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Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 green onions, chopped1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained2 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauceAssorted crackers Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in cheddar cheese, onions, pimientos, butter and Worcestershire sauce. Shape mixture into a ball or press into a small bowl; smooth top. Cover and refrigerate. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before unmolding....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons 2% milk1 egg, lightly beaten3 medium black plums, halved and pitted1 cup water3 tablespoons butterMelted butter and cinnamon-sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in milk and egg just until blended. Divide into six portions. On a lightly floured surface, pat each portion of dough into a 5-in. circle. Place a plum half on each circle....

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter1/2 cup packed brown sugar1-3/4 to 2 pounds medium plums, pitted and halved2 large eggs, room temperature2/3 cup sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup hot water1/2 teaspoon lemon extractWhipped cream, optional Preparation Melt butter in a 10-in. cast-iron or ovenproof skillet. Sprinkle brown sugar over butter. Arrange plum halves, cut side down, in a single layer over sugar. In a large bowl, beat eggs until thick and lemon-colored; gradually beat in sugar....

Ingredients 6 large nectarines (about 2 pounds) 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 c. elderflower liqueur or white dessert wine (optional) 1/2 c. cold heavy cream 1 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1With a paring knife, lightly score an “X” into bottom of nectarines (this will help with peeling later). Place in a medium pot, along with granulated sugar, vanilla, liqueur, if using, and enough water to cover....

Ingredients 4 cups water1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup white wine vinegar1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped1 celery rib with leaves, coarsely chopped1 medium onion, coarsely chopped4 sprigs fresh parsley4 whole peppercorns1 bay leaf4 salmon fillets (4 ounces each)CHIMICHURRI:2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil3 tablespoons finely chopped onion3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a large Dutch oven, bring the first 9 ingredients to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into cubes1 tablespoon canola oil1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth4 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, optional1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked noodles, optional1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook pork in oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 2 cups chicken broth3 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon grated lime zestFresh cilantro leaves, optional Preparation Place chicken in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Combine broth, lime juice and chili powder; pour over chicken. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 6 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165°....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup canned pumpkin2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 cup chopped walnutsFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add pumpkin; mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar, divided1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup whole milk2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and 1-1/2 cups brown sugar. Add egg and vanilla, beating until light and fluffy. Add milk; beat until smooth. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 5 to 6 pounds pork spareribs3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3/4 cup plum jam or apricot preserves3/4 cup honey2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced Preparation Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; place with bone side down on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour or until ribs are tender; drain. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; brush some of the sauce over ribs....

Ingredients 2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 3) 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 tsp. salt 1 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds) 1 tbsp. butter 6 tbsp. pure maple syrup 1 1/2 tbsp. bourbon Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 425°F. In a large roasting pan, toss the sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper....

Ingredients 2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen broccoli florets1 package (14.4 ounces) pearl onions1/2 cup butter, divided1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk6 ounces cream cheese, cubed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 cups soft bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook broccoli in 1 in. of water until almost tender; drain. Cook pearl onions in 1 in. of water until almost tender; drain. Transfer both to a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups mashed potatoes or riced potatoes (without added milk, butter or seasonings)1 cup whole milk3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter, melted2 cups sugar2 tablespoons baking powder5 to 6 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar5 tablespoons half-and-half cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractOptional: Food coloring and sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, milk, eggs and butter. Combine the sugar, baking powder and 2 cups flour; stir into potato mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves1/2 cup fresh parsley sprigs1/2 cup chopped pecans3 garlic cloves, peeled2/3 cup cooked wild rice2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon chili sauce4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a food processor, combine the basil, parsley, pecans and garlic; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small bowl; add the rice, cheeses, oil and chili sauce....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon baking powder1 egg1/3 cup canola oil2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup mashed banana (about 1 medium)1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Combine the egg, oil, sugar, banana and vanilla. Add to the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in pineapple and nuts....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup butter-flavored cracker crumbs3/4 cup cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each), crushed Preparation In a microwave-safe 8-in. square dish, melt butter. Stir in cracker crumbs; press mixture onto bottom of dish. In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand 2 minutes or until soft-set....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil3 bacon strips, chopped1 pound boneless beef short ribs1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound grape tomatoes1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups water1 cup Marsala wine or beef broth1/4 cup fig preserves3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir bacon until crisp....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/2 cup pumpkin butterChopped pecans, optional1/2 cup vanilla frosting Preparation Unroll crescent dough into one long rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Spread pumpkin butter to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with pecans if desired. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seam to seal. Place on a greased baking sheet. Cut into eight slices to within 1/2 in. of bottom....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 cups sugar1 cup canned pumpkin1 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup shredded zucchini1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a bowl, combine eggs and sugar. Add pumpkin, butter and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to pumpkin mixture and mix well. Stir in zucchini and nuts....

Ingredients 3/4 c. plain nonfat yogurt 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 scallions 1 garlic clove 1 tsp. curry powder 1 lb. cleaned cooked shrimp 1 cucumber Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. roasted and salted shelled sunflower seeds Preparation Step 1Scoop the yogurt into a paper towel-lined colander set over a bowl. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. You should end up with 1/2 cup yogurt.Step 2Heat the olive oil in a small skillet....