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Ingredients 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons fat-free cholesterol-free egg product or 2 tablespoons beaten egg 1 1/2 teaspoons butter or margarine 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Mix sugar and cornstarch in 4-cup microwavable measuring cup. Stir in milk and egg product. Microwave uncovered on High 3 minutes 30 seconds to 4 minutes; stirring after 2 minutes, until mixture thickens and boils....

Ingredients ¼ cup sugar ¼ cup water 1 cup gin 1 cup fresh lemon juice Ice 1 cup club soda 4 orange slices 8 maraschino cherries Preparation In small saucepan, heat sugar and water over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture simmers and sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; cool. In small pitcher, stir together simple syrup, gin, and lemon juice. Fill 4 glasses to brim with ice. In each glass, pour about 2/3 cup gin mixture; top with 1/4 cup club soda....

If you love this elegant dessert, then you’ll have to try our Easy Tiramisu, classic French Macarons and Crepes recipes – all so fancy but they can easily be made at home. Crème Brûlée RECIPE- You are going to LOVE this custard dessert recipe! A combination of creamy custard and a crunchy caramelized sugar topping, the ultimate dessert. INGREDIENTS- All you need for this creme brulee recipe is 5 staple kitchen ingredients!...

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix Water, vegetable oil and egg whites called for on cake mix box 2 cups powdered sugar 3 to 4 tablespoons milk Assorted colored rock candy Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place paper baking cup in each of 58 mini muffin cups. Make cake batter as directed on box. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, each about two-thirds full....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese 1/4 cup Old El Paso™ salsa (any variety) 1/4 cup apricot preserves 1/4 cup sliced ripe olive 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, if desired Assorted crackers, if desired Preparation Place block of cream cheese on serving plate with shallow rim. Mix salsa and preserves; spread over cream cheese. Sprinkle with olives and cilantro. Serve with crackers. Related Video

Preparation It’s a nutrition powerhouse, cauliflower is packed with key vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, potassium and folate. It’s also a good source of choline, a B vitamin known for its role in brain development. Yes, cauliflower is a food you should keep in rotation and eat at least on a weekly basis. Substituting cauliflower for rice has become increasingly popular as people search for healthy alternatives when cooking at home....

Pork chops have been making more frequent appearances on our dinner table in recent years. It’s a versatile piece of protein and we can easily season it to our liking. Regrettably, when most people think of pork chops, images of dry, overcooked, and chewy texture comes to mind. If you’ve suffered from rubbery meat in the past, this Honey Garlic Pork Chops recipe is going to change your mind! I’ll show you how to make perfect juicy pork chops at home with a ravishing honey garlic sauce....

For Japanese recipes that include pork or beef, the majority will list “thinly sliced meat” on the ingredients list. Very thin slices – about 1/8 inch or even thinner. You can find packages of thinly-sliced meat at Japanese grocery stores like the ones pictured below. If you don’t live nearby a Japanese grocery store, or you just prefer to slice the meat yourself, follow these simple instructions. Recipes with Thinly Sliced Meat Thinly Sliced Beef Baby Carrot Beef Roll Beef Udon Bulgogi Gyudon Japchae (Korean Stir-Fried Noodles) Nikujaga (Beef and Potato Stew) Shabu Shabu Sukiyaki Teriyaki Steak Rolls...

Preparation Flower frogs are made of lead, pottery, glass, or bronze and sit at the bottom of a bowl or a vase to hold even the trickiest flower arrangements firmly in place. Make your own by balling up a square piece of chicken wire. The ball should be large enough to press against the sides of the container and stay snugly in place. Or secure a smaller ball to the bottom with floral adhesive....

Preparation “I call it Dunkin’ Donuts meets Hermès!” says Sharkey of his exuberant faux tree bedecked in fuchsia, orange, and coral handblown glass balls. While it has a retro vibe (white flocked trees were all the rage in the ’50s and ’60s), Sharkey’s inspiration came from a distinctly contemporary point of view: that of Martha’s 6-year-old grandson. “We let Truman pick the palette-his favorite colors are pink and orange,” Sharkey says....

Ingredients 1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon 1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 6 green onions, thinly sliced, whites and greens separated 1 egg 1 teaspoon barbecue seasoning 1/4 cup barbecue sauce 3 slices (1 oz each) sharp Cheddar cheese, quartered Preparation Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir beef, bacon, Bisquick™ mix, green onion whites, egg and barbecue seasoning until well mixed....

Preparation High design isn’t often thought of as “practical” or “affordable,” but bringing those ideas together is the challenge designers and married couple Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent tasked themselves with as they created their latest furniture collection with Living Spaces. Drawing from their own experience as parents with little ones (the couple have two kids, Poppy and Oskar), the duo aimed to “strike the right balance between utilitarian without sacrificing style,” says Berkus....

One of the most iconic landmarks for visitors to Osaka is the grand Osaka Castle. Located in the beautiful Osaka Castle Park, it’s a must-stop for any first-time visitors to the city. Where is Osaka Castle Osaka Castle is located in the eastern part of the city inside Osaka Castle Park. Since the park covers a large space you can get there via five different stations. If you want to see Otemon Gate (大手門), we recommend exiting the Temmabashi or Tanimachiyonchome Station for a shorter walk....

Ingredients 1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water 2 eggs 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup chopped pecans 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, softened...

Ingredients 4 ounces chocolate-, vanilla- or butterscotch-flavored candy coating (almond bark), chopped 12 large pretzel twists 12 pretzel rods 24 miniature semisweet chocolate chips 12 M&M’s® chocolate candies red 1 roll Betty Crocker™ Fruit by the Foot™ cherry or other flavor chewy fruit snack rolls 12 M&M’s® minis chocolate candies green Preparation Place candy coating in 1-cup microwavable measuring cup. Microwave uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted....

Ingredients 2 medium dark-orange sweet potatoes (1 1/3 lb), peeled, cut into 1/4 x 1/4 x 3- to 4-inch strips 1 teaspoon cornstarch Cooking spray 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon paprika 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 oz each), cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs 2 tablespoons honey 1...

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. boneless pork loin, cut into cubes 1 can (8 oz) pineapple tidbits, in unsweetened juice, undrained 1 medium red or green bell pepper, cut into squares 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ginger 1/4 cup vinegar 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2/3 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice 1 1/3 cups water 3 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons cornstarch Preparation In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, combine pork, pineapple, bell pepper, brown sugar, ginger, vinegar and soy sauce; mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup maple-flavored syrup 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1/4 cup chopped pecans 2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1/3 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 1/4 cups milk 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 2 eggs Preparation In 1-quart saucepan, heat syrup and butter until butter is melted, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in pecans. Heat griddle or skillet over medium heat or to 375°F....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons finely chopped gingerroot 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups small broccoli flowerets 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced (1 cup) 1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings 3/4 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon cold water 1 cup sliced mushrooms (about 3 ounces) 2 tablespoons oyster sauce Preparation Spray wok or 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat....

As a nation obsessed with grilled food, the Japanese takes delight in grilling indoor by making Teppanyaki (鉄板焼き) at home. It’s our Sunday grill, a pastime we enjoy over the weekend and year-round. On the hot griddle, there is thinly sliced meat, succulent seafood, freshly chopped cabbage, generous piles of crunchy bean sprouts, seasonal vegetables, and assortments of mushrooms sizzling away. Family comes together around the small grill, cooking, eating, drinking, and having a good time....