Ingredients 2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 teaspoon rum extract6 individual round sponge cakes1-1/2 cups whipped toppingFresh or frozen raspberries Preparation In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes; stir in extract. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Place sponge cakes on dessert plates; top with pudding. Garnish with whipped topping and raspberries.
Ingredients 2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 large carrot, sliced2 celery ribs, chopped3 cups water2 cups cubed fully cooked ham2 tablespoons chopped green pepper2 teaspoons finely chopped onion7 tablespoons butter, divided3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups 2% milk3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a saucepan, bring the potatoes, carrot, celery and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, about 15 minutes....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs2 medium onions, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 tablespoons chopped green pepper3 tablespoons canola oil1 garlic clove, minced3 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)1-1/4 cups cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Grease a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish and sprinkle with bread crumbs; set aside. In a large skillet, saute the onions, celery and pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....
Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar6 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon dried oregano1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 cups green olives with pimientos, halved1 cup coarsely chopped giardiniera1/2 cup coarsely chopped pickled beets1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, halved1/3 cup roasted sweet red peppers, chopped1/4 cup finely chopped celery1 tablespoon drained capers Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients....
Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained3 tablespoons sugar1 package (6 ounces) orange gelatin2 cups buttermilk1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 cup chopped nuts Preparation In a saucepan, combine pineapple and sugar; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. When mixture boils, immediately add gelatin and stir until dissolved. Cool slightly. Stir in buttermilk. Chill until partially set. Fold in whipped topping and nuts. If necessary, chill until mixture mounds slightly....
Ingredients 1/3 cup orange juice1/3 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon salt, divided3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, syrup, vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup, about 5 minutes....
Ingredients 1/2 c. creamy peanut butter 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 c. packed light-brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt c. granulated sugar 36 mini peanut butter cups Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Using an electric mixer, cream peanut butter and butter in a mixing bowl until smooth. Add brown sugar; beat until combined, scraping down bowl as needed....
Ingredients 72 pecan halves (about 1-3/4 cups)1/4 cup peanut butter2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar5 ounces milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped2 teaspoons shortening Preparation On waxed paper-lined pans, arrange pecan halves in clusters of three. In a small bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until blended; gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar. In a microwave, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. Spoon 1/4 teaspoon melted chocolate into the center of each pecan cluster....
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) mostaccioli1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced6 green onions, choppedMARINADE:1 cup sugar1 cup white vinegar1/4 cup canola oil1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook mostaccioli according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the mostaccioli, cucumber and onions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the marinade ingredients; shake well....
Ingredients 2/3 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground beef1 small onion, divided1 can (16 ounces) baked beans, undrained2 to 3 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation Combine bread crumbs, milk, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, cook meatballs and onion until meatballs are browned; drain. Add beans, ketchup, brown sugar and mustard....
Ingredients 1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef4 whole pita breads, warmedRefrigerated tzatziki sauceOptional toppings: sliced tomato, chopped red onion and shredded lettuce Preparation In a large bowl, combine onion, parsley, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 4x2-in. oblong patties. Grill patties, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 4-6 minutes on each side....
Ingredients 2 large egg whites1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup pink candy coating disks36 heart-shaped red decorating sprinkles Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 225°. Add cream of tartar to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form....
Ingredients 1 russet potato Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Butter, for serving Preparation Step 1Wash potato thoroughly and pat completely dry. Pierce 3 to 4 times with a fork. Step 2Place potato on microwave-safe plate and microwave 7 minutes, turning over halfway through cooking. If your potato isn’t fork-tender after 7 minutes, continue microwaving in 1 minute increments until fully cooked. Let rest for 2 minutes. Step 3Split potato down the middle, being careful of steam....
Ingredients 1/4 c. olive oil 1 onion 2 clove garlic 2 carrots 2 celery ribs 1 zucchini 3/4 lb. green cabbage 1 1/2 qt. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 c. drained and rinsed canned pinto beans 1/2 c. arborio rice 3/4 lb. boiling potatoes 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 bay leaf 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 2 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan...
Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon corn syrup1 tablespoon molasses1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon almond extract5 cups miniature pretzels1 cup salted peanuts Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and molasses. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45-50 seconds or until the butter is melted; stir. Microwave 15-25 seconds longer or until mixture boils. Immediately stir in the salt, baking soda and extract (mixture will foam)....
Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon pepper1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) beef broth1 cup water2 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dill weed3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch slices2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch slices1 onion, cut into eight wedges1 cup each frozen corn, green beans, lima beans and peas1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley...
Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter1 shallot, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 cup dry red wine or beef broth1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed4 ounces spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Add shallot, garlic and thyme; saute 4-5 minutes longer. Stir in the wine, salt and pepper; bring to a boil....
Ingredients 1/2 cup Miracle Whip2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon white vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustardSalad greens and vegetables of your choice Preparation In a bowl, whisk the Miracle Whip, sugar, vinegar and mustard until well blended. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with salad.
Ingredients 1 lb. Camellia red kidneys 8 c. water 1 Ham shank 1 lb. andouille or green onion sausage (optional) 1/4 c. chopped green onions 2 clove garlic 2 tbsp. chopped celery 2 tbsp. chopped parsley 1/2 lb. tasso 1 large bay leaf salt Pepper 1 stick butter Tabasco (optional) cooked white rice Preparation Step 1Rinse and sort beans. Soak beans in water for at least two to three hours, preferably overnight....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon orange extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in orange zest and extracts. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts. Shape into 3/4-in....
