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Sugar Cookie Christmas Tree
By á-10360
Decorating cookies is a must during the Christmas season
- 1/3 cup butter, softened
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Dash salt
- 1 recipe Royal icing (see recipe below)
- Edible glitter
- 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
- 4 teaspoons meringue powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 to 2 tablespoons warm water
7-Layer Mexican Bean Dip
By á-11135
Serve our Ultimate 7-Layer Dip at any party for a savory sample of flavor
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons Mrs. Dash Southwest chipotle seasoning
- drizzle extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 can refried beans
- 2 cups spicy baked brown rice
- 1/2 cup salsa verde
- 1/2 cup enchilada sauce
- 8 ounces Mexican cheese blend, shredded, about 1 cup
- 1/2 can large black olives, sliced
Turkey & Cranberry Quesadillas
By á-43854
A little spicy with the jalapeño, and a little sweet with the cranberry sauce, this turkey and cranberry is a fun...
- 2 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese such as jack or cheddar
- 1/4 pound turkey, cooked, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce
- 1/2 jalapeno, finely diced
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 handful cilantro, chopped
Halloween Goody Bars
By á-11135
Halloween goodie bars are quick and easy to make, and will be a party favorite! You can switch up the candies -- us...
- 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal® all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz)
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 3/4 cup orange and brown candy-coated chocolate candies
Swiss Potatoes
By MJH
These Swiss potatoes are so easy, but packed with cheesy flavor and sure to satisfy the whole family
- 4 large red potatoes, thinly sliced
- 3 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 cup chicken broth
- salt and pepper, to taste
Hoppy Easter Bunny Dirt Cake
By kristentirrell
Get your little ones to help with this super fun, kid-friendly Easter recipe! Peeps bunnies hop around M&M candy eg...
- 1 (5.1 to 5.9-ounce) large box instant chocolate pudding
- 2 3/4 cups milk
- 1 package spring Oreos
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- green food coloring
- 1 package Peeps bunnies or more to decorate
- M&Ms candy eggs
Omelet Rollups or Roulade with Smoky Fried Potatoes, Cream Cheese, & Watercress
By Pattywak
This roulade or roll up is a stuffed omelette with smoked paprika, fried potatoes, peppers and water cress
- OMELET:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika (substitute with chili powder, regular paprika, or cayenne)
- salt, to taste
- non-stick spray or olive oil
- SMOKEY POTATOES:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small potato
- pinch smoked paprika, plus more to taste
- OTHER INGREDIENTS:
- 6 wedges laughing cow or cream cheese
- 1/2 green or red or orange pepper, julienned
- 1/2 cup watercress leaves loosely packed
Baileys Hot Chocolate Ice Cream Pie
By EricS52
This scrumptious ice cream pie tastes just like a cup of hot chocolate with a shot of Baileys Irish cream
- CRUST:
- 15-20 Oreo cookies
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- FILLING:
- 1/4 cup milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa
- 3-4 tablespoons Baileys, depending on flavor preference
- 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
- 2 1/2 cups marshmallows
Crab and Artichoke Dip
By gMinor
This Dip can be served hot and bubbly right out of the oven on game day, or chilled for a summer picnic
- 1 Square casserole dish (8x8 or 9x9)
- 2 (13.75-ounce) cans Artichoke Hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 2 cups Mayonnaise
- 1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese (reserve about 1/4 cup to sprinkle on top)
- 3 (6-ounce) cans lump crabmeat, drained
- 1 jar (4 oz.) diced pimientos, drained
- 3-4 slices cooked, then crumbled Bacon
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic
Country Christmas Cookies
By carvalhohm2
These Country Christmas Cookies are awesome! Not only do they taste great
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 box classic white cakemix
- 1 teaspoon butter rum extract
- 3/4 cup peanuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup chocolate, chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Grilled Lobster with Garlic-Parsley Butter
By winefoot
Grilling lobster is a simple and rustic way to prepare a delicacy
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red chile flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced fine
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 live lobster, about 1 to 1 1/2 pounds
- 1/4 olive oil
Citrus Sunshine Punch
By Nicole S
Whether it's sunny where you are, or not so sunny, fill your glass with Citrus Sunshine Punch and feel the bright g...
- 1 (12-ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
- 1 (12-ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
- 1 (12-ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
- 8 cups cold water
- 2 liters ginger ale, chilled
- Ice cubes
- 1 quart orange sherbet
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