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Ingredients 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon half-and-half cream1 teaspoon instant coffee granules2/3 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractWhipped cream and chocolate curls Preparation In a small bowl, microwave the chocolate chips, half-and-half cream and coffee granules at 80% power for 45-60 seconds or until chips are melted; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature. In another bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken....

Ingredients 4 pounds pork baby back ribs, cut into serving-size pieces1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup maple syrup plus 1 tablespoon maple syrup1/2 cup water1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup light molasses3 tablespoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation Prepare grill for indirect medium-low heat. Grill ribs, covered, over indirect medium-low heat for 1 hour, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed1 tablespoon dried oregano2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):1 tablespoon water1/2 cup olive oil1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 3 batches (1/4 cup total)....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice1 cup water2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce4 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drainedSour cream and shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 8-10 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons olive oil3 large eggs1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce3/4 cup half-and-half cream1/2 cup whole milk1 tablespoon Dijon mustard6 green onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons minced chives1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups diced cooked potatoes1-1/2 cups cubed cooked roast beef1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup crushed saltines1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine saltines and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDash paprika2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Cut potatoes into 1/4-in. slices; arrange in a single layer on 2 greased baking sheets. In a small bowl, mix butter, onion, salt, pepper and paprika; brush over both sides of potatoes. Roast 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender and golden, turning occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese....

Ingredients 4 medium baking potatoes (about 2 pounds)3/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon onion salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon dried thyme4-1/2 cups chicken broth6 cups milk3/4 to 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Pierce potatoes with a fork; bake at 375° for 40-60 minutes until tender. Cool, peel and cube; set aside....

Ingredients 8 small red potatoes8 small white potatoes8 small blue potatoes3 tablespoons canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon pepperSAUCE:6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2/3 cup sour cream1/3 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup stone-ground mustard1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons minced fresh chives1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Toss together first 8 ingredients. Transfer to a large cast-iron skillet or shallow roasting pan. Roast until tender, 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 egg1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup sliced green onions1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 pound ground turkeyGINGER-PEACH SAUCE:1/4 cup peach preserves2 teaspoons golden raisins2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons ketchup1/2 teaspoon ground gingerHot cooked rice Preparation In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well; shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place in an 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. In a bowl, combine the preserves, raisins, soy sauce, ketchup and ginger until blended....

Ingredients Materials needed:Cornstarch6 cups sugar1-1/4 cups water6 drops red food coloring3/4-inch to 1-inch-wide silver ribbon (optional)12-inch serving platter or covered board9-inch heart shaped panPeanut butter balls:1 cup butter, softened2 cups creamy peanut butter7-1/2 cups (2 pounds) confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped Preparation Directions for Candy Dish: Dust a 9-inch heart-shaped pan with cornstarch and set aside. In a bowl, combine sugar, water and food coloring; mix with hands until the consistency of wet sand (see photo 1)....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup chopped celery6 green onions, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper2/3 cup mayonnaise7-1/2 teaspoons brown mustard1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon minced garlic Preparation In a large bowl, gently combine the chicken, pineapple, oranges, celery, onions and green pepper. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 medium apple, peeled and sliced1 tablespoon all-purpose flour2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon cold butter2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonCream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place apple slices in a small greased baking dish. In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and cinnamon; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in oats; sprinkle over apple slices. Bake until apple slices are tender, 35-40 minutes. Serve warm with cream, if desired....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt4-1/2 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Add the sugar, salt, 3 cups flour and remaining water. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)....

Ingredients 2 bacon strips, finely chopped2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons steak sauce1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt4 slices provolone cheese, halved8 kaiser rolls, split Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir mushrooms, onion and peppers in bacon drippings until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup cubed cooked chicken3/4 cup crushed nacho tortilla chips2/3 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup sour cream2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tablespoon chopped green chiles1/2 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper, optional1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the cheeses; stir half into the chicken mixture....

Ingredients 6 medium oranges, peeled, sectioned and chopped1-1/2 cups cubed peeled jicama1/4 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon lime juice2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1/2 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon saltBaked tortilla chips or scoops Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Serve with chips. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 1 cup shredded zucchini1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, divided1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup canola oil2 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup raisins1 tablespoon sugar Preparation Squeeze zucchini until dry; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, brown sugar, oil, orange juice, orange zest and vanilla....

Ingredients 2 cups water1/4 cup dried minced onion4 teaspoons butter2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules2 cups instant rice1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small saucepan, bring the water, onion, butter and bouillon to a boil. Stir in rice and parsley. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. creamy peanut butter (do not use “natural”) c. sugar 3 large ripe bananas 2 large eggs 1/2 c. chopped walnuts or chopped pecans (optional) 1/2 c. miniature chocolate chips (optional) Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Mist a 5 x 9-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.Step 2In a small bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt with a fork....