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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar6 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sweetened shredded coconut2/3 cup chopped pecans, toastedOptional: butter pecan ice cream, confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla. Combine flour and salt; stir into creamed mixture just until combined....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1/3 cup chopped onion3 tablespoons butter5 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper25 slices pepperoni1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation In a large skillet, cook potatoes and onion in butter until tender and lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Pour over potato mixture. Sprinkle with pepperoni. Cover and cook on medium-low heat until eggs are set, 10-12 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk4 cups shredded cabbage3/4 cup pineapple tidbitsPaprika, optional Preparation For dressing, mix first 4 ingredients. Place cabbage and pineapple in a large bowl. Add dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. If desired, sprinkle with paprika.

Ingredients 4 large navel oranges, sliced4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), split lengthwise1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) plums, pitted, drained1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate1/3 cup chili sauce1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted, optional Preparation Arrange orange slices in two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Top with game hens; sprinkle with pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 teaspoons sugar1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons shortening1 teaspoon salt2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flourTOPPING:2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 large egg1/3 cup whole milk1 teaspoon finely chopped onionPoppy seeds Preparation Dissolve yeast and sugar in water. Combine milk, shortening and salt; stir into yeast mixture. Add enough flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (5 pounds)6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil3 garlic cloves, minced4 bay leaves1 large onion, thinly sliced3 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1/2 cup boiling water1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted4 to 5 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Cut roast in half; rub with 2 tablespoons vinegar. Combine salt, garlic powder and pepper; rub over meat....

Ingredients 3 beef shanks (14 ounces each) 1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon canola oil1 small onion, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 cup dry red wine or beef broth1 cup beef broth1 lemon slice1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon water Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt. Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, brown beef in batches. Press cancel....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup canned pumpkin2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped5 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons ground ginger1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:2/3 cup butter, cubed4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in pumpkin, eggs and crystallized ginger....

Ingredients 4 cups sliced fresh plums (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 frozen deep-dish pie crust (9 inches)TOPPING:1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 tablespoons cold butter Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, sprinkle plums with lemon juice. Combine sugar, flour, salt and cinnamon. Add to plums; toss gently to coat. Pour into pie shell....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon paprika4 thin slices fully cooked ham1 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper3 to 4 tablespoons mayonnaiseSAUCE:1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons white wine Preparation Flatten the chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. Spread mustard on one side; sprinkle with paprika. Top each with a ham slice....

Ingredients 2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise2/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 tablespoon chopped green onions1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons Beau Monde seasoning2 teaspoons dill weedAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with vegetables.

Ingredients 10 cups chicken broth2 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each), skin removed1 egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup dry bread crumbs4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided1 pound ground beef1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth and chicken to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed, crushed1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup quick-cooking tapioca1/2 cup sugar1/8 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon sugar1 cup 2% milk1 egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the raspberries, orange juice and tapioca; let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in sugar and salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients Ice cubes1 ounce raspberry liqueur1/2 ounce orange liqueur1/2 ounce pomegranate juice3 fresh raspberries1/2 cup chilled Champagne Preparation Fill a mixing glass or tumbler one-third full with ice. Add the raspberry liqueur, orange liqueur and pomegranate juice; stir until condensation forms on outside of glass. Place raspberries in a chilled champagne flute or cocktail glass; strain liqueur mixture into glass. Top with Champagne.

Ingredients 1/2 cup baking cocoa4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup boiling water1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup dry red wineMASCARPONE ICING:2 cartons (8 ounces each) mascarpone cheese2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Place cocoa and chocolate in a small bowl; whisk in boiling water until chocolate is melted and mixture is blended. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon olive oil1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice2 cups chicken or vegetable broth2 cups water1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the spinach, salt and pepper; cook until spinach is wilted....

Ingredients 1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons slivered almonds3 tablespoons butter, divided3/4 cup water1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped2 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a saucepan, cook and stir the rice, onion and almonds in 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat for 5 minutes or until rice is lightly browned....

Ingredients 3 cups whole milk3 cups half-and-half cream9 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped2-3/4 cups sugar3/4 teaspoon salt6 cups heavy whipping cream3 cups miniature marshmallows2-1/4 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 cups chopped pecans6 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, combine milk and half-and-half; heat to 175°. Add chocolate, sugar and salt; stir until chocolate is melted and sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Quickly transfer to a large bowl; place bowl in a pan of ice water....

Ingredients 1 c. hazelnuts (4 1/2 ounces) 2 c. plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 c. plus 3 tablespoons sugar 1/4 tsp. salt 1 1/2 stick cold unsalted butter 1 large egg 1/4 c. ice water 6 firm 2 tbsp. apple jelly Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the hazelnuts in a pie plate. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Transfer to a kitchen towel and let cool completely, then rub the nuts together vigorously to remove the skins....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup prepared pesto1/8 teaspoon pepperHot cooked couscous Preparation In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute asparagus until crisp-tender. Stir in the cream, pesto and pepper until blended. Return chicken to the pan; heat through....