Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk1 can (16 ounces) chocolate fudge frosting Preparation Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Spread the batter into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 2 in. from side of pan comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon salt3 tablespoons shortening4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingGLAZE:1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Dissolve yeast in water. Add milk, sugar, salt, shortening and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. On a floured surface, knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 1 fennel bulb with fronds (about 3/4 pound)4 medium oranges, peeled and sliced1/3 cup orange juice4 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Pomegranate seeds, optional Preparation Finely chop enough fennel fronds to measure 1/4 cup; set aside. Cut fennel bulb in half lengthwise; remove and discard the tough outer layer, fennel core and any green stalks. Cut widthwise into thin slices and measure 3 cups; reserve remaining fennel for another use....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed1 pound fresh wax beans, trimmed2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon garlic powder3 medium zucchini2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the beans, bouillon and garlic powder; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Cut zucchini into 1/2-in. slices. Hollow out centers, leaving 1/4-in. rings; discard the centers....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1 cup sugar4 cups all-purpose flour1 large egg, lightly beaten2/3 cup finely chopped almondsColored sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually beat in flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Roll out onto a well-floured surface to 1/4-in. thickness. Brush lightly with egg. Sprinkle with almonds and sugar if desired. Using a fluted pastry cutter or knife, cut into 2x1-in....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey2-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided4 teaspoons olive oil, divided2 celery ribs, chopped15 fresh baby carrots, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth3/4 cup chopped cabbage3/4 cup cut fresh green beans3 tablespoons shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the turkey, 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, paprika, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1 medium carrot, cut into strips1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips4 teaspoons butter1 large zucchini, cut into strips1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into strips1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley4 teaspoons prepared Italian salad dressing1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large skillet, saute carrot and red pepper in butter for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the zucchini, yellow squash and parsley; saute 3-5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs5 tablespoons sugar, divided1/3 cup stick margarine, melted1/2 cup plus 4 teaspoons semisweet chocolate chips, divided5 tablespoons 2% milk, divided3 ounces cream cheese, softened3-1/2 cups whipped topping, divided Preparation In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and 3 tablespoons sugar. Stir in margarine. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons milk....

Ingredients 2 c. fruit (preferably peaches, nectarines, plums, or a mix of all three) 1 tbsp. granulated sugar Zest of 1/2 orange Juice of 1/2 orange 1 pinch Coarse salt 1 tbsp. cornstarch Pate Brisee 1 egg Sanding sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat; set aside.Step 2In a large bowl, mix together fruit, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, salt, and cornstarch; mix until well combined....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups warm water (70° to 80°)1/2 cup butter, softened1 large egg1 large egg yolk1 teaspoon lemon juice1/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/4 cup mashed potato flakes1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt3-3/4 cups plus 3 tablespoons bread flour2 teaspoons active dry yeast1 can (12 ounces) apricot or raspberry cake and pastry fillingAdditional butter Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first 11 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 1/4 c. whole milk 1 envelope active dry yeast 1 large egg 4 c. all-purpose flour flour c. sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. sugar 1 1/2 c. whole milk 2 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 lb. plump dried Turkish apricots 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 pinch cinnamon 3/4 c. sugar 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour Preparation Step 1Heat the milk to 110 degrees F and transfer it to a small bowl....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pound green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces6 bacon stripsPepper and seasoned salt to taste Preparation In a covered saucepan, cook beans in a small amount of water for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Drain. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon, reserving drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. Add beans to drippings; sprinkle with pepper and seasoned salt. Heat through. Add crumbled bacon and toss.

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 eggs3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconutConfectioners’ sugar and additional coconut, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Beat in flour just until combined; fold in 1/2 cup coconut....

Ingredients 1 c. buttermilk 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 1 1-oz. packet Hidden Valley® Original Ranch Salad® Dressing & Seasoning Mix kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 lb. chicken tenders 4 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced 1 small shallot, thinly sliced 1/4 c. rice vinegar 1 c. all-purpose flour Vegetable oil, for frying 1 c. Greek yogurt 1 lemon Preparation Step 1Whisk together buttermilk, cayenne, and half Hidden Valley® Original Ranch Salad® Dressing & Seasoning Mix in large bowl and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 cup 2% milk1/3 cup butter, melted1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Gradually add milk, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Roll dough into a 14x10-in. rectangle. Cut in half lengthwise; cut each half widthwise into 1-in....

Ingredients 10 medium fresh asparagus spears, trimmed4 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/8 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation Brush asparagus spears with oil; place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 6 minutes; turn asparagus. Bake 6 minutes longer or until asparagus is tender. Combine Parmesan cheese and garlic salt; sprinkle over asparagus.

Ingredients 1 tube (6 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, separated into 5 biscuits3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Dip both sides of biscuits into melted butter, then into cheese. Place 1 in. apart in a well-greased 9-in. round pan. Bake until golden brown, 8-11 minutes. Serve warm.

Ingredients 2/3 cup water (70° to 80°)2 tablespoons white vinegar1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggest by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) mixed salad greens1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese1/3 cup sunflower kernels, toastedRASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE:5 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons raspberry vinegar3 to 4 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons chopped green onion1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, cranberries, blue cheese and sunflower kernels. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; shake well....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups water3 cups packed fresh mint, crushed7 cups sugar1/4 cup lemon juice2 to 4 drops green food coloring2 pouches (3 ounces each) liquid pectin Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and mint to a boil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Strain, reserving 3-1/3 cups liquid (discard remaining liquid). In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, lemon juice, food coloring and reserved liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute....