Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons orange extract1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups all-purpose flourOptional: Sugar or orange-colored sugar Preparation In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, extract and salt. Add flour; mix well. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° until edges begin to brown, about 10 minutes....
Ingredients 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced4 medium onions, thinly sliced3 large parsnips, peeled and thinly sliced1-1/2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups heavy whipping cream Preparation Layer the potatoes, onions, parsnips and 3/4 cup cheese in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the flour, salt, pepper; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 4 large eggs, separated1/4 cup butter, cubed2/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger3 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (2 cups)1/2 cup chopped pecans1 cup cake flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sugar1/4 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extractWhipped cream and toasted pecan halves, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°....
Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons corn syrup1 can (29 ounces) sliced peaches, drained1 loaf (1 pound) day-old French bread, cubed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed12 large eggs1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved; pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange peaches in dish....
Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1 egg1/3 cup milk1/4 cup creamy peanut butter1 tablespoon butter, softened6 miniature peanut butter cups Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Combine peanut butter and butter; fold into batter. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups one-fourth full; place a peanut butter cup in each....
Ingredients 1 pound bone-in chicken breast halves12 cups water3 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon pepper1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil6 garlic cloves, minced3 celery ribs, sliced1-1/2 cups fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces3 medium carrots, sliced2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes4 teaspoons Italian seasoning2 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken base3-1/2 cups uncooked egg noodles1 cup frozen corn, thawed2 cups frozen okra, thawed and sliced Preparation Place the chicken, water, bay leaves and pepper in a large stockpot....
Ingredients 1/2 cup water2 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1/8 teaspoon rum extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup cake flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconutFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1/3 cup butter, softened2 ounces white baking chocolate, melted3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate until melted....
Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1 egg1/2 cup maple syrup1-1/2 cups crushed pretzels1/4 cup canola oil Preparation Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and syrup. Place pretzels in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg mixture and coat with pretzels. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear....
Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups milk1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1/4 cup chopped onion Preparation In a saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in cheese until melted. In a 2-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish coated with cooking spray, layer a third of the potatoes, onion and cheese sauce....
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chili sauce2 tablespoons onion soup mixDOUGH:3 cups all-purpose flour1 to 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, optional1 teaspoon salt1 cup shortening3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup evaporated milk1 tablespoon cider vinegar Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in chili sauce and soup mix; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sesame seeds if desired, and salt....
Ingredients 6 bacon strips, diced2 large onions, chopped1-1/2 cups chopped green peppers1 garlic clove, minced1 can (29 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste4-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 bay leaf1-1/2 pounds cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushroom, drained2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon dried savoryHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon almond extract6 drops red food coloring1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted Preparation Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with waxed paper, letting ends extend up sides. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....
Ingredients 2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen broccoli with cheese sauce, thawed1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce16 Ritz crackers, crushed2 tablespoons butter, cubed Preparation Mix first 6 ingredients. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with crackers; dot with butter. Cook, covered, on low until broccoli is tender, 3-4 hours.
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup finely chopped walnutsRed and/or green colored sugar Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg and extracts; beat until well. Add flour and nuts; beat just until moistened. Cover and chill 1 hour or until firm enough to handle. Preheat oven to 350°....
Ingredients 4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips4 green onions, chopped1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces1-1/2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms1 garlic clove, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper6 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-10 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons grated orange zest, divided 2 medium ripe pears, peeled and quartered2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup coconut oil1 large egg, room temperature1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup half-and-half cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place butter in a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet; place pan in oven until butter is melted, 3-5 minutes. Carefully tilt pan to coat bottom and sides with butter....
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen pineapple chunks1 cup thawed orange juice concentrate2 cans (5-1/2 ounces each) apricot nectar2 cups ice cubes1 envelope unsweetened orange Kool-Aid mix Preparation Place half of each ingredient in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses. Repeat. Serve immediately.
Ingredients 1 lb. gemelli pasta 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1 tbsp. tomato paste 2 large garlic cloves 1 large shallot 1 1/2 tsp. chopped thyme salt Freshly ground black pepper Sausage Mixed Grill (sausages and vegetables thinly sliced) 2 large celery ribs 1/4 lb. smoked mozzarella 1 c. chopped basil Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente....
Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour4 large eggs, room temperatureFILLING:4 medium peaches, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups) 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup water1/2 cup peach schnapps liqueur or peach nectar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegWHIPPED CREAM:2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons peach schnapps liqueur, optionalAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a rolling boil....
Ingredients 2 lb. fresh peaches 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. lemon zest 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger (optional) Preparation Step 1Bring a large pot of water to a boil and fill a large bowl halfway with cold water and ice.Step 2Score a shallow “x” onto the bottom of each peach. When water is boiling, add peaches and let poach for 45 seconds. Remove peaches and immediately shock them in ice bath....
