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Ingredients 1 cup golden raisins3/4 cup dried cherries1/2 cup diced dried apricots3/4 cup water1/4 cup rum or additional water3/4 cup chopped pecans1/3 cup diced crystallized ginger1/3 cup diced candied orange peel1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar, divided 2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons rum extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltGLAZE:3 cups confectioners’ sugar3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk3 tablespoons rum or additional milk Preparation Place first 5 ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. kosher salt c. vegetable shortening 3/4 c. granulated sugar 5 1/2 tbsp. whole milk 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange or lemon zest 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 egg egg yolks Food coloring 1 box confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, beat shortening and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined, about 1 minute....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons goat cheese2 tablespoons part-skim ricotta cheese4 tablespoons chopped shallots, divided1 teaspoon olive oil2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons apricot spreadable fruit1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Combine the goat cheese, ricotta and 1 tablespoon shallots; spread over the center of each chicken breast....

Ingredients 1 c. labneh or full-fat Greek yogurt 1/3 c. finely chopped chives 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. lemon zest 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 2 (6-oz.) ahi tuna steaks, about 1 1/2"-thick 10 oz. broccolini or broccoli, tough stems trimmed 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine labneh, chives, garlic, lemon zest and juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)3 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb2 cups fresh raspberries3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg, lightly beaten1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegTOPPING:1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges. In a large bowl, combine the rhubarb, raspberries, sugar, flour, vanilla and egg....

Ingredients 16 ounces dried apricots2-1/2 cups orange juice3/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation In a large stockpot, combine apricots, orange juice and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, cinnamon and ginger. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Rinse four 1-cup plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. Puree apricot mixture in a food processor or blender until smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. Beat in cheese until blended. Combine flour, salt and cayenne; stir into cheese mixture until a dough forms. Roll into a 15x6-in. rectangle. Cut into thirty 6-in. strips. Gently place strips 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked penne pasta2 cups frozen broccoli florets1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup reduced-fat Alfredo sauce Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil until lightly browned....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef, cooked and drained1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 tablespoons dried minced onion2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, mace and pepper1 package (7 ounces) spaghetti, broken in half Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the beef, tomato juice, tomato sauce, mushrooms and seasonings. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped2 teaspoons butter1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook onion in butter over medium heat for 2 minutes. Stir in green beans and seasonings. Cook and stir 6-8 minutes longer or until beans are tender.

Ingredients 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing, divided1/2 teaspoon chili powder1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 medium green pepper, sliced1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1/4 cup salad dressing and chili powder; add steak. Seal and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. In a large skillet, saute peppers and onion in remaining salad dressing until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 lb. asparagus 3/4 lb. fettuccine 4 tbsp. butter 1 c. heavy cream 1 pinch grated nutmeg 3/4 tsp. salt tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Step 1Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and discard them. Cut the asparagus spears into 1-inch pieces. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the fettuccine until almost done, about 8 minutes. Add the asparagus; cook until it and the pasta are just done, about 4 minutes longer....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook penne according to package directions....

Ingredients 4 1/2 c. unsifted all-purpose flour plus more for the plate 2 c. warm water (110 to 115 degrees) 1 envelope active dry yeast 1 tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. coarse sea salt or kosher salt 7 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil Cornmeal for dusting the pan 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary or sage leaves 1 tbsp. Freshly ground black pepper Water in a spray bottle for misting Preparation Step 1Sprinkle a dinner plate with flour....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups chopped peeled tart apples1/2 cup chopped walnutsCARAMEL SAUCE:1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup half-and-half cream or evaporated milk1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked2/3 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper2/3 cup chopped celery1/2 cup shredded carrot1/4 cup diced radishes2 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley3/4 cup Miracle Whip1/2 cup ranch salad dressing1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tuna, vegetables and parsley. Drain macaroni and rinse in cold water; add to tuna mixture....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. pine nuts 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. apricot jam 1 tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. sherry vinegar 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 1/2 lb. medium-sized carrots 7 ripe apricots 3 scallions 1/4 c. fresh mint leaves (optional) Preparation Step 1In a small skillet over medium-high heat, toast pine nuts until golden, about 3 minutes, shaking pan to ensure even cooking. Set aside.Step 2Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup chicken broth2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons salt1/8 teaspoon pepper14 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the broth, sugar, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Add carrots. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Stir in parsley and lemon juice....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided3 tablespoons minced garlic2-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped3 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon dried oregano6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1-3/4 cups uncooked couscous1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water1-1/2 teaspoons butter1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint1 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a small saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.