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Ingredients 1 8-ounce bag fresh cranberries 3/4 cup sugar 2 cups pure pomegranate juice 1 cinnamon stick 2 whole black peppercorns 2 large strips orange peel, white pith removed, plus strips of zest for garnish Salt 3 packets (6 teaspoons) unflavored gelatin Preparation Pulse the cranberries and 1/4 cup sugar in a food processor until chunky and juicy, about 8 times. Set aside for 20 minutes to macerate. Meanwhile, combine the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, 1 1/2 cups pomegranate juice, the cinnamon stick, peppercorns, orange peel and a pinch of salt in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer, stirring, until the sugar dissolves....

Ingredients 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour (or more AP flour) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 very ripe bananas, mashed 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter 1/4 cup vegetable oil (you can also use canola) 1 large egg 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 oz mini peanut butter cups 8 mini snickers, chopped...

Ingredients 1 1/2 C butter, softened 8 oz cream cheese, softened 3 C sugar 6 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 3 C all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp salt Preparation Beat butter and cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer, 2 minutes, or until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until yellow disappears. Add vanilla, mixing well. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to butter mixture, beating at low speed just until blended after each addition....

Ingredients •2 sticks of butter (just go with it) •Half a brick of cream cheese – about 4 oz •1 egg yolk •1 cup of sugar •2.5 cups of flour •1 tsp of vanilla extract •1 tsp of lemon extract Preparation 1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2.Get out the hand mixer and combine the room-temperature butter and cream cheese on medium speed – enough as to mix it, not so much as to wear it....

Ingredients 1 can (6 oz) crabmeat, well drained 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, if desired 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons sharp Cheddar process cheese spread (from 5-oz jar) 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count) or 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, mix all ingredients except dough....

Ingredients 2 cups flour 1/2 cup fine cornmeal 2 packed tbs lt brown sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 4 tbs cold unsalted butter cut into 1/2 inch cubes 1 cup evaporated milk 1 quart oil for frying Preparation In large bowl whisk together flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. Using pastry blender cut in chilled butter cubes till mixture resembles coarse meal. Add evaporated milk and stir till dough forms....

Ingredients •1 egg •2 teaspoons water •2/3 cup Italian-style panko (Japanese) bread crumbs •1/3 cup mashed potato flakes •1 pound sea scallops •1/4 cup olive oil •2 tablespoons butter •1 tablespoon all-purpose flour •1/4 teaspoon salt •1/8 teaspoon pepper •3/4 cup heavy whipping cream •2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon Preparation •In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and potato flakes....

Ingredients 1 kg beans (preferable Croatian “tresnjevec” beans, but you can use any kind - avoid canned) 1 large onion (finely minced) pig-fat 1 slice of bacon (Croatian “pancetta”) finely minced plus pancetta skin for taste 2 garlic cloves (finely minced) 2 teaspoons paprika (dried grounded) flour Chili (to taste) 1 bay leaf salt, pepper, water Preparation Soak beans overnight in water. Wash the beans and put it in fresh cold water unit it boils....

Ingredients 2 cups pumpkin seeds 1/4 tsp cinnamon 2/3 cup sugar Salt, optional Preparation Spray seeds with cooking oil spray. Mix sugar and cinnamon together and sprinkle on seeds. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and toast seeds until golden brown.

Ingredients 2 cans sea watch chopped clams, juice drained and reservedd 2/3 cup butter 2/3 cup onion minced 2/3 celery minced 14 eggs 6 cups breadcrumbs 1 pint cream 1/3 cup lemon juice 2 teaspoons parsely chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon white pepper 1 cup milk 2 cups flour Preparation Puff mixture: Saute onion and celery until transparent drain off liquid. In a large bowl combine clams and juiced celery onion lemon juice parsley spiices cream 2 eggs and 2 cups of breadcrumbs....

Ingredients Cake- 2 1/4 cups flour, plus more for dusting the pans 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature 6 large egg whites, at room temperature 2 teaspoons almond extract (or slightly less to taste) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon table salt 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened but still cool Frosting - 16 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened but still cool...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons peanut oil or butter 1 1/2 cups steel-cut oats (not rolled), rinsed and drained 1 tablespoon minced or grated ginger 1 tablespoon mustard seeds (brown or black are both fine) 3 cardamom pods 1 or 2 dried red chilies, like Thai (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup grated dried unsweetened coconut 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, mint, scallions or parsley, or a combination. Preparation Put oil or butter in a pot with a tight-fitting lid over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 4 large egg whites 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 4 large ripe passion fruits, halved 2 kiwis-peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4 inch thick 1 small mango, peeled and thinly sliced Preparation Preheat the oven to 275°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar at medium speed until frothy....

Ingredients 2/3 c. Heavy Cream 1 1/3 c. 2% Milk 3/4 c Sugar 2 Tbl. Vanilla Extract Preparation Two things before you begin: This comes out VERY sweet, when you mix it into your coffee, it is only mildly sweet. (Adjust sweetness according to your tastes). Be sure to NOT boil the liquid. The heat never needs to exceed a temperature you can comfortably hold your finger in for a five-count....

Ingredients 1 large cucumber 12 oz long pasta (linguine or fresh Chinese egg noodles) 2 Tbsp. dark sesame oil 1/2 cup sesame paste (tahini) or peanut butter 2 Tbsp. sugar 3 Tbsp. soy sauce, or to taste 1 tsp. minced ginger, optional 1 Tbsp. rice or wine vinegar Hot sesame oil or Tabasco sauce to taste 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, or more Garnish: At least 1/2 cup minced scallions...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons margarine or butter 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 3 tablespoons sliced green onions, including tops 1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 2 cups ready-to-serve fat-free chicken broth with 1/3 less sodium 1 (4.5-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained Preparation Melt margarine in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, green onions and rice; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender and rice begins to brown, stirring frequently....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoon finely chopped shallots 2 cups thinly sliced mushrooms Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 pound sea or bay scallops 2 tablespoons flour 1/2 cup milk 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream Pinch cayenne Preparation Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a saucepan and add the shallots. Cook briefly, stirring, and add the mushrooms. Cook until wilted and add the salt, pepper, and wine....

Ingredients 1 Cup self rising corn meal 1/2 t pepper 1/2 Cup milk 1 egg beaten 2 T Liquid oil Preparation Sift together corn meal mix and pepper. Add milk, egg, and shortening. Beat until smooth. Dip weiners and fry in hot fat.

Ingredients 8 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted 3 tbsp. flour 2 cups heavy cream 1 lb. jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over for shell pieces 1 cup panko bread crumbs 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley 2 tbsp. sherry 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp. worcestershire 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. dry mustard powder 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper...

Ingredients 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box 1/2 cup sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 (21-oz.) can apricot pie filling 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Water 2 teaspoons sugar Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. Prepare pie crust as directed on package for two-crust pie using 9-inch pie pan. In large bowl, combine 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch; mix well....