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Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup butter, softened1 package (5.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 container (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided Optional: Toasted chopped pecans and chocolate curls Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat flour, pecans and butter until blended. Press into bottom of a 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 lb. sirloin steak 1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp. Shaoxing wine or dry vermouth 2 tsp. oyster sauce 1 1/2 tsp. Sriracha sauce 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil 2 tbsp. peanut or canola oil 1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 2 clove garlic 6 scallions kosher salt Freshly ground pepper Steamed rice Toasted sesame seeds Preparation Step 1In a shallow bowl, toss the sirloin with the cornstarch and let stand for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 6 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 pinch salt 1/4 c. superfine sugar 2 tbsp. superfine sugar 1 tbsp. baking powder 3/4 c. unsalted butter 4 large eggs 1 3/4 c. milk 2 tbsp. milk granulated sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 475 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.Step 2In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, superfine sugar, and baking powder. Make a well in the center and add butter....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter4 pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 7 ounces each)3 medium red potatoes, cut into small wedges3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices, or 2 cups fresh baby carrots1 medium onion, cut into wedges1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup waterOptional: Cracked black pepper and chopped fresh parsley Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides; remove from pan, reserving drippings....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 cup sliced almonds, optional2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/2 cup vegetable oil1 bunch romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned1 small red onion, thinly sliced Preparation In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute the almonds until golden brown. Remove almonds to paper towels to drain. Combine next five ingredients. Beat in oil. Combine lettuce, orange sections, onion slices and almonds....

Ingredients 1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips4 teaspoons soy sauce2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 small sweet red pepper, cut into strips2/3 cup picante sauce1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup orange juice3 green onions with tops, cut diagonally into 1-inch piecesSliced almonds, optionalHot cooked rice Preparation Toss meat with soy sauce, ginger and orange zest; set aside for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1 cup dried cranberries1 cup orange juice2/3 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup chopped peeled Golden Delicious apple Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes or just until the cranberries start to pop. Stir in the apple. Cook 8-10 minutes longer or until thickened and all berries have popped....

Ingredients 1/4 cup slivered almonds2 orange roughy, cod or haddock fillets (6 ounces each)2 teaspoons butter2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons lemon juice2 drops hot pepper sauceDash saltDash paprika Preparation Place almonds in a small microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Place the fillets in a 9-in. microwave-safe pie plate. Dot with butter and sprinkle with almonds. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over fillets....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1/2 teaspoon blue food coloring1/2 teaspoon red food coloring1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingRed, white and blue sprinkles Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions for cupcakes. In a small bowl, combine 1-1/3 cups batter and blue food coloring. In another bowl, combine 1-1/3 cups batter and red food coloring. Leave remaining batter plain. Fill paper-lined muffin cups with 2 tablespoons red batter, 2 tablespoons plain batter and 2 tablespoons blue batter....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar4 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches or 1 pound frozen unsweetened sliced peaches1 package (3/4 ounce) fresh basil leaves2 cups cold water1-1/2 cups fresh lemon juiceAdditional cold waterIce cubesClub soda or champagneAdditional fresh basil leaves Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar, peaches, basil and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 30 minutes. Discard basil; stir in lemon juice....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar6 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour cream2 cups diced fresh or frozen peachesWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons plus 1 cup butter, divided 2/3 cup honey-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped1/2 cup miniature pretzels, coarsely chopped1 cup sugar2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons honey1 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chipsSea salt, optional Preparation Line bottom of a greased 9-in. square baking pan with foil; grease foil with 2 teaspoons butter. Sprinkle peanuts and pretzels onto foil. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, water, honey and remaining butter; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 cup unsweetened applesauce1/2 cup egg substitute3-1/3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg or allspice1 cup chopped nuts or raisins, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the sugar, pumpkin, applesauce and egg substitute; mix well. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to pumpkin mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 1/4 teaspoon sugar, divided3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt6 cups thinly sliced peeled Granny Smith apples6 tablespoons maple syrup1/4 cup heavy whipping creamDough for double-crust pie1/2 teaspoon 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. For filling, in a large bowl, combine 1 cup sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add apples; toss gently to coat. Combine maple syrup and cream; pour over apple mixture. On a lightly floured surface, roll half the dough to a 1/8-in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 small onions, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 can (15-1/2 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup chili sauce2 teaspoons chili powder or prepared horseradish1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, brown beef and onions; drain. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until thickened.

Ingredients 2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) cut green beans, drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) wax beans, drained1 jar (10 ounces) small pimiento-stuffed olives6 cups fresh broccoli florets, finely chopped (about 2 pounds)2 medium green peppers, chopped2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped1 medium red onion, chopped1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian salad dressing Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 package (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips1 teaspoon canola oil, divided1 medium onion, sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 medium green pepper, sliced1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup chunky salsa2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantroOptional: Sour cream and additional salsa Preparation Unroll dough into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray; flatten dough and build up edges slightly....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon pepper1 boneless beef round steak (1/2 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon canola oil3/4 cup thinly sliced celery1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup water1/4 cup chili sauce1 medium carrot, cut into 1/2 inch slices1 small green pepper, cut into 1-1/2 inch strips3/4 cup kidney beans, rinsed and drainedHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup water1/2 cup cider vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard3 tablespoons olive oilSALAD:2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens1 medium tart apple, chopped2/3 cup dried cranberries2/3 cup glazed walnuts2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly. Place the cranberry mixture, vinegar and mustard in a blender; cover and process until pureed....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped canned mushrooms1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef4 slices process American cheese4 hamburger buns, splitLettuce leaves, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, onion, oregano, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear....