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Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting (about 1-2/3 cups)Red gel or paste food coloringMiniature marshmallowsBrown M&M’s minisRed HotsRed jimmiesSweetened shredded coconut Preparation Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions for cupcakes, filling paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; cool completely. Tint 2/3 cup frosting red with food coloring. Place 3 tablespoons white frosting in a food-safe plastic bag; cut a 1/4-in....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells2 cups 4% cottage cheese3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and well drained1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1 large egg2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1 pound bulk Italian sausage4 cups meatless spaghetti sauce2 garlic cloves, minced Preparation Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, broccoli, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, onion powder, pepper and garlic powder; set aside....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped3 tablespoons butter1 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 cup canned pumpkin2 large eggs1/3 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, melted4 cups cubed day-old bread3 medium zucchini, chopped1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and poultry seasoning....

Ingredients 1 pound flounder1/3 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium plum tomato, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon pepper4 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro Preparation Place the fish in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork; cut into 1-in. pieces. In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 bone-in chicken breast halves (10 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon crushed garlic3/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation Rub chicken with garlic; sprinkle with lemon-pepper and oregano. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken, skin side down, in oil for 5 minutes. Transfer to a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth and onion to a boil. Reduce heat. Add the vegetables; cover and cook for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in chicken and soup; heat through.

Ingredients 1/2 to 3/4 pound sea scallops3 tablespoons butter, divided3/4 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley or 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh chives or 1/2 teaspoon dried chives1/4 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/8 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon garlic saltDash pepper2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place scallops in a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Mix 2 tablespoons melted butter, lemon juice, herbs, garlic salt and pepper; drizzle over scallops....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds medium uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup fresh broccoli florets1 cup julienned sweet red pepper4 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups fresh sugar snap peas3/4 cup sliced green onions3 garlic cloves, minced Preparation Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry shrimp in hot oil until shrimp turn pink. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm....

Ingredients 24 medium fresh mushrooms (about 16 ounces), stems removed10 bacon strips, finely chopped1/2 cup finely chopped red onion2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh basil1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1 container (8 ounces) cherry-size fresh mozzarella cheese24 ripe olive slices24 orange sword picks or toothpicks Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place mushroom caps in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 10 cups)1 medium onion, finely chopped5 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened and cubed1 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup butter, cubedTOPPINGS:1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup minced chives Preparation Place potatoes and onion in a 6-qt. slow cooker; add broth, garlic, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 beef rump or bottom round roast (about 3 pounds)1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning1 carton (26 ounces) beef stock12 whole wheat hoagie buns, split6 ounces Havarti cheese, cut into 12 slices Preparation Cut roast in half. Mix onion powder, garlic powder and Creole seasoning; rub onto beef. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add stock. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1-1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar1/3 cup molasses3 eggs3 cups quick-cooking oats2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots, chopped Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Beat in molasses. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Combine remaining ingredients; stir into batter. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours....

Ingredients 2 cups sour cream1 green pepper, finely chopped1/4 cup minced chives1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or dill weed1/2 teaspoon saltAssorted raw vegetables or crackers Preparation In a bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with vegetables or crackers.

Ingredients 3 large eggs1 cup whole milk1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)Whipped topping and additional cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs. Beat in the milk, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, ginger and cloves. Stir in the pumpkin just until blended....

Ingredients 1 cup self-rising flour1 teaspoon celery salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion salt1 teaspoon barbecue seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt2 pounds chicken wingettesOil for frying1/2 cup butter, melted1 bottle (2 ounces) hot pepper sauceBlue cheese salad dressing Preparation In a large shallow dish, mix the first 6 ingredients. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and toss to coat. In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry wingettes, a few at a time, until browned, 4-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes2 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch cubes2 medium turnips, peeled and diced2 medium carrots, peeled and diced1 teaspoon sea salt, divided 1 teaspoon chili powder3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cumin6 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add potatoes, turnips and carrots....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed vegetable beef soup, undiluted3/4 cup chow mein noodles Preparation In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in soups. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with chow mein noodles....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and drained1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 frozen deep-dish pastry shell (9 inches)5 large eggs3/4 cup half-and-half cream1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sausage, cheese, mushrooms, green pepper and onion; sprinkle into pastry shell. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, cream, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over sausage mixture....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts (about 5-1/2 cups)1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Trim Brussels sprouts. Cut sprouts lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into thin slices. Place a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add Brussels sprouts; cook and stir until sprouts begin to brown lightly, 2-3 minutes. Add oil and toss to coat....

Ingredients 24 shelled and deveined large shrimp (about 1 1/4 pounds) 16 mussels (about 10 ounces) 6 oz. kielbasa 1 ear corn 4 sprig thyme 1 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter Old Bay seasoning 1/4 c. dry white wine 1/4 c. water Preparation Step 1Light a grill. Lay four 24-by-18-inch sheets of heavy-duty foil on a work surface. Fold each sheet in half crosswise. On the lower half of each sheet, arrange the seafood, kielbasa, corn, thyme and butter; season with Old Bay....