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Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/3 cup unsweetened baking cocoa 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 bag (12 oz) white chocolate chunks (2 cups) 1 jar (3.25 oz) macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped Preparation Heat oven to 325°F. In large bowl, beat brown sugar, butter, vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon, until creamy....

Ingredients 1 to 1 1/4 lb boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 2 pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (from 32-oz carton) 10 baby carrots 6 small red or Yukon Gold potatoes, cut in half Preparation Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced (1 cup) 2 teaspoons mustard seed 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3/4 pound broccoli, coarsely chopped (3 1/2 cups) or 2 10 ounce packages frozen, chopped broccoli 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth 1 cup water 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/4 cup sour cream Preparation Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat....

Ingredients 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped 12 oz ground breakfast sausage 6 eggs 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper, as desired 1 tablespoon butter, if desired 1/3 cup buttermilk 1 1/2 cups sharp Cheddar cheese (6 oz) 3 or 4 tortillas from 1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ Flour Tortillas for Burritos (8 Count) 2 cups cooked hash brown potatoes 1/2 cup from 1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ Mild Red Enchilada Sauce, if desired...

When you’re visiting Japan, you want to try out some Dango (団子, だんご), sweet rice dumplings that can be found at a street stall, a local sweet shop, or a festival. Similar to the well-known mochi, dango are sticky rice balls that are skewered on a bamboo stick. These dumplings are delightfully chewy and addicting, and just as popular as other types of mochi sweets in Japan. Today let’s get familiar with dango and I’ll show you some of the delicious dango recipes we have on the site....

Preparation Powdered dye, such as Procion MX Dye Bucket Rubber gloves Coffee filters Needle and thread Monofilament fishing line In a plastic bucket, mix your dye with water according to the label’s instructions. Wearing rubber gloves, dunk a large stack of coffee filters into the dye until they are saturated. Remove filters and wring them out over the bucket. Toss the colored filters in your dryer for a few minutes for a textured look – no more than 10 minutes at most – or let them air-dry for a more ruffled effect....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 2 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey 1 bag (12 oz) frozen corn 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup 1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 1/4 cup milk 3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (3 oz) 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves Preparation Heat oven to 400°F....

Ingredients 1/2 cup ketchup 4 1/2 teaspoons barbecue sauce 2 teaspoons packed dark brown sugar 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile pepper powder 1/2 teaspoon lime juice 1/2 cup ketchup 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 cup ketchup 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon lime juice 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish 1/2 cup ketchup 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped canned jalapeño chiles...

Ingredients 2 cans (21 oz each) apple or peach pie filling 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Grease or spray 9-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon pie filling into baking dish. Stir in cranberries. Add flour, brown sugar, old-fashioned oats and ground cinnamon into bowl....

In recent years, gluten-free food products have expanded with many tasty options that don’t compromise flavor and texture. Garofalo‘s gluten-free spaghetti and linguine are made with corn, rice, and quinoa flour. They are just like regular spaghetti and linguine! This is the best GF pasta I’ve tried so far, and I highly recommend it regardless of whether you choose a gluten-free diet or not. You can find gluten-free pasta at most supermarkets, specialty food stores, and online....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 cups Cinnamon Chex™ cereal 2 cups Chocolate Chex™ cereal 4 cups popped popcorn 1/4 cup butter or margarine Preparation In small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon; set aside. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals and popcorn. In 1-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Microwave uncovered on High 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute....

If you enjoy making homemade dressings, try our Balsamic Vinaigrette and the crazy popular Caesar Salad Dressing homemade greek salad dressing- I fell in love with Greek Salad dressing when I was pregnant. Something about the olive oil combined with garlic, herbs that made me crave the dressing my entire pregnancy. We added mayo and Dijon mustard to give the dressing a creaminess it usually lacks and it was a winner!...

Preparation If you recently started wearing a diamond engagement ring on your finger, congratulations are in order! There are few things more exciting than saying “yes” to the love of your life and getting to glance down at a gorgeous piece of jewelry that reminds you of that special day. One of the first things you should do after accepting a proposal is to insure your ring and learn how to care for it....

Preparation In addition to the very welcome benefit of purifying the air in your home, your houseplants give every room a bit of life and fresh color. However, these green beauties also tend to be as attractive to pests as they are to you, which can be a major problem for the plants’ appearance, growth, and overall health. To help keep your greenery in the best possible condition, we outlined the five most common houseplant pests—as well as the best tips for getting rid of them....

Preparation Minimizing food waste begins with examining your grocery shopping and eating habits. If you end up throwing out a big portion of the goods you buy, it could be time to refresh your habits. Start by going to the supermarket after a meal or snack (never go in hungry!) and always bring a grocery list. Not only will you shop more efficiently, you’ll avoid going off-list and making impulse purchases....

Preparation Thanks to their warm glow, candles add ambience to any space. Place them in a dimly lit room, and the flickering light creates a soft, welcoming atmosphere—and their fragrance gives your home a signature scent. Whether you have a favorite option that you buy over and again or an impressive collection, you likely want to enjoy your candles’ light and fragrance for as long possible. Luckily, extending their burn time is absolutely possible, say candlemakers, if you choose and care for your candles correctly....

Preparation We’ve all been there: You’re pressed for time and the only thing that’s between you and the outside world is your toothbrush. But you’re fully dressed—and just as you start counting to 60, a glob of toothpaste somehow lands in the center of your blouse. If you’re in a hurry, your first thought is probably to change, but it shouldn’t be—not if you want to save the garment from a permanent stain....

Preparation A pet’s paw. A child’s handprint. A personalized gift for newlyweds. A salt dough ornament is more than just a trimming for your Christmas tree: It’s a family keepsake. And it’s one which, once broken, cannot be replaced. Luckily, they can be repaired, but they’ll never look the same as they once did. In order to repair a broken salt dough ornament, it’s important to first understand how one’s made in the first place....

Ingredients Reynolds™ Parchment Paper 1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted, finely chopped 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 egg 2/3 cup seedless raspberry jam 1/3 cup dark or semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Line cookie sheet with Reynolds Parchment Paper; set aside. In large bowl, stir together cookie mix and almonds. Stir in melted butter, almond extract and egg until stiff dough forms....

Are you a big fan of matcha desserts? If yes, I have a treat for you: a heavenly Matcha Gateau au Chocolat (抹茶ガトーショコラ) or Matcha Chocolate Cake. Smooth, rich, and deep with matcha flavor, it’s everything you need for a perfect cake that make your day. Imagine cozy up with a slice and a cup of coffee or green tea in hand. What simple joy in life! What is Gateau au Chocolat Before we begin, you may wonder about the origin of this dessert....