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Ingredients 2 cups mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/4 cups sugar2/3 cup buttermilk1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon grated lemon zest4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon baking sodaOil for deep-fat fryingTOPPING:1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, beat the potatoes, eggs, sugar, buttermilk, butter and lemon zest until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and baking soda; gradually beat into potato mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup cornstarch1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and finely choppedICING:2-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon butter, meltedAdditional pistachios, toasted and finely chopped, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, orange zest and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and cornstarch; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon brown sugar4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each), skin removed1/2 cup orange marmalade1/4 cup lime juice Preparation Combine Cajun seasoning and brown sugar; rub over fillets. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook fillets over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Add marmalade and lime juice to the skillet; heat through.

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) orange gelatin1/2 to 1 cup sugar2 cups boiling water1 can (46 ounces) apricot nectar1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice3/4 cup lemon juice4 liters ginger ale, chilled Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin and sugar in water. Stir in the apricot nectar, pineapple juice and lemon juice. Freeze in two 2-qt. freezer containers. Remove from the freezer 2-3 hours before serving. Place contents of one container in a punch bowl; mash with potato masher....

Ingredients 3/4 cup peanut butter12 slices bread6 tablespoons jelly or jam3 large eggs3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons butter Preparation Spread peanut butter on 6 slices of bread; spread jelly on the remaining 6 slices of bread. Put 1 slice of each together to form sandwiches. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and salt. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk6 tablespoons butter, cubed1 large eggFILLING:1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, divided3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons honey2/3 cup chopped honey-roasted peanuts1/2 cup peanut butter chips2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1-1/4 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt....

Ingredients 2 cups frozen unsweetened strawberries1 cup fat-free milk1 medium banana, cut into chunks2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 teaspoons vanilla extractFresh strawberries, optional Preparation In a blender, combine all ingredients; cover and process for 30 seconds or until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; if desired, garnish with additional peanut butter and fresh strawberries.

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/4 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar1 large egg2 teaspoons salt6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour6 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup chopped walnuts1-1/2 cups maple syrupAdditional brown sugar Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add shortening, sugar, egg, salt and 5 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed1-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup shortening6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten3/4 teaspoon salt3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup apricot cake and pastry filling1/3 cup raspberry cake and pastry filling2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons 2% milk Preparation Place potato in a small saucepan and cover with water....

Ingredients 1 milk chocolate candy bar (7 ounces), broken into pieces1/2 cup chocolate syrup1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar4 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilkConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a microwave, melt candy bar with chocolate syrup; stir until smooth. Set aside to cool. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons lemon extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilkGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon grated orange zest5 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon grated lemon zest5 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 large red apples, chopped1 cup green grapes1 medium firm banana, sliced1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sour cream1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon lemon juicePinch salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples, grapes, banana and walnuts. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, lemon juice and salt; pour over fruit mixture and toss gently to coat.

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided5 tablespoons confectioners’ sugarPinch salt1/2 cup cold butter2 large eggs1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 teaspoon baking powder3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarbWhipped cream Preparation In a small bowl, combine 3/4 cup flour, confectioners’ sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into a 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, beat the eggs, sugar, baking powder and remaining flour. Fold in rhubarb and spread over crust....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups beef stock1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained2 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 cup frozen peas1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 5-10 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 6 bone-in chicken thighs (3 pounds)3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried oregano Preparation Place the chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine the lemon juice, honey, oil, garlic and oregano; pour over chicken. Bake, uncovered at 375° for 45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 180°, basting occasionally with pan juices.

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 teaspoon sugar4 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)1 cup molasses1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup canola oil1 cup quick-cooking oats2 tablespoons grated orange zest1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon fennel seed1 teaspoon aniseed1 teaspoon caraway seeds2 cups rye flour11 to 12 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water; stir in sugar and let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups mashed potatoes (8 to 10 large) or 4 cups prepared instant potatoes1 cup sour cream1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon minced chives1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine potatoes, sour cream, cream cheese, chives and garlic powder. Turn into a greased 2-qt. casserole. Combine bread crumbs with butter; sprinkle over potatoes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter, softened3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter3 tablespoons sugar1 large egg yolk1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons 2% milk1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon chopped unsalted peanuts Preparation Spray 12-ounce mug with cooking spray. Add butter; microwave on high until melted, about 10 seconds. Stir in peanut butter and sugar until combined. Add egg yolk; stir in flour. Add milk and vanilla extract. Top with peanuts. Microwave on high until set, 1 to 1-1/2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1/3 cup canola oil3 large egg whites3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, oil and egg whites. Beat in sugars and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually add to applesauce mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until slightly firm....

Ingredients 1/2 cup maple syrup1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce, divided6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small bowl, combine syrup and 3/4 cup cranberry sauce; set aside. Sprinkle chicken with salt. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°, basting frequently with syrup mixture....