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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup mild-flavor or full-flavor molasses 1/3 cup cold water 3 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 tablespoon meringue powder 2 tablespoons cold water 1 cup powdered sugar Granulated sugar, if desired Preparation In large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, molasses and cold water with electric mixer on medium speed (or with wooden spoon) until well mixed....

Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 2 cups hot water 1 cup milk 1 box Hamburger Helper™ beef pasta 1 tablespoon dried minced onion 1 1/2 cups frozen cut green beans 1 can (4.5 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained Preparation In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in hot water, milk, sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box), onion, frozen green beans and mushrooms....

Preparation You may already know that celery is the unsung hero of the snack world (it’s the perfect vessel for dips like peanut butter, vegetable spreads, and hummus), but did you also know that when you’re done with it, leftover celery can also become a windowsill propagation project? All you need is a celery heart, a cup of water, and a little bit of sunshine to give vegetable a second life....

In Japan, sea bream, or Madai, is often served whole on New Year’s Day, wedding ceremonies, and other auspicious occasions. I like to present my New Year tabletop with this whole baked sea bream along with multi-layers of Osechi boxes. Not only it looks splendid (like a big turkey on Thanksgiving or ham on Christmas), but it also serves the crowd like a good luck charm. Why Japanese Eat Sea Bream for Special Occasions?...

A lot of Japanese home-cooked dishes are not so well-known outside of Japan. This is why I feel that I have a long list of recipes that I can share with you. Many of these homey foods are simple, pantry-friendly, seasonal, and ready in less than 30 minutes. Just like today’s recipe, Lily Bulb Tamagotoji (百合根の卵とじ). What is Tamagotoji? Tamago (卵, たまご) means ‘egg’ in Japanese and toji comes from the Japanese verb tojiru, which means ‘close’ or ‘seal’....

Ingredients 1 Package Immaculate Baking Co.™ Organic Flaky Biscuits 1 Jar Bought or Homemade Marinara Sauce 12 Frozen Meatballs Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°F. Open biscuits according to package instructions. Cut each biscuit in half and flatten using your hands or a rolling pin. Press biscuit dough into each muffin tin cup. Sprinkle each cup with mozzarella cheese. Scoop a small amount of marinara sauce on top of each biscuit cup....

Ingredients 1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ whole tomatoes, undrained 1 can (15 to 16 oz) great northern beans, undrained 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, undrained 1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel corn, undrained 2 medium stalks celery, thinly sliced (1 cup) 1 small zucchini, sliced (1 cup) 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 cup shredded cabbage 1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni or broken spaghetti 1 1/4...

It’s been awhile since we’ve written a restaurant review on Just One Cookbook so we’re very excited to share this review with you. Before I jump into the restaurant review, I want to share my thoughts on the amount of effort the Japanese dedicate into refining their food. Every time when I visit Nami’s family in Japan and stop by the department stores’ food plaza, I love going from stall to stall just admiring the various food inside the glass display....

Osaka is the third largest city in Japan with a population of over 2.3 million people (19 million in the greater Keihanshin Metropolitan area). There are many activities to do and see in Osaka and we’ll take you to the popular locations and share our experiences with you in our Osaka Travel Guides. Just One Cookbook Osaka Guides Tsutenkaku Tower and Shinsekai District 新世界・通天閣 Dotonbori & Namba 道頓堀・難波 Kuromon Ichiba Market and Kitchenware Street 黒門市場・千日前道具屋筋商店街 America Village & Shinsaibashi アメリカ村・心斎橋筋 Osaka Castle 大阪城 Umeda 梅田 Tempozan 天保山 USJ ユニバーサルスタジオジャパン Expocity エキスポシティー...

Ingredients 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract 2 eggs 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour About 1/4 cup granulated sugar About 1/4 cup red colored sugar Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, mix 3/4 cup sugar, the oil, baking powder, vanilla, salt, peppermint extract and eggs with spoon. Stir in flour. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet....

Ingredients 1 pouch (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ roasted garlic and Cheddar mashed potatoes Water, butter and milk called for on potato mix pouch 1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef 1/4 cup Progresso™ Italian style bread crumbs 2 tablespoons chopped onion 2 tablespoons milk 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 egg 1/2 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Chopped fresh parsley, if desired...

Ingredients 4 small red bananas 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup jaggery, chopped or 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons lime juice, (1 medium lime) 1/2 teaspoon cardamom seeds, (removed from the pods), ground 1 quart vanilla ice cream Preparation Peel bananas and cut lengthwise in half; set aside. Melt butter in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook jaggery in butter, stirring gently, until dissolved. Stir in bananas, lime juice and ground cardamom; reduce heat....

Ingredients 1 box (19.1 oz) Betty Crocker™ Delights Supreme Fudge Brownie Mix (with fudge pouch) Water, vegetable oil and egg called for on brownie mix box 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup Greek vanilla yogurt 1 cup marshmallow creme 2 tablespoons sugar, if desired 4 oz semisweet baking chocolate, chopped, or 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup whipping cream 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted...

It’s the holiday season and it’s the time for friends and family to get together. What’s the best Japanese meal for this occasion? It’s Shabu Shabu (しゃぶしゃぶ)! What is Shabu Shabu? Shabu Shabu is one of Japan’s most popular hot pot dishes along with Sukiyaki. The name “shabu shabu” is Japanese onomatopoeia. It came from the sound when you stir the vegetables and meat with your chopsticks and ‘swish swish’ in the hot pot....

Of all the different versions of karaage I’ve made so far, I love the one marinated in Shio Koji. My kids love it when they see these golden crispy chicken in their bento box. These karaage taste wonderful even at the room temperature. Pack a few more dishes in the bento box to make a healthy balanced lunch for yourself or your family! On the previous day, dinner was: Shio Koji Karaage....

Preparation Once you’ve found your wedding dress, it’s time to turn your planning attention to another important big-day fashion element-your bridesmaids’ dresses. That begs the question: Should your bridal party’s dresses be as formal as your wedding dress? Simply put, it all depends on your preference. If you’ve always envisioned yourself wearing an understated silk sheath but want your bridesmaids to wear bold, beaded gowns, go for it. Here, we share some basic points to keep in mind as you decide which formality makes the most sense for you and your bridal party....

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef round 1 cup refrigerated chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 jar (24 oz) tomato pasta sauce 1 package (26 oz) frozen cheese-filled ravioli (do not thaw) 2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz) Preparation Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium- high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain....

Preparation The dog days of summer are the perfect time to take your pup for a swim, however some of your dog’s favorite watering holes may be harboring some hidden dangers. From harmful bacteria to drowning hazards, we talked to two veterinarians to find out everything you need to know before you let your dogs go swimming this summer. Summertime can mean trips to the lake. But before your furry friend dives into the water, Jennifer Bruns, DVM, MPVM, pet expert at PetSmart, says you should outfit them with the same water safety devices you would provide your other loved ones with—like this Arcadia Trail High Visibility Life Jacket ($49....

We’ve divided Yamanashi Travel Guide into two posts, the first one covering the area around Lake Kawaguchi and the second covering fruit picking and wine tasting around Isawa Onsen and Fuefuki City. Ready to soak in relaxing hot springs and have some fun? Let’s go! Lake Kawaguchi 河口湖 Lake Kawaguchi is a popular tourist destination in Yamanashi prefecture. The eastern part of the lake is more developed with museums, hot springs resorts, restaurants, and a cable car ride to the top of Mount Tenjo....

Unagi sushi is a mainstay item at most sushi restaurants, but have you tried unagi rice bowl before? This classic Japanese dish is called Unadon (鰻丼) or Unaju (鰻重), or you might have known it as eel rice. The Japanese have a special affection for Unadon because the satisfaction of eating perfectly grilled unagi over a bed of warm rice is incomparable. Oh, and the aroma of the sweet caramelized sauce…that alone is enough to make my mouth water....