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Ingredients 1 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperatureCHEESECAKE LAYER:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup strawberry jelly, warmedOPTIONAL DRIZZLE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat peanut butter and sugar until blended. Beat in egg. Press 2 teaspoons mixture into each of 32 paper-lined mini-muffin cups....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup soft bread crumbs1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (7-1/2 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removedDILL SAUCE:1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup sour cream1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon 2% milk2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill1/2 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in oil until tender. In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, egg, milk, salt, pepper and celery mixture....

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubedFILLING:8 cups sliced peeled zucchini2/3 cup lemon juice1 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup golden raisins Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press half of the crumb mixture into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 pounds fresh mushrooms, finely chopped1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup white wine1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperASSEMBLY:12 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)3/4 cup butter, melted4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add half the mushrooms and leek....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon herbes de Provence1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces1-3/4 cups sliced baby portobello mushrooms6 cups fresh spinachHot cooked egg noodles Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the soup, wine, sour cream and herbes de Provence. Stir in chicken and mushrooms. Fold in spinach. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender....

Ingredients 1/3 cup apricot preserves2 tablespoons Dijon mustard4 pork loin chops (1/2 to 3/4 inch thick and 8 ounces each)3 green onions, choppedHot cooked rice Preparation In a small saucepan over low heat, cook and stir preserves and mustard until preserves are melted; set aside. Place pork chops on a lightly greased broiler pan; broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4 minutes. Brush with half of the glaze; turn chops....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 package chocolate wafer cookies 2 1/4 c. sugar 3 tbsp. sugar 3 lb. cream cheese 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. sour cream 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 5 large eggs 4 blood oranges 2 tbsp. orange liqueur Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter the sides of a 10-inch springform pan. Wrap exterior of pan (including base) in a double layer of foil....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons salt6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup butter, softened Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, salt and 2 cups flour. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Beat in egg and shortening. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (do not knead)....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 cup shortening3 cups quick-cooking oatsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1 egg1 tablespoon milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional Preparation Combine the first five ingredients; cut in shortening until crumbly. Add oats and mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 5 batches (10 cups total)....

Ingredients 1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/3 cup crushed cornflakes3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds cod fillets, cut into 1-inch cubesButter-flavored cooking spray Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cornflakes, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Coat fish with butter-flavored spray, then roll in crumb mixture. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 1 cup self-rising flour2 tablespoons sugar1 egg1/2 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractORANGE SYRUP:1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 cup orange juice Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar. Whisk the egg, milk, orange juice, oil and vanilla until blended; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto a hot griddle coated with cooking spray. Turn when bubbles form on top; cook until second side is golden brown....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) pecan shortbread cookies, crushed1/2 cup butter, melted1 cup sugar1 package (3 ounces) peach gelatin2 tablespoons cornstarch1 can (12 ounces) lemon-lime soda1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed6 cups fresh or frozen sliced peeled peaches, thawed1/3 cup unsweetened pineapple juice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of an ungreased 13-in....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs3/4 cup thawed apple juice concentrate1/2 cup reduced-fat chunky peanut butter1/4 cup fat-free milk3 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup strawberry spreadable fruit Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Combine the eggs, apple juice concentrate, peanut butter, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Coat 12 muffin cups with cooking spray....

Ingredients 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar4 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup buttermilkCREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa6 tablespoons milk1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream the peanut butter, butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla....

Ingredients 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs1 ounce semisweet chocolate1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, cream the peanut butter, butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Stir in crumbs. Shape a teaspoonful of dough into 1-1/2-in. ovals; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Place chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high for 1 minute or until melted....

Ingredients TOPPING:1 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamonCAKE:1 package yellow cake mix with pudding (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix1 cup sour cream4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cups vegetable oil Preparation Combine topping ingredients and set aside. In a bowl, combine cake and pudding mixes, sour cream, eggs and oil. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons soy sauce, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges2 tablespoons cornstarch4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained1-1/2 cups thinly sliced celeryHot cooked rice Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 4 tablespoons soy sauce, salt and dill. Add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium acorn squash, halved3/4 cup water1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Scoop out and discard seeds from squash. Place cut side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish; add water. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes. If necessary, drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Combine syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and salt; pour into squash halves....

Ingredients 1 cup evaporated milk1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 envelope onion soup mix2 pounds ground beefSAUCE:1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups ketchup3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup water1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the milk, Worcestershire sauce and soup mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs on a rack in a shallow baking pan....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/2 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup shortening1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons salt7 to 8 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, shortening, egg, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat on medium speed until mixture has a spongy texture. Let stand for 10 minutes....