3 ounce cream cheese, softened ¼ cup butter, softened 2 cup powdered sugar, plus 1/2 - 1 cup additional 1 tablespoon cherry liqueur or milk

2 large red sweet peppers, halved lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed, flattened 1 cup day old crusty bread, cubed ¾ cup chopped fresh tomato (1 large) ⅓ cup sliced natural almonds, toasted 3 tablespoon sherry vinegar 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon smoked Spanish or regular paprika ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper ¼ cup olive oil

How to Grow Chinese Ground Orchid Chinese ground orchid thrives in organically rich, moist soil that is drains well. A part-shade location is ideal, although Chinese ground orchid will grow in full shade. Chinese ground orchid grows well in light, humus-rich soil such as found in the forest. Mimic this nutrient-rich environment by augmenting the soil in the selected planting location with a 4- to 6-inch-layer of well-decomposed compost. See more shade-loving perennial plants!...

1 cup semisweet chocolate pieces 4 teaspoon shortening Extra Festive White Chocolate-Peppermint Frosting 6 ounce white baking chocolate, chopped 1 cup butter, softened 2 ½ cup powdered sugar ¼ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon peppermint extract ¼ teaspoon salt ⅓ cup crushed candy canes

1 cup whipping cream 2 tablespoon sugar ¼ teaspoon almond extract

Mocha Ice Cream Bars Prepare as directed, except use coffee ice cream, chopped bittersweet chocolate, and finely chopped chocolate-covered coffee beans.Nutrition analysis per bar: 471 calories, 6 g protein, 57 g carbohydrate, 30 g total fat (17 g sat. fat), 17 mg cholesterol, 5 g fiber, 41 g total sugar, 8% Vitamin A, 0% Vitamin c, 54 mg sodium, 9% calcium, 22% iron Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bars Prepare as directed, except use chocolate ice cream, white baking chips, and finely chopped chocolate sandwich cookies with white filling....

To Store: Store mix in jar in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month.

½ cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 2 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons snipped fresh flat-leaf parsley plus 1-1/2 teaspoons dried coriander, crushed ½ teaspoon finely shredded orange peel 1 teaspoon orange juice

1 cup powdered sugar 1 tablespoon bourbon 2 teaspoon milk

To Store: Layer cookies between sheets of waxed paper in an airtight container; cover. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze uncoated cookies for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw cookies, if frozen. Shake cookies in powdered sugar as directed.

Here’s how it works: Grab a few rocks from your backyard, some paint, and a brush, then let the creative juices flow! If crafts aren’t normally your thing, you can order a painting kit online to start decorating. This Rock Painting Kit, ($15, Target), comes with rocks, paints, and brushes, so you can get started without scouring your home for supplies. Once your rocks are painted (and totally dry), leave them outside where people will see them as they walk past....