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Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup quick-cooking oats3/4 cup packed brown sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltDash ground cinnamon1 egg1/4 cup peanut butter1-1/4 cups milk1/2 cup chopped peanutsWhipped topping and additional peanuts, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. In another bowl, beat the egg, peanut butter and milk until smooth. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in peanuts...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 eggs3 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon salt3 to 4 cups Royal IcingAssorted paste food coloringShamrock and gold sprinkles, optional Edible Marker, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless pork, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon paprika2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup sliced onion1 garlic clove, minced3 cups water1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce2 chicken bouillon cubes2 bay leaves6 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1 package (10 ounces) pearl onions, peeled3 cups frozen cut green beans3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup cold water Preparation Toss pork with the salt, sugar, pepper and paprika....

Ingredients 4 medium ripe mangoes, peeled and chopped1 fresh ripe pineapple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons lime juiceSALSA:1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds1 tablespoon minced fresh mint Preparation Combine mangoes, pineapple and lime juice in a blender. Cover and process until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a large bowl. Pour into 1-3/4-in. silicone ice cube trays. Freeze until firm, 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (7 to 9 pounds)1 cup maple syrup1/3 cup finely chopped pecans1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon ground allspice Preparation Trim off the skin of the ham and about 1/4 in. of fat. Score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/4 in. deep. Place the ham, fat side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 hours....

Ingredients Perfect Neopolitan Pizza Dough 1/2 c. Perfect Pizza Sauce 1/4 lb. fresh mozzarella cheese 10 leaves fresh basil extra-virgin olive oil Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation Step 1Set a pizza stone on a rack in the top third of oven. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F for at least 45 minutes. Meanwhile, remove dough ball from refrigerator and let stand for 20 minutes.Step 2Working on a floured surface and using your fingers, press and stretch dough ball out to a 10-inch round, working from center toward edge; avoid pressing on outermost edge....

Ingredients 1/2 cup orange juice3 tablespoons soy sauce3 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce; add the roast. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Pour the marinade into a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Add roast to the pan....

Ingredients 2/3 cup cider vinegar2/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 pound fresh petite carrots1 can (14 ounces) water-packed quartered artichoke hearts, drained1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved4 celery ribs, sliced diagonally1 cup (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first 7 ingredients; bring to a boil. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large nonreactive bowl, combine remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. packed light-brown sugar 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 large egg 1/4 c. light unsulfured molasses Creamy molasses filling Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.Step 2In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, beat sugar and butter until combined....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/2 cup canola oil2 large eggs1 cup mashed sweet potatoes1/4 cup white wine or orange juice1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped1 cup dried cranberries1 cup shredded carrots1/2 cup golden raisins Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef rump roast or bottom round roast (2 pounds), halved1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds), halved1 beef sirloin tip roast (1 pound)2 tablespoons canola oil2 cups water1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced2 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix1 envelope zesty Italian salad dressing mix1 envelope (0.87 ounce) brown gravy mix1 to 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon Italian seasoning2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce16 hoagie buns, splitOptional: Sliced provolone cheese and giardiniera...

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons salt4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour8 cups water1/3 cup baking soda1 large egg yolk1 tablespoon cold waterOptional: Coarse salt and warm cheese sauce Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, butter, salt and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups sour cream1 cup blue cheese salad dressing1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce2-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken2 cups shredded provolone cheeseBaby carrots, celery ribs and crackers Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, salad dressing and buffalo wing sauce until blended. Stir in chicken and provolone cheese. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly....

Ingredients 2 clove garlic kosher salt 1 tbsp. minced rosemary 1 1/2 tsp. paprika 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 flank steak Freshly ground pepper 4 slice whole-grain bread 2 tsp. mayonnaise 2 tsp. Dijon mustard 8 slice Flash-Pickled Green Tomatoes 1 c. packed baby arugula Preparation Step 1On a work surface, sprinkle the minced garlic with salt and, using the flat side of a knife, mash the garlic to a smooth paste....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups sugar1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/3 cup thawed orange juice concentrate1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 envelope unflavored gelatin2 tablespoons cold water2 tablespoons boiling water1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedTOPPING:2 cups whipped topping1/4 cup sugarCitrus fruits and lemon balm, optional...

Ingredients 2 beef tenderloin steaks (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon canola oil1/4 cup peach preserves2 tablespoons chicken broth1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro3/4 teaspoon ground ancho chili pepper1 garlic clove, minced Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook steaks in oil over medium heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 5-8 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil4 pork rib chops (1/2 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh peaches or frozen unsweetened sliced peaches, thawed and chopped1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons white vinegar1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in oil for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. Sprinkle both sides of pork chops with salt and thyme; add to skillet....

Ingredients 1 cup diet lemon-lime soda1 package (.3 ounces) sugar-free peach or mixed fruit gelatin1 cup unsweetened applesauce2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract1 fresh peach, peeled and chopped Preparation In a saucepan, bring soda to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Add applesauce; chill until partially set. Fold in whipped topping, nutmeg and vanilla. Fold in peach. Chill until firm.

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups cold milk2 packages (3.3 ounces each) instant white chocolate pudding mix2-1/2 cups whipped topping1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 cup chopped peanut butter-filled sandwich cookiesWhipped cream in a can and chopped peanuts, optional Preparation In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes; let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in whipped topping; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth....

Ingredients 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced4 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)Butter-flavored cooking spray1 ounce herbed fresh goat cheese1/2 small tart apple, thinly sliced1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation In a small skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender; set aside. Place bread slices on a baking sheet; spritz with butter-flavored cooking spray. Broil 4 in. from the heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Spread goat cheese over 2 untoasted sides of bread slices....