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Kuromame (Sweet Black Soybeans) literally “black bean (黒豆)” in Japanese, and it is often served on New Year’s Day as a part of Osechi Ryori (traditional New Year’s meal). The shiny black beans are beautifully contrasting with red lacquer “jubako” (お重箱) container, which holds all different kinds of colorful traditional meals. Eating kuromame is considered good for your health for the new year. My parents encouraged me to eat some kuromame on New Year’s Day but this is actually one of my favorite items among all the New Year’s dishes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped dry-roasted macadamia nuts 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated) 1 bag (12 oz) white vanilla baking chips (2 cups) 4 oz dried pineapple, finely chopped (3/4 cup) 1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups) 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup whipping cream Preparation Heat oven to 350°F....

Ingredients 12 uncooked jumbo pasta shells 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 pound lean ground beef 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese 3/4 cup Old El Paso™ taco sauce 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces) 1/2 cup crushed corn chips 4 green onions, sliced 1/2 cup sour cream Preparation Heat oven to 350° F. Spray 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package....

Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, drained 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained 8 oz Mexican prepared cheese product (from 16-oz loaf), cut into cubes 6 oz nacho-flavored tortilla chips (about 64 chips) Preparation In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain....

Enjoy this video recipe tutorial for the Philly Sliders. Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. PHILLY CHEESESTEAK SLIDERS? These sliders are inspired by our classic Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. The sandwich originates and has its roots in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The sandwich is everything you’d expect in a classic Philly but in smaller sizes. Tender beef slices with mushrooms, onion, peppers with cheese in Hawaiian buns. These sliders are so good for parties, potlucks or even a quick dinner option....

Ingredients 2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1 cup milk 2 eggs 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 ounces) 1/2 cup chopped pepperoni 1/2 cup chopped tomato 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Pizza sauce or spaghetti sauce, if desired Grated Parmesan cheese, if desired Preparation Heat griddle or skillet; grease if necessary. Stir Bisquick, milk and eggs in large bowl until blended. Stir in remaining ingredients except pizza sauce and Parmesan cheese (batter will be thick)....

Ingredients 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, melted 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/3 cup marshmallow creme 1 tablespoon vanilla 4 eggs 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup milk chocolate chips (6 oz) 1 cup milk chocolate chips (6 oz) 1/4 cup whipping (heavy) cream Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 10-inch springform pan with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 to 4 tablespoons cornmeal 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Classic Crust Pizza Crust 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz) 1 cup cooked real bacon pieces (from a jar or package) 1 cup sliced grape tomatoes 3 scallions, chopped 4 Land O’ Lakes® organic all-natural eggs 1/4 cup water 4 fresh basil leaves, sliced Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. Sprinkle 16-inch pizza pan with cornmeal (to prevent dough from sticking to pan)....

Ingredients 8 flour tortillas (8 to 10 inches in diameter) 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers (8 ounces) 1 large tomato, chopped (1 cup) 1/2 cup real bacon pieces (from 2-ounce jar) 1 package (4 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, rinsed and thawed Preparation Heat 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place 1 tortilla in skillet. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the cheese, 1/4 cup of the tomato, 2 tablespoons of the bacon and 1/4 of the shrimp....

Simmered foods—known as nimono (煮物)—is the backbone of Japanese home cooking. Fresh seasonal ingredients are cooked gently in a savory and sweet liquid until mostly evaporated and all the delicious flavors have been soaked up. They are easy to prepare, nutritious, and bring a lot of comfort to everyday dinners. Today’s recipe, Simmered Beef and Tofu or Niku Dofu (肉豆腐), is one of the classics you need to try....

Ingredients 3/4 cup dried lentils, sorted, rinsed 2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup) 1/2 cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth 1 can (11.5 oz) vegetable juice 1/3 cup uncooked rosamarina or orzo pasta (2 oz) 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves Preparation In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix lentils, celery, bell pepper and broth. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 10 to 12 hours....

Ingredients 1/2-gallon paperboard milk carton 1-liter clear plastic soft drink bottle Ice cube Lemon peel, cut into star shapes Cranberries Fresh herb sprigs, such as thyme or rosemary Water Preparation Open milk carton completely at top; wash inside. Wash plastic bottle inside and out; remove any labels. Place plastic bottle in center of milk carton. Fill milk carton with ice cubes. Arrange lemon peel, cranberries and herbs among ice cubes toward sides of milk carton....

Preparation It’s hard to time everything perfectly when you’re feeding a crowd. That’s why we love serving meals buffet-style, especially if we’re entertaining outdoors and don’t want to keep running in and out of the kitchen. Follow our tips for setting up an outdoor buffet, and you’ll be the host that’s cool as a cucumber this summer. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Thoughtful placement will keep the food fresh and your guests well-fed....

Preparation If a loved one invites you to stay at their house, you get to enjoy the comforts of a home away from home—and skip the cost of a hotel. But you may have some questions about what’s expected of you as a house guest and, admittedly, what you can expect from your host (who is likely a close friend or family member) during your visit. Here, common etiquette queries you may have—from how long you should actually aim to stay to whether or not you can bring along a pet....

Preparation After finding your dream wedding dress, it’s time to think about adding any finishing touches, otherwise known as embellishments. These details instantly elevate any gown, transforming a wedding dress you love into something that’s unique and personal to you. According to Kaitlin Nonko, manager at anna bé bridal boutique, embellishments aren’t just pretty-they can be functional, too. “Embellishments like border trims often give a gown a finished look,” she says....

Ingredients 1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water 1 1/2 cups sliced peeled apples (2 small) 1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 cup toffee bits (from 10-oz bag) 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon coarse white sparkling sugar Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Line cookie sheet with sides or 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking parchment paper or foil....

Tsukemono (漬物), or Japanese pickles, are preserved vegetables that are pickled in salt, salt brine, or rice bran. They come in great varieties and forms, and you can often find one or two varieties of tsukemono being served in an Ichiju Sansai 一汁三菜 meal or as an accompaniment to sushi or as a garnish to a yoshoku (Japanese-western cuisine) dish like Japanese curry. Sometimes it can be easy to overlook the roles of these pickles, especially if you’re not familiar with Japanese food culture....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 oz smoked Gruyère cheese, shredded (1 cup) 1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese (4 oz) 1 1/4 lb unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes (3 to 4 large), cut into 1/4-inch slices 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 lb) Preparation Heat oven to 375°F....

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Ingredients 1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons butter, melted 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, diced (1 1/2 cup) 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon dried cranberries Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2 (10-oz) ovenproof ramekins with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix all Topping ingredients except butter....