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Ingredients 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts3 tablespoons sugar1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons maple flavoring1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/8 teaspoon grated lemon zest3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenMelted chocolate, optional Preparation Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Wrap foil securely around pan. In a small bowl, mix the cracker crumbs, walnuts and sugar; stir in butter....

Ingredients 10 medium potatoes (3 pounds), peeled and cubed1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. In a large bowl, mash potatoes with remaining ingredients.

Ingredients 12 whole chicken wings (about 2-1/2 pounds)1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup cornmeal1 tablespoon ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons pepper3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperJALAPENO-CILANTRO DIP:2-1/2 cups sour cream3 cups fresh cilantro leaves6 green onions, cut into 3-inch pieces4 jalapeno peppers, seeded3 teaspoons salt Preparation Cut chicken wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip section. In a large bowl or shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne. Add the chicken wings, a few at a time....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 green onions, finely chopped1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper16 jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed and cut lengthwise into 32 strips Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Beat the first 9 ingredients until blended. Spoon or pipe cheese mixture into pepper halves....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup canned mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped1/2 cup chopped green onions1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives1/2 cup chopped ripe olives1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon curry powder2 French bread baguettes (10-1/2 ounces each), cut into 1/2-inch slicesJulienned green onions, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cut each baguette into 24 slices; place on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch cubes1 tablespoon butter1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, sliced1-3/4 cups water1/2 cup 2% milk1 package (4.4 ounces) quick-cooking noodles and Alfredo sauce mixMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook chicken in butter for 6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms and onion until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 cup cold butter, cubed2 large egg yolks, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-3/4 cups sugar1/2 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest5 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 large egg yolks, room temperatureTRIPLE BERRY SAUCE:1-1/4 cups sugar1/4 cup cornstarch2 cups cranberry juice1 teaspoon lemon juice2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries, divided1 tablespoon butter1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries or boysenberries...

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/2 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)1/3 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon4-1/2 to 5-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, meltedGLAZE:1/2 cup butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar5 teaspoons water2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add milk and shortening; stir for 1 minute. Add sugar, eggs, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon and 2 cups flour; beat on low speed until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups 2% milk1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a large saucepan; heat through.

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda3/4 cup sugar4 large orangesWater2 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup vegetable oil4-1/2 cups raisin bran cereal1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine first four ingredients. Set aside. Remove the peel from two of the oranges. Cut all the oranges into eighths and remove seeds; puree in a blender or food processor If necessary, add enough water to puree to equal 2 cups....

Ingredients 6 large eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup half-and-half cream2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest8 thick slices cinnamon bread1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Dip both sides of bread into egg mixture; let soak for 5 minutes. Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Uncover; drizzle with butter. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until browned....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups puffed peanut butter and chocolate cereal4 cups miniature pretzels1 can (12 ounces) salted peanuts1 package (12 ounces) vanilla or white chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cereal, pretzels and peanuts. In a microwave, melt chips; stir until smooth. Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat. Immediately spread onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets; let stand until set, about 20 minutes. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oilBRAVAS SAUCE:2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon all-purpose flour2 teaspoons sweet smoked paprika1 teaspoon hot smoked paprika1 cup chicken broth1 bay leafPOTATOES:1-1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeledOil for deep-fat frying3/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Place garlic on a cutting board; sprinkle with salt. Mash garlic with flat side of knife blade, forming a smooth paste....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugarDash salt1-1/3 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon4-1/2 cups fresh or frozen sliced peeled peaches (about 20 ounces), thawed and drained1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Beat butter, brown sugar and salt until blended; beat in flour until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture onto bottom of a greased 8-in....

Ingredients 35 large marshmallows1/2 cup milk1-1/2 cups frozen sliced peaches, thawed or1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed, undrained1/8 teaspoon almond extract1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 graham cracker crust (9 inches) Preparation Place marshmallows and milk in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-90 seconds. Stir until smooth; set aside. Finely chop the peaches; mash lightly with a fork or pulse in a food processor until finely chopped....

Ingredients 1 can (30 ounces) pumpkin pie filling1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk3 eggs1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)2/3 cup chopped pecans1 cup reduced-fat butter, melted1-1/4 cups fat-free whipped topping Preparation In a large bowl, combine the pie filling, milk and eggs; beat on medium speed until smooth. Pour into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with cake mix and pecans; drizzle with butter. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cold water1 package (16 ounces) frozen mango chunks2 medium ripe bananas, peeled and halved1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted1 tablespoon honey 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot Preparation Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 4 quarts water1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup sea salt1 cup maple syrup1 cup cider vinegar24 fresh sage leaves6 bay leaves2 tablespoons yellow prepared mustard2 tablespoons coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon ground cloves4 quarts ice water2 turkey-size oven roasting bags1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds) TURKEY:2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt, optional Preparation In a large stockpot, combine first 10 ingredients; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar and salt are dissolved....

Ingredients 1/3 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 each medium green , sweet red and yellow pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips2 small onions, cut into 1/2-inch strips12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream6 tablespoons salsa Preparation In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; set aside 2 tablespoons....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons canola oil2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth, undiluted4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced4 medium carrots, diced1 jar (16 ounces) whole onions, drained1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, chopped onion, salt, marjoram and thyme....