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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup cold water1/3 cup vegetable oil1 tablespoon vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extractCHOCOLATE SAUCE:1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 cup boiling waterDash salt1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in water, oil, vinegar and vanilla until well blended. Pour into an ungreased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup evaporated milk2 tablespoons light corn syrup1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, milk and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil and sugar is dissolved; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate chips, vanilla and coffee granules with a wooden spoon....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 large egg2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash salt1 cup shredded carrots1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup raisins or dried currants, optionalFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon milkChopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add soup and egg; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) lime gelatin1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1-1/2 cups boiling water3/4 cup cold water3 tablespoons vinegar1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped tomato1 cup thinly shredded lettuce3/4 cup thinly sliced radishes1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper4 teaspoons grated onionDash pepper Preparation In a bowl, dissolve gelatin and salt if desired in boiling water. Add the cold water and vinegar. Chill until partially set. Fold in remaining ingredients. Pour into a 4-cup mold that has been lightly coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 3 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes (prepared without milk or butter)1 cup sugar3 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cold butter Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat the sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, butter, salt and vanilla until smooth. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans and flour; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice4 cups 2% milk, divided1/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a large saucepan, bring rice and 2 cups milk to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in butter. Cool slightly In a large bowl, beat the sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt and remaining milk; stir into the rice mixture....

Ingredients 3 Cara Cara or navel oranges 1 c. sugar 1 c. water 1 c. freshly squeezed orange juice 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick 3 cloves 1 bay leaf 1 star anise pod 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. unsalted almonds 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom salt Freshly ground pepper 6 slice brioche 1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese fresh chopped thyme Preparation Step 1Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/8 teaspoons active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup biscuit/baking mix1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1-1/2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 to 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup pizza sauce1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the baking mix, Parmesan cheese, sugar, 1-1/2 teaspoons oil, Italian seasoning and 1/2 cup flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked medium pasta shells1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained1 large navel orange, peeled, sectioned and halved1 cup halved red grapes1 cup halved green grapes1 medium apple, chopped1 large firm banana, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 cup plain yogurt1/4 cup orange juice concentrate Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the fruit. Combine yogurt and orange juice concentrate; pour over salad and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter1 slice crusty white bread1/4 medium apple, thinly sliced1 tablespoon golden raisinsGround cinnamon Preparation Spread peanut butter over bread. Top with apple and raisins; sprinkle with cinnamon.

Ingredients 3/4 cup peanut butter4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)Salted chopped peanutsOptional: Chocolate syrup, peanut butter ice cream topping and additional whipped topping Preparation In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping; pour into prepared crust. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Before serving, sprinkle with peanuts....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 c. broccoli florets 1 tsp. ground coriander 1/2 tsp. fennel seeds 2 1/2 tsp. steak seasoning, divided 6 oz. Spam, diced 1 tsp. five-spice powder 24 oz. small shells 3/4 c. peanut butter 1 tbsp. gochujang 2 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce 1 tsp. rice wine vinegar 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil Reserved pasta water Sunny-side up eggs Preparation Step 1Make the broccoli: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups water1/2 cup sugarSugar substitute equivalent to 1/3 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 tablespoon butter2 to 4 drops red food coloring, optionalDUMPLINGS:1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter2 tablespoons canola oil1/3 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons sugar, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg6 small tart apples, peeled and cored3/4 cup fat-free half-and-half Preparation For syrup, in a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar, sugar substitute, cinnamon and nutmeg to a boil, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 pound dried navy beans4 quarts water, divided6 slices bacon, cut up or 1 cup cooked ham cubes1 medium onion, chopped1 cup maple syrup or maple-flavored syrup1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup barbecue sauce5 teaspoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Sort and rinse beans; place in a 4-qt. Dutch oven. Cover with 2 qts. cold water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups large pimiento-stuffed olives, drained1 cup pitted kalamata olives, drained1 cup pitted medium ripe olives, drained1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 teaspoons grated lemon zest4 garlic cloves, sliveredPepper to taste Preparation Place olives in a bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over olives and stir. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 days before serving, stirring several times each day....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 pound each sliced fresh shiitake, baby portobello and button mushrooms1 tablespoon sherry, optional5 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups half-and-half cream3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese2 pounds red potatoes, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. If desired, stir in sherry and cook until evaporated, 1-2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 4 cups vanilla almond milk1 cup steel-cut oats1 cup dried cherries1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonAdditional almond milk, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until oats are tender, 7-8 hours. Stir before serving. If desired, serve with additional milk.

Ingredients 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 lb. mushrooms 4 scallions 3 cloves garlic 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 lb. monkfish fillets 1/4 c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. In an ovenproof pot, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook until starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Add the scallion bulbs, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) frozen nonalcoholic margarita mix, thawed3 tablespoons lime juice3 garlic cloves, minced4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine margarita mix, lime juice and garlic. Pour 1 cup marinade into a shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate, 2-4 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed2 cups uncooked long grain rice1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms8 green onions, chopped2 teaspoons dried oregano2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth, undiluted1-1/2 cups water Preparation In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir until lightly browned, 5-6 minutes. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add mushrooms, green onions and oregano. Stir in broth and water. Cook, covered, on low until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 3-4 hours....