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Ingredients 1 loaf (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar5 teaspoons orange juice1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest2 cups fresh raspberries1 cup fresh blueberries15 to 18 large green grapes, halved1 can (15 ounces) of mandarin oranges, well drained10 to 15 fresh strawberries, halved Preparation Arrange cake cubes in a rainbow arch on a large serving platter....

Ingredients 2 pounds sliced fresh mushrooms3/4 cup butter, divided1 cup heavy whipping cream1 large egg yolk1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in batches in 1/4 cup butter until mushrooms are tender and liquid is evaporated. In a large bowl, whisk the cream, egg yolk, parsley, lemon juice, salt and paprika. Add mushrooms and stir until blended....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup molasses1/3 cup hot water2 cups chopped fresh or frozen cranberriesBUTTER SAUCE:1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and baking powder. Combine molasses and water; stir into dry ingredients. Fold in cranberries. Pour into a well-greased 4-cup pudding mold; cover. Place mold on a rack in a deep stockpot; add 1 in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour1/4 cup ground almonds1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter, cubed2 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:1 egg, lightly beaten3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberriesMERINGUE:3 egg whites1/4 teaspoon almond extract6 tablespoons sugar Preparation In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, pastry flour, almonds and salt; cover and pulse until blended. Add butter; cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....

Ingredients 8 small red potatoes1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper4 green onions, chopped9 teaspoons minced fresh parsley, divided1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-9 minutes or until tender, turning once. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage and pepper over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink. Add onions and 4-1/2 teaspoons parsley; cook 1-2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 10 slices French bread (1 inch thick)1 pound bulk pork sausage8 large eggs2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced chives1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseAdditional minced chives Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Arrange bread in a single layer in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, Parmesan, chives and pepper; pour over bread....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen sea scallops, thawed and rinsed12 small fresh mushrooms, halved1 tablespoon white wine or chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt2 teaspoons butter, melted Preparation Place the scallops and mushrooms in a 9-in. glass pie plate or dish. Combine the wine, lemon juice and seasonings; pour over scallop mixture. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 2 minutes; stir....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice2 pan-dressed trout (about 12 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup cooked long grain rice2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons diced sweet red pepper15 frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed4 sea scallops, diced1 tablespoon canola oil1 to 2 medium lemons, thinly sliced Preparation Combine 2 tablespoons butter and the lemon juice; drizzle over trout cavities. Sprinkle with pepper; set aside....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)2 tablespoons baking cocoa, divided 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract, divided 1 teaspoon red food coloring, optional, divided2 cans (14 ounces each) whipped vanilla frosting, divided 1/4 cup peppermint crunch baking chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of three greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper. Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions. Remove 1-1/3 cups batter to a small bowl; stir in 1 tablespoon cocoa, 1/4 teaspoon extract and if desired, 1/2 teaspoon food coloring until blended....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon cornstarch2 tablespoons clam juice1 tablespoon cold water1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon sesame oil1/2 teaspoon sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 pound sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms1/4 pound fresh snow peas2 teaspoons canola oil8 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 small garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon sesame seedsDash salt1-1/2 cups hot cooked rice2 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed...

Ingredients 3 tbsp. canola oil 1 large onion 1 package sliced Canadian bacon 1 bunch bok choy 1 large red bell pepper 2 tsp. finely chopped, peeled fresh ginger 3 clove garlic 8 oz. skinless, boneless chicken 3 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp. madras curry powder 4 c. cooked brown basmati rice 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce Preparation Step 1Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) yellow cake mix1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained2 medium firm bananas, sliced2 medium peach or nectarines, peeled and sliced2 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided2 cups cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup fresh blueberries2 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a 9-in. round baking pan. Cool; cut into 1-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 large green pepper, julienned1 large onion, julienned6 to 8 flour tortillas (8 inches)Shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, sour cream, lettuce and tomatoes, optional Preparation In a skillet over medium heat, brown the steak in oil....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 cans (16 ounces each) baked beans1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh snow peas1 tablespoon butter2 medium carrots, julienned1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute snow peas in butter for 3 minutes. Add carrots and garlic; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add remaining ingredients; heat through.

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1 can (15-1/2 ounces) refried beans1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 package (1-1/4 ounces) taco seasoning1 small onion, finely chopped1/2 green pepper, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon chili powderSOUR CREAM TOPPING:1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese1/4 teaspoon chili powderGARNISH:2 cups shredded lettuce1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseTortilla chips Preparation Cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in beans, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, onion, green pepper, mustard and chili powder....

Ingredients 2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) ready-to-serve Santa Fe whole grain rice medley2 packages (6 ounces each) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips, cut into chunks1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Heat rice according to package directions. In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine chicken and tomatoes; stir in rice. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; cook 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 1 package spice cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup butter, melted1/3 cup evaporated milk1 large eggFROSTING:1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup evaporated milk1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon sea salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, butter, milk and egg; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes (batter will be thick)....

Ingredients 1-3/4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed1 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 garlic cloves, peeled4 teaspoons dill seed or 4 fresh dill heads2-1/2 cups water2-1/2 cups white vinegar1/4 cup canning salt Preparation Pack beans into 4 hot pint jars to within 1/2 in. of the top. Add the cayenne, garlic and dill seed to jars. In a large saucepan, bring the water, vinegar and salt to a boil. Carefully ladle hot mixture over beans, leaving 1/2-in....

Ingredients 1 package (20 ounces) frozen unsweetened strawberries, thawed1 can (46 ounces) unsweetened pineapple juice2-1/2 cups orange juice1/2 cup lemon juice2 liters diet lemon-lime soda Preparation Place the strawberries in a blender; cover and puree until smooth. Transfer to a large freezer container; add juices. Cover and freeze. remove from the freezer 2-3 hours before serving. Just before serving, break up mixture with a wooden spoon or potato masher. Stir in soda....