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Ingredients ½cupwarm water active dry yeast,1 envelope ¾cupwarm milk 1pkgred velvet cake mix 2½cupsall purpose flour pinch of kosher salt ½cupunsalted butter,(1 stick) softened ½cupbrown sugar ½cupgranulated sugar 1tspcinnamon ½cupunsalted butter,(1 stick) softened 8ozcream cheese,softened 1cuppowdered sugar ½tspvanilla extract ¼cupmilk Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 9×13-inch pan and set aside. In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Allow to sit and bloom for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1¼lbsbaby red potatoes,halved, larger ones quartered 1lbmedium carrots,scrubbed clean, cut into 2-inch pieces, thicker portions halved 3tbspolive oil,divided 1tbspfresh thyme,minced 1tbspfresh rosemary,minced salt and freshly ground black pepper 12ozgreen beans,ends trimmed, halved 1½tbspgarlic,(4 cloves), minced Preparation Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, toss together the potatoes, carrots with 2½ tablespoon olive oil, thyme, rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread the vegetables onto a rimmed 18×13-inch baking sheet....

Ingredients 4wild salmon fillets,(4 oz each) 1tbspDijon mustard,divided ¾tspdried parlsey ½tspkosher salt fresh black pepper,to taste ¼cupred onion,chopped 4tspextra virgin olive oil 2tbspapple cider vinegar ⅛tspgarlic powder 1cupcherry tomatoes,halved 2small avocados,diced 4cupsRomaine lettuce,chopped 1½cupsred cabbage,shredded Preparation Season the salmon with 2 teaspoons of the Dijon, ½ teaspoon of dried parsley, and ¼ teaspoon of salt and black pepper. Adjust the oven on the second rack. Broil the salmon for about 6 to 7 minutes, until cooked through....

Ingredients 6skinless chicken thighs,or breast fillets 2tbspolive oil,divided 1tbspminced garlic,4 cloves 8oozcream cheese,full fat or reduced fat 1cupchicken stock,broth 14ozartichoke hearts in brine ,drained and roughly chopped 4cupsbaby spinach leaves ,washed cupparmesan cheese Salt and cracked black pepper,to season Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper to taste. Heat oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until crisp and golden....

Ingredients 2tbspolive oil 2tbspWorcestershire sauce 1lime juice 2cloves garlic,crushed 1tspground cumin 1tspcrushed red chili flakes salt 1tspbrown sugar 16ozbeef fillet steak,Rump, Eye Fillet, or Scotch Fillet, cut into 4 pieces 1onion,sliced ½red bell pepper,deseeded and sliced ½yellow bell pepper,deseeded and sliced ½green bell pepper,deseeded and sliced 8slices day-old sourdough bread 1whole avocado,ripe, sliced 8Mozzarella cheese,slices ¼cupsalsa dip ½cupgreek yoghurt,or sour cream fresh cilantro leaves Preparation In a large shallow dish, whisk together the olive oil, Worcestershire, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili/pepper flakes, salt and sugar until combined....

Ingredients 2cinnamon raisin bread,slices ¼cuppeanut butter,crunchy 2tbspstrawberry jelly Preparation Spread the peanut butter evenly across 1 slice of bread. Spread the jelly evenly across the other slice. Sandwich the slices together. Cut the sandwich diagonally. Related Video

Ingredients 1medium ripe banana,cut in half lengthwise ½tbsphoney cinnamon,to taste whipped cream,or ice cream, for topping, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange banana on an oven-safe dish or on tinfoil. Sprinkle with cinnamon and honey. Cover tight with foil and bake for about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on how soft you like them. Enjoy as is, or add some whipped cream or light ice cream on the side....

Ingredients 2bananaspeeled, sliced, and frozen 1cupBlue Diamond Almond Breeze Almond milk ½cupold-fashioned oatsuncooked ½cupGreek yogurtplain, non-fat 1tspvanilla extractstore-bought or homemade ⅛tspground cinnamon pinchground nutmeg pinchsalt 1tspmaple syrupoptional Preparation Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse until smooth. Serve immediately. Related Video

Ingredients 1 yellow onion 1cupbuttermilk 3oilcanola for frying 1cupsflour(divided) ¼tspkosher salt ⅛tspblack pepper ¼tspgarlic powder ¾cupbeer Preparation In a large bowl, add the onion slices and buttermilk together and let soak for ten minutes. In a second large bowl add half a cup of the flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder and whisk together. Add the beer and whisk until well-combined In a third bowl add the remaining flour....

Ingredients 8pcsthin chicken cutlets,about 3 oz each 4slicesthin lean prosciutto,sliced in half 4slicesSargento reduced fat provolone,or mozzarella, sliced in half ½cupwhole wheat Italian seasoned breadcrumbs ¼cupRomano cheese,or parmesan 1Juice of lemon 1tbspolive oil Fresh pepper ¼redonion,sliced Olive oil non-stick spray Preparation Wash and dry cutlets well with paper towels. Combine breadcrumbs and grated cheese in one bowl. In another bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, and pepper. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F....

Ingredients 2cupall purpose flour 2tspsugar ¾cupwarm water 1tspdry active yeast ¼tspsalt ½tspground cinnamon ½tspvanilla extract 1egg,lightly beaten 1tbspbutter,melted, barely warm 2tbspsugar 1tspcinnamon 1cuppowdered sugar 1tbspbutter,melted 3tbspmilk ¼tspvanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 425 degrees F, line 1 baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat, set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add warm water. Sprinkle yeast and allow to dissolve for 2 to 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup ruby port 1 cup red burgundy-style wine 1/2 orange, sliced 1 lime, sliced 1 whole clove 1 stick cinnamon 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 cups vanilla ice cream 3 cups strawberries, fresh, sliced Whipped cream, lightly sweetened, for topping 6 strawberries , with stems, for garnish, optional Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish Preparation Combine the ruby port and red wine in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 13ozhead broccoli 13ozhead cauliflower 2tbspcapers 2tbsplemon,juice 3tbspextra virgin olive oil 1clovegarlic,crushed 1shallot,small, minced salt and pepper Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, shallot, salt and pepper. Cut the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-size florets. Using a steamer, steam the vegetables for about 5 minutes. Remove the vegetables, rinse under cold water to stop them from cooking, drain and place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 18Oreo cookies 1½cupspancake mix 1egg ¾cupmilk 2tspvegetable oil,plus more for frying ¼tspvanilla extract ¼cuppowdered sugar raspberry sauce,optional Preparation Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 350 degrees F. Place the pancake mix, egg, milk, 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Stir to combine. Dip each Oreo into the batter, then place them in the oil. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown all over....

Ingredients 1tbspolive oil 1tbspbutter 1lbyukon gold potatoes,sliced about ½-inch in thickness 3garlic cloves,minced 1tspthyme,chopped 1tsprosemary,chopped 1tsporegano,chopped 2lean New York steak strip steaks salt and pepper,to taste ¼cupbutter,softened 3clovesgarlic,minced 1tspthyme,chopped 1tsprosemary,chopped 1tsporegano,chopped Preparation In a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat, add olive oil and butter, potatoes, garlic, thyme, rosemary and oregano. Cook for about 3 minutes, stir and cook for an additional 3 minutes or until fork tender. Remove and set on a plate....

Ingredients 2sweet onions 2jalapeños extra virgin olive oil ½cupcider vinegar ¼cuplight brown sugar,(plus 2 tbsp) ¼cupgrainy mustard ¼cupdijon mustard ¼tspcaraway seeds ¼tspturmeric 1tspcornstarch,(dissolved in 2 tsp water) salt and freshly ground pepper 3lbssausages,mixed Preparation Light a grill. Skewer each onion slice with a toothpick. Thread the jalapeños on a skewer. Brush the onions and jalapeños with olive oil. Grill over a hot fire for about 10 minutes, until charred but still slightly crisp....

Ingredients ¾cupsextra-virgin olive oil,or avocado oil ¼cupred wine vinegar 2tbsphoney 2chipotles in adobo,plus an extra teaspoon of the adobo sauce 2garlic cloves 2tbsplime juice,freshly-squeezed 1tspground cumin ½tspdried oregano ½tspsalt black pepper,freshly cracked Preparation Add the olive oil, vinegar, honey, chipotles in adobo, garlic, lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth. Taste, then add extra honey for a sweeter dressing. Serve over salads, and enjoy!...

Ingredients 2¼cupsall purpose flour,spoon and leveled 1tspground cinnamon ½tspbaking powder ¼tspsalt ¾cupunsalted butter,softened to room temperature ¾cupgranulated sugar 1large egg,room temperature 1½tspmaple extract 1tsppure vanilla extract gold sprinkles,and/or edible glitter stars 8ozwhite chocolate,coarsely chopped, optional Preparation Whisk the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl. Set aside. In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter for about 1 minute until creamy and smooth....

Ingredients 3tbspvegetable oil 8ozpork loin 6ozwhite mushroomsquartered 4ozsliced bamboo shootsdrained ½yellow oniondiced 1tbspsesame oil 2clovesgarlicminced 1tbspgingerminced 2green onionssliced white part only 1cupchicken broth 1tspcornstarch 1tbspsoy sauce 1tspsugar ½tspSzechuan peppercornsground 3tbspblack bean paste 1tbspchili garlic paste 4red chili peppers 14ozmedium tofudrained and cut in 3/4” chunks Preparation Add the vegetable oil to a wok or large skillet with the pork, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and onions and cook on medium-high heat until cooked through for about 3 to 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1½lbsbeef, veal, and pork meatloaf meat mix 2green apples,peeled, cored, and diced 1small white onion,diced 1cupherb seasoned stuffing mix,such as Pepperidge Farm® Herb-Seasoned Stuffing, crushed 3celery stalks,diced ½cupmilk ½cupwater 2eggs 1tspgarlic powder ¾tspsalt ¼tspblack pepper,ground 10¾ozcream of mushroom soup,(1 can) Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix meatloaf meat, apples, onion, stuffing mix, celery, milk, water, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until ingredients are evenly combined....