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Ingredients 4 large eggs1 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg10 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick)1 to 2 tablespoons butterOptional: Mixed fresh berries and confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg. Place bread in a well-greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour egg mixture over bread. Let soak for several minutes, turning once to coat. Freeze until firm. Transfer slices to airtight containers; return to freezer....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup 2% milk1 cup water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add milk, water and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; beat into egg mixture until smooth. In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut upSAUCE:1/3 cup butter4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder1 to 2 teaspoons ground cumin1 to 2 teaspoons rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon salt10 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided Optional toppings: Halved grape tomatoes, minced fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeno peppers, chopped or sliced red onion and cubed avocado...

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt2 orange roughy fillets (6 ounces each)Dash paprika Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat; stir in the lemon juice, mustard and salt. Remove 2 tablespoons; set aside. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the fillets. Seal bag and turn to coat; set aside for 20 minutes. Drain and discard marinade....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flourPinch salt1 large egg, beaten1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sour cream2 cups chopped peeled tart apples1 unbaked pie shell (9 inches)STREUSEL TOPPING:1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Stir in the egg, vanilla and sour cream; stir until smooth. Add apples; mix well. Pour into pie crust. Bake at 375° for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 pound ground beef1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained2 tablespoons onion soup mix1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano8 hoagie buns3/4 cup 4% cottage cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, soup mix, basil and oregano. Cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced1-1/2 cups halved seedless red grapes1 cup sliced peeled apple1 cup diced honeydew melon1 cup fresh blueberries1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon lime juice1-1/2 cups sliced ripe bananas Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, honey and lime juice. Drizzle over fruit mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder1-1/2 teaspoons hot water1-1/2 cups mascarpone cheese1 cup confectioners’ sugar, sifted3/4 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a small bowl, mix espresso powder and water until smooth; cool. In a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, confectioners’ sugar, cream, vanilla and espresso mixture on medium speed until creamy and slightly thickened (do not overmix). Spread between cake layers.

Ingredients 2 c. ground espresso beans 3 c. water 1/4 c. plus 4 teaspoons sugar c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Using an espresso machine, make coffee with the ground espresso and the water. You should have 1 3/4 cups strong espresso. Alternatively, make 1 3/4 cups espresso using a French press or drip coffee maker. Add the 1/4 cup sugar and stir until dissolved. Taste the espresso and add more sugar if necessary....

Ingredients 4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup thawed orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons lemon juiceAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Cool. Serve over fruit. Leftover dressing may be refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) orange gelatin2 cups boiling water2 cups orange sherbet1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained Preparation In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. stir in sherbet until melted. stir in pineapple and oranges. Pour into a 2-qt. serving bowl. Chill until firm.

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened2-1/4 cups sugar3 large eggs1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled3 cups cake flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups waterDATE CREAM FILLING:1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup chopped dates1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 teaspoon vanilla extractFUDGE FROSTING:1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons light corn syrup16 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation Line three greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 package (2.7 ounces) French vanilla mousse mix3 drops each neon blue, green and purple food coloringAssorted decorations: cake decorator hearts, red decorating gel, and purple and red Nerds Preparation Prepare mousse mix according to package directions; divide into three portions. Tint one portion blue, one green and one purple. Transfer each to a pastry or plastic bag; cut a hole in one corner of each bag. Pipe ghost shapes into 5-oz....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 large onion, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 to 2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperGNOCCHI:2 cups mashed potato flakes1-1/2 cups boiling water2 large eggs, beaten1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, melted1 garlic clove, minced3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)SAUCE:1/2 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustardLemon juice to taste Preparation In a shallow dish, combine butter and garlic. In another a shallow dish, combine bread crumbs, cheese and parsley. Dip chicken in butter, then coat evenly with crumb mixture. Roll up chicken and place seam side down in a 13-in....

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix1 package (9 ounces) yellow cake mix2 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup water2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation In a large bowl, combine cornbread and cake mixes. In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, water and oil. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Add chilies and 3/4 cup cheese. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs3 teaspoons baking powder1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milkMARSHMALLOW FROSTING:4 large egg whites1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips, divided Preparation Line bottoms of two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; lightly coat paper with cooking spray. In a large bowl, cream the shortening, butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractAssorted decorations: Sweetened shredded coconut, sprinkles and jelly beans Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 4 cups sliced peeled apples (about 3 large)3/4 cup water, divided1 tablespoon lemon juicePinch salt1 tablespoon cornstarchArtificial sweetener equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt4 teaspoons shortening5 tablespoons fat-free milk Preparation Put the apples, 1/2 cup water, lemon juice and salt in a microwave-safe 8x4-in. loaf pan. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir, then cook 2 minutes more. Combine the cornstarch, sweetener cinnamon and remaining water; stir into hot apples....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 cup cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed52 vanilla wafers4 medium firm bananas, sliced Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in condensed milk; set aside. In another bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix; add to cream cheese mixture. Fold in whipped topping....