Beat the eggs in a bowl until thick and lemon colored. Add the milk and beat well. Sift the flour with the salt. Add to egg mixture and beat until smooth. Fill large, well-greased muffin cups 2/3 full. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to ..

Microwave 1/4 cup butter in a 10-inch round glass dish at HIGH 1/2 to 1 minute. Add brown sugar and corn syrup; stir well. Spread mixture evenly in pan. Arrange pear slices, rounded side down, in a spoke design over brown sugar mixture. Alternately add red ..

Pour milk over butter, sugar, and salt in bowl; cool to lukewarm. Soften yeast in the warm water. Add about 1 cup of the flour to the milk mixture and beat vigorously until smooth. Stir in the yeast. Add half the remaining flour; beat well. Beat in the eggs ..

Combine carrots, potatoes, suet, raisins, currants, peel, cherries, and brown sugar. Sift together the flour, soda, salt, and spices. Work into the other ingredients. Pack into a well-greased pudding bowl, mould, or can. Grease one side of waxed paper cut to ..

In bowl, toss together raisins, currants, cherries, candied peel, apricots and orange rind. Stir together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and allspice; sprinkle about one quarter over fruit mixture and toss lightly. Set aside. In large bowl, beat ..

Prepare recipe for Cream Puff or Choux Paste. Force dough through a pastry bag and tube, or drop by spoonfuls 2 inches apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 425CF 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Turn off oven. Prick puffs with a fork and return ..

The tasty Dutch Christmas Loaves is simply exquisite! I tried this last Christmas and everyone loved it. It is no wonder they have already asked me to make it again at least twice this week! Try the Dutch Christmas Loaves for

Shortly before serving, partially thaw Cranberry Cocktail concentrate and raspberry concentrate until slushy. In punch bowl, combine Cranberry Cocktail and raspberry concentrates and chilled Cranberry Cocktail. Just before serving, add chilled Raspberry ..

Cream butter with lemon peel and juice; add sugar gradually, beating until fluffy. Add egg and 1 egg yolk, beating thoroughly after each addition. Add a mixture of flour and salt in fourths, mixing until well blended after each addition. Chill dough ..

Sift flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and spices together; set aside. Cream butter with extract. Add sugar gradually, beating until light and fluffy. Add dry ingredients alternately with cream, mixing after each addition. Stir in almonds. Shape dough ..

Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Place bottomless 8 inch (2 L) or 9 inch (2.5 L) springform pan on top; set aside. In bowl, beat egg whites, salt and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar in thin steady stream until stiff ..

In large heavy saucepan, blend sugar, cornstarch and salt; whisk in milk and light cream. Bring to simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Reduce heat to low. In bowl, beat eggs with ..

In bowl, combine flour and salt; with pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs with a few larger pieces. Beat together water, yolk and oil; stir into flour mixture until moistened. On floured surface, knead into ..

Remove any pin feathers with tweezers. Cut out the oil sac at the base of the tail. Wipe inside of goose with a damp cloth and sprinkle lightly with 1/2 tsp salt. To make stuffing, melt the butter in a large frying pan. Saute the onions over low heat about 5 ..

GETTING READY 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degree F 2. Wash hens inside and out with cold water. 3. Pat dry with paper towels. 4. Rub oil lightly over hens. 5. Season inside, out with salt, pepper and paprika. MAKING 6. Make the stuffing by combining all the ..

Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the suet. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Sift together the flour, soda, salt, and spices. Combine the fruits and nuts. Dredge with 1/2 cup of the sifted dry ingredients. Add the bread crumbs to the ..

Beat butter, sugars, and egg in a large bowl. Add evaporated milk and water, mixing thoroughly. Reserve 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; blend remaining flour with the whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and ginger. Toss the walnuts and dates with the 1/4 cup ..

Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup lukewarm water with 1 teaspoon sugar. Add milk, eggs, sugar, butter or margarine, salt, allspice and food coloring (optional). Mix well. Gradually mix in flour. Cover with a damp cloth, and let rise 30 minutes in a warm oven. Stir ..

First cook the Basmati rice by the absorption method, using a good chicken stock and 60 g/ 2 oz butter. Stir the seedless raisins into some butter. Add the apricots and just cover with water or orange juice. Simmer gently — don't let them get at all ..

Chop suet very fine and sprinkle with 1/2 cup flour. Dust rasins and dates with flour and add to suet. Add bread crumbs. Grate rinds of orange and lemon; squeeze juice and combine juice and peel with suet mixture. Add remaining flour, apples, nuts, brown ..

Made from the sap of sugar maple, this syrup tastes yummy. It is really very easy to make maple syrup. Enjoy the

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Christmas Pudding! Come Christmas and everyone gets impatient at the dinner table. Why? Because they know that I will make the families favorite Christmas Pudding! If you try it, I am sure it will become your family favorite too!

This basic recipe can be made up as it is, or any of five variations can be made by adding one of the following: (1) 1 cup seedless raisins or (2) herbs: 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon aniseed, 2 teaspoons dried summer ..

The meatless sugarless christmas mincemeat is a lively and flavorful preparation of dried fruits and apples with cinnamon and appel cider. Flavored with additional brandy and rum, the fruit mincemeat is cooked and stored in jars in a cool

In a 9x13 inch buttered glass pan, put 8 slices of bread. Add pieces to cover dish entirely. Cover bread with slices of back bacon, sliced thin. Lay slices of cheddar cheese on top of bacon. Cover with slices of bread to make it like a sandwich. In a bowl, ..

In a bowl, combine sausage and cheeses. Place half of mixture in each pastry shell. Combine eggs, milk, onion and peppers. Pour half over sausage in each shell. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let ..

In large bowl, toss together green and red cabbage, onions, red pepper and currants until well mixed. DRESSING: In bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, sugar, caraway seeds, salt, pepper and allspice; gradually whisk in oil and hot pepper sauce until ..

Cream butter with extract; add brown sugar gradually, creaming until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together; add in thirds to creamed mixture, mixing until blended after each ..

Combine chopped pineapple, dates, ginger and nuts in a bowl. Sift flour, baking powder and salt over the mixture and mix in well by hand. Beat eggs and sugar together and add melted margarine. Stir into the fruit mixture. When well blended spread evenly in a ..

In large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, nutmeg, oregano, salt and pepper; stir in Cheddar and cream cheese. In small skillet, heat oil over medium high heat; onion, diced red pepper (if using) and garlic for 3 minutes or until softened. Stir into egg ..

Pour scalded milk over butter, 1/2 cup sugar, salt, and cardamom in a bowl. Stir until butter is melted. Cool to lukewarm. Soften yeast in the warm water. Toss currants, almonds, and mixed fruit with the 1 tablespoon flour; set aside. Add about 2 cups of the ..

FILLING: In skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion, stirring, for 5 minutes or until golden. Rinse, drain and chop sauerkraut. Add to skillet; cook for 15 minutes or until golden. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside and let cool. DOUGH: ..

Dissolve 1 tsp (5 mL) of the sugar in 1/2 cup (125 mL) lukewarm water. Sprinkle in yeast; let stand for 10 minutes or until frothy. In saucepan, heat sour cream, remaining sugar, butter and salt over low heat until sugar dissolves; let cool. In bowl, beat ..

A simple to make Flawless fruit crisp desserts

Combine all ingredients in a 2-cup glass measure. Cover with paper towel. Micro wave at HIGH 2 to 4 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir well. Pour into individual dishes to serve with hot artichokes or seafood such as lobster or

Mix the egg, milk and syrup. Mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl and stir in syrup mixture gradually. Add the butter and mix. Fill well-greased hot muffin cups 3/4 full. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes or until brown. Serve hot with ..

These green smoothies are an addiction. Try out this yummy beverage and tell me if you like

In the top of a double boiler, combine chocolate, half the sugar and the coffee. Whisk occasionally until chocolate melts. Add milk and flavorings. Cover and reheat thoroughly. Meanwhile, beat eggs until thick with remaining sugar. Pour chocolate over egg ..

Cream first six ingredients together until fluffy, then add remaining ingredients sifted together. Chill dough until firm enough to roll. Cut in 4 pieces and roll each on a floured board to less than 1/4 inch thick. Cut with a floured doughnut cutter. Place ..

In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar; stir in milk and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; add to batter and beat until smooth. Heat 2-1/2 in.of oil to 365° in a deep-fat fryer or electric skillet. Place rosette iron in hot oil, then dip in batter, ..

Cut crepe paper into 70 x 40 cm (27-1/2 x 15-3/4 inch) rectangle. Place clementines in row down center of paper. Roll paper around clementines sausage-style. Tie ribbon bow around paper between each clementine. Bend roll into wreath shape. Overlap ends and ..

In jar, combine cinnamon, orange rind, allspice and

In salad bowl, combine mixed greens, onion and nuts. In small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard and sugar; gradually whisk in oil. Pour over greens; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to

In large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, oregano, thyme and dillweed. Pack into airtight container or bag. (Mix can be stored at room temperature for up to 1

Spread lemon rind on paper towel; microwave at High for 4 to 4-1/2 minutes or until dry, stirring several times, or dry for 1 day at room temperature. In airtight container, combine lemon rind, cheese, oregano, mustard, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne. (Mix ..

In buttered 8 inch (2 L) square baking dish, toss together apples, raspberries, blueberries, sugar and flour; set aside. TOPPING: In bowl, combine sugar, flour, rolled oats, cinnamon and orange rind. With pastry blender or fingertips, work in butter until ..

Mix together flour, salt and water to form soft dough; divide in half. Working with one portion at a time and keeping remaining half covered with plastic wrap, knead dough on floured surface until smooth, 8 to 10 minutes. Roll out dough to 5 mm (1/4 inch) ..

In bowl, beat together butter, sugar and peanut butter until smooth; beat in egg, beating well. Mix together flour, baking powder and salt; gradually stir into creamed mixture until smooth dough forms. Gather dough into ball; divide in half. Place each half ..

In the mood for a treat but can’t decide between salty or sweet? Why choose when you can have the best of both worlds? Chocolate covered pretzels are a mouth-watering snack perfect for satisfying even the most wicked cravings. They are a huge hit at ..

Soak raisins in hot water. Let stand till raisins are plump. Drain; set aside. Heat milk just till warm (115° to 120°); add yeast from hot roll mix and stir till yeast is dissolved. Combine eggs, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, sugar, lemon peel, ground mace, ..

Cut yarn into 15 cm (6 inch) lengths. Place candies end to end, overlapping twisted ends of cellophane wrappers. Tie ends together with strand of yarn. Continue until garland is desired

In large punch bowl, combine grape juice, soda water, lemon and lime slices and bitters. Gently add ice

In saucepan, combine apple juice and Spicy Mulled Cider Mix; cover and bring to simmer. Gently simmer for 20 minutes; strain into

In bowl, sift together icing sugar and cream of tartar. Using electric mixer, beat in egg whites for 7 to 10 minutes or until icing is thick enough to hold its

In a mixing bowl, cream butter, sugar, vanilla and maple flavoring until smooth. Spread over toast, waffles and pancakes. Cover and refrigerate until ready to

With scissors, sliver tomatoes; combine in airtight container with parsley, basil, marjoram and pepper

Place Herbed Beer Bread Mix in large bowl. With wooden spoon, stir in beer just until incorporated. Scrape into greased 8 x 4 inch (1.5 L) loaf pan. Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until crusty and golden brown. Let stand in pan for 5 ..

Whisk together oil, Caesar Salad Mix, lemon juice, mayonnaise and anchovy paste; toss with romaine in salad

The old fashioned tourtiere is a traditional meat pie that is made with pork and veal and cooked during christmas in Quebec. Mixed with sauteed onions, the old fashioned tourtiere is made with pie pastry base with the meat filling and topped with another ..

Cook whipping cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until reduced to 1 1/4 cups (about 15 minutes). Add mustard, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, just until mixture is thoroughly

Cook whipping cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until reduced to 3/4 cup (about 15 minutes). Stir in horseradish and remaining ingredients; cook, stirring constantly, just until mixture is thoroughly

Heat oven to 400°. Cream butter and sugar. Blend in remaining ingredients. Fill cookie press with 1/4 of dough at a time; form desired shapes on ungreased baking sheet. Bake 6 to 9 minutes or until set but not

Combine currants and brandy; set aside. Combine wild rice and chicken broth in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 55 to 60 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in currant mixture, olive oil, and pine ..

MAKING 1.In the blender container, add in all ingredients. 2. Blend well to get a creamy and smooth punch. SERVING 3.Take 4 chilled glasses, and pour punch into this. 4. Top with nutmeg or cinnamon and serve.

Trim bottom crust from loaf; slice loaf lengthwise into 1/3 inch (8 mm) thick slices. Trim remaining crusts. With rolling pin, gently flatten bread slices and spread with butter (if using); spread with filling. Roll up jelly roll style, starting at narrow ..

In food processor or in bowl with fork, blend Cheddar and cream cheeses, port, tarragon and dillweed until smooth. Shape into ball. Spread chopped fresh parsley on waxed paper; roll cheese ball in parsley to coat. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ..

In top of double boiler over hot (not boiling) water, melt chocolate with water. Remove from heat and whisk until slightly thickened. Gradually add hot coffee, whisking constantly. Sweeten with sugar, adding more if desired. Pour into heated mugs; top with ..

In large bowl, beat butter with sugar until fluffy; beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually stir in flour; mix well. Fill cookie press with batches of dough; press out desired shapes onto chilled ungreased baking sheets. Decorate, if desired. Bake in 350°F ..

In bowl, combine Oatmeal Cookie Mix, egg, milk and vanilla until dough forms; shape into 1-1/2 inch (4 cm) balls. Place on parchment paper lined or greased baking sheets; flatten with fork dipped in sugar. Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven for 15 to 18 minutes ..

In heavy saucepan, combine pineapple, peaches, sugar and orange juice concentrate; bring to boil. Boil, stirring occasionally, for 12 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in liqueur (if using). Pour into hot sterilized jar; seal with prepared lid and ..

In bottom of double boiler, bring water to simmer; remove from heat. Add chocolate to top of double boiler and stir frequently until melted. Stir in almonds. Spread evenly onto waxed paper lined 15 x 11 inch (40 x 28 cm) jelly roll pan. Refrigerate for 1 hour ..

In saucepan, bring wine, lemon juice and garlic almost to boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium low; remove garlic. In bowl, toss together Swiss and Edam cheeses and cornstarch; gradually add to saucepan, a handful at a time, whisking constantly until ..

In bowl or food processor, beat Gorgonzola and cream cheese until smooth, being careful not to overmix. Fold in chopped walnuts, brandy, and pepper to taste. Transfer to attractive 1 cup (250 mL) dish, smoothing top; garnish with walnut halves. (Spread can be ..

In bowl, beat butter with sugar until creamy; beat in orange rind and juice and lemon juice until fluffy. Roll into log shape or pipe into rosettes. Refrigerate until firm. Cut log into 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick

In deep bowl, mash sugar with orange rind; stir in 2 tbsp (25 mL) of the brandy and orange juice. Refrigerate until chilled. Stir in whipping cream. Beat at medium speed just until mixture mounds slightly on spoon, being careful not to overheat; fold in ..

In small bowl, whisk sugar and cocoa with just enough of the milk to make a paste; whisk in a little mote milk to make pourable. In saucepan, combine cocoa mixture with remaining milk; heat over low heat just until bubbles form around edge, stirring ..

In saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion and garlic for 3 minutes or until softened. Add sun dried Tomato Pasta Sauce Mix and tomatoes, breaking up with spoon; simmer for 15 minutes or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to

In top of double boiler over hot (not boiling) water, melt together chocolate and butterscotch chips and butter; remove from heat. With wooden spoon, stir until smooth and blended. Stir in peanuts to coat completely. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls (5 mL) onto ..

Combine first 3 ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is clear. Cook, without stirring, until mixture reaches soft ball stage or candy thermometer registers 240°. Beat egg whites at high speed of an ..

Combine first 3 ingredients in a small saucepan. Combine orange juice, water, and lemon juice; gradually add orange juice mixture to sugar mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil; boil 1 minute. Gradually stir about ..

In a buttered heavy 2-quart saucepan combine sugar, corn syrup, and butter or margarine. Cook and stir over medium heat till sugar dissolves and mixture boils. Continue cooking, without stirring, to soft-crack stage (candy thermometer registers ..

Melt butter or margarine in large skillet. Add celery and onion; cover and cook slowly until onion is tender, not brown. Remove from heat. Add remaining ingredients; toss lightly. Excellent for chicken, Rock Cornish hens, capon, duck or goose. For turkey, ..

MAKING 1) In large pot of boiling salted water, cook squash for 25 minutes or until soft enough and drain to remove the water. 2) Puree the squash in a food processor or blender until smooth. 3) Stir in butter, maple syrup, salt, nutmeg and pepper to the ..

MAKING 1.Combine together lime juice, black pepper and fructose and mix to dissolve fructose completely. 2.Add in V-8 or tomato juice, Tabasco sauce and vodka. Mix well. SERVING 3.Take serving glasses and add ice cubes to them. 4. Pour drink over ice cubes ..

In heavy saucepan, stir together sugar, cornstarch and salt; stir in water and bring to boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and stir in rum, butter and nutmeg; simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Serve hot. VARIATION Grand Marnier Sauce: Reduce ..

In saucepan, melt together butter, chocolate and corn syrup over low heat. In food processor, chop cookies to make 2 cups (500 mL) coarse crumbs; stir into chocolate mixture along with ginger. Spread in greased 8 inch (2 L) square cake pan; refrigerate for 2 ..

In large bowl, stir together coconut, sugar, flour and salt. Whisk egg whites until foamy; stir into coconut mixture along with hazelnuts, cherries and vanilla. Drop by tablespoonfuls (15 mL) onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake in 325°F (160°C) ..

In large saucepan, combine squash, stock, onions and bay leaf; bring to boil. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for about 20 minutes or until squash is tender. Remove bay leaf. In blender or food processor, puree soup in batches until smooth. Return to pan ..

Flake salmon, discarding skin and bones. In bowl, gently combine flaked and smoked salmon, parsley, onions and tarragon. In separate bowl, beat together butter, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice and pepper; add salmon mixture and gently combine. Line 8 x 4 ..

In large heavy saucepan or Dutch oven, combine tomatoes, tomato sauce, celery, onions, garlic and jalapeno pepper. Bring to boil; cook for 5 minutes or just until onions are translucent. Stir in sugar, vinegar, lime juice, coriander and salt. Reduce heat and ..

In bowl, combine chocolate and sour cream. Stir in 1 cup (250 mL) chocolate wafer crumbs; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. Roll scant tablespoonfuls (15 mL) of chocolate mixture into small balls slightly pointed at one end. Roll ..

In 9 inch (2.5 L) square baking dish, combine pears, mincemeat and lemon juice. In bowl, stir together flour, sugar and rolled oats; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in almonds. Sprinkle evenly over pear mixture. Bake in 375°F ..

In saucepan, cover beans with 3 times their volume of cold water; let soak overnight. Drain and cover with same amount of fresh water; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer over medium low heat for 1 hour or until tender. Drain and rinse. In bowl, toss together ..

In sterilized 4 cup (1 L) jar, stir together candied peel, cherries, raisins and ginger until well mixed. Tie allspice, cloves and cinnamon in cheesecloth and bury in fruit mixture. Pour in brandy, adding more if necessary to cover fruit. Seal and store in ..

In large heavy pan, melt butter over medium low heat; cook leeks for 15 minutes or until softened but not browned. Add cream and bring to boil; boil, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes or until thickened and reduced by half. Stir in Parmesan, salt and ..

In salad bowl, toss together carrots, celery and mint; set aside. In skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion, mustard seeds, salt and pepper; cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes or until onion is softened. Stir in vinegar; immediately pour over ..

In top of double boiler over hot (not boiling) water, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips, butter and peanut butter, stirring often. In bowl, stir noodles with peanuts; pour in chocolate mixture and mix well. Spoon into 1 inch (2.5 cm) mounds on waxed paper ..

In bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, pepper, anchovies, hot pepper sauce and garlic; gradually whisk in oil until blended. Stir in sour cream and Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. (Dip can be ..

In large bowl, stir together oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and baking soda. With pastry blender, cut in shortening until crumbly. Stir in raisins, coconut, chocolate and pecans. (Mix can be refrigerated in airtight container for up to 10 ..

In bowl, combine salted, mixed and pistachio nuts. Combine oil, Worcestershire, sugar, teriyaki sauce, mustard and hot pepper sauce; mix into nuts. Let stand for 10 minutes. Spread nut mixture on nonstick baking sheet. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven, ..

In small deep bowl, beat egg whites with lemon juice until foamy. Add cream of tartar. Gradually beat in sugar, about 1 tbsp (15 mL) at a time, beating well after each addition, until stiff shiny peaks form. (A small amount rubbed between fingers should not ..

In saucepan, melt sugar, butter and chocolate over low heat, stirring, until chocolate is just melted. Remove from heat and let cool for 1 minute. Blend in vanilla and egg; gently fold in flour just until blended. Spoon into tiny paper baking cups. Bake in ..

In bowl set over pan of hot (not boiling) water, melt chocolate; stir in sugar, brandy and syrup. Stir in wafer crumbs, nuts, and fruit (if using); mix thoroughly. Chill until firm enough to shape into 1 inch (2.5 cm) balls. Roll in sugar. Layer between waxed ..

Remove stems from mushrooms; wipe caps and set aside. In small bowl, combine cottage cheese, feta cheese, onion, lemon juice, oil and marjoram; spoon heaping teaspoonful (5 mL) into each mushroom cap. Garnish with

In large bowl, combine gelatin and brown sugar; stir in boiling water until gelatin is dissolved. Stir in ice water and rum; refrigerate until chilled and thickened enough to mound when dropped from spoon. Beat at medium speed until light and fluffy; ..

PESTO SALSA: In bowl, combine tomato, basil, onion, garlic, Parmesan, and salt and pepper to taste. On work surface, arrange tortillas in single layer; sprinkle half of each evenly with half of the fontina cheese, leaving thin border. Spoon salsa over cheese, ..

Cut oranges and lemon into quarters; slice crosswise into very thin slices. In 12 cup (3 L) microwaveable casserole, combine oranges, lemon and water; microwave, covered, at High for 20 to 25 minutes or until rind is tender, stirring twice. Stir in ..

In bowl, combine Swiss and ricotta cheeses, salsa, coriander, lime juice, cumin and paprika. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into cheese mixture. Slice baguette into 30 rounds; place on baking sheet and broil for 1 minute. Spread untoasted side ..

Arrange salmon on plastic wrap in 12 x 8 inch (30 x 20 cm) rectangle. Mix cheese with dill; spread over salmon. Press row of capers into cheese along one long edge; beginning at edge with capers, roll up jelly roll style to enclose capers in center. Wrap in ..

In large saucepan, whisk together eggs and sugar; gradually whisk in milk. Using vegetable peeler, thinly peel off strips of orange rind. Add to milk mixture; cook over medium low heat, whisking constantly, for 10 to 15 minutes or until mixture coats back of ..

Line two baking sheets with foil or parchment paper. Position 1 Rosebud for head and 4 pecans for feet of each turtle on baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) between pecans. In bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar and salt until foamy. Beat in ..

In heavy saucepan, combine chocolate, cream and coffee; heat over medium heat, stirring, until chocolate has melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in sugar and corn syrup; bring to boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat and boil gently, stirring ..

Peel potatoes; cut into 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick slices. In 13 x 9 inch (3.5 L) baking dish, pack sweet and white potatoes tightly in alternating rows; sprinkle evenly with water. Drizzle with half of the oil; sprinkle with rosemary. Cover with foil and bake in ..

In large bowl, beat butter until fluffy; gradually beat in cornstarch, then sugar. With wooden spoon, beat in flour, about 1/4 cup (50 mL) at a time. On lightly floured surface or pastry cloth, roll out dough to 1/4 inch (5 mm) thickness. Using floured fluted ..

In food processor or using electric mixer, blend chevre, sour cream, garlic, rosemary, thyme and hot pepper sauce until smooth. Stir in tomatoes, parsley and onions. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. (Dip can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; let stand ..

In large heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat; cook onion and garlic, stirring, for 3 minutes or until softened. Stir in beets, tomatoes, beef broth, water, vinegar and caraway seeds; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium low; cover and simmer for 15 ..

In large saucepan, bring red peppers, vinegar, orange rind and juice to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes or until rind is softened. Stir in sugar. Return to full rolling boil over high heat. Boil hard, stirring often, for 5 minutes; ..

In saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute to soften. Stir over low heat until gelatin dissolves. Stir in lemon rind, lemon juice and half of the sugar. Stir in yogurt. In bowl, whip cream with remaining sugar; fold into lemon ..

In a large preserving kettle, brown the ground beef thoroughly. Add the rest of the ingredients, except the rum and brandy. Bring to the boil and cook 15 minutes. Stir constantly to prevent burning. Remove from the heat. Stir the rum and brandy into the ..

In bowl, cream together butter and sugar; blend in almond extract. Gradually blend in flour and almonds; press into ball. Turn out onto lightly floured surface and knead very lightly until smooth. Roll out dough to 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick rectangle. With sharp ..

Combine flour, salt, milk, egg, sugar,and vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl; beat at low speed of an electric mixer until blended and smooth. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet; heat oil to ..

Cream the butter, confectioners' sugar, and egg yolk in an electric mixer set at medium speed. Stir in the lemon juice. Sift the flour with the salt and baking powder. Mix in the almonds and lemon peel. Add to the creamed mixture, stirring by hand until well ..

Combine the sugar, salt, cinnamon, and cloves in a large mixing bowl. Stir in the almonds and chocolates. Add the unbeaten egg whites, one at a time, mixing until blended. Stir in the kirsch, adding only enough so that the mixture still remains stiff enough ..

In large bowl of an electric mixer, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, and beat until smooth. Beat in vanilla and almond extract. In another bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, and salt; ..

In a bowl, stir together cornstarch, flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Beat egg lightly, combine with milk, and add to dry ingredients. Stir until batter is smooth. Into a deep, heavy pan about 6 inches in diameter, pour oil to a depth of about 1 ..

Beat butter at medium speed of an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending ..

Heat oven to 350°. Mix thoroughly shortening, sugar, egg, molasses, anise oil and water. Blend in remaining ingredients. Knead dough until of right consistency for molding. Shape dough by level teaspoonfuls into balls. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking ..

Cook chopped mushrooms in butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until most of liquid evaporates and mushrooms are tender. Cool to room temperature. Position knife blade in food processor bowl; add mushrooms, cream ..

Peel and section grapefruit, catching juice in a bowl. Reserve 1/4 cup juice; set grapefruit sections aside. Combine reserved juice, dressing mix, oil, and water in a jar. Cover tightly, and shake vigorously. Chill at least 3 hours. Layer half each of salad ..

1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix well. Blend in egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until a smooth batter forms. 2. In a large heavy saucepan or deep-fat fryer, heat 4 inches oil to 375°F. on ..

In a large saucepan, soften gelatin in cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat (do not boil) until gelatin is dissolved, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat; slowly stir in syrup. Set pan in ice water; whisk in milk. Continue ..

Grease a large cookie sheet; set aside. In a heavy medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, milk and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add chocolate pieces, coffee and vanilla, stirring ..

GETTING READY 1) In a bowl, beat all the ingredients together, except the fat or oil with a rotary egg beater, until the mixture is smooth and well blended. 2) Allow the batter to chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours. MAKING 3) In a deep skillet, heat the ..

GETTING READY 1) Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2) Brush two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans, lightly with butter and dust with flour. MAKING 3) In a large bowl, sift the whole wheat pastry flour, unbleached white flour, baking powder and baking soda together. 4) Stir in ..

In bowl, beat butter with icing sugar until fluffy; stir in poppy seeds and lemon rind. Gradually blend in flour. Gather dough into ball; chill for 30 minutes if sticky. On lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4 inch (5 mm) thickness; cut into 2 inch ..

In lightly floured surface, roll out half of the pastry to 12 x 10 inch (30 x 25 cm) rectangle. Spread with half of the mustard, leaving 1/2 inch (1 cm) border. Sprinkle with half of the cheese; arrange half of the prosciutto in single layer over ..

In skillet, heat oil over medium high heat; cook mushrooms for 7 to 10 minutes or until liquid is released. Drain, reserving liquid. In bowl, toss mushrooms with lemon juice; set aside. Add onion, garlic and 2 tbsp (25 mL) mushroom liquid to skillet; cook ..

In large bowl, combine flour and baking powder; stir in almonds. Whisk together eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla, almond extract and orange rind; stir into flour mixture until soft, sticky dough forms. Transfer dough to lightly floured work surface; with hands, ..

Chop nuts finely; set aside. In bowl, beat butter with 1/4 cup (50 mL) of the sugar until smooth; beat in vanilla. With wooden spoon, stir in flour, salt and nuts, using hands to finish mixing and form dough into ball. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate for 30 ..

Cut carrots into 2 x 1/8 inch (5 cm x 3 mm) strips to make about 2 cups (500 mL). In saucepan of boiling water, cook carrots and cauliflower for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender crisp. Drain and cool under cold water; drain again and pat dry. In large bowl, ..

In large saucepan, combine chicken stock, oil and 4 tsp (20 mL) of the lemon rind; bring to boil. Add couscous; cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add parsley; fluff with fork. (Couscous can be covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day.) ..

Cut apricots into thin strips. In small heavy saucepan, combine apricots, tangerine rind and juice and honey; cover and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes or until apricots are very tender and ..

In 10 inch (25 cm) ring mould, freeze 1/4 inch (5 mm) water until solid. Pour 1/8 inch (3 mm) water over top; arrange 8 clusters of 3 cranberries each around inner edge of mould and freeze until solid. Repeat with second 1/8 inch (3 mm) layer of water and ..

In bowl, beat together butter, sugar, peanut butter and vanilla until smooth. Beat in egg, beating well. Remove about 1 cup (250 mL) of the batter to separate bowl; combine with melted chocolate. Stir together 1 cup (250 mL) of the flour and 1/4 tsp (1 mL) of ..

In food grinder and using coarse blade, or in food processor and using on/off motion, coarsely chop clementine and lemon. In large heavy saucepan, combine clementine mixture, pears, golden and seeded raisins, sugar, peel, wine, cherries, butter, cinnamon, ..

Combine crumbs, sugar and butter; press onto bottom of 9 inch (2.5 L) springform pan. Bake in 325°F (160°C) oven for 10 minutes. Let cool on rack. FILLING: In food processor or in bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, cream and flour until smooth; ..

Spread sesame seeds on baking sheet; bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 15 minutes or until golden. Reserve half of the seeds; sprinkle remaining seeds over well greased 13 x 9 inch (3.5 L) cake pan. Set aside. In saucepan, bring butter, white and brown ..

Line bottom of 9 inch (1.5 L) round cake pan with waxed paper. Grease side. In large bowl, beat butter with sugar until fluffy; beat in eggs, one at a time. Beat in vanilla. Stir together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to creamed ..

In bowl, whisk together ketchup, hoisin sauce, lemon juice and sugar. In large bowl, combine beef, onions, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, gingerroot, mustard, salt, pepper and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the ketchup mixture. Shape heaping tablespoonfuls (15 mL) into balls. ..

In bowl, beat together butter and sugar until smooth; beat in egg and vanilla. Stir together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves; gradually stir into batter until blended. Gather dough into ball; wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or for ..

Grease two wooden spoons; set aside. On lightly greased rimmed (preferably nonstick) baking sheet, combine popcorn and nuts. Break up banana chips; add to popcorn mixture. Place in 200°F (100°C) oven to keep warm. Meanwhile, in saucepan, bring sugar, ..

In bowl, beat butter with sugar until fluffy. Mix together flour, cocoa and nuts; stir into butter mixture until smooth dough forms. Gather dough into ball; divide in half. Place each half on sheet of waxed paper; using paper, shape dough into logs, each ..

Dip one Popsicle stick into Royal Icing and coat bottom of base so it sticks to paper plate. Coat bottom and side edges of front piece and one side piece with icing; join together and stick onto base. Repeat with back and remaining side piece. Let dry ..

T'rim fat from beef; slice beef across the grain into 1/4 inch (5 mm) thick strips. In bowl, combine coriander, sherry, vinegar, fish sauce, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, gingerroot, garlic and hot pepper flakes. Add beef, stirring to coat. Cover and marinate ..

Combine wafer crumbs, pecans, butter, sugar and cinnamon. Press onto bottom and 1-1/2 inches (4 cm) up side of 10 inch (3 L) greased springform pan; freeze for 30 minutes. FILLING: Place ice cream in bowl; let stand at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes or ..

Scrub potatoes; quarter if large. In pot of boiling water, cook potatoes until tender but not mushy. Drain and let cool enough to handle; cut into cubes. In large bowl, mash anchovy fillet; stir in egg yolks, mayonnaise, onion, gherkins, parsley, capers, ..

In saucepan, heat milk with butter until bubbles form around edge; let cool until lukewarm. In large bowl, sprinkle yeast into warm water; let stand for 10 minutes or until frothy. Stir in milk mixture, eggs, sugar and salt. Using electric mixer, gradually ..

CUSTARD SAUCE: In heavy saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt; stir in milk. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring; cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, or until slightly thickened. Whisk about 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the milk mixture into ..

In small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Heat gently over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until dissolved. In food processor, puree avocados, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and garlic ..

Place one sheet of phyllo on work surface, keeping remaining phyllo covered with damp towel to prevent drying out. Brush phyllo sheet lightly with butter. Lay second sheet on top; brush with butter. Repeat with remaining phyllo. Cut into 2 inch (5 cm) squares ..

In food processor or in bowl and using pastry blender, blend flour, butter and brown sugar until crumbly. Press into ungreased 9 inch (2.5 L) square cake pan. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 15 minutes. TOPPING: Stir together sugar, lemon rind and juice, ..

In large pot, bring 3 cups (750 mL) water to boil over medium high heat; cook potatoes and onions, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes or just until potatoes are tender. Do not drain. Meanwhile, cut lobster into bite size pieces. In large skillet, heat 2 tbsp (25 ..

Grease side of large heavy saucepan. Add sugar; stir in eggnog and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until boiling. Cook, stirring only if necessary to prevent sticking, until candy thermometer reaches soft ball stage of 238° ..

In large bowl and using electric mixer, beat shortening with sugar until light; beat in eggs and fancy and blackstrap molasses, Stir together flour, ginger, baking soda, salt, cloves and cinnamon; using wooden spoon, gradually stir into molasses mixture. Mix ..

Line bottoms of 8 greased muffin cups with circles of waxed paper. Set aside. Squeeze out excess moisture from spinach. In blender or food processor, puree spinach, eggs, cream, cream cheese, mustard, salt and hot pepper sauce until smooth. (Recipe can be ..

On waxed paper, combine almonds and crackers; set aside. In bowl, toss together Swiss and Cheddar cheeses, flour, cayenne, black pepper and salt. In separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into cheese mixture. Scooping out 1 tbsp (15 mL) ..

In Dutch oven, heat butter over medium high heat; cook onion and celery for 3 minutes. Add green pepper, sausage, chicken, garlic, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, salt, cayenne and black pepper; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce and ..

CUSTARD: In saucepan, heat milk just until bubbles form around edge. In heavy saucepan, beat egg yolks with sugar and cornstarch until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Reduce ..

In skillet, bring onions, chicken stock and tomatoes to boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes or until onions are tender and only 1 tbsp (15 mL) liquid remains. Sprinkle with half of the Parmesan, the parsley, vinegar, and salt and pepper to ..

CRUST: In food processor or blender, crush cookies to fine crumbs; stir in butter until crumbs are moistened. With back of spoon, press onto bottom and 1/4 inch ( 5 mm) up side of lightly greased 8-1/2 inch (2.25 L) springform pan. Center pan on large piece ..

Line two 8 x 4 inch (1.5 L) loaf pans with foil; grease well and set aside. Pour boiling water over figs and apricots; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and chop into large pieces. Cut pineapple into chunks. Halve cherries. In large bowl, mix together figs, ..

In large pot of boiling water, cook cauliflower for 4 minutes. With slotted spoon, remove and chill in cold water; drain and pat dry. Repeat with broccoli, blanching for 3 minutes. In rows of different colors, arrange cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, beans, ..

In large heavy saucepan or Dutch oven, crush tomatoes; stir in tomato paste, apples, onions, sugar, vinegar, green peppers, celery, mustard seeds, cinnamon, salt, cloves, ginger and hot pepper flakes. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium low and cook, ..

Place two plates in freezer to chill for testing setting point. In large shallow saucepan, bring cranberries, lemon and water to boil; reduce heat to medium, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Press through sieve or food mill. Discard lemon. Return puree to pan; ..

In bowl, combine 1/3 cup (75 mL) of the sugar, brandy, orange rind and juice; mix in cranberries and raisins. Let stand, stirring occasionally, for 2 hours. Grease 6 cup (1.5 L) deep ovenproof pudding bowl; sprinkle bottom with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the remaining ..

In large bowl, combine seedless raisins, currants, seeded raisins, sherry, carrot, and lemon and orange rinds; cover and let stand overnight. Toss with 1/4 cup (50 mL) of the flour. Grease 8 inch (2 L) springform pan; line base and side with double thickness ..

FILLING: In food processor, combine walnuts, pistachios, candied peel, sugar, orange blossom water, cinnamon and cloves; chop finely. Place 1 sheet of phyllo on work surface, covering remaining phyllo with damp tea towel to prevent drying out. Brush sheet ..

WAFERS: Trace two 8 inch (20 cm) circles on each of two pieces of parchment paper; invert and place on baking sheets. In large bowl, lightly whisk egg whites; gradually whisk in sugar, flour, butter, water and vanilla just until blended. Drop 1/3 cup (75 mL) ..

Cut beef into 1 inch (2.5 cm) cubes; toss with 1/4 cup (50 mL) of the flour. In Dutch oven, heat half of the oil over medium heat; brown beef, in batches and adding remaining oil as necessary. Remove to bowl and set aside. To pan, add onion, garlic and ..

FILLING: In large saucepan, cover apricots, prunes, raisins and apples with water; bring to boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium low; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain fruit and let cool; coarsely chop. In large bowl, toss fruit with sugar, ..

In colander set over bowl, thaw raspberries, reserving juice; set aside. In large bowl, beat mascarpone with sugar. In separate bowl set over hot (not boiling) water, beat egg yolks with clean beaters for 5 minutes or until pale and thickened; beat into ..

In bowl, combine prunes, apricots, gingerroot, orange rind, 1/2 tsp (2 mL) of the cumin, cinnamon, and salt and pepper to taste. Open out roast; spoon stuffing down center. Fold meat over and tie with kitchen string. Place on rack in roasting pan. Combine ..

MEATBALLS: Remove sausage meat from casings. In bowl, combine sausage meat, beef, eggs, crumbs, salt and pepper; form into 4 dozen 1 inch (2.5 cm) balls. Bake on rimmed baking sheets in 400°F (200°C) oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until no longer pink ..

In large bowl, toss together pineapple, cherries, pecans, unsweetened and semisweet chocolate and raisins; toss with half of the flour. Stir together remaining flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside. In large bowl, beat butter with sugar until light and ..

In large bowl, combine flour, walnuts, sugar and salt. With pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs with a few larger pieces. Combine egg yolk and water; drizzle over dry ingredients, tossing lightly with ..

In saucepan, combine 2 cups (500 mL) water, rice and 1/2 tsp (2 mL) of the salt; cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until rice is tender but not mushy. If necessary, uncover and cook briefly just until no moisture ..

CRUST: Stir together crumbs, chocolate, butter and sugar until well moistened. Press onto bottom of 9 inch (2.5 L) springform pan. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 10 minutes. Let cool. Line inside of pan above crust with double thickness waxed paper ..

Ganache FILLING: In small saucepan, heat cream just until bubbles form around edge of pan; remove from heat. Stir in chocolate until smooth; stir in liqueur. Transfer to bowl; cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until thickened and cold. Using whisk (not ..

Trace two 8 inch (20 cm) circles on parchment paper; invert and place on baking sheet. Combine 1/3 cup (75 mL) of the sugar, cocoa and cornstarch; set aside. In large bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually beat in remaining sugar until stiff ..

In bowl, combine flour, sugar and baking powder; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in egg and sour cream just until mixture holds together. Pat into greased 15 x 10 inch (40 x 25 cm) jelly roll pan; bake in 375°F (190°C) oven for 10 minutes. TOPPING: In ..

Grease two 9 x 5 inch (2 L) loaf pans; line bases and sides with double thickness of brown paper. Grease paper. Set aside. In large bowl, combine mixed candied fruit, raisins, cherries, pineapple, almonds and citron peel; toss with 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the ..