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Ingredients 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. whole wheat flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 3 large overripe bananas 1 large egg 3/4 c. packed light brown sugar 1/3 c. vegetable oil 1/4 c. sour cream 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. fresh or frozen blueberries (unthawed if frozen) 14 banana chips Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. jasmine rice kosher salt 1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 3 tbsp. brown sugar 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. sesame oil 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1 tbsp. fresh ginger, grated 1 tbsp. sriracha 2 tbsp. canola oil, divided 1 lb. skirt steak, thinly sliced 1 head broccoli, cut into florets 1 red pepper, thinly sliced Crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish (optional)...

Ingredients 1 pound dried apricots (2-1/2 cups)1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup sugarDOUGH:2/3 cup shortening3 tablespoons 2% milk1-1/3 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon lemon extract4 cups cake flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, cook apricots and water over low heat for 45 minutes or until the water is absorbed and apricots are soft. Cool slightly; transfer to a blender. Cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 2 celery ribs, chopped1 bunch green onions, chopped1/2 cup butter, cubed3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage or 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepper12 cups cubed day-old French bread1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 eggs1 cup chicken broth1 can (8 ounces) whole oysters, drained and chopped1/4 cup white wine or additional chicken broth...

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/2 pound ground pork1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 medium carrots, chopped1 medium onion, chopped6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped8 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dry white wine1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, crushed slightly1-1/2 cups chicken stock or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti3 tablespoons butter, cubed1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef and pork over medium heat, 5-7 minutes, until no longer pink, breaking both into crumbles....

Ingredients 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened2 large eggs, room temperature3 tablespoons plus 5 teaspoon water, divided1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups sugar, divided2/3 cup cake flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt5 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon rum extract2 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Spoon ice cream into a 1-1/2-qt. bowl lined with plastic wrap; freeze until firm. Preheat oven to 375°. Line a greased 9-in. round baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/3 cups mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)3/4 cup chopped pecansFROSTING:7 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream6 tablespoons shortening1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup marshmallow creme1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose or whole wheat flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup chopped nutsFROSTING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, softened6 tablespoons 2% milk2-1/2 to 3 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup pecan halves2 medium firm bananas, slicedCAKE:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup plain yogurt2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon vanilla extractWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and butter; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup milk1/2 cup butter1/2 cup sugar5-1/4 to 6 cups all-purpose flour2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 teaspoon salt3 eggs3 medium ripe bananas, mashed1 teaspoon water Preparation In a large saucepan, cook and stir the milk, butter and sugar over medium heat until butter is melted; cool to 120°-130°. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, yeast, salt, 2 eggs, bananas and milk mixture; beat on low speed until combined....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh sugar snap peas2 tablespoons water1 jar (2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the peas and water. Cover and cook on high for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients.

Ingredients 2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened 1 c. powdered sugar 3 c. heavy cream 1 1/2 (16-oz.) boxes gingersnap cookies 2 tbsp. butter 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon 2 tsp. granulated sugar 2 apples, cored and chopped Caramel, for drizzling Preparation Step 1Make cream cheese whipped cream: In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat cream cheese until completely smooth. Add powdered sugar and continue beating until fully incorporated and slightly fluffy....

Ingredients 6 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced (about 2-1/2 pounds)2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium leek (white portion only), sliced3 garlic cloves, sliced2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons agave nectar or honey1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Divide parsnips, carrots, leek and garlic between two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over vegetables. Toss to coat. Roast 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 chai tea bags1/4 cup boiling water3 cups quick-cooking oats2 cups almonds, coarsely chopped1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup honey1/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom Preparation Preheat oven to 250°. Steep tea bags in boiling water 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine oats, almonds and coconut. Discard tea bags; stir remaining ingredients into tea. Pour tea mixture over oat mixture; mix well to coat....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 cups diced peeled apples1/4 cup chopped nutsWhipped cream or ice cream Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture (batter will be very thick)....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut in half3 tablespoons honey mustard2 medium apples, thinly sliced 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 cup white wine or apple cider1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In an ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Brown tenderloin halves on all sides; remove pan from heat. Spread pork with mustard; roast in oven until a thermometer reads 145°, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons butter4 frozen waffles, thawed4 slices process American cheese1 medium tart apple, thinly sliced Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add two waffles; top each with one cheese slice, apple slices, and remaining cheese and waffles. Cook until waffles are lightly toasted on both sides and cheese is melted.

Ingredients 8 ounces frozen artichoke hearts (about 2 cups), thawed and chopped2 medium tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1 pound beef flat iron or top sirloin steak (1-1/4 pounds) 1/4 teaspoon pepper6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed Preparation Toss artichoke hearts and tomatoes with cilantro and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle steak with pepper and remaining salt. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°), 5-6 minutes per side....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 pound fresh asparagus6 thick-sliced center-cut bacon strips, coarsely chopped1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 medium red onion, thinly sliced1 shallot, thinly sliced1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, coarsely chopped1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper3 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt2 tablespoons butter3 bacon strips, halved1/4 cup sliced onion1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3 ounces pepper Jack cheese, shredded1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Sprinkle chicken with seasoned salt. In a nonstick skillet, cook chicken in butter over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; drain. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp....