Ingredients 2 medium navel oranges1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening1 cup sugar1/2 cup milk2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation With a sharp knife, score each orange into quarters; remove peel. Use knife to remove white pith from peel and fruit; discard. Quarter oranges and place in a blender. Add peel; cover and process until smooth (mixture should measure 3/4 cup)....

Ingredients 1 c. chocolate chips 2 tbsp. store-bought hot chocolate mix 2 tbsp. sugar 1 1/2 c. milk, divided 3 c. ice 1 c. heavy cream 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/4 c. marshmallow fluff 1/4 c. hot fudge sauce Preparation Step 1Create a double boiler by setting a glass bowl over a pot of simmering water. Add the chocolate chips to the bowl and heat until melted, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cocoa mix and sugar until thoroughly blended....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup chopped walnuts2 large egg whites2/3 cup sugar, divided2 teaspoons water1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1 package (16 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until golden brown, 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally; cool on a wire rack....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (12 ounces) frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed2 packages (20 ounces each) frozen unsweetened strawberries, thawed2 cartons (12 ounces each) frozen whipped topping, thawed3 graham cracker crusts (10 inches)Fresh strawberries and additional whipped topping, optional Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in lemonade concentrate. Mash berries; add to cream cheese mixture and mix well. Fold in whipped topping....

Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 can (8-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1 cup miniature marshmallows4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup plain yogurt1/4 cup sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the oranges, peaches, pineapple and marshmallows. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, yogurt and sugar until smooth; pour over fruit and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 cup sugar1/2 cup cold water2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1-1/2 cups crushed crisp macaroons2 tablespoons butter, melted2 cups halved seedless grapes1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped1/2 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts2 cups whipped topping Preparation In a small saucepan, cook pineapple and sugar over medium heat for 5 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder3 eggs3/4 cup vegetable oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups shredded zucchini1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped dates1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, patted dry Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, baking soda and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, oil and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour6 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup vanilla frosting Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Spread into a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 cans (20 ounces each) unsweetened pineapple chunks2 packages (3 ounces each) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix2-1/2 cups orange juice1 small cantaloupe, cubed3-1/2 cups cubed honeydew melon2 cups fresh strawberries, halved2 cups fresh blueberries2 cups seedless grapes2 medium firm bananas, sliced Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1 cup juice; set pineapple aside. (Discard remaining juice or save for another use.) In a large saucepan, combine the pudding mix, pineapple juice and orange juice....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons pink grapefruit juice1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon honey1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro2 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce1 medium pink grapefruit, peeled and sectionedOptional: Sliced fennel bulb, fennel fronds and pistachios Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the grapefruit juice, oil, vinegar and honey; stir in cilantro. In a salad bowl, toss lettuce, grapefruit and, if desired, sliced fennel bulb, fennel fronds and pistachios....

Ingredients 10 large eggs1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 cups 4% cottage cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs on medium-high speed for 3 minutes or until light and lemon-colored. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to eggs and mix well. Stir in the cheeses and chiles. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 7 1/2 tbsp. olive oil 1 1/4 to 2-pound eggplant 3/4 tsp. salt 1 lb. store-bought or homemade pizza dough 3 cloves garlic 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 6 oz. mild goat cheese 1/2 c. grated Parmesan 1/2 c. store-bought or homemade pesto Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 2 1/2 tablespoons of the oil over moderately high heat. Season the eggplant with the salt....

Ingredients 2 1/2 c. unbleached all-purpose flour 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 6 tbsp. lard or shortening 1/2 c. ice water Preparation Step 1Combine flour, salt, and sugar on a work surface or in a large bowl. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work in butter and lard until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Using a fork, stir in the water until the mixture mostly pulls together....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups instant hot cocoa mix1 jar (8 ounces) powdered French Vanilla nondairy creamer1 cup nonfat dry milk powder1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup instant coffee granulesEACH SERVING:1 cup hot waterSweetened whipped cream and baking cocoa Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 months. Yield: 16 servings (4 cups total). To prepare cappuccino: Place 1/4 cup mix in a coffee mug....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh raspberries, divided3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1-3/4 cups quick-cooking oats1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup cold butterWhipped cream Preparation Crush 1 cup raspberries; add enough water to measure 1 cup. In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; stir in raspberry mixture until well blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in remaining raspberries....

Ingredients 16 slices day-old bread, torn into 1-inch pieces2 cups sugar4 large eggs3 cups whole milk2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons vanilla extract1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling, slices cut in half2 cups coarsely chopped pecans1 cup golden raisins3/4 cup butter, meltedWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine bread and sugar. Set aside. In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, cinnamon, salt and vanilla until foamy. Pour over bread and sugar; mix well....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons sour cream2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 to 3 anchovy fillets1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/3 cup canola oil Preparation Place the first nine ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a small bowl or jar; cover and store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 4 cups boiling water15 green tea bags4 cups white grape juice1 to 2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerrootCrystallized ginger, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine boiling water and tea bags. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Discard tea bags. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. Strain if desired before serving warm. Garnish with crystallized ginger if desired....

Ingredients 1/4 cup baking cocoa1 cup water1 cup butter, cubed2 cups sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup buttermilk2 large eggs, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extractFROSTING/DECORATING:1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup baking cocoa1/3 cup milk3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractVanilla icing and pastry bag or large tube of vanilla icing Preparation In a large saucepan, combine cocoa and water until smooth. Add the butter; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups almond flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking sodaROYAL ICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 6 tablespoons water5 teaspoons meringue powderFood color spray, optional Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk almond flour, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture....