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Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size), divided1/4 cup canola oil4 large eggs, divided use1 cup chopped walnuts, divided1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Set aside 1/2 cup cake mix for filling. In a small bowl, combine the oil, 1 egg and remaining cake mix. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup walnuts....

Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, cut into strips1 medium onion, sliced into rings1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon olive oil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon garlic powderDash cayenne pepperCooked spaghetti or rice, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute green pepper, onion and mushrooms in olive oil for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons dried minced onion1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2-1/2 teaspoons paprika2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons pepper1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powderADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR DRESSING:1 cup mayonnaise1 cup buttermilkADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR DIP:1 cup sour cream Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: about 6 tablespoons mix (enough to make 6 batches)....

Ingredients 3 large eggs3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup lemon juice1/4 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon grated lemon zestCAKE:1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin1/2 cup boiling water1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup canola oil1-3/4 cups sugar, divided4 large eggs, room temperature4 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 cup lemon juice1 teaspoon lemon extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup evaporated milk3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrateFROSTING:6 ounces cream cheese, softened6 tablespoons butter, softened3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup seedless raspberry jamFresh raspberries, optional...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened2-3/4 cups sugar5 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon vanilla extract3 cups cake flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup alcoholic raspberry ginger beer or nonalcoholic plain ginger beer2 cups fresh raspberriesSYRUP:1/2 cup alcoholic raspberry ginger beer or nonalcoholic plain ginger beer1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup lime juiceGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons lime juice Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb3 medium onions, chopped1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup white vinegar2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon pickling spice Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients. Place pickling spice on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasoning; tie securely with string. Add to saucepan. Cook 1 hour or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini or ravioli2 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons butter4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk1 jar (15 ounces) marinara sauce4 ounces cream cheese, cubed2 green onions, thinly sliced1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, cook garlic in butter for 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 3 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place asparagus in a baking pan lined with heavy-duty foil. Drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the thyme, salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Ingredients 1 package (24 ounces) refrigerated sour cream and chive mashed potatoesButter-flavored cooking spray8 flour tortillas (8 inches)1 cup chopped fully cooked ham 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Heat mashed potatoes according to package directions. Spritz cooking spray over one side of each tortilla. Place half of the tortillas on a griddle, greased side down. Spread with mashed potatoes; top with ham, cheese and remaining tortillas, greased side up. Cook over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted1/3 cup packed brown sugar8 canned unsweetened pineapple slices4 maraschino cherries, halvedCHEESECAKE:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 eggs, lightly beatenCAKE:1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 10-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup ground fully cooked hamCrackers or snack rye bread Preparation In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, pineapple and ham. Serve with crackers or bread.

Ingredients 1/2 cup soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground ginger1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch thin strips1 tablespoon canola oil2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 cup cubed sweet red pepper1 cup sliced green onions1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup waterHot cooked rice Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, garlic and ginger....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, divided2/3 cup packed brown sugar1 jar (6 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits or crushed pineapple, undrained1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)Vanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a microwave, melt 1/2 cup butter; stir in brown sugar. Spread evenly onto bottom of a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with cherries and pecans; top with pineapple. Sprinkle evenly with dry cake mix....

Ingredients kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. white wine vinegar 1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 c. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1 clove garlic 1 large tomato 8 large eggs Preparation Step 1Preheat the broiler to medium-high.Step 2To poach the eggs, put a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 6 cups water, 1 tablespoon salt, and the vinegar. Bring to a simmer.Step 3In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan, parsley, and garlic....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless turkey breast halves (2 pounds each) 2/3 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup cider vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water20 Hawaiian sweet rolls2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Place turkey in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. In a small bowl, combine next 6 ingredients; pour over turkey. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 25 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups finely chopped fresh rhubarb1/3 cup water1/4 cup sugar3 cups reduced-fat plain Greek yogurt2 tablespoons honey3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Place rhubarb, water and sugar in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high 3 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. Transfer to a bowl; cool slightly. Refrigerate until cold. In a small bowl, whisk yogurt and honey until blended....

Ingredients 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. pumpkin spice 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. pumpkin puree 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 c. chocolate chips 1 1/2 qt. vanilla ice cream 1 tsp. cinnamon 2 pt. coffee ice cream Mini chocolate chips Crushed gingersnaps Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and line two large baking sheets with parchment....

Ingredients 12 ounces (2 cups) semisweet chocolate chips1 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup sugar Preparation In a small heavy saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 2 minutes. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Warm gently before serving.

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed1 cup Three-Meat Sauce1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into four portions. Roll each into a 6-in. circle. Spread 1/4 cup sauce over half of each circle to within 1/2 in. of edge; top with 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese....

Ingredients c. coarsely chopped fresh mint 1 clove garlic 1 egg 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 c. olive oil 16 uncooked medium king prawns 1 3/4 lb. russet potatoes 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 2 clove garlic 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 oz. baby arugula leaves Preparation Step 1Make mint aïoli. Blend or process mint, garlic, egg and mustard until mixture is pureed. With motor running, add oil in a thin, steady stream until aïoli thickens....