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Ingredients 10 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (about 1 cup)3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 cup white baking chips, melted and cooled6 tablespoons creme de menthe1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons creme de cacao1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten10 Oreo cookies, coarsely crushed (about 1 cup)GANACHE:3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 5 medium fresh beets (about 2 pounds)2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or rice vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, quartered2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint, divided Preparation Scrub beets; trim tops to 1 in. Place in a single layer in a large microwave-safe dish. Drizzle with water. Microwave, covered, on high until easily pierced with a fork, turning once, 14-15 minutes; let stand 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup yellow cornmeal2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1 cup 2% milk3 tablespoons canola oil6 hot dogs, each cut into 4 pieces Optional: Ketchup or honey mustard Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Whisk together the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together egg, milk and oil. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fill 12 greased muffin cups three-fourths full with batter....

Ingredients 1 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 beef tenderloin roast (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undilutedSAUCE:1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup butter, cubed2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds4 green onions, chopped Preparation If desired, tie tenderloin with bakers twine. In a shallow dish, combine soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce; add the beef and turn to coat....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs4 teaspoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, meltedSliced fresh strawberries, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and lemon zest until fluffy. Fold in whipped cream. Divide among 12 dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper1/4 cup chicken broth3 tablespoons orange marmalade1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce1-1/2 teaspoons honey1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon garlic powder2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the broth, marmalade, oil, vinegar, chipotle pepper, honey, chili powder and garlic powder; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped1 green onion, chopped, divided1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated seamless crescent dough sheet Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and half of the green onion; cook and stir until mushrooms are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add cream and cheese; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until liquids are evaporated....

Ingredients 4 cups torn romaine2 cups grape tomatoes, halved2 cups onion and garlic salad croutons2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 small garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup olive oil1 block (4 ounces) Parmesan cheese Preparation In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes and croutons. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 40 wafers)3/4 cup finely chopped almonds1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:2 cups sour cream1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 cup toasted sliced almonds Preparation In a bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, almonds and sugar; stir in the butter and mix well. Press into the bottom of a greased 10-in....

Ingredients 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup shredded carrot1 small garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons beaten egg2 tablespoons ketchup2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 pound lean ground beef1-1/2 cups uncooked egg noodles4-1/2 teaspoons butter2 tablespoons beef-flavored Ready Gravy Mix3/4 cup cold water1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarFood coloring, optional3/4 cup sugarWhite pearl or coarse sugar, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line baking sheets with parchment. Preheat oven to 200°. Add vanilla, cream of tartar and if desired food coloring to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form....

Ingredients 3 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1 cup water1/2 cup sugar1 package (3 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mixVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the rhubarb, water and sugar. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6-8 minutes or until rhubarb is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in pudding mix until blended; cook for 30-90 seconds or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Serve over ice cream if desired.

Ingredients 2 cups finely chopped toasted pecans1 quart vanilla ice cream or flavor of your choice2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon instant coffee granules Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; place in freezer to keep cold. Place pecans in a shallow bowl. Working quickly, scoop ice cream with a melon baller to make 3/4-in. balls; immediately roll in pecans. Place on prepared pan; freeze at least 1 hour or until firm....

Ingredients 24 medium fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped onion1/3 cup finely shredded carrot1 teaspoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground coriander3/4 cup vegetable broth2 tablespoons dried currants1/2 cup uncooked couscous2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced fresh mint Preparation Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop stems; set caps aside. In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, carrot and chopped stems in oil until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/2 cups boiling water1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup honey1 cup quick-cooking oats2 eggs1 tablespoon salt6 to 7 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; set aside. In another bowl, stir boiling water and shortening until shortening is melted. Add honey; cool to 110°-115°. Add the oats, eggs, salt, shortening mixture and 3 cups flour to yeast mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/4 cup canola oil2 eggs2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil until blended. Beat in eggs, chocolate and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 2 hours. With sugared hands, shape dough into 1-in....

Ingredients 8 bacon strips, chopped2 pounds ground beef1/2 large red onion, chopped 12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta4 cups chicken broth2 cans (15 ounces each) crushed tomatoes1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water1/4 cup ketchup3 tablespoons prepared mustard2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1/3 cup chopped dill pickleOptional: Chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced pickles and sliced red onion Preparation In a 6-quart stockpot, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, separated, room temperature1/4 cup baking cocoa2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar, sifted, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarFILLING:1 container (15 ounces) ricotta cheese3 tablespoons mascarpone cheese1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon Kahlua (coffee liqueur)1 tablespoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Place egg whites in a bowl. Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottom of a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with parchment; grease paper....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/2 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups whole milk1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute ham and mushrooms in butter. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually add milk....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, room temperature1 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1/3 cup canola oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt6 peanut butter cups, chopped Preparation In a mixing bowl, add eggs, canola oil and brown sugar and mix together at medium speed until smooth. Add the peanut butter, flour, baking powder, and salt and mix on low speed until combined. Remove from mixer and stir by hand, scraping sides of bowl....