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Ingredients 1/2 cup water (80° to 90°)1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons old-fashioned oats1 cup plus 2 tablespoons bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons bread machine yeast3 tablespoons dried cranberries or raisins Preparation In a small bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)1-1/2 cups water1 envelope brown gravy mix1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1 envelope onion soup mix1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper3 pounds potatoes (about 9 medium), peeled and quartered1 pound carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Brown roast on all sides. In a small bowl, whisk water, gravy mix, dressing mix, soup mix, garlic powder and pepper until blended; add to pan....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted3/4 cup salsa1 cup cubed cooked turkey or chickenTortilla chips Preparation In a small saucepan, combine soup and salsa. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; stir in turkey. Heat through. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Ingredients 2 cups fresh corn2 tablespoons canola oil, divided4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped3 small zucchini, chopped1 large red onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/4 cup salsa verde1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly slicedReduced-fat sour cream, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute corn in 1 tablespoon oil until lightly browned....

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sour cream1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1 cup each chopped green peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes and carrots1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Unroll both tubes of crescent dough; press onto the bottom and 1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Seal perforations. Bake at 375° for 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 3 large egg yolks6 tablespoons sugar, divided1 cup heavy whipping cream2 ounces white baking chocolate, finely chopped1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the cream, chocolate and 2 tablespoons sugar. Heat over medium-low heat until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolk mixture; return all to the pan, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 4 large eggs3 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup packed light brown sugar1 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extract6 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts10 cups cubed croissants or French breadSAUCE:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream6 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1/4 cup hot caramel ice cream topping Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, brown sugar, milk, cinnamon and vanilla until blended....

Ingredients 3/4 pound ground beef1 small onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup canned mixed vegetables, drained1 can (10-1/4 ounces) beef gravy, divided1 tablespoon butter1 cup milk2 eggs1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup water1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add vegetables and 1/4 cup of gravy; set aside. Place butter in a 10-in. pie plate and place in a 425° oven until melted....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes1 medium onion, chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper10 flour tortillas (6 inches)3 cups (12 ounces each) shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese or Colby-Jack cheese1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained Preparation In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain. Add tomatoes, onion and seasonings. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Arrange 5 tortillas in the bottom of a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 cup crushed cornflakes1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 cup prepared ranch salad dressing1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubesAdditional ranch dressing Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place dressing in another bowl. Toss chicken cubes in dressing, then roll in cornflake mixture. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, until no longer pink, 12-15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 head garlic 1/2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 c. chopped onion 1 c. chopped celery 4 can stewed tomatoes 1 bay leaf 2 tsp. dried basil 1 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. dried thyme Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove papery skin from garlic, leaving heads intact. Place garlic on a sheet of heavy-duty foil; drizzle with 1/4 teaspoon olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) chocolate wafer cookies, crushed3/4 cup sugar, divided1/2 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, divided3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled1-1/3 cups sour cream, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 cup chopped pecans3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon almond extractGLAZE:5 ounces semisweet chocolate, divided1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup white baking chips2 teaspoons canola oilRaspberries, optionalMint leaves, optional...

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup baking cocoa1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltTOPPING:3 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup butter, melted1/3 cup 2% milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans, toasted12 caramels1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 cup each shredded zucchini, yellow summer squash and carrots1 large egg, lightly beaten2 cups soft whole wheat bread crumbs1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon butter6 hamburger buns, split6 slices reduced-fat cheddar cheese6 lettuce leaves6 slices tomato Preparation In a greased cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute onion and garlic for 1 minute. Add the zucchini, yellow squash and carrots; saute until tender....

Ingredients 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 oz. pancetta 3 clove garlic 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper 1/4 c. vodka 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 can whole peeled Italian tomatoes with their juices Pinch of sugar 2 sprig basil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, heat the oil. Saute the pancetta, garlic and crushed red pepper over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)2 packages (3 ounces each) lime gelatin1 cup boiling water1/2 cup cold waterTOPPING:1 cup cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedGreen sprinkles Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cool on a wire rack 1 hour. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water; stir in cold water and set aside....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar2 large eggs1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)3 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk4 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooledCREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract5 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1/3 cup pomegranate juice1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon grated tangerine zest4 tangerines, peeled and sectioned2 medium kiwifruit, peeled, halved and sliced1 medium apple, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 large ripe banana, sliced1 large pear, cut into 1/2-inch slices1-1/2 cups cubed fresh pineapple1/2 cup pomegranate seeds Preparation In a small saucepan, combine pomegranate juice and sugar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in tangerine zest; cool to room temperature....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta1/4 cup water1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn24 cherry tomatoes, halved2 cups crumbled feta cheese1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped1 small red onion, finely chopped1/4 cup minced fresh mint2 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped, optional1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper1 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions for al dente. Drain orzo; rinse with cold water and drain well....

Ingredients 1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 tablespoon butter1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup ketchup1/2 cup cider vinegar1 teaspoon salt1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold waterHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, saute the sausage, onion, green pepper and celery in butter over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside....