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Ingredients 3/4 lb. fettuccine 3/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. sage leaves 1 large garlic clove 1/4 c. almond butter 1 scallion 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest Large pinch of crushed red pepper 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until al dente; drain, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking water. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat 1/2 cup of the olive oil until shimmering....

Ingredients 3/4 cup pancake mix1 tablespoon sugar1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup milk1/3 cup peanut butter chips1/4 cup chopped pecansPancake syrup and fresh strawberries Preparation In a large bowl, combine pancake mix and sugar. Combine egg and milk; add to the dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in the chips and nuts. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Turn each pancake when bubbles form on top; cook until second side is golden brown....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1/8 teaspoon salt3-1/2 cups pitted fresh Rainier cherries1 cup halved pitted fresh Bing cherries1 tablespoon lemon juice4-1/2 teaspoons butterPastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)2 teaspoons milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1 cup sugar, flour, tapioca and salt. Add cherries and lemon juice; toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; trim even with edge of plate....

Ingredients 7 ounces almond paste1/4 cup light corn syrup1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugarLiquid or paste food coloringBaking cocoa (optional for acorn coloring)Cutting board or other protected work surfaceAssorted mini craft baskets and small wooden wagonExcelsiorClovesLeaf-shaped cookie cutters (1 to 2 inches) Preparation Marzipan: Crumble almond paste into a large bowl. Knead in corn syrup. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, kneading well after each addition until thoroughly blended. To tint, break off desired size piece of marzipan and knead in color a little at a time, using food coloring (for brown, add baking cocoa instead if desired)....

Ingredients 5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup unsalted butter4 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup all-purpose flourBaking cocoaCARAMELIZED BANANAS:2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 medium bananas, cut into 1-inch slices2 tablespoons sugarSAUCE:1 cup white wine or unsweetened apple juice1/2 cup sugar2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool. Beat eggs, sugar, vanilla and salt on high speed until thick and pale, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheet graham crackers) 6 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted 1/3 c. granulated sugar 12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped 1/4 c. unsalted butter, cubed 1 c. heavy cream or heavy whipped cream 2 egg whites, at room temperature 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/8 tsp. cream of tartar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2Make the crust: Using a food processor or blender, grind graham crackers into crumbs....

Ingredients 6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped1 package (14 ounces) crushed cornbread stuffing1/2 cup butter, melted1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine apples, stuffing and melted butter. Add broth; mix well. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until golden brown, 35-40 minutes.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed6 medium unpeeled tart red apples, sliced3/4 cup sugar, divided3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Melt butter in a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Add apples and 1/2 cup sugar; stir to mix well. Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring frequently. Add cinnamon and remaining sugar. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 5-10 minutes longer....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked mostaccioli1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 cup chopped green pepper3/4 cup chopped onion2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained3 teaspoons chili powder2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook mostaccioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked extra-wide egg noodles1-1/2 pounds sliced fresh mushrooms3 tablespoons butter1 cup dry red wine1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/4 cups vegetable broth3 tablespoons tomato paste Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the mushrooms in butter until tender. Add wine. Bring to a boil; cook until sauce is reduced by half, about 5 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth and tomato paste until smooth....

Ingredients 1 package (6-1/2 ounces) pizza crust mix1 teaspoon cornmeal3/4 pound ground beef1/3 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup salsa1/2 cup sour cream1 medium tomato, chopped2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips Preparation Prepare pizza dough according to package directions. Coat a 12-in. pizza pan with cooking spray; sprinkle with cornmeal. With floured hands, press dough onto pan. Bake at 425° for 6-8 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 8 cups torn romaine5 medium nectarines or peaches, chopped2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/2 cup crumbled feta cheeseDRESSING:2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil2 tablespoons white vinegar2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 tablespoon poppy seeds3/4 teaspoon dried minced onion1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon paprika Preparation In a large bowl, combine the romaine, nectarines, pecans and feta cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat....

Ingredients 42 Club crackers (2-1/2x1 inch)1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup slivered almonds Preparation Place crackers in a single layer in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add sugar; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; add vanilla. Pour evenly over crackers; sprinkle with nuts. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons butter1 cup uncooked instant rice1 cup water1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheeseFresh marjoram sprig and shaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the rice, water, bouillon, garlic powder and pepper; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (17-1/2 ounces) peanut butter cookie mix36 miniature peanut butter cups, unwrapped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare cookie mix according to package directions. Roll dough into thirty-six 1-in. balls. Place in greased miniature muffin cups. Press dough evenly onto bottom and up sides of each cup. Bake 11-13 minutes or until set. Immediately place a peanut butter cup in each cup; press down gently. Cool 10 minutes; carefully remove from pans....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 medium onion, chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms4 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce2 cans (15 ounces each) pizza sauce1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta1 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 teaspoon Italian seasoning2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, sausage, onion and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 10-12 minutes; crumble meat; drain....

Ingredients 2 packages (12 ounces, each) Johnsonville® Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sausage Links1 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped sweet red bell pepper1 tablespoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons chili powder2 cans (4 ounces, each) diced mild green chilies2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese1/2 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro4 cups coarsely crushed tortilla chips10 eggs2-1/2 cups milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Cook sausages according to package directions; cut into 1/4-inch slices; set aside....

Ingredients 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced1 medium sweet red pepper, diced1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/4 cup chopped green onions1 tablespoon lime juice2 teaspoons minced fresh mint1/4 teaspoon ground gingerTortilla chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mango, pepper, chiles, onions, juice, mint and ginger. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours. Serve with tortilla chips.

Ingredients 2 large eggs1 cup vegetable oil1 cup cold coffee1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup semisweet chocolate chips3/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a bowl, beat eggs, oil, coffee and vanilla. Combine flour, brown sugar, salt and baking soda; add to coffee mixture. Beat until smooth. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until the top springs back when lightly touched....

Ingredients 1/2 cup ketchup2 eggs1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds lean ground beef1 teaspoon steak sauce8 medium carrots, halved8 small red potatoes16 pearl onions1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Brush with steak sauce. Arrange carrots, potatoes and onions around loaf....