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Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup quick-cooking oats3 tablespoons butter1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt4-3/4 to 5-1/4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil; add oats and butter. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; cool to lukewarm. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oat mixture, sugars, salt and 4 cups flour; beat until smooth....

Ingredients 12 whole fresh beets (about 2-1/2 pounds), peeled and halved5 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 large red onion, chopped1/2 cup balsamic vinegar1/3 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place beets in a large resealable plastic bag; add 2 tablespoons oil. Seal bag and shake to coat. Place an 18x12-in. piece of heavy-duty foil in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Arrange beets on foil; fold foil over beets and seal tightly....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt4 to 4-1/4 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Beat in milk, butter, eggs, sugar, salt and 2 cups of flour....

Ingredients 1/4 cup egg substitute1 tablespoon fat-free milk1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tilapia fillets (5 ounces each) Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine egg substitute and milk. In another shallow bowl, combine cheese and flour. Dip fillets in egg mixture, then coat with cheese mixture. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° until fish flakes easily with a fork, 20-25 minutes.

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 3 tbsp. butter 4 boneless 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 red onion 2 cloves garlic 3/4 lb. fresh Brussels sprouts (or one 10-ounce package frozen) 1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley c. grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 lb. medium pasta shells Preparation Step 1In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon each of the oil and the butter over moderate heat....

Ingredients 2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/2 cups fat-free peach yogurt1/8 teaspoon almond extract1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed2 prepared angel food cakes (8 to 10 ounces each), cut into 1-inch cubes (about 8 cups)4 small peaches, peeled and sliced (about 2 cups) Preparation In a large saucepan, mix raspberries and cornstarch until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt3 eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup vegetable oil1 tablespoon lime juice2 cups diced ripe mango1 medium ripe banana, mashed1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, oil and lime juice; add to the dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in the mango, banana, raisins and nuts....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons maple syrup1 teaspoon brown sugar1 teaspoon chopped walnuts1 teaspoon raisins, dried cranberries or dried currants1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 medium tart apple Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Core apple and peel the top third. Place in a small microwave-safe dish. Fill apple with walnut mixture. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3-4 minutes or until apple is tender. Serve warm.

Ingredients 8 small new potatoes or 1 large potato, cut into 8 chunks3 carrots, cut into 8 pieces (2 inches each)1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)1 large green or large sweet red pepper8 large mushrooms1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup maple syrup1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest Preparation Place potatoes and carrots in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed4 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. In a bowl or shallow dish, combine green onions, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 12 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallowsChocolate decorating gel or assorted candies Preparation In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Stir in marshmallows until coated. Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper; smooth and flatten into ghost shapes. Decorate with gel or candies for eyes. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 1/2 lb. ground beef chuck 1/2 lb. ground pork 3 tbsp. golden raisins 1 large egg 1/2 c. minced onion 2 tbsp. dry bread crumbs 2 tbsp. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 1 tbsp. chopped thyme 1 tbsp. chopped parsley 1 tbsp. water 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. dry white wine 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. minced onion...

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 garlic clove, minced3/4 cup salsa1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth1/4 cup halved Greek olives1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning4 mahi mahi fillets (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese Preparation In a large ovenproof skillet, saute onion and green pepper in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups packed brown sugar, divided1 cup all-purpose flour5 tablespoons baking cocoa, divided2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup evaporated milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon almond extract1 package (4.67 ounces) mint Andes candies1-3/4 cups boiling water4 teaspoons instant coffee granulesVanilla ice cream, whipped cream and maraschino cherries Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1 cup brown sugar, flour, 3 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the milk, butter and extracts....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons honey1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper6 medium nectarines, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 4 cups)2 cups seedless red grapes1/4 cup chopped fresh mint1/2 cup mascarpone cheese2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons 2% milk1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup chopped pistachiosFresh mint leaves Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Place nectarines, grapes and mint in a large bowl. Drizzle with honey mixture; stir gently....

Ingredients 3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/4 cups 2% milk6 tablespoons butter, cubed2 teaspoons grated lemon zestFILLING:1 can (12-1/2 ounces) almond cake and pastry filling1 cup finely ground almonds1 tablespoon 2% milk1 teaspoon rum extractGLAZE:1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar and yeast. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°....

Ingredients 3-1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt6 eggs, beaten Preparation In a small bowl, combine 3-1/4 cups flour and salt. Make a well in the center. Pour eggs into well. Stir together, forming a dough. Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead for 3-4 minutes or until smooth, adding remaining flour if necessary. Divide into nine portions; cover and let rest for 15 minutes. Roll each portion into a 12-in....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups sliced carrots1 tablespoon brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 cup orange juice1/8 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place carrots in a saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until crisp-tender, about 7-9 minutes. drain; set aside and keep warm. In the same pan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, orange juice, ginger and nutmeg until smooth. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 1 minute....

Ingredients 1 fennel bulb 1 c. drained and rinsed canned chickpeas (from one 15-ounce can) c. black olives 2 tbsp. drained capers c. chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic 1 large tomato 4 tsp. Wine vinegar 6 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 4 large crusty rolls Preparation Step 1In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the fennel, chickpeas, olives, capers, parsley, garlic, and tomato....

Ingredients 2/3 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar3 tablespoons cold butter1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash ground nutmeg8 medium peaches, peeled and sliced3 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrateReduced-fat vanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a food processor, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and process until crumbly; set aside. Place peaches in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; drizzle with orange juice concentrate. Sprinkle with almond mixture....