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Ingredients 3 cups fresh or frozen whole strawberries1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup water1 teaspoon lemon juice2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 slices or scoops vanilla ice cream1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches, drainedWhipped topping Preparation In a large saucepan, mash strawberries; add sugar, water and lemon juice. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Combine the cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into the strawberry mixture....

Ingredients 5 to 6 medium potatoes (about 2 pounds), cooked, peeled and sliced12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 large onion, chopped6 large eggs1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer potatoes, bacon and onion. In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt, pepper, parsley and thyme. Pour over potato mixture....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni4 Italian sausage links (4 ounces each) 1/2 cup water1/2 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups half-and-half cream2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 cups grated Parmesan cheese2 large eggs2 cups 2% milk 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves, chopped1 tablespoon fennel seed, toasted2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Romano cheeseAdditional chopped fresh basil Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1-1/2 cups sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained2 medium green and/or sweet yellow peppers, chopped1 medium onion, chopped8 pretzel or regular hamburger buns, split8 slices provolone cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Add sauerkraut, peppers and onion; cook and stir 8-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage4 celery ribs, chopped 1 small onion, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup uncooked wild rice1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained 3 cups chicken broth Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage with celery and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 6-8 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup water1 can (15 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, undrained1 pint fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberries1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sliced almonds1/4 cup old-fashioned oats1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegDash salt1/2 cup cold butterVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in cherries and blueberries....

Ingredients 2 packages chocolate cake mix (regular size)3 cups vanilla frosting1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting5 to 6 drops blue food coloring1 green Fruit Roll-Up, unrolled3 red-coated tiny tarts1 red candy coin4 black gumdrops6 black licorice bites Preparation Prepare cake mixes according to package directions. Divide batter among two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans, one 9-in. square baking pan and 12 cupcakes. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes and cupcakes for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients vegetable shortening 2 stick unsalted butter 3 oz. unsweetened baking chocolate 1 1/2 c. 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate chips 4 1/2 oz. premium white baking chocolate 4 large eggs 1 c. granulated sugar 1 c. light brown sugar 3/4 tsp. salt 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. bleached all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. light corn syrup 1 c. 60 percent cacao bittersweet chocolate chips...

Ingredients 6 large egg whites3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup sugar8 cups sweetened shredded coconut (22 ounces)3/4 cup finely chopped green candied cherries3/4 cup finely chopped red candied cherries1/3 cup all-purpose flour Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325°. Add vanilla and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 1 cup white vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 cups thinly sliced fresh carrots1 small daikon radish, thinly sliced1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/4 pounds) 1 tablespoon olive oil1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces), halved lengthwise1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons Sriracha chili sauce1/2 cup thinly sliced English cucumberFresh cilantro leaves Preparation In a large bowl, whisk white vinegar and sugar until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled4 cups white wine vinegar1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 cup loosely packed basil leaves Preparation Place strawberries in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. Transfer to a large glass bowl; add vinegar and lemon zest. Place 1/4 cup basil in a small bowl. With a mortar or a wooden spoon, crush some of the basil until aromas are released. Repeat with remaining basil; stir into strawberry mixture....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons red raspberry preserves1 tablespoon white vinegar1 tablespoon honey Preparation Combine the paprika, salt and pepper; sprinkle over salmon. Drizzle with oil. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Place salmon skin side down on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage2 cups biscuit/baking mix1-1/3 cups 2% milk2 large eggs1/4 cup canola oil2 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced2 tablespoons cinnamon sugarMaple syrup Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble sausage until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain. Mix biscuit mix, milk, eggs and oil until blended; stir in sausage. Transfer biscuit mixture to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)5 large eggs3/4 cup whole milk1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach or Swiss chard1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon minced chives1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powderDash pepper6 frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links3 slices fresh tomato, halved Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond edge of pie plate; flute edges. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped green onions1 cup chopped celery1 small green or sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup shredded carrots2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes14 slices day-old whole wheat bread, cubed4 large eggs2 cups whole milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 tablespoon Worcestershire saucePaprika...

Ingredients 6 large tart apples2 teaspoons lemon juice1/3 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped dried apricots1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter, melted3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegGranola and caramel ice cream topping, optional Preparation Core apples and peel top third of each; brush peeled portions with lemon juice. Place in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine the pecans, apricots, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon and nutmeg. Place a heaping tablespoonful of mixture in each apple....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sparkling apple ciderGLAZE:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar3 to 4 teaspoons sparkling apple cider Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan with parchment; grease parchment. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1/2 cup spiced rum2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground allspice4 large pears (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup golden raisinsGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons rum Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small heavy saucepan, heat rum over medium heat. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, 8-10 minutes....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips, chopped1 medium red onion, chopped, divided1/4 cup balsamic vinegar5 teaspoons honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup canola oil1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon and half of the onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp. Stir in the vinegar, honey, salt and pepper; heat through. Transfer to a small bowl; gradually whisk in oil....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup chopped pecansFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zestOrange paste food coloring2 to 4 teaspoons orange juice1/2 cup chocolate frostingBlack shoestring licorice12 black gumdrops Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy....