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Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2/3 cup milk12 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1/4 teaspoon almond extract3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted1/4 cup chopped dried apricots1/4 cup dried cherries1/4 cup dried cranberries Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the confectioners’ sugar, milk and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until combined....

Ingredients 6 cups dandelion greens2 bacon strips, diced2 hard-boiled large eggs, choppedDRESSING:2 eggs2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon sugarWater Preparation Wash dandelion greens thoroughly; drain and place in a large salad bowl. Chill. Meanwhile, in a skillet, fry bacon until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels. Discard all but 2 tablespoons of drippings. For dressing, combine eggs, vinegar, sugar and enough water to make 1 cup. Beat well; pour into the skillet....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free yogurt3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot6 bone-in chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, oil, ginger, sugar and seasonings; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon lime juice2 to 4 drops Louisiana-style hot sauce2 spinach tortillas or flour tortillas of your choice (8 inches), room temperature2 lettuce leaves1/2 medium green pepper, julienned2 slices pepper jack cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice and hot sauce. Spread over tortillas. Top with lettuce, green pepper and cheese; roll up tightly.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon paprika2 teaspoons pepper1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 beef sirloin tip steak (1-1/2 pounds) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Rub over both sides of beef. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Grill beef, covered, over medium heat on a greased grill rack or broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1 small onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium zucchini, cubed2 plum tomatoes, peeled, quartered and chopped2 tablespoons chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the zucchini, tomatoes, green pepper, garlic, salt and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley....

Ingredients 1 package (20 ounces) frozen unsweetened strawberries, thawed1/2 cup water3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons canola oil1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepperTorn mixed salad greens and sliced onion Preparation In a blender, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover and process until smooth. Serve over greens and onion. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh beets2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDRESSING:2/3 cup balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon grated tangerine zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperASSEMBLY:3 tangerines, peeled and sliced1 medium red onion, thinly sliced6 Boston or Bibb lettuce leavesAdditional grated tangerine zest Preparation Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a foil-lined 8-in. square baking pan. Cover and bake at 400° until tender, 50-60 minutes. Cool to room temperature....

Ingredients 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese3 tablespoons white wine or fat-free milk1/2 cup chopped cooked peeled shrimp1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and wine or milk. Stir in the shrimp, onion powder, salt and thyme. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to blend....

Ingredients 1 large flank steak salt and pepper 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. sherry vinegar 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1/4 c. water 1 tbsp. ketchup 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. honey 1 tsp. sugar 1/2 red onion 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary 1/2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves 1/2 tsp. Pepper Preparation Step 1To marinate the steak: At least 24 hours before serving, place all ingredients except steak in a mixing bowl and whisk well to combine....

Ingredients 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tsp. corn syrup c. cocoa powder 3 tbsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. butter 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract 13 tbsp. butter 6 oz. semisweet chocolate (60 percent) 3 1/2 oz. unsweetened chocolate 3/4 c. granulated sugar 1 pinch salt 5 large eggs 16 tbsp. butter 3 c. dark brown sugar 4 large eggs 2 tsp. vanilla extract 3/4 c. cocoa powder 1 tbsp....

Ingredients 6 ice cream sugar cones1/2 cup brickle toffee bits3 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:2 cups finely chopped peeled fresh peaches (about 2 large), divided 1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon cornstarch4 cups vanilla ice cream, softened if necessaryTOPPINGS:1 tablespoon hot caramel ice cream topping2 tablespoons brickle toffee bits Preparation Pulse sugar cones and toffee bits in a food processor until coarsely ground. Drizzle with butter; pulse just until blended. Press onto bottom and up sides of an ungreased 9-in....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 tablespoon sugar1 to 2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon onion powder1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/2 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup all-purpose flour4 cups milk Preparation In a saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaf; press mixture through sieve and set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon butter3 large tomatoes, sliced1/2 teaspoon saltPinch pepper1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups water, divided3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1 to 2 tablespoons finely minced fresh dill or 1 to 2 teaspoons dill weed Preparation In a large saucepan saute onion and garlic in oil and butter until tender. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper; cook over medium-high heat for 3 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese dinner mix1 can (12 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups 2% milk2 packages (9 ounces each) frozen peas and pearl onions1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (2.8 ounces) French-fried onions, divided Preparation Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Stir in the tuna, soup, milk, peas, mushrooms and half of the fried onions....

Ingredients 4 medium turnips, peeled and cubed1 egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup sugar3 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Place turnips in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15 minutes or until tender and drain. Transfer turnips to a bowl and mash. Add the egg, sugar, butter and salt. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cinnamon....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets1/2 cup chopped radishes1/4 cup chopped ripe olives1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles; arrange to fit on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan. Press perforations together to seal. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until golden. Cool....

Ingredients 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)1 cup boiling water4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 tablespoon golden raisins1 tablespoon reduced-fat cream cheese2 teaspoons pine nuts2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup minced fresh basil3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water2 medium tomatoes, chopped...

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped3 tablespoons butter1 cup uncooked long grain rice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 cup water1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon seasoned saltDash pepper2/3 pound fresh or frozen peas, thawed2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the rice; saute until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the broth, water, basil, seasoned salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 jar (10 ounces) seedless raspberry jam or jam of your choice4 whole graham crackers, crushed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. In a small bowl, mix melted butter and vanilla; add to oat mixture, stirring until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup mixture for topping....