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Ingredients 1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ oatmeal chocolate chip cookie mix 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 egg 3/4 cup chopped dried cherries 3/4 cup chopped pistachio nuts 3 oz semisweet baking chocolate, chopped Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Stir in cherries and 1/2 cup of the nuts. Onto ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by level tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart; flatten slightly....

Ingredients 12 mini sweet peppers 12 slices dried chorizo or andouille (1/4-inch thick) Preparation Heat broiler, with rack in top position. Make a long slit down three-fourths of the length of each pepper, leaving stem attached. Stuff each pepper with 1 slice dried chorizo and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil until peppers are blistered and browned on all sides, about 4 minutes, turning peppers frequently. Serve warm or at room temperature....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon finely ground espresso 8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar, (sifted, then measured) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped Preparation Whisk together flour, salt, and espresso in a large bowl; set aside. Put butter and sugar into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; beat on medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup sugar 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon grated grapefruit zest 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup grapefruit juice 1/4 cup sugar Preparation Heat oven to 325°F. Grease four 4x2-inch loaf pans with shortening; lightly flour. In small bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt; set aside....

Ingredients 2 (1 1/2 to 2 pound) center-cut salmon fillets, boneless and skin on 3 tablespoons coarse sea salt 3 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon crushed white peppercorns 1 large bunch fresh dill, (about 5 ounces) Pumpernickel bread, for serving Cucumber slices, for serving Hard-cooked eggs, for serving Salmon roe, for serving Sour cream, for serving Preparation Place salmon on a parchment paper-lined work surface. Remove any remaining bones. Wipe salmon with a damp cloth, being careful not to tear fish....

Ingredients 4 cups quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats 3 cups Golden Grahams™ cereal 3 cups Fiber One™ original bran cereal 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup sliced almonds 1 cup sunflower nuts 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Preparation Heat oven to 250°F. Spray 2 (15x10x1-inch) pans with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix oats, both cereals, the walnuts, almonds and sunflower nuts....

Ingredients 1 large sweet potato (about 10 ounces), peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks 1 medium apple (about 8 ounces), such as Granny Smith, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 large egg yolk, plus 4 large egg whites 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper....

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds small artichokes Juice of 1 lemon 1 whole chicken, about 4 pounds, rinsed and patted dry, cut into 10 to 12 pieces 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 1/4 teaspoon peperoncino flakes, or to taste 1 cup dry white wine 1 28-ounce can canned Italian plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano, crushed by hand 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley...

Ingredients 1 3/4 cups uncooked small pasta shells (7 oz) 1 1/2 cups seedless green grapes 1 1/2 cups cantaloupe cubes 2 bananas, sliced 2 cups halved fresh strawberries Lettuce leaves, if desired 1/2 cup sour cream 3 tablespoons frozen (thawed) limeade concentrate 1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix grapes, cantaloupe and bananas....

Ingredients 1/2 small onion, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic (1 large clove) 1 35 1/2-ounce imported whole Italian tomatoes, roughly chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Olive oil cooking spray Preparation Spray a nonstick skillet with olive-oil spray, and place over low heat. Add onion and garlic; cover, and cook until translucent, about 7 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Lower heat to medium low; simmer 25 to 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pouch Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes (your choice in flavor) 2 cups hot water Shredded cheese, if desired Cooked bacon pieces, if desired Vegetable oil for deep frying 1 egg 1 cup milk 1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 6 or 7 bamboo skewers Preparation Make mashed potatoes as directed on pouch, using 2 cups hot water. If desired, stir in a handful of shredded cheese or bacon pieces....

Ingredients 6 large egg whites, room temperature 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup superfine sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch Preparation Preheat oven to 200 degrees. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine whites, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until soft peaks form, about 1 1/2 minutes. Sprinkle sugar over the egg white mixture; beat on high speed until glossy peaks form, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest 1 teaspoon fresh orange juice 4 1/2 ounces almond paste 2 large egg whites 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/3 cups packed sweetened flaked coconut, (about 4 1/2 ounces) 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt Preparation Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Process granulated sugar and orange zest in a food processor until combined, about 3 minutes. Add almond paste; process 1 minute....

Ingredients 2 cups ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots 1 cup frozen sugar snap peas 3 tablespoons orange marmalade 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Dash pepper Preparation In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 cup water to boiling. Add carrots; return to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, adding sugar snap peas during last 5 minutes of cooking, until carrots are tender. Drain; return to saucepan....

Ingredients 6 slices nitrate-free bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces 20 ounces frozen petite/baby peas or fresh peas 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped 1/4 cup water 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Preparation Cook bacon in a heavy 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 1 large sweet onion (Maui, Texas Sweet or Walla Walla), thinly sliced, separated into rings 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/2 to 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper blend 4 boneless beef strip steaks, 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick (4 oz each), trimmed of fat Preparation Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, just until it begins to brown....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice-wine vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Fine sea salt Freshly ground white pepper 1/2 English cucumber, quartered lengthwise, seeded, and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro, thinly sliced Preparation Place vinegar and sugar in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Add oil, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and add cucumber; cook 1 to 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast 3/4 cup warm water (about 110 degrees) Pinch of sugar 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for bowl and drizzling 2 heads Treviso radicchio (5 ounces each), quartered lengthwise 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese Preparation Stir together yeast, water, and sugar in a large bowl, and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger (from one 1-inch piece) Coarse salt 1/3 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc 1/3 cup golden raisins, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup sugar 12 ounces rhubarb, trimmed and cut crosswise 1/4 inch thick Preparation Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion, garlic, ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 large heads garlic 1 teaspoon olive oil 4 pounds all-purpose Maine potatoes, peeled and quartered Salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 1/4 cups heavy cream Preparation Heat oven to 425 degrees. Slice tops 1/4-inch off garlic heads, and discard. Coat heads with olive oil, and wrap heads in aluminum foil. Bake until tender and golden, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven, and let stand until cool enough to handle....