Ingredients 2 1/4 c. castor (superfine) sugar 1 tbsp. glucose syrup 2 tbsp. powdered gelatin 2 large egg whites 1 tsp. finely grated ginger 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1 3/4 oz. glacé ginger Decorative letters to decorate Preparation Step 1Lightly spray a 10- by 12-inch baking tin with oil, line the base and two long sides with non-stick baking paper and lightly spray the paper with oil. Combine 2 cups of the sugar, the glucose and 3/4 cup water in a small, deep heavy-based saucepan....

Ingredients 2 cups white vinegar1/2 cup sugar8 cups chopped tomatoes (about 11 large)1/2 cup chopped onion1 medium green pepper, diced1 celery rib, diced1/4 cup prepared horseradish2 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon mustard seed1-1/2 teaspoons pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a large saucepan, bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool completely. In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients; add vinegar mixture and mix well. Spoon into storage containers, allowing 1/2-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup molasses4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped pecans3/4 cup coarse sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes.. Beat in eggs and molasses. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 cups water4 teaspoons honey1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom6 tea bags1-1/2 cups fat-free milk Preparation In a small saucepan, combine water, honey, ginger and cardamom; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Pour over tea bags in a 2-cup glass measuring cup. Steep 3-5 minutes according to taste. Strain tea back into saucepan, discarding ginger and tea bags. Stir in milk; heat through.

Ingredients 3/4 c. Unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 c. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda 3/4 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. salt 2 large eggs 3/4 c. warm water 1/2 c. whole milk 1/4 c. sour cream c. unsalted butter 3/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 large egg whites 1/2 c. sugar 6 oz. unsalted butter 2 1/2 tbsp. creme de menthe 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract...

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed1 celery rib, chopped1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained2 tablespoons sunflower kernels1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Place beans and celery in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Add the pimiento, sunflower kernels, butter, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients Basic Simple Syrup 1 fresh ginger 8 c. cold water 8 green tea bags ice cubes Lemon wedges Preparation Step 1Prepare the Basic Simple Syrup as directed, adding half of the sliced ginger before bringing it to a boil. Remove from the heat and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain the ginger syrup into a large measuring cup.Step 2In a large saucepan, combine the remaining sliced ginger with the cold water and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 cups packed brown sugar4 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 cups old-fashioned oats4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt4 cups semisweet chocolate chips3 cups chopped walnuts2 cups chocolate sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Place the oats in a blender; cover and process until finely ground....

Ingredients 1 c. long-grain white rice 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 medium onion 2 clove garlic Coarse salt ground pepper 1 tbsp. curry powder 1 tsp. ground ginger 3 c. homemade or best-quality store-bought tomato sauce 2 can chickpeas 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice 1/2 c. plain low-fat yogurt Preparation Step 1Cook rice according to package instructions; cover, and keep warm.Step 2While rice is cooking, heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter4 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 small tomato, seeded and chopped (about 1/2 cup)1/4 cup picante sauce2 flour tortillas (8 inches)3 tablespoons sour creamAdditional picante sauce Preparation In a large skillet, heat butter until hot. Add eggs; cook and stir over medium heat until eggs are completely set. Remove from the heat; stir in the cheese, tomato and picante sauce. Spray one side of a tortilla with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) frozen vegetarian meat crumbles1 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 teaspoons canola oil1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1/2 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseOptional toppings: sour cream, cilantro, lime wedges, salsa...

Ingredients 2 egg whites, lightly beaten1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon lime juice1 to 2 tablespoons chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 pounds lean ground turkey1/3 cup fat-free ranch salad dressing1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro5 lettuce leaves5 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg3/4 cup milk1/4 cup butter, meltedTOPPINGS:Banana slices, miniature semisweet chocolate chips, whipped cream and sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat griddle over medium-high heat. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine egg, milk and melted butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. For each bunny, make a pancake 4 in. wide for the body, a pancake 2-1/2 in....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 medium carrot, shredded1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained and patted dry1/2 cup golden raisinsFROSTING:6 ounces cream cheese, softened3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milkToasted chopped walnuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 12 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces 3/4 c. creamy peanut butter 1 c. heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks (about 2 cups) 1/2 c. roasted salted peanuts, chopped 2 ripe bananas Nonstick cooking spray and waxed paper, for loaf pan Preparation Step 1Coat an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan with cooking spray; line with waxed paper, leaving overhang on both long sides. Set aside.Step 2Melt chocolate; cool to room temperature....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups packed brown sugar3 large eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 cups coarsely chopped walnuts1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped candied pineapple1-3/4 cups red and green candied cherries, halved2 cups pitted dates, halved Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla. Add flour and walnuts; mix well....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter-flavored shortening1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup molasses2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and molasses. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt and cloves; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until firm, about 1 hour....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth1/3 cup sherry or additional reduced-sodium beef broth1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot3 garlic cloves, minced4 medium carrots, chopped2 medium onions, chopped3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 cups uncooked instant brown rice3 green onions, thinly sliced3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapenos3/4 teaspoon grated lime zest1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water...

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons lemon extract1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon grated lemon zestGLAZE:1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon water1/2 teaspoon lemon extract3/4 cup sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon butter3/4 teaspoon water1/4 teaspoon lemon juiceDash ground nutmeg1/2 cup sliced peeled fresh peaches1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractIce cream or pound cake Preparation In a microwave-safe small bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, water, lemon juice and nutmeg. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15 seconds; stir. Add the peaches. Microwave 30-40 seconds longer or until the peaches are heated through. Stir in vanilla. Serve over ice cream or cake....