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Ingredients 5 large eggs, separated1/2 cup cake flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sugar, divided1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarFILLING:1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup confectioners’ sugarFROSTING:1/3 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa1 tablespoon brewed coffee, cooled1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 2 c. Honey Nut Cheerios 1 pack Nature Valley granola bars (2 bars) 1/2 c. walnuts 1/2 c. dried cranberries 1/4 c. mini marshmallows 1/4 c. candy coated chocolate pieces or chocolate chips 3 c. Honey Nut Cheerios 1/2 c. crunchy peanut butter 1 1/2 c. mini marshmallows 1/3 c. chocolate chips, for the balls 1/2 c. chocolate chips, for the drizzle 2 tbsp. melted butter Preparation Step 1Add Cheerios to a medium bowl then break up granola bars into the bowl....

Ingredients 8 ounces boneless beef sirloin steak (3/4 inch thick)3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 cup each sliced fresh baby portobello, shiitake and button mushrooms2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme2 tablespoons walnut oil2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts3 cups torn mixed salad greens1 shallot, sliced2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook steak in 1 tablespoon olive oil until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 4-6 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour4 tablespoons sugar, divided2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup cold butter, cubed3/4 cup sour cream1 large egg1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, ginger, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk sour cream and egg; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in orange zest....

Ingredients 2 packages (2-3/4 ounces each) quick-cooking wild rice1/2 pound deli smoked turkey, cubed (about 1-3/4 cups)1 cup orange sections1 celery rib, chopped1/3 cup dried cherriesDRESSING:6 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Preparation Cook wild rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely. Add turkey, oranges, celery and cherries to cooled rice. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1 egg3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped peeled apple1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecansWhipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. In a small bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat egg and sugar until thick and lemon-colored. Stir in vanilla, then flour mixture. Fold in apple and walnuts....

Ingredients 1/2 c. blanched whole almonds 1 small garlic 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. packed fresh Italian parsley leaves 1/2 c. fresh mint leaves 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp. crumbled ricotta salata 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread out almonds on a baking sheet; bake 8 to 10 minutes or until fragrant and golden. Let cool....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter1/3 cup honey1 large egg2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup peanut butter chips1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, honey, egg, oil and vanilla until blended. Combine the oats, brown sugar and salt; add to the peanut butter mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 cups sour cream1/4 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 cups crumbled macaroonsAssorted fresh fruitSmall macaroon cookies Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, brown sugar and crumbled cookies. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight. Serve with fruit and macaroons.

Ingredients 3/4 cup pina colada yogurt3/4 cup Key lime yogurt1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1 tablespoon Key lime juice2 cups mandarin oranges, drained1 can (15 ounces) peach halves in light syrup, drained and sliced1 cup miniature marshmallows1 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup pitted dark sweet cherries, drained and halved1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the yogurts, whipped cream and lime juice....

Ingredients 3/4 cup vegetable oil1/3 cup soy sauce1/4 cup cider or white wine vinegar3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon ground mustard1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon garlic powder4 ostrich or beef tenderloin steaks (4 ounces each) Preparation In a resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container, combine the first 10 ingredients; mix well. Add meat to marinade and turn to coat. Seal bag or cover container; refrigerate overnight, turning meat occasionally....

Ingredients 3 pounds medium red potatoes, quartered2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup half-and-half cream or milk1 medium green pepper, chopped4 green onions, thinly sliced1 jar (2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 large onion, sliced1 celery rib, chopped2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups tomato juice4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon ketchup1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 bay leaf6 hamburger buns, split Preparation Place onion and celery in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper; mixing lightly but thoroughly; shape into 6 patties. Place over onion mixture. Combine the tomato juice, garlic, ketchup, Italian seasoning, bay leaf and remaining salt....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds lean boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes1 garlic clove, minced1 cup chopped onion1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 to 2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro2 teaspoons dried oregano2 bay leaves1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon water Preparation In a large skillet that has been coated with cooking spray, brown pork and garlic. Add onion, saute until tender. Stir in tomatoes, chilies, cilantro, oregano and bay leaves; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until pork is tender and no longer pink....

Ingredients 12 oz. hot Italian sausage, casings discarded, shaped into ½” balls 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 jalapeño, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 c. BBQ sauce 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, cubed 3/4 c. freshly shredded American cheese 3/4 c. freshly shredded cheddar 1/4 c. pickled red onions, finely chopped, plus more for topping 1/4 c....

Ingredients 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions with tops2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups chicken broth2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 4 teaspoons dried parsley flakesDash pepper1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. stir in the broth, rice, green pepper, parsley and pepper; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; pour into a greased 1-qt....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 medium onion, chopped1 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 bay leaf1 tablespoon mixed pickling spices1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon dried savory1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 beef eye round roast (3 pounds)12 to 14 sandwich rolls, splitLettuce, tomato and onion, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients; add roast. Cover and bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 10 medium potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced3 cups cubed fully cooked ham2 large onions, thinly sliced2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a greased 6-qt. slow cooker, layer half of the potatoes, ham, onions and cheese. Repeat layers. Pour soup over top. Sprinkle with paprika and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar3/4 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 cups water2/3 cup canola oil2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons vanilla extractFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons milkFood coloring9 whole graham crackers, halved18 milk chocolate M&M’sBlack shoestring licorice, cut into 36 pieces (3 inches each) Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, combine the water, oil, vinegar and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until combined....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped4 cups water4 medium potatoes, cubed5 medium carrots, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 envelope onion soup mixSalt and pepper to taste1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the water, potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, soup mix, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender....