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What is Kanten? I have written detailed explanation about it here on Kanten page, so please hop over to learn more about kanten! Simple Kanten Jelly Recipe Here’s how to make simple kanten jelly, which used in my Anmitsu recipe. This kanten jelly is not as sweet because Anmitsu is served with syrup. If you’re looking for dessert recipes using kanten, please check my other kanten recipes. If you are using kanten stick, you will need to rinse it carefully and break it into pieces to soak them in water for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 6 pineapple slices (from 20-oz can), drained, juice reserved 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix 1/2 cup reserved pineapple juice 3 eggs 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (2 medium) 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup (from 14-oz can) canned sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated) 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice...

Ingredients 1 cup Progresso™ Plain Bread Crumbs 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1/3 cup sugar 6 tablespoons butter, melted 2 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 1 1/4 cups sugar 2 to 3 tablespoons grated lemon peel (1 large) 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 (15-oz.) container whole-milk ricotta cheese 3 eggs 1/2 cup whipping cream 16 candied lemon slices Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In food processor bowl with metal blade, combine bread crumbs, almonds and 1/3 cup sugar; pulse until almonds are finely ground....

Ingredients 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup shortening 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt About 2 dozen foil-wrapped thin rectangular chocolate mints, unwrapped 1 cup powdered sugar 1 tablespoon plus 1 to 2 teaspoons milk 1/4 teaspoon almond extract or vanilla Betty Crocker™ gel food color, if desired Betty Crocker™ candy sprinkles...

This sandwich is perfect not only for breakfast but can be enjoyed for lunch or even a lazy dinner. Watch the FULL detailed video on YouTube and don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE:). (P.S. If the video does not automatically start playing, please temporarily disable AdBlock for the duration of the video.) Breakfast, the most important (and my personal favorite) meal of the day. Though I really enjoy sandwiches for breakfast (like our popular croissant breakfast sandwich), you can’t go wrong with a loaded omelet, the quick French toast casserole or even sausage gravy with homemade biscuits....

Ponzu is an all-purpose citrus soy sauce condiment used as a finishing sauce or for dipping shabu shabu or hot pot dishes. Most Japanese people buy the commercial variety, but you can also make it with fresh citrus juice and soy sauce. What Is Ponzu There are several origin stories to its name, but one is that it is derived from the Dutch word “pons” which means citrus juice, and “su” (Japanese for vinegar)....

Ingredients 4 pork boneless loin or rib chops, about 3/4 inch thick (about 1 1/4 pounds) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 cups frozen cut green beans (from 1-pound bag), thawed 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (4 ounces) 1/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons chopped pimientos 1 can (2.8 ounces) French-fried onions Preparation Heat oven to 350°. Spray square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches, with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/3 cup light corn syrup 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened 3 eggs 1 cup light corn syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla 3/4 cup raspberry or strawberry jam Powdered sugar, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Grease bottom and sides of rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Beat flour, granulated sugar, salt, butter and 1/3 cup corn syrup with electric mixer on medium speed until dough forms....

Preparation Think about a traditional American wedding and you’ll likely envision a couple standing in front of an officiant in a house of worship. Most brides and grooms decided to follow the guidelines for a religious ceremony for centuries, but now that idea is shifting. Because fewer people associate closely with a particular faith, and as it’s more common to marry someone with their own beliefs and traditions, couples are planning different types of weddings, including those with spiritual and civil ceremonies, which meet the legal requirements for marriage but aren’t based in a particular religion....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef rump roast (4 lb) 2 cups barbecue sauce 1 bottle (12 oz) dark beer 1 container (6 oz) Greek Fat Free plain yogurt 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon sugar 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 cups thinly sliced cabbage 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (2 medium) 2 pouches (7.75 oz each) Bisquick™ Complete cheese-garlic biscuits Preparation Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef sirloin tip roast (3 to 4 lb), trimmed of fat 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 bottle (16 oz) Italian dressing 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 12 burger buns, split Preparation Spray inside of 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. If beef is tied, remove strings or netting. Place beef in cooker. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Pour dressing over beef. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 10 to 12 hours....

Ingredients 1 1/4 lb ground turkey breast 1 container (6 oz) Greek Fat Free plain yogurt 1/4 cup ketchup 3/4 cup Progresso™ Italian style bread crumbs 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground sage 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 small onion, chopped 1 egg, slightly beaten 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar...

Ingredients 12 eggs 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup milk 1 lb cooked ground sausage 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (2 cups) 1 bag Cascadian Farm™ Spud Puppies™ frozen organic crispy golden potatoes Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. In medium bowl, beat eggs, water and milk until fluffy. Fold in sausage and cheese. Pour egg mixture into baking dish. Top with frozen potatoes....

Ingredients 3 large eggs 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise If desired, salt and pepper to taste 3 tablespoons diced ham 2 tablespoons chopped green onions 4 slices rye bread, toasted Preparation Place eggs in single layer in 2-quart saucepan. Cover with cold water at least 1-inch above eggs. Cover saucepan; heat to boiling. Immediately remove from heat; let stand covered 15 minutes (12 minutes for medium and 18 minutes for extra-large)....

Preparation Whether you’re a crafter or a home cook, it often feels like there are so many tools you can purchase to help you get a job done. Which ones are really worth investing in? Our editors are here to help. From everyday essentials to more obscure must-haves that will take your practice to the next level, we’re breaking it all down. Each week Tool of the Trade will highlight one must-have crafting or cooking item you need to know about....

Preparation When you envision wedding rings, you probably picture metal bands, which is why you might be scratching your head at the idea of a rubber version. In actuality, silicone styles are becoming increasingly popular thanks to the number of benefits they offer to certain brides and grooms. To learn more about the option, we spoke with two leading experts in the market. Here, they answer all of your questions about the marriage jewelry trend....

Our family took a trip to southern Japan last year and had an amazing time. Even though it’s still Japan, the food, the scenery, and the culture are very different from large cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka. We’ve been sharing a travel guide for each location we visited once a week. If you missed our posts for Hiroshima, Miyajima, and Beppu, here are the links to visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Itsukushima Shrine, and the Hells of Beppu....

Excited to try your hand in Japanese cooking? It’s really easier than you think! First, you’ll need to learn about the basic ingredients and do some shopping. We’ve put together a simplified shopping list below, which includes resource links with substitutions, best places to shop, my recommended brands, etc. Some of these staples are ingredients that you probably have on hands or are familiar with. I’ve categorized them based on:...

Ingredients 2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix 3/4 cup butter, melted Whipped topping or vanilla ice cream, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread pie filling in baking dish. Top with dry cake mix; gently shake pan to distribute evenly. Pour melted butter over top, tilting pan to cover as much of top with butter as possible....

Preparation In its earliest days, the living room was seen as the “generalist among rooms,” a catch-all space of sorts, serving no specific functional purpose, according to BBC. Although that reputation shifted in the mid-20th-century, as radio, television, and film took its place at the center of family life, kitchens have no doubt taken over from the living room as the hub of the home. (Or, in many-an-open-floor-plan, it’s merged with it....