Ingredients 1/4 cup butter or margarine 2 medium leeks (3/4 lb), rinsed, white part and some of the green thinly sliced (about 2 cups) 1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton) 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 bag (12 oz) frozen cut green beans, thawed 1/2 cup French-fried onions (from 2.8-oz can) Preparation Heat oven to 350°F....
Ingredients 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup 1 container (8 ounces) sour cream 1/2 cup milk 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 bag (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, partially thawed 8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup) 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces) Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and side of rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches, with shortening....
Preparation You’ll use the same piece of dough for both the fishtail-braided rim and the crust stars scattered on top. After rolling out a disk of dough into an 11-by-14-inch rectangle, use a pastry wheel to cut fifteen 1/4-inch-wide strips from one of the short sides. To make the braids, take 5 strips and press the tops together. Place 3 strips to one side and 2 to the other. Pick up the outer strip on the side with 3 strips; cross it over, so it’s now on the inside of the side that had 2....
Preparation A flower crown is so much more than just the perfect bridal accessory. They make for thoughtful bridesmaids gifts, great photo-props, and so much more. Ahead, learn how to make your own with these top tips. 18-inch lengths of heavy, 18- to 20-gauge floral wire (2 per crown) (Ashland 18-Guage Bright Stem Wire, $2.49, michaels.com)Floral tapeSmall bouquet of flowers18-inch lengths of light, 24- to 26-gauge floral wire (minimum one length per flower)Pruners or wire cutters (Martha Stewart MTS-SBP2 Flat Nose Bypass + Needle Pruner, $13....
Preparation WHAT TO KNOW What makes wine so tough to deal with is the fact that it’s a composition stain, made up of a dye component, a sugar component, and a tannin component. Because of this, the removal process is multifaceted and tends to be more complicated than most other dye removals. Be sure to flush well and repeatedly, and be aware that if you don’t complete the flushing process, whatever residual dye remains will set into the fabric....
Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 teaspoon seasoned salt 1 bag (12 oz) frozen mixed vegetables 1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 2 cups milk 4 eggs, beaten 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz) Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef, onion and salt over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is brown; drain....
Whenever I feel there is a missing component in my meal, I often turn to Tamagoyaki. This classic Japanese side is colorful, protein-rich, and my family loves it. Today, I’m sharing a Tokyo-style Japanese Sweet Rolled Omelet (Omelette) or Atsuyaki Tamago (厚焼き玉子). You might have seen this omelet made by Master in Netflix® show – Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories. You can find a version of Sweet Rolled Omelet featured in Season 2, Episode 9....
Ingredients Lime wedges, if desired Coarse salt, if desired Coarse ground black pepper, if desired 1 cup zesty cocktail sauce 1/2 cup finely chopped red or yellow bell pepper 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 cans (8 oz each) crushed pineapple in juice, drained 24 cooked deveined peeled large shrimp (about 2 lb) Cilantro sprigs, if desired Preparation If desired, rub rims of 24 (2-oz) cordial glasses (shot glasses) with lime wedges; dip rims in coarse salt and pepper....
To combat long winter months or gloomy rainy days, the Japanese embrace the elements by enjoying a wide variety of hot pot dishes called nabemono (鍋物), or simply nabe(鍋). We believe there’s nothing more comforting than the warmth of hot broths, fresh foods and the social aspect of a nabemono brings forth. They are nourishing, easy throw-it-together kind of food, and so fun to eat. No wonder they are the wintertime favorites in Japan....
Ingredients 5 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed 2 cups diced cooked turkey 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/2 cup milk 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz) 1 cup French-fried onions (from 2.8-oz can), coarsely crushed Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Layer broccoli and turkey in baking dish. In medium bowl, mix soup, mayonnaise and milk; stir in cheese....
Preparation Both parchment paper and wax paper are kitchen must-haves for people who love to cook and bake. However, despite looking quite similar, there is a distinct difference between the two. One is oven safe and can be used to line cookie sheets and cake pans, while the other is helpful for rolling out dough and wrapping leftovers. When heat isn’t involved, parchment and wax paper can be used interchangeably, but there’s one key factor that sets the papers apart when it comes to using them in the oven....
Ingredients 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup butter 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup sour cream 2 cups mashed very ripe bananas (6 medium) 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips, if desired 2 teaspoons vanilla Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or non-stick pans). Grease bottoms only of 2 (8x4-inch) loaf pans with shortening....
Ingredients 1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup cold butter, cut in small pieces 2/3 cup chopped pecans 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup sour cream 1/3 cup butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups....
Ingredients 2 boxes (15 oz) Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free Devil's Food Cake Mix Water, butter and eggs called for on cake mix box 1 1/2 teaspoons gluten-free almond extract 2 cups whipping cream 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 2 teaspoons gluten-free vanilla 1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1/3 cup coarsely chopped gluten-free candied almonds Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans)....
Ingredients 24 thin chocolate wafer cookies, crushed (1 1/2 cups crumbs) 6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/3 cup seedless red raspberry jam 20 fresh raspberries Preparation Heat oven to 325°F. Line 8-inch square pan with foil, leaving 1 inch of foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; spray foil with cooking spray....
Our family loves sushi. Among many different kinds of sushi, one of our children’s favorites is Scallop Sushi. Not only do scallops taste good, but the best part is that farmed scallops are considered sustainable/eco-friendly choice. When the scallop sashimi is really good quality, the flesh is slightly firm but tender, and the flavor is sweet with a clean finish. To enjoy scallop sushi at home, all you need to do is to defrost the scallop, make sushi rice, and make nigiri sushi topped with the scallop....
Tempura is one of the most popular and well-known Japanese dishes that is widely enjoyed around the world. At your local Japanese restaurants, you probably see Shrimp Tempura (海老の天ぷら) and Vegetable Tempura, but the Japanese make tempura with various fresh ingredients. Besides being a standalone dish, Shrimp Tempura is also served over a rice bowl (Tendon) or noodle soup (Tempura Soba or Tempura Udon). What is the Shrimp Tempura? In Japan, we call Shrimp Tempura Ebi no Tempura (海老の天ぷら) or Ebi Ten (えび天)....
Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (1 lb each), trimmed 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon tomato sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon grated gingerroot 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil 2 packages (8 oz each) Chinese noodles 1 cup julienne carrots 3/4 cup diagonally sliced green onions 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/3 cup chopped unsalted dry-roasted peanuts...
Ingredients 6 pears 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup maple-flavored syrup 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted 1 teaspoon orange peel 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons orange juice Preparation Peel pears. Core pears from bottom, leaving stems attached. Place pears upright in 3 1/2- to 5-quart slow cooker. Mix remaining ingredients except cornstarch and orange juice; pour over pears. Cover and cook on high heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until tender....
Ingredients 1 lb uncooked spaghetti 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cups diced bell peppers (3 peppers) 3/4 cup diced onions 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 cans (15 oz each) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz) Fresh parsley, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 375°F....
