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Ingredients 1-2/3 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 45 cookies)1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large eggs, lightly beaten4 cups chopped peeled tart apples1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground nutmegCINNAMON SAUCE:1/2 cup water2 tablespoons Red Hots candies1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons cornstarch Preparation In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 egg, lightly beaten1 can (3-1/2 ounces) whole jalapenos, chopped2 tablespoons taco seasoning1 jar (2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained1-1/2 teaspoons vinegar Preparation Cut bread dough into 1-in. pieces. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and toss to mix well. Spoon into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed3 tablespoons 2% milk1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons chopped green onion2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Place the potatoes in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. In a small bowl, mash potatoes with milk....

Ingredients 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sliced green onions, divided2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon canola oil3 garlic cloves, minced1/3 pound ground pork1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon sesame oil1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 cups uncooked egg noodles1-1/2 cups water Preparation In a large skillet, saute 1/4 cup onions and ginger in canola oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add pork; cook until juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup cornmeal3 tablespoons sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup chunky salsa1/2 cup half-and-half cream6 tablespoons butter, melted1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the salsa, cream, butter and egg. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) ladyfingers, split1 package (4-3/4 ounces) strawberry Junket Danish Dessert1-3/4 cups cold water2 pints fresh strawberries, sliced1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedAdditional sliced strawberries, optional Preparation Place ladyfingers in a single layer in a 13-in. x 9-in. dish; set aside. In a saucepan, bring dessert mix and water to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Cool for 4-5 minutes; fold in strawberries. Spoon over ladyfingers; spread gently....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided2 cups cooked cubed chicken or turkey2 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon chopped chives1 tablespoon chopped pimientos1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbsAdditional chives Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese and 2 tablespoons butter until smooth. Stir in chicken, milk, chives, pimientos, salt and pepper. Separate crescent dough into four rectangles; firmly press perforations to seal....

Ingredients 3 cups oyster crackers, crushed1 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened4 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups finely chopped fully cooked ham2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1/3 cup minced chives1/4 cup minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepperAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, Parmesan cheese and butter. Set aside 1/4 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and 2 in....

Ingredients 30 tortilla chips1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, chopped1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/4 teaspoon dill weed1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/4 cup sliced ripe olives1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Arrange tortilla chips in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. In a bowl, combine the crab, sour cream, mayonnaise, onion and dill; spoon about 1 tablespoon onto each chip. Sprinkle with cheese, olives and paprika....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarch Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and cornstarch; gradually add to creamed mixture. Pat into an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Pierce several times with a fork. Bake at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut while warm.

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 4 pounds)3 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 large onions, chopped1 cup ketchup1 cup beef broth2/3 cup chili sauce1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons prepared mustard2 tablespoons molasses2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke, optional12 to 16 kaiser rolls or hamburger buns Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown roast on all sides in 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 6 slices bread, crusts removed1 pound bulk pork sausage1 teaspoon prepared mustard3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese3 eggs1-1/2 cups milk2/3 cup half-and-half creamPinch pepper Preparation Place bread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in mustard. Sprinkle sausage and cheese evenly over bread. In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, cream and pepper. Pour over cheese....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (1-3/4 pounds)1 envelope taco seasoning1 medium onion, chopped1 cup beef broth2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon cold water6 flour tortillas (8 inches)1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauceOptional: Chopped lettuce and chopped tomatoes Preparation Rub roast with taco seasoning. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with onion and broth. Cook, covered, on low 7-8 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons seasoned salt4 teaspoons poultry seasoning1 tablespoon paprika1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 pounds)1 pound carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-1/2-inch lengths2 large onions, chopped2 tablespoons cornstarch Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Carefully loosen skin from chicken breast; rub 1 tablespoon spice mixture under the skin. Rub remaining spice mixture over chicken....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced3 medium red potatoes (about 3/4 pound), cubed3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon pepper1 package (12 ounces) seasoned stuffing cubes8 ounces smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onion; cook and stir until peppers are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup white wine vinegar1/4 cup Dijon mustard2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 pounds fresh sugar snap peasGrated lemon zest, optional Preparation For vinaigrette, in a small bowl, whisk the first 8 ingredients until blended. In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 16 cups water to a boil. Add snap peas; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until peas turn bright green....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2-1/4 cups sugar, divided1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt50 pretzel sticksDecorating icing of your choiceOrange gumdrops Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and 2 cups sugar until blended. Beat in egg and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes or until firm enough to shape....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon saltPinch pepper4 pork loin chops (about 3/4 inch thick and 8 ounces each)1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup ketchup1 cup water1/4 cup packed brown sugar Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients. Add pork chops, a few at a time; seal bag and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 c. chicken stock or low-sodium broth 3 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp. sherry or Chinese cooking wine 1 tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. cornstarch 1/2 tsp. distilled white vinegar 1/2 tsp. sesame oil 1 tbsp. peanut oil 3 tbsp. minced peeled fresh ginger 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the stock with the soy sauce, sherry, sugar, cornstarch slurry, vinegar and sesame oil....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked egg noodles1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained2 cups shredded Swiss cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheesePaprika, optional Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth....