Caramel Brownies1 cup all purpose flour1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups granulated sugar3/4 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)4 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chocolate covered caramels (about

Sylvia`s Smothered Pork ChopsAlthough the menu at Sylvia`s now offers things like grilled salmon, the old dishes are still the staples. This recipe. from "Sylvia`s Soul Food," calls for shoulder chops, but we tested it with pork loin chops. You could also halve the meat and vegetables,

Boston Cream Pie4 (18.25 ounce) boxes yellow cake mix11 cups cold milk 4 (5.1 ounce) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix64 ounces hot fudge topping, warmed 96 maraschino cherries (optional)Prepare cake mixes according to package directions. Bake in four greased 13 x

White and Black Beans with Onions and Peppers19% calorie reduction from traditional recipe1 cup finely chopped red onions 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil 1/3 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup chopped red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pe

Roasted Seasoned Corn1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons seasoning blend8 ears corn, husks and silk removedAbout 35 minutes before serving, prepare outdoor grill for barbecuing.Mix butter and seasoning blend. Spread each ear of corn evenly with 1 tablespoon season

Kansas City SauceLiquid smoke flavoring recreates the flavor of authentic pit barbecue. Use this sauce for beef, pork or chicken.1/2 cup vegetable oil1 onion, finely chopped1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped2 teaspoons minced garlic1 (16 ounce) bottle catsup (2

Cucumber Jell O Salad1 small box lime Jell o3/4 cup hot water1/4 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon onion juice or few drops garlic juice1/2 cup Miracle Whip salad dressing1 cup peeled and seeded cucumber, minced or small dicePrepare Jell o, then add lemon juice an

Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk2 cups instant nonfat dry milk1 1/2 cups granulated sugar2/3 cup boiling water6 tablespoons sweet butter, melted and slightly cooledMix dry milk and sugar together and then slowly add the boiling water. Stir in melted butter. Whip in

Marshmallow Banana Pie3 bananas1 (9 inch) baked pastry shell or    baked graham cracker crust1 package instant vanilla pudding2 cups miniature marshmallowsSlice bananas into the pastry shell. Prepare pie filling according to package directions. Pour

Butterscotch Almond Popcorn12 ounces butterscotch chips 4 cups popped corn 2 cups slivered almonds In a 1 quart microwave safe measuring cup, microwave butterscotch chips on HIGH power for 3 minutes, stirring after each minute, until melted and smooth. Pour over popcorn an

Northern France Seasoning10 teaspoons dried tarragon 1 1/4 teaspoons powdered bay leaf 5 teaspoons dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 10 teaspoons dried chervilGrind all ingredients to a fine powder in a high speed coffee mill. Finely sieve into a container, th

Sopa de Queso (Cheese Soup)1 onion, minced2 roasted green chiles, diced with skins and seeds    removed or 1 (3 ounce) can diced green chiles3 fresh tomatoes (or canned)3 raw potatoes, diced1 pound longhorn cheese, grated1 clove garlic or 1/3 teaspo

Baked Sweet Potato FriesNonstick spray coating4 small sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted1/4 teaspoon seasoned saltDash ground nutmegSpray a 15 x 10 x 1 inch baking pan with nonstick coating. Scrub potatoes; cut lengthwise into qu