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Ingredients 1 teaspoon water4 drops yellow food coloring1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut2 cups semisweet chocolate chips6 tablespoons shortening, divided36 chocolate cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies36 Bugles4 cups vanilla or white chips36 pretzel sticks Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine water and food coloring; add coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint coconut; set aside. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons shortening; stir until smooth. For witches’ hats, place about 1/3 cup chocolate mixture in a resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag....

Ingredients 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2 cups 2% milk1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 package (9 ounces) ready-to-serve roasted chicken breast strips, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3 flour tortillas (8 inches), cut into 2-inch x 1/2-inch strips1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseAdditional shredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the soups, milk and broth....

Ingredients 1 cup mixed fresh berries1/2 cup sliced fresh peaches or nectarines4 teaspoons sugar, divided1/2 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons shortening3 tablespoons 2% milkWhipped cream Preparation In a small bowl, combine the berries, peaches and 2 teaspoons sugar. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Stir in milk just until moistened. Drop by lightly packed 1/3 cupfuls 2 in....

Ingredients 4 packages (3 ounces each) ramen noodles1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup spaghetti or pizza sauce1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 package (3 ounces) sliced pepperoni, cut into strips Preparation Discard seasoning packets from noodles or save for another use. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Heat oil in a 10-in. ovenproof skillet. Press noodles into skillet, evenly covering the bottom of pan. Cook until bottom of crust is lightly browned, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, dividedSalt and pepper to taste8 boneless pork loin chops (1/2-inch thick and 4 ounces each)1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cups apple juice2 pounds small red potatoes1 pound or 1 jar (16 ounces) small whole onions, drained1 pound carrots, cut into 3-inch pieces6 to 8 cups shredded cabbage Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, place 1/4 cup flour, salt and pepper; add pork chops. Seal bag; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1-1/2 cups chunky salsa1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the shrimp, green chiles, chili powder, salt, cumin and pepper....

Ingredients 9 cups Corn, Rice or Wheat Chex2 cups miniature pretzels2 cups Goldfish cheddar crackers1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix Preparation In a large bowl, combine cereal, pretzels and crackers. Drizzle with butter. Sprinkle with cheese and salad dressing mix; toss to coat. Microwave in batches on high 3 minutes, stirring every minute. Spread onto a baking sheet to cool. Store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 2 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches or frozen unsweetened sliced peaches, thawed and drained2 cups sliced peeled fresh purple plums1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon almond extract1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup quick-cooking tapioca1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon saltPastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the peaches, plums, lemon juice and extract. In another bowl, combine sugar, tapioca, lemon zest and salt. Add to fruit mixture and stir gently; let stand for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups vanilla soy milk1/4 cup silken soft tofu, drained and crumbled3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ1 tablespoon brown sugarPinch salt2 medium ripe bananas, sliced and frozen4 ice cubes Preparation In a blender, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until blended. Add bananas and ice cubes; cover and process until blended. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter2/3 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/3 cup milk1 cup peanut butter chipsFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup baking cocoa2 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup peanut butter chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream the peanut butter, butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla....

Ingredients 8 large eggs1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup grated Romano cheese, divided1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided5 tablespoons olive oil, divided3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper1 carton (8 ounces) Mascarpone cheese Preparation In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, 1/4 cup Romano cheese and 1 teaspoon salt. In a 10-in. skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken10 cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/4 cup chopped sweet onion1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water and drain well. In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, tomatoes, cheese, olives and onion....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) frozen pepper strips1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 can (11 ounces) condensed beefy mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted2/3 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano4 cups reserved mixture from Cajun Beef and Beans1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend2 green onions, thinly sliced Preparation In a large skillet, combine the first seven ingredients....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 medium onion, sliced1 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 cup sour cream Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the mushrooms, onion and parsley in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool slightly. Transfer to a blender; cover and process until pureed....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup sour cream1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt4 large ripe pears, peeled and chopped (about 4 cups)TOPPING:3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons chopped pecans1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 cup cold butter Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups beer1/4 cup melted butter, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. Add beer and 3 tablespoons melted butter; stir just until moistened. Transfer to a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Drizzle with remaining butter. Bake 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup nonfat Parmesan cheese topping4 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise1/4 cup egg substitute Preparation In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs and cheese topping. Dip zucchini in egg substitute, then in crumb mixture. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and tender.

Ingredients 2 lb. broccoli 3 clove garlic 2 tbsp. olive oil Coarse salt ground pepper 8 oz. penne pasta 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 8 oz. jarred roasted red peppers 1/4 c. pitted kalamata olives 1/2 c. walnuts Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Trim 1 inch from stems of broccoli. Peel outer layer of stems; cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices. Separate florets into bite-size pieces. On one large or two small rimmed baking sheets, toss broccoli, garlic, and 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta1 small red onion, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil4 large garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, basil, oregano, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/3 cup vanilla or white chips2 tablespoons 2% milk3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped2/3 cup fresh raspberries2 tablespoons sugar2 cups sliced fresh or frozen peaches, thawed, diced1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a microwave, melt 1/3 cup vanilla chips with milk; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth....