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These fruity mini tarts combine mascarpone cheese, vanilla bean seeds, fresh strawberries and roasted pistachio nuts in one simple yet elegant treat.MORE+LESS-Updated September 20, 2016Make withPillsbury Pie Crust1Pillsbury™ refrigerated pie crust, softened as directed on box1container (8 oz) mascarpone cheeseSeeds from 1/2 vanilla bean5tablespoons strawberry jam3/4lb strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced1tablespoon chopped roasted pistachio nutsHide Images1Heat oven to 450°F.

Root beer and pork are a match made in heaven – and they come together in your slow cooker for a set-it-and-forget-it feast.MORE+LESS-Pork3to 4 lb boneless pork shoulder roast, trimmed1cup root beer (from 12-oz bottle or can)2tablespoons Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste (from 6-oz can)1tablespoon Dijon mustard1tablespoon chili powder1cup sliced yellow onionSlaw1/4teaspoon ground black pepper1bag (14 oz) tricolor slaw mixHide Images1Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.

Two layers of pie crust are stuffed with spicy taco filling and twisted into a savory, sombrero-inspired ring. Quick, simple and perfect for a fiesta!MORE+LESS-Updated May 19, 20152packets Old El Paso™ spicy taco seasoning mix3cups Colby Jack cheese, shredded1(2 crust) box Pillsbury™ Refrigerated Pie Crust1/4purple onion, finely chopped1jalapeño, diced (optional)Hide Images1Preheat oven to 350° F.

An oatmeal cookie crust topped with vanilla ice cream, caramelized apples and crunchy oatmeal cookie crumbles.MORE+LESS-Updated October 5, 2017Make withBetty Crocker CookiesCookie Crust1pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ Cookie Mix Oatmeal1/2cup (1 stick) butter, softenedIce Cream2quarts vanilla ice creamApple Mixture4large Granny Smith apples, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes4tablespoons butter, plus one more tablespoon1 1/2teaspoons apple pie spice1tablespoon all-purpose flourHide Images1COOKIE CRUST: Preheat oven to 350°F.

Perfect for fall (or anytime you crave something warm and filling), this tender slow-cooker pork gets its layers of flavor from pure maple syrup, apples and herbs.MORE+LESS-Make withProgresso Broth3to 4 lb boneless pork shoulder roast, trimmed1teaspoon ground black pepper1cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)2cups sliced yellow onions1medium unpeeled Fuji or Gala apple, cored and thinly sliced3tablespoons apple cider vinegar1cup shredded Gruyère cheese, if desired1/4cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves1tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leavesHide Images1Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.

1can (12 oz) sweetened condensed milkHide Images1Place oven rack in lower 3rd of your oven. Preheat oven to 325°F.2Meanwhile, make caramel sauce. Over medium-low heat, melt sugar, stirring often with a wooden spoon until the sugar is golden brown.3Pour caramel (melted sugar) into a baking pan. Suggestion: either an oval flan pan (about 9” round with a whole in the middle and 3” tall) or 9” square pan.

Prep 5minTotal5minServings8Tangy and sweet, this simple dressing can be made in the blender and tastes delicious drizzled on spinach and sliced apples.MORE+LESS-Ingredients1cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/2cup avocado or extra-light olive oil1carton (6 oz.) Yoplait® Original vanilla yogurtStepsHide Images1In a blender, puree cranberries, oil, yogurt, honey and onion.

Never thought of putting strawberries and balsamic together outside of a salad bowl? Think again! This colorful supper packs fresh flavor into every bite.MORE+LESS-Updated September 20, 20166boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 1/4 lb)1/2teaspoon ground black pepper6oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced2green onions, whites and greens separated, sliced on the bias16oz fresh strawberries, stemmed and halved1tablespoon balsamic vinegar4cups chopped stemmed kaleHide Images1Heat oven to 425°F.

If you haven’t already jumped on the cauliflower trend, the time has come. This creamy cauliflower soup is every bit as loaded as your favorite baked potato soup, with toppings like crumbled bacon, green onions and shredded cheese, but is a lighter version thanks to the cauliflower substitute.MORE+LESS-Make withProgresso Broth1/4cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour1carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth1medium head cauliflower, trimmed and chopped (about 7 cups)1/4teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)1cup heavy whipping cream3cups shredded Cheddar cheese (12 oz)6slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled (1/2 cup)1/2cup thinly sliced green onionsHide Images1In 4-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium heat.

Beef-stuffed tamale that is steamed, then fried, then put on a stick and served with salsa.MORE+LESS-1lb lean (at least 80 ) ground beef1packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix1can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ Chopped Green Chiles1/2cup shredded pepper jack cheeseHide Images1Brown ground beef in skillet over medium-high heat.

Three easy ingredients, one gorgeous cake! Deliciously decadent, it’s sure to become a favorite!MORE+LESS-Updated September 20, 20161(8 oz.) tub whipped toppingHide Images1Unwrap ice cream sandwiches and arrange 6 on bottom of a large jelly roll plate.2Spread about 3/4 of hot fudge on top, then arrange remaining ice cream sandwiches in a second layer atop the hot fudge.

A pretty, puckery martini with a sweet pixie stix candy rimmer. Fun and delicious!MORE+LESS-2oz guava nectar or pineapple juiceHide Images1Cut the ends of 10 to 12 pixie stix and empty them into a rimmer dish or flat round plate. The color of the rimmer will depend on how you mix the colors. Reds and oranges will give off a light, pastel color, while the blues, purples and greens create a deeper color.

A fresh Tex-Mex twist on chicken fettuccine!MORE+LESS-Updated November 25, 20161lb chicken breast, sliced1packet Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix1small green pepper, sliced thin8oz cheddar cheese, gratedFresh cilantro, for garnishHide Images1In a sturdy pot, cook fettuccine until it’s al dente in salted water.

It& 39;s everything you love about chai tea, plus a little vodka! Sweet, smooth and spicy, this cocktail will be a favorite for your holiday entertaining!MORE+LESS-1ounce prepared chai tea mix1ounce half-and-half, or milk1ounce vodka (ginger or vanilla flavored vodka is wonderful in this drink)Ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, for sprinkling on topHide Images1Pour ingredients in an ice-filled mixing glass and stir.

Don’t start your day hungry! Whip up a quick bite for two—and by quick, we mean 15 minutes fast. Good morning, sunshine.MORE+LESS-2teaspoons vegetable oil3/4cup refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes (from 20-oz bag)1/2cup shredded cheddar cheese (2 oz)1/4cup finely chopped sliced deli ham2tablespoons sliced green onionsHide Images1Heat waffle maker to 375°F or medium-high heat.

You’ve heard of beer can chicken, right? Allow us to introduce you to its sweeter cousin. This Coke™ can chicken is spicy, sweet and perfectly moist, thanks to a hidden can of soda.MORE+LESS-Updated April 21, 2017Sweet Heat Glaze31/2- to 4-lb roaster chickenHide Images1Pour contents of Coca-Cola™ can into a small pot and heat until steaming (do not boil).

A sculpted Jabba the Hutt Cake for Star Wars Day!MORE+LESS-Updated November 13, 20142Betty Crocker™ cake mixEggs, oil, and water (needed for cake mix)3tubs Betty Crocker™ Hershey& 39;sCookies ’n& 39; Creme frostingGreen, brown, and yellow icing color1teaspoon Betty Crocker™ cookie icingBlack food coloring markerHide Images1Bake both cakes in 9x13 pans according to package instructions.

Creamy, smooth peanut butter filling topped with chocolate and crunch makes for one cool dessert.MORE+LESS-1box (8.9 oz) box Nature Valley™ Crunchy Granola Bars, peanut butter flavor2tablespoons brown sugar1/4cup all-purpose flour3tablespoons melted butter1cup heavy whipping cream1/2cup confectioner’s sugar1teaspoon vanilla extract1(8 oz) tub frozen whipped topping (optional)2cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)Hide Images1Preheat oven to 350° F.

Cake2 1/3cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour1 2/3cups granulated sugar1 1/4cups mashed ripe bananas (2 1/2 medium)2/3cup butter or margarine, softened2/3cup finely chopped nuts1 1/4teaspoons baking powder1 1/4teaspoons baking sodaHide Images1Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 1 (13x9-inch) pan or 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with shortening; lightly flour.

Nothing says love like a heart-shaped pizza cupcake!MORE+LESS-1package (13.8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated classic pizza crust1/4cup pizza or pasta sauce1/2cup mozzarella cheese, shreddedToppings of choice (such as fresh spinach leaves or pepperoni slices)Hide Images1Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.