Ingredients 1-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon chocolate frosting, divided24 fudge-striped cookies72 pieces candy corn24 milk chocolate kisses24 red-hot candies Preparation Spread 1-1/2 cups frosting on the bottoms of cookies. For feathers, insert three pieces each of candy corn in a fan shape into frosting. Place a chocolate kiss on each cookie for the body. For wattles, attach a red-hot to the side of each kiss with a dab of remaining frosting....
Ingredients 2 packages (6 ounces each) cherry or raspberry gelatin2-1/2 cups boiling water1 cup cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix Preparation In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in water; set aside for 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix until smooth, about 1 minute. Quickly pour into gelatin; whisk until well blended. Pour into an oiled 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Chill until set. Cut into cubes or use a heart-shaped cookie cutter....
Ingredients 1 1/2 vanilla beans 1/2 c. olive oil 3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar kosher salt 8 shrimp 1 1/2 c. chicken broth 1 pinch saffron threads 2 tbsp. Fresh basil 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/2 c. Israeli (toasted pasta) couscous Pepper Preparation Step 1Split 1 vanilla bean lengthwise; scrape out its seeds. Place seeds and pod in a small saucepan, and add olive oil. Cook on medium heat about 7 minutes....
Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon curry powder1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained, divided1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked couscous, optional Preparation In a nonstick skillet, cook the onion, garlic and curry powder in oil for 3-4 minutes or until onion is tender....
Ingredients 6 cups vegetable broth2 cups dried green split peas, rinsed1 medium onion, chopped1 cup chopped carrots2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: Shredded carrots and sliced green onions Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until peas are tender, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening1 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup vanilla or white chips, melted and cooled2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup buttermilk3 tablespoons orange juice1 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon zest and vanilla....
Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 cup frozen corn3/4 cup water1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 teaspoon salt, optional1 cup uncooked instant white or brown rice1 green onion, sliced Preparation In a large skillet, combine the beans, tomatoes, corn, water, jalapeno and salt if desired. Bring to a boil over high heat; stir in rice. Cover and remove from the heat....
Ingredients 14 to 15 whole graham crackers3-1/2 cups 2% milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedTOPPING:2 ounces semisweet chocolate2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line a 13x9-in. dish with half the graham crackers, breaking crackers to fit as needed. Whisk milk and pudding mixes 2 minutes; let stand until soft-set, about 2 minutes....
Ingredients 2 tbsp. dashi soup stock powder 3 tbsp. soy sauce 2 1/2 tsp. mirin 3/4 tsp. sesame oil 5 c. cooked white rice, room temperature 1/2 lb. short rib slices, approximately 5 ribs 1 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tbsp. mirin 1 tbsp. sake 1 tbsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. fresh ginger 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp. cornstarch 1 1/2 tsp. water 1 tbsp. sesame 1 tbsp. sesame oil...
Ingredients 1 jar (8-1/2 ounces) julienned oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes2 garlic cloves, minced1 log (11 ounces) fresh goat cheeseMinced fresh parsley, optionalAssorted crackers Preparation Drain tomatoes, reserving 3 tablespoons of oil. In a small skillet, heat reserved oil, tomatoes and garlic over medium-high heat. Cook and stir 5 minutes or until garlic is golden and tomatoes are heated through. To serve, place cheese on a serving plate. Pour tomato mixture over cheese....
Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided2 cups Tootsie Roll Midgees2 tablespoons peanut butter3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans1/3 cup green and red M&M’s Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil. Grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, melt the Tootsie Rolls, peanut butter and remaining butter over low heat, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in the confectioners’ sugar, milk and vanilla (mixture will be very thick)....
Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1/3 cup sliced fresh strawberries1/3 cup fresh raspberries1/3 cup fresh blueberries1/4 cup sliced red onionDRESSING:1/4 cup vegetable oil3 tablespoons raspberry lemonade concentrate2 tablespoons white vinegar1 to 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon sugar Preparation In a large serving bowl, combine the spinach, berries and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon....
Ingredients 1 pint grape tomatoes, quartered1 medium mango, peeled and chopped2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and chopped3 green onions, thinly sliced3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon lime juiceBURRITOS:1 pound lean ground turkey1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup Burgundy wine or reduced-sodium beef broth1 jar (16 ounces) salsa2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained10 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese...
Ingredients 6 oz. dried whole wheat linguine or spaghetti 3 c. broccoli florets 1 1/2 c. baby carrots 1 c. chopped red sweet pepper 4 Morningstar Farms® Chik Patties® Original 1/4 c. shredded mozzarella cheese 2 c. marinara sauce Preparation Step 1In large pan cook linguine according to package directions, except omit any oil or salt. During the last 3 minutes of cooking time add broccoli, carrots, and red pepper to pasta....
Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt2 cups 2% milk2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese4 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and salt until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheeses.
Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast3 cups warm milk (120° to 130°), divided4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons salt1/4 cup butter, melted2 eggs, lightly beaten Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in 1 cup warm milk. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Gradually stir in the yeast mixture and butter until smooth. Combine the eggs and remaining milk; stir into the batter until well combined....
Ingredients 6 eggs3 cups shredded zucchini1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese1 cup butter, melted2 cups cornmeal1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs. Stir in the zucchini, cottage cheese and butter. Combine the dry ingredients; stir into zucchini mixture just until combined. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....
Ingredients 1 medium onion, thinly sliced2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup whole milk2 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch slices2 cups fresh or frozen corn1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn3/4 cup panko bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour, garlic, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk....
Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 10 cups)4 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon canola oil4 ounces cream cheese, cubed3-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided1 cup 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place cauliflower on a 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Melt 1 tablespoon butter; drizzle over cauliflower. Add oil; toss to coat. Roast until lightly browned and tender, 20-25 minutes. In a large saucepan, melt cream cheese and remaining 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat....
Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped3 green onions, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups water2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cups cooked brown rice2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried thyme1 bay leaf3/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small nonstick skillet, brown flour over medium-high heat; set aside. In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, green pepper, celery and green onions in oil until tender....
