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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets5 teaspoons reduced-fat butter2 teaspoons all-purpose flour3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepperMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place cauliflower in a steamer basket; place in a small saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in another small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta1 cup sliced fresh carrots1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 cup fresh broccoli florets1 cup sliced yellow summer squash1 cup chopped green pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups chopped fresh plum tomatoes Grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened1-1/3 cups frozen unsweetened peach slices1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a blender, combine the ice cream, peaches, cinnamon and vanilla; cover and process until smooth. Pour into small freezer-safe dessert dishes; cover and freeze until serving.

Ingredients 1-3/4 pounds ripe peaches, peeled and chopped (about 5 medium)1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup water3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust2 tablespoons butter, meltedAdditional fresh mint leaves, optionalVanilla ice cream Preparation In a large saucepan, combine peaches, sugar and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in mint, lemon zest and lemon juice....

Ingredients 5 bacon strips, chopped1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup maple syrup1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain. Meanwhile, cut an “X” in the core of each Brussels sprout. In a large skillet, saute sprouts in butter until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups maple syrup2 cups apple brandy2 cups Cognac2 cups spiced rum1/4 cup lemon juice2 teaspoons bitters2 bottles (1 liter each) carbonated water, chilledIce cubesThinly sliced apples and lemon twists Preparation Place syrup in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool. Combine the brandy, Cognac, rum, lemon juice and bitters in a punch bowl; stir in maple reduction....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 large onion 2 jalapeños (seeded if desired) 1 red bell pepper 2 clove garlic 1 can black beans 1 c. frozen corn kernels 2 tsp. chili powder 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice Lime wedges 1/2 c. fresh cilantro cilantro 1 c. can red enchilada sauce 9 small corn tortillas 6 oz. Muenster cheese small sour cream Hot sauce Preparation Step 1Heat oven to 425 degrees F....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1/2 cup dark corn syrup1/2 cup molasses1 tablespoon ground ginger1 tablespoon ground cinnamon4 cups all-purpose flourICING AND ASSEMBLY:2 egg whites2-2/3 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarPastry tip-round #5Covered board (12 inches x 7 inches)2 Pirouette cookies42 Tootsie Roll MidgeesEdible glitter16 snowflake-shaped sprinkles3 each vanilla and chocolate chewy pudding snack bites9 miniature semisweet chocolate nonpareils1 milk chocolate candy bar (1.55 ounces)6 ice cream sugar cones...

Ingredients 2 1/4 lb. baby back ribs Salt and freshly ground pepper granulated garlic extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. whole cloves 1 12-ounce bottle of lager 1 c. ketchup 1 c. peach or apricot jam 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, season the ribs with salt, pepper, and garlic. Drizzle with oil and scatter the cloves over the ribs and in the pan....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups sugar2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, room temperature1 cup canola oil1 medium apple, shredded2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups grated carrot1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, oil, apple and vanilla. Stir into the dry ingredients just until combined....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs1/2 cup orange juice2 tablespoons water1-1/2 teaspoons orange peel1/8 teaspoon almond extract1-1/4 cups cake flour1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, softened1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the orange juice, water, orange peel and almond extract....

Ingredients 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate1 frozen pound cake (16 ounces), thawed and cubedAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a heavy saucepan, combine both chocolates and cream; cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Stir in orange juice concentrate; keep warm. Serve with cake and fruit.

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups whole wheat flour1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup packed brown sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1 cup orange juice1/3 cup butter, melted3/4 cup chopped dates1/3 cup chopped walnuts1 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Combine eggs, orange juice and butter; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in dates, walnuts and orange zest. Coat muffin cups with cooking spray or use paper liners; fill two-thirds full with batter....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta3 plum tomatoes, chopped1 cup marinated quartered artichoke hearts, chopped1 cup coarsely chopped fresh spinach2 green onions, chopped1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1 tablespoon capers, drainedDRESSING:1/3 cup olive oil4 teaspoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons rice vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, artichokes, spinach, onions, cheese and capers....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 teaspoon salt3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup shortening1/4 cup water1 large egg, room temperatureOil for deep-fat frying1 cup seedless raspberry jam Preparation In a large bowl, mix 1/4 cup sugar, yeast, salt and 2 cups flour. In a small saucepan, heat milk, shortening and water to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons dried oregano2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper12 bone-in chicken breast halves1 cup butter, melted Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first six ingredients. Dip chicken in butter, then coat with Parmesan mixture. Place in two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until the juices run clear.

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup butter, softened1 large egg20 miniature peanut butter cups, chopped2 tablespoons cornstarch1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping1/4 cup peanut butter1/2 cup salted peanutsTOPPING:1 can (16 ounces) milk chocolate frosting1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter and egg; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes or until no longer crumbly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup creamy peanut butter3/4 cup sugar, divided1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt12 ounces dark chocolate candy coating, chopped1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening, peanut butter, 1/2 cup sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup dry white wine or beef broth1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 green onions, thinly sliced1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper4 whole cloves1 beef top round roast (4 pounds)5 teaspoons cornstarch5 teaspoons cold water Preparation In a large resealable container, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cut roast in half; add to marinade. Seal container and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight. Place roast and marinade in a 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning2/3 cup water1 can (16 ounces) fat-free refried beans1-1/2 cups shredded lettuce1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese4 canned jalapenos, sliced1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/3 cup sliced ripe olives1 package (13-1/2 ounces) tortilla chips Preparation In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey until no longer pink; drain if necessary. Stir in taco seasoning and water; cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated....