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Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)CREAM LAYER:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups 2% milk3 egg yolks, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extractPINEAPPLE LAYER:1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup water1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained2 tablespoons butterMERINGUE:3 egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar6 tablespoons sugar Preparation Line a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil....

Ingredients 3 eggs1 cup sugar1 cup old-fashioned oats3/4 cup dark corn syrup1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)Whipped topping and toasted sweetened shredded coconut, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour into pastry shell. Bake at 375° for 15 minutes; reduce heat to 350°. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each) 1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup sweet chili sauce, divided 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1-1/4 cups shredded lettuce1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded2 tablespoons rice vinegar4 bread wraps (9 inches)1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1 small cucumber, peeled and sliced into 3-inch strips1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro2 green onions, chopped1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly slicedSriracha chili sauce Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup half-and-half cream3 tablespoons Cream of Wheat1/4 cup canned pumpkin2 teaspoons sugar1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonAdditional 2% milk Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk, cream and Cream of Wheat. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir until blended. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes or until thickened, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in the pumpkin, sugar and cinnamon. Serve with additional milk.

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 teaspoons paprika1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 celery rib or broccoli stalkSliced apples and assorted crackers Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheeses until smooth. Stir in the cheddar cheese, paprika and cayenne. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. With a knife, add vertical lines to the cheese ball to resemble a pumpkin; insert a celery rib or broccoli stalk for the stem....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup canned pumpkin2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons onion powder2 tablespoons dried minced onion1-1/2 teaspoons each minced fresh oregano, sage, rosemary and thyme1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2-3/4 to 3-1/4 cups bread flour2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup butter, melted, optional6 honey wheat braided pretzel twists, halved Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin, garlic powder, onion powder, dried onion, fresh herbs, salt, cayenne, yeast mixture and 1-1/2 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1 cup mashed sweet potatoes3/4 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves3 large eggs, beaten1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1 tablespoon dark rumPastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)PECANS:2 cups pecan halves1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup heavy whipping creamWhipped cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add the eggs, cream, milk and rum; mix well....

Ingredients 3 pounds fresh broccoli spears1 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon butter4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons grated lemon zest Preparation Place broccoli in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, heat broth and butter until butter is melted. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into broth mixture....

Ingredients 2 cans (12 ounces each) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened raspberries, partially thawed2 to 4 tablespoons sugar2 liters club soda, chilledIce cubes Preparation In a blender, combine lemonade concentrate, raspberries and sugar. Cover and process until blended. Strain to remove seeds. In a 4-1/2-qt. container, combine raspberry mixture, club soda and ice cubes. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 10 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon red gel food coloring1/4 teaspoon green gel food coloring Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy; beat in egg and extract. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture, blending well....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro3 cans (16 ounces each) red beans, rinsed and drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon pepper3 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until tender. Add cilantro; cook and stir until wilted, about 1 minute. Stir in the beans, salt, cumin and pepper....

Ingredients 3 pounds red potatoes, cubed (about 10 cups)1/3 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped1/3 cup chopped red onion1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain; transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 2 medium acorn squash (about 1-1/2 pounds each), peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes1 large butternut squash (5 to 6 pounds), peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary1 tablespoon kosher salt1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 log (11 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon maple syrup, warmed slightly Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Toss squashes with oil and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into strips2 small onions, cut into wedges2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Place the cauliflower, red peppers and onions in a shallow roasting pan. Add the oil, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Roast, uncovered, at 425° for 20 minutes. Stir; roast 10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender and lightly browned....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 large onion, chopped1 cup chopped celery1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 garlic clove, minced1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram2 cups half-and-half cream1 cup whole milk1/4 cup butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (16-1/2 ounces) cream-style corn1 can (16 ounces) salmon, drained, boned and flaked Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, onion, celery, chicken broth, garlic, salt and marjoram. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 small sweet red pepper1 salmon fillet (8 ounces)1/2 cup finely chopped carrot1 tablespoon chopped shallot1 tablespoon canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 cups 2% milk1 teaspoon seafood seasoning1/4 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional Preparation Broil red pepper 4 in. from the heat until skin blisters, about 5 minutes. With tongs, rotate pepper a quarter turn. Broil and rotate until all sides are blistered and blackened....

Ingredients 1/4 cup pizza sauce2 tablespoons chopped pepperoni2 tablespoons chopped smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon onion powderDash salt and pepper4 slices white bread1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 tablespoon butter, softened Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and microwave on high until heated through. Spread two slices of bread with meat mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Top with remaining bread. Butter outsides of sandwiches....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up3/4 to 1 cup buttermilkCOATING:1-1/2 to 2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1 tablespoon paprika1/4 teaspoon ground sage1/4 teaspoon ground thyme1/8 teaspoon baking powderOil for frying Preparation Pat chicken pieces with paper towels; place in large flat dish. Pour buttermilk over chicken; cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight. Combine coating ingredients in a shallow dish or large resealable plastic bag....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced1 large onion, chopped1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and squeezed dry1 small head cabbage, shredded1/2 teaspoon pepper5 cups uncooked egg noodles6 tablespoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons salt Preparation In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon until almost crisp. Add onion; cook and stir until bacon is crisp and onion is tender. Drain. Add the sauerkraut, cabbage and pepper; mix well. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen pineapple chunks1 cup (8 ounces) frozen mango chunks1/2 cup unsweetened finely shredded coconut3 pitted dates 3 cups coconut milk Preparation Pulse all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Serve immediately.