Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 4 tsp. baking powder 3 tbsp. brown sugar 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon tsp. ground allspice 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 c. cold butter 3 tbsp. cold vegetable shortening 1 c. mashed sweet potato 6 tbsp. milk 2 tsp. melted butter Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Step 2Combine flour, baking powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice and salt in a bowl.Step 3Add cold butter and vegetable shortening and mix until crumbly....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice4 large eggs1-1/4 cups canola oil3 cups shredded peeled sweet potatoes1 teaspoon rum extract1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 cup golden raisins1 cup chopped walnutsFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup butter, softened5 cups confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon rum extract1-1/2 cups ground walnuts...

Ingredients 1 large egg3/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped peeled tart apple1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, sugar and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir onto egg mixture just until moistened. Fold in apples and walnuts. Transfer to a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 12 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 cup salsa2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup chopped tomatoes1 can (4-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optionalTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and chili powder until smooth; stir in salsa. Spread cream cheese mixture over a large serving platter. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup salsa1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rollsOptional: Shredded lettuce, sliced ripe olives, chopped tomatoes and sliced seeded jalapeno pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the cheese, salsa, chiles, garlic powder, hot pepper sauce, salt and cumin....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. olive oil 2 lb. ground dark-meat turkey 1 large onion 2 minced jalapeño chiles 1 tbsp. ground cumin Coarse salt ground pepper 1 can crushed tomatoes 4 c. fresh or thawed frozen corn kernels 1 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal 2 tsp. Coarse salt 1/4 tsp. ground pepper 4 tbsp. butter 1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Make filling: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 4 beef tenderloin steaks (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon olive oil1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons prepared horseradish2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add steaks; cook 4-6 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons creme de menthe or 3 tablespoons 2% milk plus a dash of peppermint extract1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups vanilla ice cream7 Girl Scout Thin Mint cookiesGreen food coloring, optional Preparation Place all ingredients in a blender in order listed; cover and process until blended. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided1 teaspoon salt4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons butter, divided1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley2 cups hot cooked rice1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine 1/4 cup flour and salt. Dip fillets in flour mixture. In a large nonstick skillet, cook fillets in 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat until fish just begins to flake with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar, divided 2 to 3 drops red food coloring2 to 3 drops green food coloring1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon almond extract2-1/3 cups all-purpose flourFROSTING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened4-1/2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream3/4 teaspoon almond extractRed and green food coloring, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Combine 1/2 cup sugar and red food coloring; set aside. In another bowl, combine remaining sugar with green food coloring; set aside....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (8-inch square pan size)1/3 cup canola oil2 tablespoons water1large eggWHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup white baking chips, melted1 cup heavy whipping cream, whippedCHOCOLATE MOUSSE:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted1 cup heavy whipping cream, whippedTOFFEE MOUSSE:4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup milk chocolate English toffee bits1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whippedAdditional milk chocolate English toffee bits, optional...

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked bow tie pasta1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons minced garlic2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 can (5-1/2 ounces) evaporated milk6 plum tomatoes, cut into quarters2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper6 fresh basil leaves, torn Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1-2 minutes longer. Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually add to skillet....

Ingredients 1/3 cup apricot nectar2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 teaspoon minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground mustard3 medium pears, peeled, halved and sliced12 cups mixed salad greens3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well. Combine the pears and dressing in a large serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until chilled....

Ingredients 3/4 cup half-and-half cream1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium onion, chopped3 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed1/2 pound turkey pastrami, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 cup canned diced beets, well drained4 large eggs1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small bowl, combine cream, hot sauce, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup cream cheese, softened2 cups sugar4 large eggs1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract5 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon saltDecorating icing and/or colored sugars Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 3 medium sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and sliced2 large unpeeled apples, thinly sliced1/3 cup golden raisins1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds2 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup quick-cooking oats2 teaspoons grated lemon zest Preparation In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes, apples, raisins and almonds. Spoon into a shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, oats and lemon zest; sprinkle over sweet potato mixture....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups picante sauce, divided1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained3/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 envelope taco seasoning1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder2 pounds ground beef2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseAdditional picante sauce, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, 1/2 cup picante sauce, beans, corn, onion, olives, bread crumbs, taco seasoning, cumin and chili powder....

Ingredients 2 medium green peppers1/2 pound ground beef or lean ground turkey2 tablespoons chopped onion1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3 tablespoons taco seasoning1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped tomato Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped3/4 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon chili powderTOPPING:1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup yellow cornmeal1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg1/2 cup plain yogurt2 teaspoons butter, melted...

Ingredients 3/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon chili sauce1/4 teaspoon garlic powder6 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, chili sauce and garlic powder. Remove 1/4 cup for basting and refrigerate. Add pork chops to the remaining marinade; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight, turning once....