Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, softened2 large eggs1/2 teaspoon salt6 to 7 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingFILLING:3 tablespoons flour1 cup whole milk1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 to 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter, eggs and salt; mix well....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup marsala wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, two pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil for 3-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries2 tablespoons chopped pecans1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper16 slices bread, crusts removed16 to 24 thin slices cooked chicken8 lettuce leaves Preparation Combine the first five ingredients; spread on one side of each slice of bread. Layer half the slices with chicken and lettuce. Top with remaining bread. Cut into quarters or decorative shapes.

Ingredients 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk1 tablespoon light corn syrup4-1/2 to 5 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 4 drops peppermint oil2-1/2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped, divided1 jar (16 ounces) maraschino cherries Preparation In a large bowl, combine milk and corn syrup. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar (mixture will be stiff). Divide into two portions. For peppermint patties, add the peppermint oil to one portion. Shape 1/2 teaspoonfuls into balls and flatten....

Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons raspberry jam or spreadable fruit1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn1 red apple, chopped1 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Drain oranges, reserving 1/2 cup juice. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine oil, jam, vinegar and reserved juice; shake well. In a large salad bowl, toss oranges, spinach, apple and pecans. Serve with the dressing.

Ingredients LEMON CURD:2/3 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon cornstarch1/3 cup lemon juice5 large egg yolks, lightly beaten1/4 cup butter, cubed2 teaspoons grated lemon zestMUFFINS:2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup whole milk1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup molasses Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and lemon juice until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons steak sauce2 tablespoons ketchup2 tablespoons orange marmalade1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced4 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the steak sauce, ketchup, marmalade, lemon juice, onion and garlic. Set aside 1/4 cup for serving. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill steaks, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), basting frequently with remaining sauce....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 teaspoon minced garlic2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter2 cups water1 cup sliced carrots2 tablespoons uncooked long grain rice2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add the water, carrots, rice and bouillon; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until carrots and rice are very tender. Remove from the heat; cool slightly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurt1/4 cup chopped red onion2 teaspoons lemon juice2 small tomatoes, chopped4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), room temperature1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips2/3 cup torn romaine2 tablespoons chopped pitted Greek olives Preparation In a small bowl, mash beans with a fork. Stir in the feta cheese, yogurt, onion and lemon juice. Fold in tomatoes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons sugar2 garlic cloves, minced2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain pork and discard marinade. Prepare grill for indirect heat. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sour cream2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2-1/2 pounds ground beef10 hamburger buns, splitOptional: Cheese, lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, pickles, sliced onion, ketchup and mayonnaise Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; add beef and mix gently. Shape into 10 patties. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink. Serve on buns with desired toppings....

Ingredients 4 large eggs2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 large onion, quartered and sliced (about 1-1/2 cups)4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledSalt and pepper to tastePastry for double-crust pie (9 inches) Preparation In a bowl, beat the eggs. Add the cheese, onion, bacon, salt and pepper; mix well. Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom crust. Add egg mixture. Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; place over filling....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce3 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed1 can (15-1/2 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained24 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (about ½ cup)1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortelliniShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine broth, marinara sauce and mixed vegetables. Bring to a boil; add beans, meatballs and spinach....

Ingredients 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons lime juice1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon salt , divided2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium green pepper, chopped4 fresh green chiles, such as Hatch or Anaheim, seeded and chopped1/2 cup chopped red onion1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed2 cups torn lettuce...

Ingredients 2 cups cold fat-free milk1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix Preparation In a large bowl, whisk all ingredients until blended and thickened. Freeze in an ice cream freezer according to the manufacturer’s directions. Transfer to a freezer container. Cover and freeze for 1 hour or until firm.

Ingredients 2 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, melted2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup eggnog1/2 cup chopped red and green candied cherries1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup raisins Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 8x4-in. loaf pan. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and melted butter until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; beat into egg mixture alternately with eggnog, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 12 ounces fully cooked andouille sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices12 ounces uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons Creole seasoning1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained1 cup uncooked instant rice1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup chicken broth Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Divide mixture among 6 greased 18x12-in....

Ingredients 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds)6 chicken drumsticks6 medium red potatoes (about 2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes24 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 cup maple syrup Preparation Place the chicken, potatoes and garlic in a large roasting pan. Drizzle with butter; sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon salt. Toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 40 minutes. Combine the syrup and remaining salt; drizzle over chicken....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 medium tomatoes, diced2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread Preparation In a large bowl, combine oil, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Add tomatoes and toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Bring to room temperature before serving. Cut bread into 24 slices; toast under broiler until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 frozen Sara Lee Uniced Chocolate Brownie 1 frozen Sara Lee All Butter Pound Cake 6 Sara Lee Large Chocolate Chunk Brownies Royal Icing for Ghoul’s Graveyard Black gel food coloring 1 tbsp. cocoa powder Miniature candy pumpkins Miniature autumn candy leaves Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Using a serrated knife, trim 1/2 inch from each of the 4 edges of the brownie; cut trimmings into 1-inch pieces....