream3 tablespoons dried minced onion3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon seasoned saltAssorted fresh vegetables or crackers Preparation In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, minced onion, parsley flakes and seasoned salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with vegetables.

Ingredients 2 cups orange juice1-1/2 cups seasoned bread crumbs2 teaspoons seasoned salt4 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 4 ounces each)3 tablespoons olive oil Preparation Place orange juice in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and seasoned salt. Dip pork chops in orange juice, then coat with crumb mixture. In a large skillet, cook pork in oil over medium heat for 7-9 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160&#deg;....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion1/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1 envelope onion soup mix, divided1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 cup water1/2 cup sour cream4 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in milk powder, 2 tablespoons flour, half of soup mix, salt and pepper; mix well....

Ingredients 3/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons dried oregano1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons red wine vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 cups cooked small pasta shells1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound)RUB:1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons pepper1 teaspoon sugarSALAD:2/3 cup diced cucumber1/2 cup crumbled blue or feta cheese1/4 cup sliced ripe olives1/4 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drainedIceberg or romaine lettuce...

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs1/3 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon almond extract1 cup diced peeled peaches1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup chopped pecansTOPPING:2 tablespoons chopped pecans2 tablespoons brown sugar Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in water and extracts. Stir in peaches. Combine flour, baking soda, salt and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture....

Ingredients 10 whole graham crackers, broken into quarters, divided1 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 14 squares)3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup whole milk1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation Line the bottom of a greased 11x7-in. dish with half of the graham crackers; set aside. In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the crumbs, sugars, butter and milk. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds; stir....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced2 cups water1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 can (16 ounces) mild chili beans, undrained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce4 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup fat-free sour cream Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons onion soup mix1 pound ground beef1 can (15 ounces) whole potatoes, drained and quartered1-1/4 cups frozen sliced carrots1-1/4 cups frozen peas1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted1/2 teaspoon dried savory1/4 teaspoon dried thyme2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, crumbs, onion and soup mix....