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Ingredients 1 box vanilla cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box 3 c. heavy whipping cream 1/4 c. vanilla pudding mix 1 c. sweetened condensed milk 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3/4 c. crushed Nilla wafers 2 sliced bananas, divided 1/2 c. crushed Nilla wafers, plus more for garnish 20 whole Nilla Wafers Preparation Step 1Bake cakes: Preheat oven to 350°. Line two 8” cake pans with parchment paper and grease with nonstick cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceDash paprika and pepper Preparation Cut bread in half widthwise; cut one portion in half lengthwise. Save remaining bread for another use. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Spread evenly over cut sides of bread. Place on a baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese1/4 cup minced fresh basil4 plum tomatoes, thinly slicedSalt and pepper to taste1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseAdditional minced fresh basil Preparation Unfold pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 12-in. square; transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Prick with a fork. Combine the mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese and basil; sprinkle over the pastry to within 1 in....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 3/4 cup butter, divided1-1/2 cups sugar1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk2 packages (4.67 ounces each) mint Andes candies1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1 teaspoon vanilla extract22 ounces white baking chocolate, divided1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsGreen food coloring, optional Preparation Butter a 15x10x1-in. pan with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon garam masala1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSAUCE:1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons garam masala2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantroOptional: Hot cooked rice, naan flatbreads and lime wedges...

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup uncooked brown rice1/2 teaspoon dried basil2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium carrots, cut into matchsticks1 medium onion, chopped8 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup raisins2-1/2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces)1 teaspoon salt1 cup pecan halves, toasted Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil; stir in rice and basil. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 30-35 minutes....

Ingredients Cooking spray 9 eggs, separated 1/2 c. plus 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/3 c. black cocoa 3/4 c. plus 3 tbsp. granulated sugar, divided 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 3 tbsp. very finely crushed Oreos Powdered sugar, for dusting 1/4 c. cold water 2 (0.25-oz.) packets unflavored gelatin 4 c. heavy cream 1 c. powdered sugar 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract Pinch kosher salt 1 c. chocolate chips 1 tbsp. coconut oil...

Ingredients 3 c. cake flour 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1 tbsp. salt 1 c. unsalted butter 2 1/4 c. sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 large egg whites 1 c. coconut milk c. Violet Jam 3 c. Violet Buttercream 1 c. unsweetened coconut flakes 24 Candied Violets Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line wells of 18 muffin cups with cupcake liners.Step 2In a bowl, whisk to combine flour, baking powder, and salt....

Ingredients 2 bacon strips, diced1 small onion, chopped2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup water2 tablespoons cider vinegar4 teaspoons sugar1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups refrigerated sliced potatoes2 tablespoons diced pimientos Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. With a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Add the water, vinegar, sugar, parsley and salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup frozen corn1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/2 cup salsa1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro1 bunch romaine, quartered lengthwise through the core1/4 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add corn and onion; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 8 cups torn leaf lettuce or spinach1/2 medium onion, sliced into rings3 bacon strips, diced1/4 cup vinegar2 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped Preparation Place lettuce and onion in a large salad bowl; set aside. In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp (do not drain). Stir in vinegar, water, salt and pepper. Pour over lettuce and toss gently until well coated. Top with egg. Serve immediately....

Ingredients 2 jars (24 ounces each) meatless spaghetti sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1/2 cup Burgundy wine2 tablespoons brown sugar3 garlic cloves, minced2 pounds Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed3/4 cup raisins2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1-1/2 pounds sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cartons (15 ounces each) ricotta cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 packages (24 ounces each) frozen cheese ravioli, thawed1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese18 slices provolone cheese, cut in half6 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese5 large tomatoes, sliced...

Ingredients 3 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup shredded pepper jack cheese6 slices ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon, crumbled Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the potato soup and milk. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until heated through. Ladle into serving bowls. Sprinkle with cheeses and bacon.

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup strawberry yogurt1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided8 slices of white bread4 large eggs1/4 cup whole milk1 tablespoon butter1 cup sliced fresh strawberries, sweetened to taste Preparation In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, yogurt and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Spread 2 tablespoons on 4 slices of bread; top with remaining bread to make 4 sandwiches. Beat eggs, milk and remaining vanilla; dip sandwiches....

Ingredients c. freshly grated pecorino cheese 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter One 1-pound round or oval loaf of semolina or Italian bread 1 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 garlic clove 1/4 c. Gaeta olives 1/4 c. chopped basil 1 medium zucchini Salt and freshly ground pepper 3 medium tomatoes 1/2 small head of frisée Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a bowl, stir the cheese into the butter and spread on one side of each slice of bread....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 24 squares)1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup orange juice1/2 cup water3 large egg yolks, well beaten2 tablespoons lime juice4 teaspoons grated orange zest1 tablespoon butterMERINGUE:3 large egg whites1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar6 tablespoons sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup water1 cup ketchup1/4 cup red wine or beef broth1 envelope brown gravy mix2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Cut meat in half and place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a bowl, combine the water, ketchup, wine, gravy mix, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder; pour over meat....

Ingredients 1 lb. sweet potatoes (2 medium) 1/4 c. ricotta 2 tbsp. maple syrup 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. sweet paprika 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1 large egg 1/2 c. whole wheat flour 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, plus more as needed 2 slices thick-cut bacon, diced 2 tbsp. butter 1/4 c. maple syrup 1 tbsp. bourbon 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika, plus more for serving...

Ingredients 3 cups whole wheat flour2 cups quick-cooking oats2/3 cup packed brown sugar2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon sugar4-1/2 to 5 cups bread flour1-1/2 cups warm water (120° to 130°)1 cup canned pumpkin1/3 cup canola oil1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup raisinsFILLING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup butter, softened Preparation In a large bowl, mix first 7 ingredients and 2 cups bread flour....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, divided2 to 3 slices day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes1 can (15 ounces) dark sweet or Bing pitted cherries2-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1-1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extractWhipped cream and fresh mint, optional Preparation In a medium skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add bread cubes; cook and stir until browned. Remove from the heat; set aside. Drain syrup from cherries into a medium saucepan. Add cornstarch, sugar, extracts and remaining butter; bring to a boil....