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Ingredients 1 jar (10 to 12 ounces) seedless raspberry jam (about 1 cup) 1 package (10 ounces) frozen strawberries Preparation In a medium saucepan, heat raspberry jam over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until liquefied, about 3 minutes. Add frozen strawberries. Simmer until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. With a potato masher, lightly mash strawberries, leaving some large pieces. Cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container; refrigerate up to 1 week. (If sauce solidifies, warm in the microwave or over low heat....

Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1 package (1.25 oz) Old El Paso™ 40%-less-sodium taco seasoning mix 1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick ’n Chunky salsa 2 cups frozen corn 2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz) 2/3 cup milk Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain....

Ingredients 3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2-inch piece Pecorino Romano rind (optional), plus 1/4 cup shaved cheese for serving 1 package (8.8 ounces) cheese tortellini 1 bunch Swiss chard, ribs and stems removed, cut into 1-inch pieces Lemon wedges (optional), for serving Preparation In a medium pot, bring broth, rind (if using), and 3 cups water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions. During last minute of cooking, add chard and cook until tender....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil’s food cake mix 1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa 1 box (4-serving size) chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix 2/3 cup stout beer 1/2 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow creme (1 1/2 cups) 1 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 2 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa 1 tablespoon stout beer 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Preparation Heat oven to 350°F....

Ingredients Unsalted butter, for pans 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for pans 3/4 cup cornstarch 6 large eggs, separated 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 3/4 cup plus 6 tablespoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon table salt Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter the bottom and sides of an 11-by-17-inch rimmed baking sheet and a 9-inch-diameter round cake pan. Line the bottom of each pan with parchment paper, and butter again....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1 medium onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 4 medium carrots, sliced (2 cups) 2 medium zucchini, sliced (4 cups) 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ chick peas (garbanzo beans), undrained 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon vegetable or chicken bouillon granules 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 6 cups hot cooked couscous Preparation Heat oil in 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked hulled or pearl barley 1 1/2 cups vegetable juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup) 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (1 cup) 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 can (14 oz) vegetable or chicken broth 4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup) 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted Preparation In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except green onions and nuts....

Ingredients 24 to 36 littleneck clams 1 bottle beer Preparation Heat gas grill. Wash clams one at a time, scrubbing lightly to remove sand from outside. Set grill-proof pan (camping pan or cast iron pan) on grill rack. Pour beer into pan. Place clams on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; steam clams 5 minutes. Check and remove any clams that are wide open. Cover grill; continue steaming 5 minutes longer or until all clams have opened wide....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow or White Cake Mix Water, vegetable oil and eggs or egg whites called for on cake mix box 2 containers Betty Crocker™ Whipped Fluffy White Frosting 12 large marshmallows Pink sugar Candy decorations and sprinkles, as desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for 24 cupcakes. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack....

Ingredients Coarse salt 3/4 pound green beans, trimmed 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Freshly ground pepper Preparation Prepare an ice-water bath. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt. Cook green beans until crisp tender, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beans to ice-water bath. Drain; set aside. Bring 1/4 cup water and butter to a boil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add beans. Cook until just heated through; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 5 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 5 tablespoons cold butter 1/4 cup dried tart cherries, chopped 1/4 cup chopped bittersweet baking chocolate 1 egg 3/4 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons sliced almonds Preparation Heat oven to 450°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. In large bowl, mix flour, 5 tablespoons sugar, the baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup sour cream Easy White Icing Sprinkles (optional) Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 12-cup standard muffin tin with paper liners. Into a medium bowl, sift together cocoa, flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg 2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, melted, cooled 1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 3 tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract 1/4 cup butter or margarine 2 tablespoons corn syrup 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz) Crushed round hard peppermint candies, if desired...

Ingredients Butter, room temperature, for baking dish 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus more for baking dish 6 large eggs, room temperature, separated 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted 1/2 teaspoon salt Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and set a kettle of water to boil. Butter a shallow 2-quart baking dish; coat with granulated sugar, tapping out excess. In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks with granulated sugar until lightened in color....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1 small onion, thinly sliced Salt and pepper to taste 1 package (14 oz) cooked smoked bratwurst (6 links) 2 cups apple cider 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cut into julienne strips Preparation In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook onions about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add bratwurst links; increase heat to medium-high....

Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 3 cups water 1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (6 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste 1 bag (16 oz) frozen vegetables 2 1/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 2/3 cup milk Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. In ovenproof Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir in water, tomatoes, tomato paste and vegetables....

Ingredients 2 large egg whites 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 3 large figs, cut in quarters, lengthwise Preparation Heat oven to 250 degrees. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk the egg whites to soft peaks on medium speed, about 7 minutes. Reduce the speed to low, and slowly add the confectioners’ sugar. Once the sugar is fully incorporated, increase the speed to high; you may need to scrape down the bowl a few times....

Ingredients 2 cups mixed fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, and cilantro 1 garlic clove 1 1/4 teaspoons red-wine vinegar 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained 3 anchovy fillets 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and ground pepper Preparation In a food processor, combine herbs, garlic, and vinegar; if desired, add capers and anchovy fillets. Pulse until coarsely chopped, 20 seconds. Transfer to a small bowl and stir in olive oil....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup packed fresh basil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small red chile or 1 medium jalapeno, chopped (include the seeds if you like it spicy) 4 skinless salmon fillets, 4 ounces each 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced 1/4 cup watercress leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 1/2 cup thin wedges red onion 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 1/2 pounds yellow and green baby summer squash, cut lengthwise in half (5 cups) 2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 cups cherry tomato halves Marjoram sprigs, if desired Preparation Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic in oil 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is crisp-tender....