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Ingredients 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup Scotch whisky 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces, plus more for pans 9 tablespoons cake flour, plus more for pans 14 ounces semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped 6 large eggs, separated 1 1/3 cups sugar 1 1/3 cups finely ground blanched almonds Pinch of salt Ganache Ganache Edible flowers, for garnish Preparation Combine raisins and whisky in a small bowl. Cover with plastic, and let sit, at room temperature, for at least 4 hours and up to overnight....

Ingredients 1/4 cup warm whole milk 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (from one 1/4-ounce envelope) 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened, plus more for bowl and pan 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 cup packed dark-brown sugar...

Ingredients 1 box (1 lb 2.3 oz) fudge brownie mix Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box 18 craft sticks (flat wooden sticks with round ends) 2 bags (10 oz each) spooky green candy melts or coating wafers 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 36 Betty Crocker™ Candy Shop candy eyeballs (from 0.88-oz package) 36 licorice bites 1 tube (4.25 oz) purple decorating icing 1 tube (4.25 oz) black decorating icing...

Ingredients 3 poussin, (about 3 pounds) 1 tablespoon olive oil Coarse salt, (to taste) Freshly ground black pepper, (to taste) Preparation Using a pair of poultry scissors, split the poussins down the breast side. Set the bird, backside down, on a clean work surface. Using the heel of your hand, press down to flatten the bird. Brush with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place flattened poussin on the heated grill....

Ingredients 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies (50 cookies) 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted 3 cups whipping cream 4 teaspoons instant espresso or regular coffee granules 2 tablespoons hot water 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 2 cans (14 oz each) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated) 1 cup frozen (thawed) orange juice concentrate 2/3 cup chocolate-flavored syrup Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix crushed cookies and butter....

Ingredients 1/2 large red bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped 20 large or 30 small fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (1/2 lemon) 1 clove garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon slivered, blanched almonds, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped Preparation Place bell pepper, mint leaves, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in the jar of a blender....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh or frozen medium shrimp in shells 1 cup boiling water 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (3 ounces) 1/2 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 small onion, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1/2 cup whole almonds, toasted 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin orange segments, drained 1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow (Chinese) pea pods, thawed and drained Soy sauce, if desired...

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (8 oz) 1 envelope (1.8 oz) white sauce mix 2 1/2 cups milk 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1 box (9 oz) asparagus cuts 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained, chopped 1 cup diced (1/4 to 1/2 inch) cooked ham 1 cup shredded Havarti cheese (4 oz) 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 package (7 oz) dried mixed fruit, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup orange juice 1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1/2 cup sugar 1/3 cup plain fat-free yogurt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and side of 9-inch round cake pan with shortening; lightly flour. In 1-quart saucepan, heat fruit and orange juice to boiling over medium heat; reduce heat....

Ingredients 1 cup ice 1/2 cup frozen raspberries 1/2 cup plain lowfat yogurt 1 banana 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup coconut water (or other liquid, such as juice) Preparation Place ice and raspberries in the bottom of blender, and all other ingredients on top. Whir until completely smooth. Serve. Related Video

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Pasta Salad™ classic pasta salad mix Water and oil called for on pasta salad box 20 pepperoni slices, cut in half 1/2 cup sliced ripe olives 1 cup cubed mozzarella cheese 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 2 or 3 fresh basil leaves Preparation Cook, drain and rinse pasta as directed on box. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix water, oil and contents of seasoning packet. Add pasta, pepperoni, ripe olives, cheese and tomatoes....

Ingredients 1 pomelo, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds Chopped pistachios Honey Orange-flower water Plain yogurt Preparation Arrange pomelo on plate, sprinkle with pistachios, and drizzle with honey and orange-flower water. Serve with yogurt and more honey. Related Video

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg 1/2 to 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 1/3 cups shredded coconut 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup butterscotch chips 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated) 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, or line with cooking parchment paper....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) frozen precooked salad tortellini 3/4 pound cooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, thawed if frozen 1/4 cup sliced ripe olives 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1/3 cup fat-free Italian dressing Preparation Thaw tortellini as directed on package. Toss tortellini and remaining ingredients until coated with dressing. Refrigerate before serving if desired. Related Video

Ingredients 13 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar 3 large eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 9-by-13-inch cake pan; line with parchment paper, allowing 2-inch overhang. Butter parchment. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Put butter and brown sugar into mixer bowl; mix on medium-high until pale and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 cup Fiber One™ original bran cereal 1 can (15 oz) Muir Glen™ organic pizza sauce 1/4 cup fat-free (skim) milk 3/4 cup coarsely chopped turkey pepperoni 1/4 cup fat-free egg product 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 93%) ground beef 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (2 oz) Preparation Heat oven to 450°F. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and finely crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or finely crush in food processor)....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix 1 box (4-serving size) white chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix 1 cup water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 4 egg whites 6 cups cherry-chocolate chip ice cream 1 cup whipping cream 1 package (6 oz) white chocolate baking bars, chopped 1/4 cup hot fudge topping Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour....

Ingredients 1 (15.6-oz.) pkg. cranberry-orange quick bread mix 1/3 cup butter, softened 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 (12-oz.) can apricot filling 1 (3-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, cut into small pieces 1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 9-inch square pan. Place bread mix in large bowl. With pastry blender or fork, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg; mix well. Reserve 1 cup mixture for topping....

Ingredients 8 uncooked manicotti shells 5 cups coleslaw mix 1 1/2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken breast 1 cup fresh bean sprouts, finely chopped 1/2 cup peanuts, chopped 1/4 cup canned water chestnuts, chopped 1/3 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons rice wine or white vinegar 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Preparation Prepare Tangy Peanut Dressing. Cook and drain manicotti as directed on package....

Ingredients 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 lb. lean ground beef 4 tablespoons spicy barbecue sauce 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 burger buns, split Preparation In medium skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp and onion is tender, stirring frequently. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine ground beef, 2 tablespoons of the barbecue sauce, seasoned salt and pepper; mix well....