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Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons beaten egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons red candied cherries, chopped1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted2 teaspoons poppy seeds Preparation Line a 5-in. x 3-in. x 2-in. loaf pan with waxed paper; set aside. In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 domestic goose (10 to 12 pounds)1 teaspoon salt2 small navel oranges, quartered1 small onion, quartered2 garlic cloves3/4 cup orange marmalade3 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Sprinkle goose and inside cavity with salt. Prick skin well with a fork. Place the oranges, onion and garlic in cavity. Tuck wings under goose; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan....

Ingredients 10 fresh basil leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil2 cups plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons balsamic vinegarSalt and pepper to taste1/3 cup Crisco® Pure Olive Oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 French bread baguette Preparation Stack 5 basil leaves one on top of each other; roll up. Slice crosswise thinly. Repeat with remaining basil. Combine tomatoes, balsamic vinegar and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Combine olive oil and garlic in a small microwave-safe bowl....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2-1/4 cups finely chopped pecans1-1/3 cups sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide into three portions. Wrap each and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams2 bacon strips, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup water1-3/4 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 3/4-in. cubes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried savory1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Drain clams, reserving clam juice. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Separate biscuits and cut into quarters. In an ungreased 9-in. round baking pan, combine the remaining ingredients. Add biscuits and toss to coat. Bake at 450° for 8-12 minutes or until golden brown. Invert onto a serving platter....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup canned pumpkin2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon30 wooden pop sticks1/3 cup green gumdrops, halved lengthwiseICING:4 cups confectioners’ sugar5 tablespoons water3 tablespoons meringue powderGreen and orange paste or gel food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup quick-cooking oats2/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 egg, lightly beaten3/4 cup fat-free milk1/3 cup canola oil2 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine the egg, milk, oil, orange juice and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups cake flour1-1/2 cups sugar3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed4 large egg whites, room temperature3/4 cup 2% milk, divided 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/3 cup red and green jimmiesBUTTERCREAM:6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped1/4 cup heavy whipping cream6 large egg whites1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups unsalted butter, cubed1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup baking cocoaOptional edible decorations: Cookies, gold mist, melted chocolate, candy coating, gold pearl sprinkles...

Ingredients 8 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb4 cups chopped onion2 cups white vinegar2-1/3 cups packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cool. Refrigerate in covered containers.

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 10 tbsp. cold butter 2 tbsp. cold butter 1/4 c. sugar 3 tbsp. sugar 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/2 tbsp. heavy cream 1 egg yolk 1 pt. blueberries 3 nectarines 3 tbsp. cornstarch Preparation Step 1Pulse flour, butter, 3 tablespoons sugar, and salt in a food processor until mixture resembles coarse meal. In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream and egg yolk, and then add to flour mixture and pulse just until clumps of dough form....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs4 tablespoons butter, cubed1 medium onion, finely chopped1 celery rib, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tart apple, chopped1 egg, beaten1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper8 bone-in pork loin chops (6 ounces each)Chicken broth Preparation In a skillet, brown bread crumbs in butter until golden; remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion, celery and garlic in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed1-1/2 cups water1 tablespoon whole milk5 tablespoons butter, softened, divided5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten Preparation In a saucepan, cook potato in water until tender. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup water; cool to 120°-130°. Mash potato; measure 1/2 cup (discard any remaining potato)....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds)1 tablespoon canola oil5 cups water, divided8 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered4 medium carrots, halved widthwise1 medium onion, quartered1 teaspoon minced garlic3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 bay leaves2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, brown roast on all sides....

Ingredients 2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 c. heavy cream 2 c. whole milk 3 (3.4-oz.) packages vanilla pudding mix 1 c. pumpkin puree 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 12 graham cracker sheets 1/2 c. caramel Chopped pecans, for garnish Preparation Step 1In a large bowl using a hand mixer or in the bowl of stand mixer using the whisk attachment, beat cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 package red velvet cake mix (regular size)2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/4 cups warm water (120° to 130°)1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup butter, meltedICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Combine cake mix, 1 cup flour and yeast. Add water; beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)....

Ingredients 2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt, divided1 teaspoon dried thyme3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided6 chicken leg quarters3/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place potatoes, spinach and onion in a greased shallow roasting pan. Add oil, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt, thyme and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss to combine....

Ingredients 1/4 cup minced fresh rosemary3 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons salt, divided1 teaspoon pepper1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds) 1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup beef broth2 cups water2 cups 2% milk1 cup cornmeal1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons butter, cubedOptional: Additional rosemary and Parmesan cheese Preparation Mix rosemary, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt and pepper; rub over meat. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown meat. Transfer meat to a 5- or 6-qt....

Ingredients 6 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each), broken into pieces1-1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil2 cups miniature marshmallows8 whole graham crackers, broken into bite-size pieces Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, toss chocolate and oil. Microwave, uncovered, at 50% power for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until chocolate is melted, stirring once. Stir in marshmallows and graham crackers. Spoon into paper-lined muffin cups (about 1/3 cup each). Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 large egg2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup raspberry, strawberry or apricot preservesGLAZE:1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons shortening Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Cream butter and pudding mix until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg. Add flour; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Shape dough into 1-1/4-in. balls; roll in sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets....