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Ingredients 2 boxes Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix 2 1/2 cups water 2/3 cup vegetable oil 6 egg whites Red, yellow, green and blue liquid food colors 2 containers (1 lb each) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Place jumbo paper baking cup in each of 12 jumbo muffin cups. In large bowl, beat cake mixes, water, oil and egg whites with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, then on medium speed 2 to 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, until well blended....

Ingredients 1 lb small red potatoes, halved 4 pieces frozen mini corn on the cob, thawed, cut in half 2 teaspoons oil 2 teaspoons Old Bay™ seasoning 1 lb uncooked peeled deveined extra-large shrimp (16 to 20 count) 12 oz fully cooked andouille sausage, sliced 1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves Preparation Heat gas or charcoal grill. Cut 4 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Spray with cooking spray....

Also, make sure to check out my Hanami Dango and Shiratama Dango recipes! Mitarashi Dango (みたらし団子) is a type of dango, sweet rice dumplings, skewered onto a bamboo stick. Typically, there are three to five dumplings (traditionally five) on a skewer and covered with a sweet soy sauce glaze. It is fairly easy to make these dango at home. These chewy dumplings are mildly sweet and they get a hint of char from grilling....

Got a head of napa cabbage? This Japanese-style Napa Cabbage Stir-Fry recipe couldn’t be simpler! A quick cook in a hot pan with smoked bacon and shiitake mushrooms, and finish off with a seasoning of soy sauce and fresh grinds of black pepper. You’ll be amazed at the incredible amount of flavor from this humble Asian cabbage. This stir-fry makes a welcome side to just about any Japanese or Asian dinner—pan-fried or baked tofu, braised brisket, fried eggs, baked chicken, miso salmon, you name it....

Ingredients 4 1/2 cups Reese’s Puffs® cereal 1 cup butter 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips, melted* 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 2 cups miniature pretzel twists, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup salted peanuts Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking parchment paper. Evenly pour cereal in an even layer in pan, clustering cereal tightly. Set aside. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 jar or can (14 to 15 ounces) pizza sauce 2 eggs 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 ounces) 2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons), if desired Preparation Heat oven to 425°. Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain....

Ingredients 4 cups frozen southern-style hash brown potatoes 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed 1 cup fresh or frozen whole kernel corn 1 cup frozen stir-fry bell peppers and onions, from 1-pound bag 2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese (8 ounces) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 8 eggs 1 1/4 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper Preparation Spray rectangular baking dish, 11x7x 1 1/2 inches, with cooking spray....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 lb total) 1 1/4 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans, drained, rinsed 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. In 10-inch ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken with 1 teaspoon of the Italian herb seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt....

Ingredients 1 jar (14 oz) tomato pasta sauce (any variety) 1/3 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed green olives 1/4 cup vodka 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon celery seed 1 teaspoon red pepper sauce 24 cooked deveined peeled large shrimp, thawed if frozen Preparation In 1- to 1 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except shrimp. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 3 hours. Serve with shrimp for dipping. Dip will hold on Low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally....

Ingredients 3 1/2- to 4-pound fresh beef brisket (not corned beef), trimmed of fat 1 package (7 ounces) mixed dried fruit 1 carton (32 ounces) Progresso™ beef flavored broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 5 to 6 tablespoons Gold Medal™ Wondra® quick-mixing flour Preparation Place all ingredients except flour in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, cutting beef to fit if necessary. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 9 to 10 hours....

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups uncooked wild rice 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup) 2 cans (14 ounces each) vegetable broth 1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, undrained 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1/3 cup dried cranberries Preparation In 2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except almonds and cranberries. Cover and cook on low heat setting 4 to 5 hours or until wild rice is tender....

Preparation If you’re looking to achieve a subtle, calming effect in any room, you’ll want to choose a balanced color palette. The best way to anchor a room that’s begging for a sense of calm is to reach for a neutral paint shade-but that doesn’t mean beige is your only option, says Lorna Aragon, Martha Stewart Living’s home editor. “Most people don’t really consider neutrals to be anything beyond just beige....

Preparation Succulents are a great addition to any indoor garden. They’re easy to care for, usually require minimal attention, and come in a variety of sizes and shapes—some of those shapes even appearing in the form of your favorite animals. We told you about the “rabbit” succulents that were going viral, but there might just be a new challenger for the cutest plant title. The latest succulent making headlines is Senecio peregrinus, a plant whose leaves look like tiny jumping dolphins....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ triple chocolate fudge cake mix Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box 2 tablespoons from 1 tub (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Dark Chocolate Frosting 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur or whipping cream 2 1/4 cups (14 oz) chopped chocolate-flavored candy coating 3 1/2 teaspoons shortening 1/4 cup white vanilla baking chips Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. (325°F for dark or nonstick pan)....

Preparation If you’ve ever wondered why a bride-to-be walks down the aisle wearing a beautiful veil, you’re not alone. While widely accepted as a beautiful bridal accessory, most women don’t understand the history of these statement-making pieces. Spoiler alert: It’s not just a fashion choice. To get a better understanding of why a bride often wears a veil, how to wear one, or if the accessory is even right for you, we consulted Julie Sabatino, expert bridal stylist and founder of the The Stylish Bride....

Ingredients 2 1/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup shortening 5 to 7 tablespoons cold ginger ale 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder 6 cups thinly sliced peeled pears (about 6 large) 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon butter 1 egg white, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Preparation In medium bowl, mix 2 cups of the flour and the salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas....

Ingredients 2 1/2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar Preparation Heat oven to 475°F. In large bowl, toss green beans with oil. Spread beans in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast uncovered 15 to 18 minutes or until charred in appearance (do not stir). Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook vinegar over medium heat about 9 minutes or until syrupy and reduced to 3 tablespoons....

Ingredients 1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef 1 small onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 cup uncooked buckwheat kernels or groats (kasha) 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (4.5 oz) chopped green chiles, undrained 1 package (1.25 oz) 40%-less-sodium taco seasoning mix 2 cups frozen whole kernel corn (from 1-lb bag), thawed 1 1/2 cups water 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (4 oz) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, if desired...

Ingredients 15 graham cracker squares 1/2 cup sliced almonds 1 1/4 cups sugar 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 eggs 1/3 cup seedless blackberry jam 36 fresh blackberries Fresh mint leaves, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Line 9-inch square pan with foil, leaving 1 inch of foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; spray foil with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 cup low-fat milk 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup frozen wild blueberries 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or white vanilla baking chips 2 tablespoons cold salted butter, cut into 8 pieces 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon...