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Ingredients 1 large sweet potato, cubed1 small onion, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) enchilada sauce12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided Optional: Cubed avocado, sour cream, salsa, minced cilantro and hot sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 4 medium baking potatoes2 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt1/4 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes Preparation With a sharp knife, slice potatoes thinly but not all the way through, leaving slices attached at bottom. Fan potatoes slightly. Place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with butter. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and salt....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 pound bulk pork sausage1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 cup frozen corn1/4 cup canned diced jalapeno peppers1/4 cup chili powder1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped1 teaspoon salt Optional toppings: Sour cream, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and crushed tortilla chips Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef, sausage and onion over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until beef and sausage are no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking beef and sausage into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2 whole garlic bulb1 tablespoon olive oil, divided4-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter, cubed2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups 2% milk1-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese, dividedDash ground nutmegHot cooked pastaChopped tomato and minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut tops off of garlic bulbs; brush bulbs with half the oil....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1/2 pound fresh green or wax beans, trimmed1 cup thinly sliced radishes1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Preparation In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add beans; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add radishes; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in sugar and salt; sprinkle with nuts.

Ingredients Roasted turkey drippingsChicken broth or water1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Pour turkey drippings and loosened browned bits into a measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 1/4 cup; set aside. Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 2 cups. In a small saucepan, heat reserved fat. Stir in flour and seasonings until smooth. Gradually stir in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1/4 lb. Vermicelli 1 c. plus 3 tablespoons canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 3 scallions including green tops 1/4 tsp. salt 1 lb. boneless 1 tbsp. chopped fresh ginger 4 cloves garlic 2 tbsp. tahini (sesame-seed paste) 1 tbsp. Asian sesame oil 2 tsp. sugar 2 1/2 tbsp. Cooking oil tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 3 tbsp. soy sauce 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 Cucumbers Preparation Step 1In a pot of boiling, salted water, cook the vermicelli until just done, about 9 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups coleslaw mix1/2 medium red onion, chopped (about 2/3 cup) 1/8 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup coleslaw salad dressingSANDWICHES:1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds) 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/4 cup water 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 small onion, diced1 cup barbecue sauce12 slider buns or dinner rolls, split Preparation Combine coleslaw, onion, celery seed and pepper. Add salad dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 1 package (32 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1 egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 can (15-1/2 ounces) sloppy joe sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, soup, egg, salt and pepper. Spread into a lightly greased 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 medium onion, finely chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons ground cumin2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth1 teaspoon olive oil1 cup fresh or frozen cornDash pepperMinced fresh cilantro Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are softened. Puree soup using an immersion blender, or cool soup slightly and puree in batches in a blender....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 medium butternut squash (about 4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 medium), cut into 3/4-inch pieces2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper5 to 6 cups chicken or vegetable brothSour cream, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; saute until tender, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 cup chopped zucchini1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons canola oil1-1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed1/2 cup salsa1/4 cup ranch salad dressing2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken, zucchini, red pepper and onion in oil for 6-8 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (2-1/2 pounds)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup white vinegar3 tablespoons tomato puree1 tablespoon poppy seeds1 bay leaf2-1/4 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon ground clovesHot cooked egg noodles Preparation Place roast in a 5-qt....

Ingredients 6 cups chicken broth1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons butter3 cups uncooked arborio rice1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powderDash cayenne pepper1/4 cup apple cider or juice1 large pear, peeled and chopped1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperChopped chives, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, red pepper and garlic in butter until tender, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 pounds fresh plums, pitted and quartered1 small onion, quartered1 garlic clove, peeled3-1/2 cups sugar2 cups cider vinegar1 tablespoon ground ginger1 tablespoon ground mustard1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a blender or food processor, process the plums, onion and garlic in batches until smooth. Transfer to a Dutch oven. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until reduced by a third, 60-90 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds yellow summer squash, sliced1 large sweet onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt8 flour tortillas (8 inches)1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, saute squash and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic, pepper and salt; cook 1 minute longer. Spoon onto tortillas. Top with cheese and sprinkle with parsley. Fold in sides....

Ingredients 1/2 c. diced fresh strawberries 1/2 c. good champagne (sweet rosé champagne suggested) 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 8 tbsp. unsalted butter (European style recommended) 1 3/4 c. sugar 2 large eggs 2 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 vanilla bean 1 1/4 c. whole milk 16 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 c. confectioner’s sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. whole milk...

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)1 small onion, finely chopped1/3 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons water3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon ground ginger3 cups hot cooked rice Preparation Place pork chops in a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the onion, ketchup, brown sugar, water, soy sauce, garlic and ginger. Pour over chops. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and shredded1-1/2 cups shredded peeled apples1-1/2 cups sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained6 large eggs, lightly beaten6 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons pepper3/4 cup canola oilOptional: Sour cream and chopped green onions Preparation In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, apples, sauerkraut and eggs. Combine the flour, salt and pepper; stir into potato mixture. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)4 thin slices fully cooked ham4 thin slices Swiss cheese3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon paprika1/3 cup butter1/2 cup white grape juice1 chicken bouillon cube1 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon cornstarch Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Top each with a slice of ham and cheese; fold to fit. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour and paprika....