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Friday, July 9, 2010

Blueberry No-Bake Cheesecake


Blueberry No-Bake Cheesecake
By: Kraft Philadelphia

2 cups HONEY MAID graham cracker crumbs
6 Tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar, divided
4 pkg (8oz each) Neufchatel (low-fat) cream cheese, softened
½ cup blueberry preserves
Grated zest from 1 lemon
1 pkg (16oz) frozen blueberries, thawed, drained
1 tub (8oz) COOL WHIP LITE whipped topping, thawed

Mix crumbs, butter and ¼ cup sugar; press firmly onto bottom of 9x13 pan. Refrigerate while preparing filling.

Beat Neufchatel cheese and remaining ¾ cup sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add preserves and lemon zest, mix until blended. Stir in blueberries. Gently stir in whipped topping. Spoon over crust; cover.

Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm. Garnish as desired. Store leftovers in refrigerator.

***Note: to make it with fresh blueberries: place 2 cups blueberries in small bowl with 2 Tablespoons sugar; mash with fork. Add to Neufchatel cheese mixture; continue as directed***

Makes 16 servings (1 piece each)

Creamy Rice, Chicken and Spinach Dinner


Creamy Rice, Chicken and Spinach Dinner
By: Kraft Philadelphia

¼ cup KRAFT Roasted Red Pepper Italian with Parmesan Dressing
OR KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 ½ cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
4 oz Neufchatel cheese (low-fat cream cheese), cubed
1 pkg (8oz) baby spinach leaves
1 large tomato, chopped
2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Heat dressing in Dutch oven or large deep skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 minutes. Stir in broth; bring to a boil. Add rice; stir. Return to boil; cover. Simmer on medium heat for 5 minutes.

Add Neufchatel; cook 2-3 minutes or until melted, stirring frequently. Add spinach. (Pan will be full.) Cook, covered, 1 minute, or until spinach is wilted. Stir gently to mix in spinach.

Remove pan from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; top with Parmesan.

Makes 4 servings (1 ½ cups each)

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Creamy Chicken Penne


Creamy Chicken Penne
By: Kraft Philadelphia

2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
¾ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
½ cup chopped onions
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 pkg (6oz) snow peas
1 small red pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 Tablespoons butter
1 Tablespoon flour
1 ½ cups milk
4 oz cream cheese, cubed
½ cup grated Romano cheese
1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley

Cook pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, cook chicken and onions in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 6-8 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Add peas, peppers and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; cover and keep warm.

Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Stir in flour until well blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil; cook 2 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly. Add cream cheese and Romano; cook 1-2 minutes or until cream cheese is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring constantly.

Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add chicken mixture and sauce; toss to coat. Top with parsley.

Makes 4 servings (1 ½ cups each)

3-Step Strawberry Layer Cheesecake


3-Step Strawberry Layer Cheesecake
BY: Kraft Philadelphia

2 pkg (8oz each) cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
2 large eggs
¼ cup strawberry preserves
5 drops red food coloring
1 HONEY MAID graham pie crust (6oz)
1 cup thawed COOL WHIP whipped topping
4 medium strawberries, sliced

Heat oven to 350 degrees

Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs; mix just until blended. Remove 1 cup of the batter. Add preserves and food coloring; stir until well blended. Pour into crust; cover with the remaining plain batter.

Bake 40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool.

Refrigerate overnight. Top with whipped topping and strawberries just before serving. Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator.

Makes 8 servings

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes


Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes
By: Kraft Philadelphia

1 pkg (8oz) Neufchatel (low-fat) cream cheese, softened
1 pkg (3.4oz) JELL-O Strawberry Crème Flavor Instant Pudding
1 cup cold fat-free milk
2 cups (12oz) thawed COOL WHIP LITE whipped topping
24 NILLA wafers
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

Beat Neufchatel with mixer until creamy. Blend in dry pudding mix. Gradually beat in milk. Stir in Cool Whip.

Place 1 wafer on bottom of each of 24 (2 inch) paper baking cups; place in muffin pan. Cover with pudding mixture.

Freeze 1 hour. Top with berries just before serving.

Makes 4 servings ( 1 ½ cups each)

Chicken Breasts with Bacon and Sherry Vinegar

Chicken Breasts with Bacon and Sherry Vinegar
From: America's Test Kitchen- The best simple recipe's

Ingredients/Prep:
5 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Salt and Pepper
2 Shallots, minced
1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons honey
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions:
1. Cook bacon in large nonstick skillet over med-high heat until crisp, about 5 min
Transfer to paper towel-lined plate and pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from skillet.

2. Spread flour in shallow dish. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.

Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess. Cook chicken in fat in skillet until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to plate.
3. Add shallots to empty skillet and cook over medium heat until softened, about 1 minute.

Stir in 1/3 cup vinegar and simmer until syrupy, about 1 minute.
Add broth, honey, and chicken and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.

Transfer chicken to platter and tent with foil.

4. Continue to simmer sauce until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
OFF heat, whisk in butter and remaning vinegar.
Pour sauce over chicken and sprinkle with bacon- SERVE!

Penne, Chicken, and Mushrooms with Sage

Penne, Chicken, and Mushrooms with Sage
From: America's Test Kitchen- The best simple recipe's

Ingredients/Prep:
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup dried porcini mushrooms, rinsed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced thin
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon grated zest and 2 tablespoons juice from 1 lemon
salt and pepper
1 pound penne (or one package/box)
1 rotisserie chicken, skin discarded, meat shredded into bite-sized pieces (3 cups)
Directions:
1. Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot.

Meanwhile, combine 1/2 cup water and porcini in bowl and microwave, covered, until mushrooms have softened, about 1 minute.

Line fine-mesh strainer with one paper towel and strain porcini, reserving liquid.
Chop porcini fine and set aside.

2. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking.
Add cremini and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and sage and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, porcini and reserved soaking liquid and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.

3. Add 1 tablespoon salt and penne to boiling water and cook until "al dente"
Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, drain pasta, and return to pot.
Add mushroom mixture and chicken to pot and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed.

Season with Salt and Pepper, SERVE!

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Golden Garlic Bread

Golden Garlic Bread
From: Best of Taste of Home Spring 2009

Ingredients/Prep:
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 cups (12 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut in half lengthwise

Directions:
1. In a small mixing bow, beat butter and mayonnaise until blended.
Stir in the cheeses, onions, italian seasoning and garlic.
Spread over cut sides of bread.

Place in an ungreased baking sheet.

2. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until topping is lightly browned and bubbly.

Cut into 2 in. slices

Grilled Pork Cutlets with Lemon-Garlic Sauce

Grilled Pork Cutlets with Lemon-Garlic Sauce
From: America's Test Kitchen- The best simple recipe's

Ingredients/Prep:
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspons paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 garlic cloves, SLICED thin
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper
8 thin-cut boneless pork cutlets (about 1 1/2 pounds)

Directions:
1. Combine oil, paprika, sugar, pepper flakes, and garlic in bowl and microwave until bubbling, about 1 minute.

Reserve 2 tablespoons garlic oil, then whisk lemon juice and parsley into remaining oil mixture and season with salt and pepper.

2. Pat cutlets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
Rub cutlets all over with reserved garlic oil.

Grill pork over hot fire until lightly charred on first side, about 2 minutes.
Flip cutlets and grill until just cooked through, about 1 minute longer.
Transfer to platter, tent with foil, and let rest 5 minutes.
Drizzle with sauce. SERVE!

Monday, July 5, 2010

Grilled Steaks and Potatoes with Garlic Butter

Grilled Steaks and Potatoes with Garlic Butter
From: America's Test Kitchen The Best Simple Recipe's

Ingredients:
1 1/2 Pound Smail Red Potatoes, Scrubbed and Halved
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and Pepper
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
6 Garlic Cloves, minced
5 strip steaks
Cream Cheese
Sour Cream
Herb blend for cream cheese mixture
Wooden Skewers soaked in water

Directions:
1. Toss potatoes and oil in bowl and season with salt and pepper. Microwave, covered until potatoes begin to soften, 4 to 7 minutes.

2. Beat butter with fork in large bowl until light and fluffy. Mix in parsley, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste.

3. Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Grill over hot fire until well browned and cooked to desired doneness, 4-8 minutes per side. Meanwhile, skewer the potatoes and grill, starting cut side down and turning several times, until soft and grill-marked, 7-8 minutes.

4. Transfer steaks to platter and top each steak with 1 tablespoon parsley butter (you should have about 1 tablespoon butter left over) other than the 1 tablespoon- brush remaining butter on the potato skewers.

Cover the steaks with foil and let rest 5 minutes. Add steak to bowl with remaining parlsey butter and toss to coat- serve.

Stir 1/2 part cream cheese, and 1/2 part sour cream with the herb blend to have for dipping for the steaks and potatoes.

Lemon Parsley Potatoes

Lemon Parsley Potatoes
From: Best of Taste of Home Spring 2009

Ingredients/Prep:
3 pounds small red potatoes
1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:
1. With a vegetable peeler, remove a strip of peel around the middle of each potato.
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter; stir in parsley and lemon juice.
Pour over potatoes; toss to coat.

Sunday, July 4, 2010

Sun-Dried Tomato, Arugala, and Goat Cheese Pasta

Sun-Dried Tomato, Arugala, and Goat Cheese Pasta
From: America's Test Kitchen- The best simple recipe's

Ingredients/Prep:
3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, rinsed, and patted dry
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound farfalle (or one package)
salt and pepper
6 ounces baby arugala (cut into bite-size)
3/4 cup crumbled goat cheese

Directions:
1. Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot.

Meanwhile, process sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, pine nuts, vinegar, and garlic in food processor until finely ground.

With motor running, slowly add oil until incorporated.

2. Add farfalle and 1 tablespoon salt to boiling water and cook until "al dente" (done)

Take out 1 cup cooking water- THEN drain pasta, and return to pot (don’t rinse)

Add sun-dried tomato mixture and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and toss to combine.

Stir in Arugala until just wilted, adding more reserved pasta water as needed.
Season with salt and pepper.

Top with goat cheese, SERVE!

Peach-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops

Peach-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops
From: America's Test Kitchen- The best simple recipe's

Ingredients/Prep:
1 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen sliced peaches
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 Bone-in rib or center cut pork chops (8-10 ounces each) 3/4 to 1 in. thick sides slit
Salt and Pepper

Directions:
1. Simmer preserves, vinegar, thyme, and cayenne in saucepan over medium heat until reduced to 1 cup (about 3 minutes)

Take out 1/4 cup glaze mixture

Add peaches to saucepan with remaining glaze and simmer until peaches are soft and glaze is slightly thickened (about 10 minutes)

Take off heat and stir in mustard. COVER and keep warm!

2. Pat pork dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
Grill over hot fire until well browned and meat registers 145 degrees (about 6minutes per side)

Brush with reserved 1/4 cup glaze mixture and cook 1 minute longer.
Transfer to plate and let rest 5 minutes.

Pour sliced peach mixture over chops- SERVE!

Saturday, July 3, 2010

Chocolate-Covered OREO Cookie Cake


Chocolate-Covered OREO Cookie Cake
By: Kraft Philadelphia

1 pkg (2-layer size) devil’s food chocolate cake mix
4 squares BAKER’S semi-sweet chocolate
¼ cup (1/2 stick) butter
1 pkg (8oz) cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP topping
12 OREO cookies, coarsely crushed

Heat oven to 350 degrees

Prepare cake batter and bake in 2 (9 inch) round pans as directed on the package. Cool cakes in pans 10 minutes. Invert cakes onto wire racks; gently remove pans. Cool cakes completely.

Microwave chocolate and butter in a small microwaveable bowl for 2 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Cool 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Gently stir in COOL WHIP and crushed cookies. Stack cake layers on plate, spreading cream cheese mixture between layers. Spread top with chocolate glaze; let stand until firm. Keep refrigerated.

***Note: If the chocolate glaze becomes too thick, microwave 20-30 seconds or until desired consistency.

Makes 16 servings

Creamy Pasta Primavera


Creamy Pasta Primavera
By: Kraft Philadelphia

3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
2 Tablespoons KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
1 ½ cups cut up fresh asparagus (1 inch lengths)
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 oz Neufchatel cheese (low-fat cream cheese), cubed
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Cook penne in large saucepan as directed on package.

Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10-12 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Add broth and Neufchatel; cook 1 minute or until cheese is melted, stirring constantly. Stir in parmesan cheese.

Drain penne; return to pan. Add chicken mixture; toss lightly. Cook 1 minute or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)

Makes (6) 1 cup (each) servings

Friday, July 2, 2010

S’mores Cheesecake Squares


S’mores Cheesecake Squares
By: Kraft Philadelphia

18 Honey graham crackers, divided
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
4 pkg (8oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 Tablespoon vanilla
3 Tablespoons flour
4 large eggs
1 cup BAKER’S semi-sweet chocolate chunks, divided
1 cup miniature marshmallows

Heat oven to 350 degrees

Line a 9x13 baking pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Crush 14 of the graham crackers. (You should have about 2 cups crumbs). Mix crumbs, butter and 3 Tablespoons sugar; press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Coarsely chop remaining 4 grahams; set aside.

Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar and the vanilla in a large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add flour; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended. Chop ½ cup of the chocolate chunks; stir into cream cheese mixture. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup chocolate chunks, the marshmallows and reserved chopped grahams.

Bake 40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool completely. Cover. Refrigerate overnight. Remove cheesecake from the pan using foil handles before cutting into squares to serve. Store any leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Makes 32 squares

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake





Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake
Altered by Rosanna from Kraft Philadelphia Holiday Desserts

2 cups OREO cookies, crushed
6 Tablespoons butter, melted
1 pkg (14oz) KRAFT caramels
½ cup milk
1 cup chopped pecans
3 pkg (8oz each) cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 Tablespoon vanilla
3 large eggs
2 squares BAKER’S semi-sweet chocolate

Heat oven to 325 degrees

Line the bottom of your springform pan with a piece of parchment paper; trim edges on bottom.

Pulse crumbs and butter in food processor until finely mixed; press onto bottom and 2inches up sides of 9 inch springform pan (that has been lined with the parchment paper).

Microwave caramels and milk in small microwaveable bowl for 3 minutes or until caramels are completely melted; stirring after each minute. Stir in nuts; pour half into crust. Refrigerate 10 minutes. Refrigerate remaining caramel mixture for later use.

Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with electric mixer until well blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended (if you beat at a high speed, or for too long, it can cause the cheesecake to crack while baking). Pour over caramel layer in crust.

Place cheesecake in a large roasting pan. Fill the large roasting pan with HOT water until it comes up about half way on the outside of the springform pan.

Bake 1 hour 10 minutes or until center is almost set (Don’t overcook). Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake. Place on cooling rack to cool completely (if you don’t cool cheesecake completely before placing in fridge it will create condensation on the top of the cheesecake causing it to get soggy). Once cooled place in refrigerator overnight; covering top with tin foil.

Microwave reserved caramel mixture 1 minute; stir. Pour over cheesecake. Melt chocolate as directed on package (30 second intervals in microwave until melted); drizzle over cheesecake. Remove springform pan. Remove parchment paper on the bottom. The cheesecake will be heavy so take care not to break! Serve immediately. Store all leftovers, covered, in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Makes 16 servings

Tips:
*Preheating the oven: The baking time indicated in a recipe is based on using a preheated oven.
Turn the oven on when you start to mix the cheesecake ingredients. This should allow enough time for the oven heat to the correct temperature for when you are ready to place the cheesecake in the oven to bake. Unless otherwise indicated, always bake cheesecake in the center of the middle oven rack.

*While adding ingredients, do not overbeat the cheesecake batter. Too much air beaten into the batter will result in a cheesecake that sinks in the center and can cause cracks on the top when cooled.

*Place springform pan in a water bath: Place the filled springform pan in the middle of a roasting pan (with large sides) and place just enough HOT water to the middle of the springform pan. Cooking in a water bath helps to evenly distribute the heat and will add much needed moisture so the cheesecake doesn’t dry out while cooking.

Monday, June 28, 2010

Strawberry Cheesecake Torte


Strawberry Cheesecake Torte
By: Doris Christopher

1 pkg (16oz) pound cake mix
½ cup water
1 pkg (3oz) strawberry gelatin
¼ cup seedless strawberry jam
1 lemon
1 pkg (8oz) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup cold milk
1 container (12oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 pkg (3.4oz) cheesecake instant pudding and pie filling
1 kiwi, peeled, sliced and halved
1 cup hulled and sliced strawberries

Preheat oven to 400 degrees

Line BAR pan with 13 inch piece of parchment paper. Prepare cake mix according to package directions; pour into BAR pan, spreading evenly. Bake 15-18 minutes; cool 10 minutes. Carefully lift cake onto cooling rack; cool completely.

In a microwavable container microwave water 1-2 minutes or until boiling. Add gelatin; stir until dissolved. Add jam; whisk until smooth. Invert cake onto smooth side of a large cutting board; remove parchment paper. Prick cake at ½ inch intervals using a fork. Brush cake evenly with all but 2 Tablespoons of the gelatin mixture. Trim ¼ inch around edge of cake; discard edges. Cut cake crosswise into 3 equal layers.

Zest lemon; set zest aside. Juice lemon to measure 2 Tablespoons of juice. In a large batter bowl, combine cream cheese and lemon juice; whisk until smooth. Add milk; whisk until smooth. Spoon whipped topping over cream cheese mixture. (Do not mix.) Sprinkle with pudding mix; mix well. (Mixture will be VERY thick).

Place one cake layer on Oval platter. Fill a large Ziploc bag with filling mixture. Snip tip with scissors. Pipe a straight border around edge of cake layer. Using a large scoop, place 4 scoops of filling down the center; spread evenly to border. Top with second cake layer. Repeat filling as above. For third layer, pipe a decorative border around edge. Spread any remaining filling down center.

Arrange kiwi on top of cake. Place strawberries and reserved gelatin mixture in a small mixing bowl; mix gently. (If gelatin mixture has set, microwave for 5-10 seconds or until softened.) Spoon strawberries over top of cake; sprinkle with reserved lemon zest.

Yields 16 servings

Luscious Lemon Angel Roll

Luscious Lemon Angel Roll

Sponge Cake:
5 eggs, separated
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup cold water
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 ½ cup flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cream of tarter

Angel Roll Filling:
¾ cup powdered sugar, divided
1 pkg (8oz) cream cheese, softened
1 lemon
7 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
1 container (8oz) Cool Whip, thawed, divided
1 jar (11.75oz) strawberry ice cream topping
Powdered sugar for garnish
12 fresh whole strawberries for garnish

To make the sponge cake:
Beat the egg yolks until they turn creamy and a much lighter shade of yellow.

Add the sugar and blend it well into the yolks. Add the water and vanilla and combine well with the yolks mixture. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt and add it to the yolk mixture. Mix well until batter is smooth.

In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until smooth, then add the cream of tartar. Continue beating until the whites are stiff and form peaks. Fold the egg whites into the batter and mix slowly just until well combined (use a wooden spoon). Pour the batter into a parchment paper lined BAR pan (11x17).

Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes, just until a light brown color. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes. Transfer to cooling rack, remove parchment paper from cake.

Assembling the roll:
Sprinkle ½ cup powdered sugar over cake. Place a piece of wax paper over cake. Place a cooling rack upside down over the wax paper and carefully turn cake out at once. Roll up cake in wax paper as for a jelly roll. Cool completely in the fridge.

Unroll cake, discard wax paper. Spread cake with ¼ cup ice cream topping.

Angel Roll Filling:
Combine cream cheese and the remaining ¼ cup powdered sugar; mix well. Zest whole lemon, juice lemon. Add zest and lemon juice to cream cheese mixture; combine well. Add food coloring (if desired); mix well. Fold in 1 cup cool whip.

Gently spread over ice cream topping; re-roll cake. Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar. Slice roll with knife. Serve with remaining cool whip and fresh strawberries. Store covered in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Serves 12

Sunday, June 27, 2010

White and Gold Pizza


White and Gold Pizza
By: Kraft Philadelphia

3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 lb frozen pizza dough, thawed
1 large garlic clove, minced
4oz cream cheese, softened
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Romano cheese
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper

Heat oven to 425 degrees

Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook 15-20 minutes or until tender and golden brown, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, place pizza dough on lightly floured baking sheet; pat to 12x16 inch rectangle. Mix garlic and remaining oil; spread onto dough. Bake 10 minutes.

Spread cream cheese onto crust; top with remaining cheeses, onions and crushed pepper. Bake 10-12 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

Makes 6 servings