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Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm buttermilk (110°-115°)2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:2 cups creamy peanut butter or Nutella24 Oreo cookies, crushed (about 2-2/3 cups)TOPPING:1 large egg, beaten1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milkCoarse sea salt Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm buttermilk. In a large bowl, combine eggs, butter, sugar, salt, yeast mixture and 2 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups whole milk1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup creamy peanut butter1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream3 teaspoons vanilla extract24 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped1 cup coarsely chopped salted peanutsChocolate and caramel ice cream toppingWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine milk and brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until brown sugar is dissolved. Cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and peanut butter until blended....

Ingredients 30 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (1/2 ounce each) , thawed2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices12 cherry tomatoes12 pearl onions1 cup barbecue sauceHot cooked rice Preparation On metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternate meatballs, zucchini, summer squash, tomatoes and onions. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 6 minutes, turning once. Baste with barbecue sauce. Grill 8-10 minutes longer or until meatballs are heated through and vegetables are tender, turning and basting frequently....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) linguine2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 medium onion, chopped6 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons lime juice5 drops green food coloring, optional1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed1 reduced-fat graham cracker crust (9 inches) Preparation In a large bowl, combine the milk, sour cream, lime juice and food coloring if desired. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into the crust. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup cold water2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot5 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each), cut into thin strips1 teaspoon minced garlic2 teaspoons sesame oil1/4 cup hoisin sauce3 cups coleslaw mix with carrots8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, water, soy sauce and ginger until blended; set aside. In a large skillet, saute pork and garlic in oil for 3-5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1-1/4 teaspoons ground allspice2 teaspoons ground nutmeg1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper1-1/2 teaspoons ground mace1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground turmeric1/8 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/2 teaspoon additional ground turmeric Preparation Combine all ingredients; store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1/4 cup 4 slice thick crusty bread 1 tsp. finely minced shallot 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tbsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. sherry wine vinegar 1 large bunch arugula c. black olives (preferably oil cured) 1/2 lb. fresh mozzarella at room temperature Preparation Step 1To make croutons: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium skillet until simmering. Add bread and fry, tossing until crisp and golden on all sides....

Ingredients 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1/3 cup crushed cornflakes1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons 2% milk3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Place milk in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk, then roll in pecan mixture. Place in a single layer in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, until juices run clear, 12-15 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 c. old-fashioned rolled oats 1/4 c. milk 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 4 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese 2 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 1 large egg Demerara or Turbinado sugar 1 large egg yolk 1 tbsp. milk Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the oats and milk, and let stand until the oats soften slightly, about 5 minutes.Step 2In a food processor, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt, and pulse a few times to blend....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar6 egg yolks1 egg1/3 cup cornmeal1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 unbaked deep-dish pastry shell (9 inches)TOPPING:2 cups sugar, divided2/3 cup 2% milk1/2 cup butter, cubed Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and egg. Add cornmeal and flour until well blended. Beat in milk and vanilla (do not over beat)....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided1/2 cup sugar1 whole star anise3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (about 1/2 medium)2 pounds medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges2 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved1 cup pitted green olives, halved8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced and halved1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, tarragon, mint and cilantro1 serrano pepper, thinly sliced1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1/4 teaspoon salt, optional...

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Ingredients 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 cups peeled parsnips, julienned1 cup chopped D’Anjou pears (1/2-inch cubes)1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup fresh shelled or frozen peas, thawed1/2 cup pomegranate seeds1/2 cup pine nuts1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons water Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Drop Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoonfuls at a time, 1/2 in. apart onto a lightly greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. There should be 8 circles. Bake until cheese is melted and golden brown, 12-15 minutes....

Ingredients 2 bunch asparagus 4 tbsp. butter 12 oz. cavatappi 1 log soft goat cheese 2 tbsp. fresh chives Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil for pasta. Place asparagus on a large rimmed baking sheet; dot with 1 tablespoon butter, and season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender, tossing occasionally, 10 to 15 minutes; cut into 2-inch lengths.Step 2While asparagus is roasting, generously salt boiling water....

Ingredients 4 cups thickly sliced peeled peaches (about 2-1/2 pounds)1/2 cup fresh raspberries2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces1/4 cup blanched almonds2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half cream or milk1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar2 large eggs1 tablespoon tawny red port or sherry, optional1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup whipped creamRaspberries, mint leaves to garnish Preparation Layer peaches and raspberries in a shallow greased 5-cup baking dish; dot with butter....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar3/4 cup sugarFresh fruit such as sliced fresh strawberries, fresh raspberries, mandarin oranges or cubed fresh pineapple Whipped cream and fresh mint leaves, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat the egg whites, vanilla and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup sour cream1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 cups shredded cooked roast beef1 package (16 ounces) egg roll wrappersOil for deep-fat fryingGuacamole, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine first 9 ingredients. Stir in cooked beef....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese3/4 cup refried beans1/2 cup green enchilada sauce12 egg roll wrappers4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup diced jalapeno peppersOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, mix chicken, cheese, beans and enchilada sauce. With a corner of an egg roll wrapper facing you, spoon 1/4 cup filling just below center of wrapper. (Cover remaining wrappers with a damp paper towel until ready to use....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1-3/4 cups 2% milk2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided1 cup shredded Swiss cheese3/4 cup biscuit/baking mix2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs into 36 greased mini-muffin cups. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat....