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Ingredients 6 large pasteurized eggs, separated2 cups sugar2 tablespoons brandy or rum1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon bitters (preferably Angostura)1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar, optionalEACH SERVING:3/4 cup boiling water or hot milk1 ounce brandy1 ounce rum Freshly grated nutmeg, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until thin and loose, about 1 minute. Gradually beat in sugar, brandy, vanilla, pie spice and bitters; beat until thick and frothy, 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup buttermilk1/4 cup minced fresh tarragon1/4 cup white wine vinegar3 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 pounds cherry tomatoes, halved1/3 cup minced fresh chives Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first 8 ingredients until blended. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Just before serving, arrange tomatoes on a platter; drizzle with vinaigrette. Sprinkle with chives.

Ingredients 4 garlic cloves, peeled2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated spinach tortellini1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup milk1/4 cup prepared pesto1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pint grape tomatoes26 frilled toothpicks Preparation Place garlic cloves on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Wrap foil around garlic. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Cool for 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water....

Ingredients 1 tube (16.3 ounces) large refrigerated flaky biscuits3 tablespoons pizza sauce16 slices pepperoni1/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 cup shredded pizza cheese blend1 large egg yolk, beatenAssorted food coloring Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll each biscuit into a 4-in. circle. Transfer four biscuits to an ungreased baking sheet; spread pizza sauce to 1/2 in. of edges. Top each with pepperoni, pineapple, olives and cheese....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds red potatoes (about 6 medium), baked1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled3 cups sour cream2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 green onions, sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut baked potatoes into 1-in. cubes. Place half in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the salt, pepper and bacon. Top with half of the sour cream and cheeses. Repeat layers....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups buttermilk pancake mix1/3 cup milk1/4 cup butter, diced3 cups mixed berries3 tablespoons sugar1 pint half and half Preparation Mix pancake mix, milk, and butter together until a dough forms. Drop 1/3 cup portions onto a baking sheet, and bake at 425 for 10-12 minutes (until just slightly brown on top). No need to shape the biscuits. Toss the berries in the sugar. Place 5 biscuits in a bowl, divide the berries and half and half evenly, and pour over the biscuits....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) wagon wheel pasta8 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes1 medium sweet red pepper, diced1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano1 bottle (16 ounces) creamy Parmesan Romano salad dressing Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large serving bowl, combine the pasta, cheese, red pepper, olives and oregano. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons butter1-1/4 cups chicken broth1 cup chopped peeled apple1/2 cup beer or additional chicken broth1/2 cup cooked wild rice1/4 teaspoon white pepper8 ounces Gouda cheese, shredded4 teaspoons all-purpose flour2/3 cup half-and-half cream Preparation In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the broth, apple, beer or additional broth, wild rice and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound summer sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes3 cups shredded cabbage1 large sweet onion, halved and sliced1 medium green pepper, cut into strips1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips1 small zucchini, sliced1 small yellow summer squash, sliced1 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges1/2 cup butter, cut into eight cubes1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing...

Ingredients 1 envelope taco seasoning3 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce, divided4 pounds fresh or frozen chicken wingettes, thawed1 cup ranch salad dressing Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the taco seasoning, oil, vinegar and 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) pineapple chunks1 medium onion, finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped sweet yellow pepper1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt1 pound lean ground beefSAUCE:1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup soy sauce3 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons vinegar3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Green onions, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice; set pineapple aside. In a bowl, combine onion, peppers, bread crumbs, ginger, salt and reserved pineapple juice....

Ingredients 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1-1/2 pounds sea scallops2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 medium onions, halved and sliced1 medium zucchini, sliced4 small carrots, sliced1/4 cup Thai peanut sauce1/4 teaspoon saltHot cooked riceLime wedges, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add half the scallops; stir-fry until firm and opaque. Remove from pan. Repeat with an additional 1 teaspoon oil and remaining scallops. In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered1/4 cup butter1 medium onion, chopped2 celery ribs with leaves, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 bunch Tuscan kale, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups farmer cheese, crumbled, divided Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 3 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered lengthwise kosher salt 2 tbsp. butter, melted 1/2 c. whole milk 1 c. sour cream Freshly ground black pepper lb. ground beef (can substitute lamb or turkey if preferred) 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can beef gravy 1/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 c. fresh or frozen baby green peas 1/4 tbsp. butter...

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1/3 cup coarsely chopped water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons mayonnaise1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/8 teaspoon dried oregano2 English muffins, split and toasted Preparation Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, combine the tuna, artichokes, mayonnaise, 1/4 cup cheese, lemon pepper and oregano. Spread over English muffin halves. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 4-6 in....

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup seedless strawberry jam2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon prepared mustard Preparation In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the jam, vinegar and mustard. Cover and microwave on high for 20-25 seconds or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips3 ounces cream cheese, cubed1 teaspoon water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractColored sprinkles, colored sugar and/or jimmies Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chips at 50% power. Add the cream cheese, water and vanilla; stir until blended. Chill until easy to handle, about 1 hour. Quickly shape into 1-1/4-in. eggs. Roll in sprinkles, colored sugar or jimmies. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator....

Ingredients 1 large English cucumber 2 1/4 c. seedless green grapes 1 1/2 c. almonds, plus 2 tablespoons 1 1/2 c. vegetable broth 2 tbsp. Chopped fresh dill 1 small clove garlic 1/2 small shallot 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. sherry vinegar 2 tbsp. sherry salt and pepper Preparation Step 1Put cucumber, 2 cups grapes, 1 1/2 cups almonds, vegetable broth, 1 tablespoon dill, garlic, and shallot into a blender and puree until smooth, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef, cooked and drained2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken with rice soup, undiluted1 cup sliced onion1 cup uncooked wild rice1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon each celery salt, garlic salt and onion salt1/4 teaspoon curry powder1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon soy sauce1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beef, soup, onion, rice, mushrooms and seasonings; mix well....

Ingredients 2/3 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs1 tablespoon grated orange zest2-1/2 cups cake flour1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup orange juice1/3 cup 2% milkFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons orange gelatin powder2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....