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Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup shortening2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 teaspoon almond extract1 tablespoon cornstarch4 cups fresh or frozen raspberries Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in eggs and extract. Press two-thirds of the mixture into a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup lemon curdOptional: Additional fresh rosemary and confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. In another bowl, mix flour, rosemary and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk. Wrap and refrigerate until firm enough to roll, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill1 tablespoon capers, drained1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon lemon juice4 spinach tortillas (8 inches), room temperature1/2 pound smoked salmon fillets, flaked Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, dill, capers, garlic powder and lemon juice. Spread over tortillas; top with salmon. Roll up tightly. Cut into 1-in. pieces; secure with toothpicks. Chill until serving. Discard toothpicks before serving....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup finely chopped walnutsFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided 1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sugar sliced pears, drained well and thinly sliced1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Beat butter, sugar and cinnamon until crumbly. Beat in flour and walnuts. Press onto bottom and up side of a 9-in....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked Japanese soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti1/4 cup water1 cup fresh snow peas or sugar snap peas, trimmed3 cups ice water3/4 cup frozen green peas, thawed1 small cucumber, chopped3 green onions, finely choppedSAUCE:1/4 cup creamy peanut butter3 tablespoons orange juice3 tablespoons white or rice vinegar3 tablespoons soy sauce4 teaspoons sesame oil or tahini4 teaspoons canola oil1 tablespoon garlic powder2 to 3 teaspoons hot pepper sauce2-1/4 teaspoons sugarTOPPINGS:1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantroSesame seeds, toasted...

Ingredients 3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened2 to 3 teaspoons peppermint extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup evaporated milk2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll into 1-in. balls and place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Flatten with a glass to 1/4-in. thickness. Cover and freeze for 30 minutes. Microwave chocolate chips and shortening on high until melted; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup molasses1/3 cup water6-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup crushed aniseed1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground allspiceConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. In a bowl, combine corn syrup, molasses and water; set aside....

Ingredients 2 large ripe plantains or bananas, peeled1 cup self-rising flour1 small onion, cut into wedges1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepperOil for deep-fat frying Preparation Place plantains in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Add the flour, onion, salt and pepper; cover and process until blended (batter will be moist). In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°. Drop tablespoons of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 large eggs1/3 cup Dijon mustard2 tablespoons 2% milk1/2 cup all-purpose flour4 cups honey mustard miniature pretzels, finely crushedOil for fryingLemon wedges, optional Preparation Sprinkle catfish with salt and pepper. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, mustard and milk. Place flour and crushed pretzels in separate shallow bowls. Dip fish in flour to coat all sides; shake off excess....

Ingredients 1 package cream cheese 1 can crushed pineapple 1/4 c. walnut pieces (optional— I like the extra crunch, but you may prefer a smoother texture.) 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 c. peanut butter (You don’t really need to measure it.) 12 slice raisin bread 1 apple Preparation Step 1Put the softened cream cheese, pineapple, walnuts, and cinnamon in the mixing bowl. Stir and mash until well combined.Step 2Spread a thin layer of peanut butter on 8 of the slices of raisin toast....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening3 cups sugar6 large eggs, room temperature2 bottles (1 ounce each) red food coloring1 teaspoon lemon extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milkICING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 10-in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion2 teaspoons butter1 can (7 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2/3 cup water1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper Preparation In a saucepan, saute green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Add mushrooms; heat through. Stir in the water, rice, bouillon, parsley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 14-16 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups chopped fully cooked roast beef1 medium onion, sliced1 medium green or sweet red pepper, julienned1 cup sliced mushrooms1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass dish, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Add beef, onion, green pepper and mushrooms; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours....

Ingredients 1 pound beef top round steak1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (46 ounces) V8 juice1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes2 cups sliced celery1 can (16 ounces) crushed tomatoes2 cups sliced celery1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 medium green pepper, chopped1 bay leaf2 tablespoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon each celery seed, paprika and ground mustard and cumin1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon dried basil...

Ingredients 1 can (15 oounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed or 2 cups flaked cooked salmon1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened4 tablespoons salsa2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried cilantro1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, optional8 flour tortillas (8 inches) Preparation Drain salmon; remove any bones. In a small bowl, combine salmon, cream cheese, salsa, parsley and cilantro. Add cumin if desired. Spread about 2 tablespoons salmon mixture over each tortilla....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) spiral pasta1/3 cup minced fresh basil1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1 garlic clove, quartered1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/3 cup olive oil Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, place the basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic and nutmeg. Cover and process on low for 1 minute or until very finely chopped. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon saltFILLING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup orange juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange zest and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 tablespoons 2% milk2 tablespoons canola oil2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries3/4 cup water1 teaspoon grated orange zestOptional: Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream Preparation Place 1 cup water in an 8-qt. electric pressure cooker. In a large bowl, combine the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pork tenderloin (3/4 pound), cut into 1-inch slices2 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham, cut into 1-inch strips1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon cornstarch Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour 1/3 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 2 hours....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons active dry yeast1/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup shortening1 cup sour cream4 large egg yolks, room temperature2 teaspoons grated lemon zestFILLING:3/4 cup canned pumpkin1/3 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in milk. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter and shortening until crumbly....