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Ingredients 6 medium ears sweet corn2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup mayonnaise2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder6 tablespoons Cotija cheese1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves Lime wedges Preparation Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Brush corn with oil. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Place in a Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often....

Ingredients 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced2 small onions, thinly sliced3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup vinegar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon mustard seed Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes; stir. Cook 2-3 minutes longer or until mixture is bubbly and cucumbers and onions are crisp-tender. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1/4 pound ground beef3 slices American cheese4 slices white bread (heels of loaves recommended)2 tablespoons prepared Thousand Island salad dressing2 pearl onions, thinly sliced4 baby dill pickles, thinly sliced3 cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced Preparation Shape beef into twelve 1-in. patties. Place on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover with another paper towel; microwave on high for 1 minute until meat is no longer pink. Cut each slice of cheese into fourths; set aside....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil2/3 cup 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, cheese, garlic powder, oregano and basil. Stir in milk just until moistened. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 7-8 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt40 chocolate-covered peppermint patties (1-1/2 inches), unwrapped 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs, milk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into butter mixture....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons olive oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 cup water2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 bay leaf24 egg roll wrappers24 pieces string cheeseCanola oil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, salt and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 3 medium lemons, sliced2/3 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons seafood seasoning2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce2 tablespoons Louisiana-style hot sauce1 tablespoon Italian salad dressing mix4 pounds uncooked shell-on shrimp (31-40 per pound)2 bay leavesFrench bread Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Microwave, covered, on high 2-3 minutes or until butter is melted; stir until blended. Divide shrimp and bay leaves between 2 ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 package (1 pound) egg noodles1/2 cup butter, melted8 large eggs2 cups sugar2 cups sour cream2 cups 4% cottage cheeseTOPPING:3/4 cup cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 4 whole crackers)3 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Toss with butter; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, sour cream and cottage cheese until well blended. Stir in noodles. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 teaspoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup orange juice1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation Place broccoli and 1 in. of water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in orange juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar blend1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 large egg, room temperature1 large egg white, room temperature2 tablespoons plus 2-1/2 teaspoons orange juice, divided1-1/4 cups cake flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger2/3 cup buttermilk1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, sugar blend and orange zest. Beat in the egg, egg white and 2 tablespoons orange juice....

Ingredients 12 large egg whites1 cup all-purpose flour1-3/4 cups sugar, divided1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon orange extract6 drops red food coloring, optional6 drops yellow food coloring, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift flour and 3/4 cup sugar together twice; set aside. Add the cream of tartar, salt and almond and vanilla extracts to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon vegetable oil12 ounces sliced deli ham, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced6 eggs3 egg whites1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper2 cups cooked angel hair pasta Preparation In an ovenproof skillet, saute onion in oil. Add ham and garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Remove and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and egg whites....

Ingredients 12 oz. angel hair 2 c. broccoli florets 1 pt. cherry tomatoes (yellow and red) 1 (8-oz.) package baby bella mushrooms 1 15-oz. can artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped 2 tsp. garlic powder Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3/4 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish Sliced fresh basil, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400°. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Dash salt1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Place pie plate on a rimmed baking sheet....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie (9 inches)3 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup sugar1 cup maple syrup3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups pecan halvesWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling. In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth....

Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat penne pasta2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 tablespoons egg substitute1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon onion powderDash saltDash garlic powder1/4 pound lean ground turkey3/4 cup marinara sauce or meatless spaghetti sauce1/4 cup 2% cottage cheese1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, egg substitute, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and garlic powder....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups roasted garlic hummus3/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers1 cup fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh mint1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup Greek olives, sliced1/4 cup chopped red onionAssorted fresh vegetables or baked pita chips Preparation Spread hummus onto a 12-in. round serving platter; top with roasted peppers. In a small bowl, combine the spinach, lemon juice, oil, basil and mint....

Ingredients 2 packages (15-1/2 ounces each) Oreo cookies, crushed1/2 cup butter, melted1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1 gallon mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedShaved chocolate Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and butter. Press into two 13x9-in. dishes. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. In a small saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, butter and chocolate....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut green beans, drained3 celery ribs, sliced1/2 medium green pepper, chopped1/4 cup chopped onion Preparation In a small saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; cool slightly....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food or chocolate cake mix (regular size)1-1/3 cups brewed coffee, room temperature1/2 cup canola oil3 eggs1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening4 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon almond extract7 tablespoons brewed coffee, room temperature, divided1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, coffee, oil and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes....