Ingredients 1 c. unsalted butter 1 c. smooth peanut butter 1 c. sugar 1 c. packed dark-brown sugar 2 large eggs 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt chocolate ice cream Preparation Step 1In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter and peanut butter until smooth. Add both sugars and continue to mix until smooth....
Ingredients 2 cups creamy peanut butter1 cup butter, divided3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup milk chocolate chips Preparation In a saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir peanut butter and 3/4 cup butter and until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla (mixture will be very thick). Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan. In a saucepan over low heat, combine chips and remaining butter; cook and stir until chips are melted and mixture is smooth....
Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 cup chopped fresh broccoli1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 teaspoons dill weed2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls1 large egg white, lightly beaten1 tablespoon slivered almonds Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Stir in mayonnaise and yogurt. Unroll both tubes of crescent dough onto an ungreased baking sheet; press together, forming a 15x12-in....
Ingredients 4 medium tart apples, thinly sliced2 tablespoons lemon juice4 large eggs1-1/4 cups 2% milk1/2 cup maple syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash saltAdditional maple syrup, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Toss apples with lemon juice; place in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, syrup and vanilla until combined. In another bowl, combine flour, cinnamon and salt; add to egg mixture....
Ingredients 6 lasagna noodles1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups water2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste2-1/2 teaspoons each dried thyme, basil and oregano3/4 teaspoon salt3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1 large egg, lightly beaten1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil until tender....
Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) wide egg noodles1 pound ground beef1/2 pound bulk pork sausage3 tablespoons chopped onion1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 cups (6 ounces ) shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the beef, pork sausage, onion and garlic powder over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....
Ingredients 1/2 cup water (80° to 90°)1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/3 cups bread flour1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder2-1/4 teaspoons bread machine or quick-rise yeast Preparation In a small bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....
Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 cup whole wheat flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon salt1-3/4 to 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:3 tablespoons butter, softened1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamonGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar6-1/2 teaspoons half-and-half cream4-1/2 teaspoons butter, softened Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, butter, egg, salt and 1 cup all-purpose flour....
Ingredients 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers (about 30 wafers)1 tablespoon spiced rum or 1 tablespoon water plus 1/2 teaspoon rum extract3 tablespoons finely chopped pecans1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells1 cup coconut-pecan frostingAdditional finely chopped pecans Preparation Place crushed wafers in a bowl. Drizzle with rum and toss to combine. Let stand 15 minutes. Stir in 3 tablespoons pecans....
Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup whole milk1 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon each ground ginger, nutmeg and allspice1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)1 pound ground porkGRAVY:2 tablespoons finely chopped onion3 tablespoons butter5 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 cups beef broth1/2 cup heavy whipping creamDash cayenne pepperDash white pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, bread crumbs, onion and seasonings....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons white wine vinegar3/4 teaspoon sugar1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground cuminDash each paprika, curry powder, ground cinnamon and pepper2 small navel oranges, peeled and sliced2 slices red onion, quartered1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, cumin, paprika, curry, cinnamon and pepper; shake well. Place oranges and onion in a shallow bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat....
Ingredients 4 packages (2 ounces each) thinly sliced deli corned beef, finely chopped1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 can (8 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained1 cup sour cream1 cup shredded Swiss cheeseRye bread or crackers Preparation In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or until cheese is melted; stir until blended. Serve warm with bread or crackers.
Ingredients 3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper2 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first seven ingredients. Brush chicken with butter, then coat with crumb mixture. Place in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°....
Ingredients 2 cups halved pattypan squash1 medium onion, halved and sliced2 teaspoons canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 small sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium tomato, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute squash and onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add red pepper and mushrooms; saute until vegetables are crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes....
Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni4 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas1 cup cubed fully cooked ham2/3 cup 2% milk1/4 cup cream cheese, softened1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook macaroni in boiling water for 3 minutes. Add carrots and peas; return to a boil. Cook until macaroni is tender, 5-6 minutes longer. Drain; add ham....
Ingredients 5 pounds potatoes (about 6 large)1/2 cup butter, divided1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk or half-and-half cream1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 cups sour cream1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Place whole potatoes in a large stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 20-25 minutes....
Ingredients 2 large egg yolks1 cup confectioners’ sugar, divided 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided 1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese2 large navel oranges1/2 cup coconut rum or orange juice plus 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1/2 cup orange liqueur or orange juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package (7 ounces) crisp ladyfinger cookies2 medium ripe mangoes, peeled and thinly sliced Preparation In top of a double boiler or a metal bowl over simmering water, combine egg yolks, 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar and 1/2 cup cream....
Ingredients Vegetable oil cooking spray 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground ginger 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg 1 c. packed light-brown sugar 1 c. granulated sugar 4 large eggs 1 can solid-pack pumpkin 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 8 oz. unsalted butter 16 oz. cream cheese c. confectioners’ sugar 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon...
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2 cups frozen French-style green beans2 cups hot mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in soup and beans. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted....
Ingredients 2 packages (10 ounces each) individual cream-filled chocolate cakes3 cups mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened12 Oreo cookies, crushed, divided2 cups whipped topping1/2 teaspoon mint extract, optional Preparation Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with plastic wrap. Place 6 chocolate cakes in pan, completely covering the bottom. Spread ice cream over cakes; sprinkle with half of the cookie crumbs. Press remaining cakes on top. Cover and freeze for at least 3 hours....
