Ingredients 4 cups salted pita chips 1 container (8 oz) roasted red pepper hummus 1/2 cup chopped cucumber 1 plum (Roma) tomato, seeded, chopped 1/4 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (1 oz) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Arrange pita chips on heatproof serving platter. Dollop hummus over chips. Top with cucumber, tomato, olives and cheese....
Ingredients 1 box (16.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ White Cake Mix Water, vegetable oil and whole eggs called for on cake mix box 2 tablespoons red, green and white candy sprinkles from 1 container (6 oz) Betty Crocker™ 6-Cell Christmas Mix Sprinkles 2 1/2 cups from 2 tubs (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting Betty Crocker™ Green Gel Food Color 2 teaspoons from 1 container (2.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ White Shimmer Sugar...
What’s Inari Age Inari Age (稲荷揚げ, いなりあげ), pronounced as [Ee-NAH-ri ah-geh], are deep-fried tofu pockets (or sometimes called “pouches”) called aburaage that are cooked in dashi based broth, sugar, mirin, and soy sauce. Savory, sweet, and full of juicy mouthfeel, Inari Age is the key ingredient to make Inari Sushi and as a topping for Kitsune Udon. I often find the store-bought Inari Age too sweet to my liking, so I like making my own....
Ingredients 1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs, patted dry 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups chopped onions 1 package (8 oz) white mushrooms, chopped 1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth 2 cups peeled, sliced carrots 1/2 cup sliced celery 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons cornstarch Chopped fresh thyme leaves, if desired Preparation Rub chicken thighs with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper....
Ingredients 6 cups bite-size pieces iceberg lettuce (1 pound) 1 bag (16 ounces) broccoli slaw (6 cups) 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup) 1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/2 cup creamy Italian dressing 1/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese (1 ounce) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Preparation In deep 3-quart serving dish, layer lettuce, broccoli slaw, beans, onion and bell pepper....
In 1970, Japan hosted its first world’s fair at Suita, Osaka called Expo ’70. The space used for the expo has now been turned into Expo ’70 Commemorative Park. Additionally, across from the park is a large mix-used plaza that opened in 2015 called Expocity and a great place to spend a day for families especially if you have young children. Where is Expocity Expocity is located north of Osaka in Suita and takes about 1 hour by train from Umeda....
At a time when we could all use a little extra comfort, we’ve partnered with Kokoro Care Packages to give away their May care package with a theme on ‘Obaachan’s Kitchen: Grandma’s Japanese Comfort Foods‘. Presented in a beautiful box, the care package features the cozy traditional flavors used by Japanese grandmothers that will also provide inspirations of simple yet satisfying meals you can create in your own kitchens. The giveaway is open to Just One Cookbook readers living in the US and Canada, and three (3) lucky winners will be selected!...
Ingredients 1 1/2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 3 cups fresh Brussels sprouts (about 1 lb), trimmed, cut in half 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 large red onion, cut into 10 wedges Cooking spray Preparation Heat oven to 450°F. Spray broiler pan with cooking spray....
Ingredients 4 cups sliced apples (4 medium) 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix 1/2 cup butter, melted Whipped cream, as desired Preparation Grease slow cooker with butter or cooking spray. Add sliced apples, cranberries, vanilla, brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon to slow cooker; toss to combine....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 lb. cooked Polish sausage or kielbasa links, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon coriander Dash ground red pepper (cayenne) 1 (8-oz.) can tomato sauce 1/4 cup dry red wine (such as Rioja, Bordeaux or Merlot) Preparation Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add onion; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until softened, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup packed almond paste (from 7-oz roll), crumbled (not marzipan) 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1 jar (12 oz) strawberry preserves 1 teaspoon powdered sugar Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Line bottom and sides of 9-inch square pan with foil, leaving 1 inch of foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; spray foil with cooking spray....
I was very excited a few months ago when I received an invite to participate in creating a Foodimal for Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs 2. I know there’s nothing cooler to my kids than their mom taking part in one of their favorite movies. And to celebrate, I’m giving away a cool Sony Reader courtesy of Sony Pictures today! My kids love children’s animated movies, especially my son who will recite entire scenes for you after watching a movie....
Ingredients 2 sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 egg 1 cup Progresso™ Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. In 2-quart saucepan, place sweet potatoes and enough water to cover. Heat to boiling; boil uncovered about 10 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool slightly....
Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1 medium bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 cup) 2 cups chopped roma (plum) tomatoes (6 to 8 medium) 1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into slices (1 1/2 cups) 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package, using 3-quart saucepan. Wipe out saucepan with paper towel; wipe dry with paper towel....
Preparation Take a walk down the dairy aisle of any grocery store and you’ll be inundated with creamy options to use for homemade ice cream, whipped cream, and for savory soups like clam chowder or butternut squash. But what makes heavy cream, whipping cream, light cream, and half-and-half all unique, and can you substitute one for another? Here, we explain what you need to know before you open the carton....
Preparation A good prickly pear is ridiculously delicious, and although they’re native to the Americas—and a staple in Mexico—prickly pear remains a little-enjoyed and rather intimidating fruit here in the U.S. We say seek it out: In countries where prickly pear fruits are plentiful, they are a much-anticipated, honey-sweet, and succulent treat, sold by the side of the road and in markets and stores with other produce. They hold no fear or mystery for the people who grew up eating them....
Preparation Planning a bridal shower is one of the most fun pre-wedding tasks, especially as the bride. Why? Because this is probably the only wedding-related occasion when all you’ll really be asked to do is decide what to wear and who to invite. Although your mom, maid of honor, or another close friend or relative will likely handle the bulk of the planning, you do need to give the guest list some serious thought....
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If you love easy pasta dinners, the Chicken Alfredo Bake and Meaty Spaghetti are a must-try. CHICKEN BACON RANCH PASTA- This chicken bacon Ranch pasta is so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. The chicken and bacon combined with the pasta and creamy homemade Ranch Alfredo are to die for. We love making this on busy weeknights or even when serving it with our guests. INGREDIENTS- Pasta– For this recipe, you can use any short pasta, such as penne pasta, rotini, elbow, ziti, and cellentani....
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups butter or margarine, slightly softened 1/4 cup shortening 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla 2 eggs 4 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups) 1 bag (14 oz) M&M’s® chocolate candies Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat butter, shortening, sugars, vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon....
