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Ingredients 3/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam1/4 cup white wine vinegar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup maple-flavored syrup2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon each dried thyme, oregano and marjoram1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds) Preparation In a saucepan, combine all ingredients except pork. Bring to a boil over medium heat; remove from heat and cool completely....

Ingredients 2 cups milk chocolate chips1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 package (14.4 ounces) graham crackers, quartered1 cup marshmallow creme2 cartons (7 ounces each) milk chocolate for dipping Preparation Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Cool to room temperature or until mixture reaches a spreading consistency, about 10 minutes. Spread chocolate mixture over half of the graham crackers....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin1-1/2 cups boiling water1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple1 cup sour creamOptional: Leaf lettuce and fresh strawberries Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Add strawberries and pineapple. Strain, reserving liquid and fruit. Set aside 1 cup of the liquid at room temperature. Pour fruit and remaining liquid into a 5-cup ring mold or 9-in....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs, divided1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free lemon gelatin2/3 cup boiling water1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 cup 1% cottage cheese2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping Preparation Coat the bottom and sides of a 9-in. pie plate with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cracker crumbs; set aside. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water; cool slightly. Pour into a blender; add cream cheese and cottage cheese....

Ingredients 3 pounds beef top round steak, cut into serving-size pieces2 tablespoons canola oil2 medium carrots, sliced2 celery ribs, sliced1-3/4 cups water1 can (11 ounces) condensed tomato rice soup, undiluted1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup, undiluted1/2 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf Preparation In a large skillet, brown beef in oil over medium-high heat; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add carrots and celery. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over meat and vegetables....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom2 large eggs plus 2 large egg yolks, room temperature6-1/4 to 6-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup diced citron or mixed candied fruit and peel1/2 cup sliced candied cherriesMelted butterICING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar5 to 6 teaspoons whole milkBlanched whole almonds, coarsely chopped, and additional candied fruit...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt4 cups whole milk4 large eggs, lightly beaten2 pints heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, flour and salt. Gradually add milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into eggs; return all to pan, whisking constantly....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 teaspoon fat-free milk1/3 cup each finely chopped sweet red, green and yellow pepper1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix6 flour tortillas (6 inches) Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese and milk until smooth; stir in the peppers, olives and dressing mix. Spread over tortillas. Roll up jelly-roll style; wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm....

Ingredients 12 medium navel oranges4-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup confectioners’ sugar2-1/4 teaspoons orange extract1/3 cup orange juice Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each orange. With a grapefruit spoon, scoop out pulp. Invert oranges onto paper towels to drain. Remove and discard membrane from orange pulp; set aside. In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar and extract; beat until stiff peaks form....

Ingredients 1 cup fat-free plain yogurt1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 green onion, thinly sliced1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperAssorted vegetables Preparation In a bowl, combine the yogurt, Parmesan cheese, sour cream, parsley, green onion, mustard, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with assorted vegetables.

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup chunky peanut butter1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup shredded peeled zucchini3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda Preparation In a bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in zucchini. Combine dry ingredients; add to the zucchini mixture. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter1 tablespoon 2% milk1 tablespoon butter2-1/2 teaspoons baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine all ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30 seconds. Stir until smooth. Press into six paper-lined miniature muffin cups. Refrigerate until set.

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned2 teaspoons canola oil1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips1 tablespoon curry powder2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup chopped peeled mango3/4 cup light coconut milk2 tablespoons tomato pasteHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and red pepper in oil for 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the chicken, curry, ginger, garlic, salt and cayenne....

Ingredients 1 cup water (70° to 80°)1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup shortening1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeastOil for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup half-and-half cream1 tablespoon maple flavoring Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 12 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 3 c. multigrain flour mix (see Note) 2 tbsp. multigrain flour mix (see Note) 2 tbsp. maple sugar (or dark brown sugar) 1/4 c. packed dark brown sugar 2 tbsp. packed dark brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. buttermilk 1/2 c. powdered sugar 1 tbsp. maple sugar (or dark brown sugar) 1 tbsp....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 pound ground beef1 cup chopped onion1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 can (46 ounces) V8 juice1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepperOptional: Sour cream and thinly sliced green onions Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the sausage, beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup bulgur2 cups boiling water5 garlic cloves, unpeeled5 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp, chopped3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 medium cucumber, chopped1 cup chopped sweet onion2 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro3 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place bulgur in a large bowl. Stir in boiling water. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless pork loin roast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes3 teaspoons olive oil1 large onion, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 cups water1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro...

Ingredients 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups whipped topping1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)PUDDING LAYER:1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1 cup 2% milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1-1/2 cups whipped toppingKAHLUA CREAM:1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon Kahlua (coffee liqueur)Chocolate curls, optional Preparation Dissolve coffee granules in hot water. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until fluffy....

Ingredients 2 pounds carrots, sliced1/2 cup butter, divided6 ounces process American cheese, cubed1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers) Preparation Place carrots in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain; place in a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter and cheese, stirring often. Stir in dill. Pour over the carrots....