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Ingredients 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/3 c. assorted jams, for filling cookies Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350º and line two baking sheets with parchment. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.Step 2In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 2 medium firm bananas, sliced1 tablespoon lime juice2 tablespoons salted peanuts1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon sweetened shredded coconut1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest Preparation In a small bowl, toss bananas with lime juice. Add peanuts and honey; mix well. Spoon into individual dishes. Sprinkle with coconut and lime zest. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2-inch slice pound cake (Sara Lee)2 cups corn flakesGreen and yellow food coloring (McCormick)2 cans (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting24 vanilla cupcakes baked in orange foil liners24 honey wheat sticks (Pringles)144 soft caramels (Kraft)Orange round candies (Sixlets)Yellow and purple candy-coated sunflower seeds (Sunny Seed Drops)Ground cinnamon Preparation Tint 3 tablespoons of the vanilla frosting light green with the green and yellow food coloring. Spoon the frosting into a resealable bag; set aside....

Ingredients 2 medium carrots, sliced2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained3 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons chili powder4 cups chicken stock1 can (11.8 ounces) coconut water3 tablespoons lemon juice2 pounds boneless skinless turkey breast, cut into 1-inch cubes2 teaspoons pepper1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup frozen corn (about 5 ounces), thawed1 cup frozen peas (about 4 ounces), thawed8 ounces rice noodles or thin spaghetti...

Ingredients 3/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking soda2/3 cup butter, melted, divided1/2 cup boiling water2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chunks Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cocoa and baking soda. Stir in 1/3 cup melted butter. Add boiling water; stir until well blended. Stir in sugar, eggs, remaining 1/3 cup melted butter and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup baking cocoa Preparation Prepare and bake brownie mix according to package directions for fudge-like brownies. Cool completely on a wire rack. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, cream the butter, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Place in a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag; set aside....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up and skin removed2 cups sliced celery2 cups fresh or frozen cut green beans1-1/2 cups sliced carrots1 large onion, sliced1 small zucchini, diced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons salt, optional1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, place the chicken, celery, green beans, carrots and onion. In a small bowl, combine the zucchini, tomatoes, tapioca, sugar, salt if desired and pepper....

Ingredients 1 slice Canadian bacon1 large egg1 green onion, chopped2 frozen low-fat multigrain waffles1 tablespoon shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseSliced tomato, optional Preparation In a nonstick skillet, cook Canadian bacon over medium-high heat 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm. In a small bowl, whisk egg and green onion; add to the same pan. Cook and stir until egg is thickened and no liquid egg remains....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, separated3-2/3 cups milk, divided6 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractFresh strawberries Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat egg yolks lightly. Add 1-2/3 cups milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Set aside 1/4 cup batter in a small bowl. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into remaining batter....

Ingredients 3 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced3 medium pears, peeled and sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup maple syrup1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup raisins2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each)Pound cake or ice cream Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, toss apples and pears with lemon juice. Mix brown sugar, maple syrup, butter and cornstarch; pour over fruit. Stir in pecans, raisins and cinnamon sticks....

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Ingredients 1 cup vanilla yogurt2 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon minced fresh mint6 cups seedless red grapes Preparation Process first five ingredients in a food processor until smooth. Place grapes and yogurt mixture in a bowl; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese2 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheeseSugar substitute blend (made with sucralose) equivalent to 1-1/2 cups sugar2 cups vanilla yogurt1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup cornstarch3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenHalved fresh strawberries, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, ricotta and sugar blend until smooth. Beat in yogurt, butter, cornstarch, flour, lemon juice and vanilla....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded zucchini, patted dry1-1/3 cups fat-free plain yogurt3/4 cup sugar2 large egg whites, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil1 large egg, room temperature4 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup raisins1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 teaspoons fat-free milk Preparation In a large bowl, beat the zucchini, yogurt, sugar, egg whites, oil, egg and 3 teaspoons vanilla until well blended....

Ingredients 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage c. chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 2 12-inch store-bought pizza shells 1/2 lb. Fontina 1/4 c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. In a large frying pan, cook the sausage over moderate heat, breaking it up with a fork or wooden spoon, until cooked through and just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.Step 2Brush the sun-dried-tomato oil over the pizza shells. Spread the sausage over the pizza shells....

Ingredients 19 cupcakes of your choiceFrosting of your choiceFood coloringAssorted cake decorations Preparation Place one cupcake in the center of a large platter; arrange six cupcakes around the center cupcake. Add an outer ring of remaining cupcakes, forming a flower shape. Tint frosting as desired; generously spread over tops of cupcakes. Pipe on additional frosting to define the flower petals and center. Decorate as desired.

Ingredients 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes12 large marshmallows3/4 cup finely crushed cornflakes1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter2 tablespoons milk Preparation Mold a spoonful of the sweet potatoes around each marshmallow; roll in cornflake crumbs. Place in a greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a saucepan, bring brown sugar, butter and milk to a boil; pour over the balls. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes.

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, divided 3 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup mashed canned sweet potatoes in syrup1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup maple syrup1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place 2 tablespoons butter in a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Place in oven until butter is melted, 4-5 minutes; carefully swirl butter to coat pan evenly. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and sweet potatoes until blended....

Ingredients 2 c. cooked, mashed sweet potatoes 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon tsp. ground nutmeg c. evaporated milk 1/4 c. Swanson® Chicken Stock 1 small onion 1 can water chestnuts 1 can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free) 3 c. cubed cooked turkey 3 tbsp. water Preparation Step 1Stir the sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and milk in a medium bowl....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) linguine2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups whole milk3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet over low heat, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat....