Ingredients 3/4 cup mango nectar or fresh mango puree, chilled1 bottle (750 ml) champagne or other sparkling wine, chilled Preparation Add 2 tablespoons mango nectar to each of 6 champagne flutes. Top with champagne; gently stir to combine.
Ingredients 1-1/3 cups heavy whipping cream3 large egg yolks1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon maple flavoringTOPPING:1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar Preparation In a small saucepan, heat cream until bubbles form around sides of pan. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks, brown sugar and cinnamon. Remove cream from the heat; stir a small amount of hot cream into egg mixture. Return all to the pan, stirring constantly....
Ingredients 2 large eggs1 large egg white1/3 cup maple syrup1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup oat flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup dark chocolate chips or white baking chips Preparation In a small bowl, beat eggs, egg white, syrup, sugar and vanilla until blended. Combine flours and baking soda; gradually add to egg mixture and mix well (dough will be sticky). Stir in walnuts and cranberries....
Ingredients 1 beef flank steak (2 pounds)1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons brown sugar2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Score surface of the steak, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. In a shallow dish, combine the remaining ingredients; add steak and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained2 cups crumbled cooked meat loaf (3 slices)6 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmedShredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and salsa, optional Preparation Melt butter in a skillet; add half of the beans and mash with a fork. Stir in meat loaf and remaining beans; heat through. Spoon about 1/2 cup meat loaf mixture onto each tortilla. Top with cheese if desired....
Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1 cup frozen corn3 medium carrots, thinly sliced1/2 cup each chopped green, sweet red and yellow pepper1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the corn, carrots, peppers and onion in oil for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender....
Ingredients 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken2/3 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened4 teaspoons chopped sweet red pepper2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 sheets refrigerated pie crust Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. On a lightly floured surface, roll each pie crust into a 15-inch circle. Cut with a floured 3-in. round biscuit cutter....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 cup molasses1/2 cup cold water5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground gingerFROSTING:4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 to 4 tablespoons boiling waterM&M’s minis and red shoestring licorice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1/2 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup cornmeal1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons assorted seeds, such as sesame seeds, flaxseed, sunflower kernels and poppy seeds, divided1-3/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast3 cups bread flour, divided2-1/4 cups cool water (55° to 65°)2 tablespoons molassesAdditional cornmeal Preparation In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cornmeal, 1/3 cup seeds, salt, yeast and 2-1/2 cups bread flour. Stir in water and molasses until blended; dough will be wet and sticky....
Ingredients 2/3 cup uncooked wild rice2 cans (14 ounces each) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1 medium apple, peeled and chopped3/4 cup chopped celery3/4 cup shredded carrot (about 1 large carrot)1/2 cup finely chopped red onionDRESSING:1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup cider vinegar3 tablespoons canola oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Cook wild rice according to package directions....
Ingredients 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries1-1/4 cups whole wheat flour1-1/4 cups quick-cooking oats2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt2/3 cup cold butter2 tablespoons sugar1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Drain strawberries on paper towels; set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1-1/2 cups for topping. Pat remaining crumb mixture into a greased 9-in....
Ingredients 1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups fat-free milk1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Combine the eggs, milk, oil and lemon juice; add to dry ingredients and stir just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top of pancakes....
Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges3/4 to 1 cup orange juice1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix3/4 teaspoon orange extract3 drops yellow food coloring, optional3 drops red food coloring, optional5 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold waterBlueberries, sliced peaches, strawberries and kiwifruit Preparation Drain oranges, reserving juice in a 2-cup measuring cup; add enough orange juice to measure 1-3/4 cups. Set aside. Finely chop oranges; drain well and set aside....
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese2 tubes (7-1/2 ounces each) small refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (10 count)1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup chopped pecans4 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cut cream cheese into 20 pieces. Using a small knife, cut a horizontal pocket into the side of each biscuit; fill each with a piece of cream cheese. Pinch opening to seal. In a shallow bowl, mix brown sugar, pecans and orange zest....
Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 cup uncooked orzo pasta1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Add the broth, orzo, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-14 minutes or until pasta is tender....
Ingredients 8 frozen large cheese ravioli2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing1 tablespoon seasoned bread crumbs1/2 cup marinara sauce, warmed Preparation Cook ravioli according to package directions; drain. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Brush tops with salad dressing; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with marinara sauce.
Ingredients 1 pound parsnips, peeled and sliced1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom with roasted garlic soup, undiluted2/3 cup 2% milk1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Arrange the parsnips, potatoes and ham in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine the soup, milk, 1/4 cup cheese, thyme and pepper; pour over parsnip mixture....
Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 large eggs, room temperature2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups 2% milkFROSTING:1 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons heavy whipping creamAssorted fresh berries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking dish. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add vanilla and eggs, 1 at at time, beating well....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar5 large eggs, room temperature3 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 cup 2% milkFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....
Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (8-inch square pan size)1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/3 cup creamy peanut butter3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened1 large egg1/4 cup sugarConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare brownie batter according to package directions; stir in chocolate chips. For filling, in a small bowl, beat peanut butter, cream cheese, egg and sugar until smooth. Fill paper-lined muffin cups one-third full with batter. Drop filling by teaspoonfuls into the center of each cupcake....
