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Ingredients 1 package spice cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 large eggs1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup milk1/2 cup canola oil3/4 cup chopped walnutsORANGE GLAZE:7-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon maple flavoringRed and yellow food coloringGARNISH:3 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons waterGreen food coloring4 Tootsie Rolls (2-1/4 ounces and 6 inches each), cut into 2-inch pieces Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients....

Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar4-1/2 teaspoons honey3 tablespoons white miso paste, divided1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided1/2 teaspoon sesame oil4 salmon fillets (4 ounces each ) 2 cups fresh snow peas1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced1 package (8-1/2 ounces) ready-to-serve whole grain brown and wild rice medley6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 7 cups)Black sesame seeds Preparation In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, honey and 4-1/2 teaspoons miso until smooth....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups shortening1-1/4 cups sugar1 cup packed brown sugar4 eggs1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin3 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 cup chopped pecansSAUCE:1 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/3 cups water3 tablespoons butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon rum extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups sugar4 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 tablespoons coffee liqueur3/4 cup Irish cream liqueurGANACHE:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Wrap a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square) around a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 4 c. non-hydrogenated palm shortening 2 c. unbleached powdered sugar, sifted 1/2 c. agave nectar 1/2 c. safflower oil 1/4 c. unsweetened chocolate, chopped 1/4 c. brewed dark-roast espresso 1/4 c. cocoa powder, sifted 1 tbsp. golden flaxseed meal 3 tbsp. warm water 2 c. flour 1 c. evaporated cane juice 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. arrowroot 1/2 tsp. fine sea salt Pistachio truffles and ground pistachio to garnish...

Ingredients 2 pounds medium carrots or baby carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg4 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until carrots are tender, 4-5 hours. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into carrot mixture until sauce is thickened, 1-2 minutes....

Ingredients 8 bacon strips1 pound ground beef1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 tablespoon olive oil1 large onion, chopped1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/2 cup dry red wine1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces1/3 cup pepperoni, chopped1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon dried oregano1 tablespoon dried basil2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon dried marjoram1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon pepper1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Hot cooked spaghettiGrated Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 2 bottles (18 ounces each) hickory smoke-flavored barbecue sauce1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches, drained and halved crosswise1 medium onion, chopped3/4 cup jalapeno pepper jelly1/2 cup pickled hot jalapeno slices6 pounds pork baby back ribs, well-trimmed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperThinly sliced green onions Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. Cut ribs into 3-rib portions; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place half the ribs in a 6-qt....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup molasses2 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking sodaGLAZE:2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 4 tablespoons water1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon light corn syrup1/2 teaspoon vanilla or orange extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, peanut butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, molasses and orange juice....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), cubed1 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup sliced fresh carrots1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1 cup chicken broth1 cup cream of coconut or coconut milk1/2 cup creamy peanut butter3 teaspoons curry powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperCooked brown rice Preparation Sprinkle pork with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring, optional2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup malted milk powder2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup whole milkFROSTING:1/3 cup butter, softened2-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa1/3 cup whole milk1-1/2 cups coarsely crushed malted milk balls Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 c. unsweetened frozen raspberries 3 tbsp. sugar 4 store-bought dry ladyfingers 1 c. mango sorbet 2 large egg whites 1 pinch salt Preparation Step 1In a food processor, puree the raspberries with 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Using a rubber spatula, pass the puree through a fine strainer into a small bowl. Dip each ladyfinger half in the raspberry puree and turn to coat thoroughly. Lay 2 halves side by side on the bottom of each of four 3/4-cup ramekins....

Ingredients 5 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey kielbasa, sliced1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until very tender; drain....

Ingredients 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and grated1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon paprika3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided6 whole pita breadsCooking spray1 pound ground lamb or beef2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon cornstarch1/2 cup beef broth2 cups plain Greek yogurt2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest2 cups torn romaine2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced4 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese...

Ingredients 1 c. heavy cream 1/2 c. muscovado sugar 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 3/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. milk stout 6 oz. milk chocolate 1 c. heavy cream c. milk stout butterscotch 6 tbsp. sugar 2 large egg whites tsp. kosher salt 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 1/4 oz. bittersweet chocolate tsp. vanilla extract 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 6 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar 1 oz. bittersweet chocolate tsp. vanilla extract...

Ingredients 2 oz. rice vermicelli noodles 1 small carrot 7 oz. Napa cabbage 1 tbsp. fish sauce 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1/4 c. lemon juice 12 rice paper sheets 12 fresh mint leaves Preparation Step 1Place noodles in medium heatproof bowl, cover with boiling water; stand about 10 minutes or until just tender, drain. Using kitchen scissors, cut noodles into random lengths.Step 2Place noodles in same cleaned bowl with carrot, cabbage, sauce, sugar, and juice; toss gently to combine....

Ingredients 25 caramels1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon milk1 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup salted dry roasted peanuts1/2 cup pecan halves1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons shortening Preparation In a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the caramels, butter and milk. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until caramels are melted, stirring once. Stir in the almonds, peanuts and pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until blended....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour5 tablespoons sugar, divided3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup cold butter, cubed3 egg yolks4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juiceFILLING:1/2 cup sugar4 tablespoons cornstarch, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup water2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract5 cups chopped peeled ripe pears Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 3 tablespoons sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice; stir into dry ingredients with a fork....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (4 to 5 pounds) 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon onion salt1 tablespoon liquid smoke2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons pepperDash hot pepper sauceSAUCE:1/2 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon ground mustard3 drops hot pepper sauceDash ground nutmeg Preparation Place brisket, fat side down, in a 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, onion salt, liquid smoke, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce; pour over brisket....

Ingredients 1 quart shucked oysters3/4 cup butter, divided 2 medium onions, chopped1-1/2 cups chopped celery1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 cups half-and-half cream2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 50 crackers) Lemon wedgesFresh thyme sprigs Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Drain oysters, reserving oyster liquor. In a large saucepan, heat 1/2 cup butter over medium heat....