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Ingredients 12 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1 package (1 pound) Nutter Butter sandwich cookiesRed colored sugar32 vanilla or white chips64 miniature semisweet chocolate chips32 Red Hots candies Preparation In a microwave, melt white chocolate at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Dip one end of each cookie into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on wire racks. For Santa’s hat, sprinkle red sugar on top part of chocolate....

Ingredients 4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 cup sugar1 cup pineapple juice1/2 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons ketchup1 teaspoon soy sauce1 can (6 ounces) small shrimp, rinsed and drained or 1 cup cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined and chopped1 cup canned bean sprouts, chopped1 cup shredded cabbage1 cup chopped onion1/2 cup grated carrot1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt12 egg roll wrappersAdditional oil for deep-fat frying Preparation For sweet-sour sauce, combine the cornstarch, sugar, pineapple juice, vinegar, ketchup and soy sauce in a saucepan until smooth....

Ingredients 1 pound ground chicken or beef2 teaspoons canola oil1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons Italian seasoning3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth 1 cup half-and-half cream4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese1 cup shredded Gouda cheese1 large egg, beaten1-1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil9 no-cook lasagna noodles4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseAdditional minced fresh basil, optional...

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen garden vegetable medley1/3 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup water1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 pound smoked sausage Preparation Cook vegetables according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in the water, ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, mustard, paprika, salt, sugar, pepper and hot pepper sauce....

Ingredients 8 sole fillets (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/4 cups whole milk, divided3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon paprika Preparation Brush fillets with melted butter; sprinkle with seasoned salt and pepper. Starting with a short side, roll up. Place seam side down in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Pour 1/2 cup milk over fillets....

Ingredients 6 cans (7 ounces each) white or shoepeg corn, drained8 green onions, chopped3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the corn, onions, jalapenos and cilantro. Combine the mayonnaise, salt and pepper; gently stir into corn mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.

Ingredients 3 cups sparkling apple cider, chilled1 cup unsweetened apple juice, chilled1 cup orange juice, chilled1 cup cranberry juice, chilled1 small lemon, sliced1 small navel orange, sliced Assorted fresh fruit, optional Preparation In a large pitcher, combine sparkling cider, juices, lemon slices and orange slices. If desired, garnish each serving with fresh fruit.

Ingredients 5 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 cups)2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1-inch pieces)1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon chili powder Preparation Place carrots and squash in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over vegetables and toss to coat. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed peeled potatoes (1/2-inch pieces)1-1/2 cups water1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1 cup thinly sliced fresh or chopped frozen spinach1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a saucepan, combine the potatoes, water, onion and bouillon; bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook until spinach is wilted and mixture is heated through....

Ingredients 3 to 4 wooden pop sticks3 to 4 water balloons, filled with air4 tablespoons water2 to 3 drops food coloring2 tablespoons unflavored gelatinBlack decorating gel3 to 4 frosted cupcakes Preparation Insert wooden pop sticks through tied ends of balloons; set aside. Combine water and food coloring in a bowl slightly larger than largest balloon. Stir in gelatin. Microwave gelatin mixture on high for 15 seconds; stir until smooth. Holding a pop stick, dip one balloon into gelatin mixture, turning to coat; allow excess to drip off....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage3 cups biscuit/baking mix4 cups shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup water Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking sausage into crumbles; drain. In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix and cheese; stir in sausage. Add water and toss with a fork until moistened. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:1 jar (7 ounces) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1 pound bulk Italian sausage3 garlic cloves, minced2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup heavy whipping cream3 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese8 green onions, sliced1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basilAssorted crackers Preparation In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and butter....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked small pasta shells3 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion1/4 cup finely chopped celery3 tablespoons each finely chopped green, sweet red and yellow pepper3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed1-1/2 cups fat-free mayonnaise2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine1 small zucchini, quartered and sliced1 cup julienned carrots1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, mincedDash crushed red pepper flakes1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 plum tomatoes, chopped1 can (6 ounces) crab, drained4 ounces imitation crabmeat, chopped3 green onions, sliced Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the zucchini, carrots and onion in oil until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 6 cups frozen chopped broccoli, partially thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 25)2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, soup, 1 cup cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Pour into a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle crackers on top; dot with butter....

Ingredients 3 pounds beef stew meat3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups beef broth1-1/2 cups dry red wine or additional beef broth, divided3/4 pound medium fresh mushrooms, quartered1 large sweet onion, chopped2 medium carrots, sliced1 thick-sliced bacon strip, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons Italian tomato pasteHot cooked egg noodles Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown beef in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon to a 4- or 5-qt slow cooker....

Ingredients 3 large egg yolks1-1/2 cups sour cream1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup dried cranberries1 teaspoon vanilla extractCRUST:1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/3 cups quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In top of a double boiler or a metal bowl over simmering water, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended; stir in cranberries....

Ingredients 1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 eggs1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 pound spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits3 medium tart apples, diced1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1/4 cup chopped walnutsMaraschino cherries, halved Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar, eggs, lemon juice and salt; cook and stir over medium heat until temperature reaches 160° and mixture is thickened, about 4 minutes. Cool completely. Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water....

Ingredients 1 small spaghetti squash (about 2 pounds) 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided 1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked roasted garlic chicken sausage links or flavor of choice, sliced2-1/2 cups julienned carrots2-1/2 cups shredded red cabbage1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Reduced-sodium soy sauce and Sriracha chili sauce, optional Preparation Halve squash lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down; microwave on high until tender, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt1/4 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt3 cups shredded carrots (about 6 medium)FROSTING:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper. Beat first 5 ingredients until well blended....