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Ingredients 1 cup shortening2 cups sugar2 large eggs1 cup sour cream1 cup hot brewed coffee1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powderFILLING:1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup 2% milk1 cup shortening2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the sour cream, coffee and vanilla....

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 4 ounces each)1 cup sliced carrots1 medium green pepper, cut into strips1 medium onion, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed golden mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup water1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon rubbed sageHot cooked noodles or rice Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown pork chops on both sides. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute the carrots, green pepper and onion until crisp-tender, stirring to loosen any browned bits from pan....

Ingredients 2 small red potatoes, cubed1 tablespoon butter1 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/8 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepperGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine potatoes and enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute zucchini with garlic salt until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 garlic clove, minced10 uncooked manicotti shells1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce3/4 cup water Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, egg, oregano and garlic; stuff into uncooked manicotti shells....

Ingredients 3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 to 3 teaspoons minced garlic1 tablespoon seasoned bread crumbs1/3 cup butter, cubed Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute the mushrooms, garlic and bread crumbs in butter until mushrooms are tender, 3-5 minutes.

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken, cut up (3 to 4 pounds)3 tablespoons olive oil, dividedSalt and pepper to taste1 pound potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces8 fresh mushrooms, quartered2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces1 leek, cut into 1/2-inch slices24 frozen pearl onions2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried rosemary1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried sage1 cup frozen peas1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/4 cup butter, cubed6 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 cups chicken broth1 package (17....

Ingredients 1 package (.8 ounce) sugar-free cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free lemon gelatin2-1/3 cups water1/3 cup lemon juice1 reduced-fat graham cracker crust (9 inches)1-1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping Preparation In a small saucepan, combine pudding mix and gelatin. Add water and lemon juice; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage2 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-in. cubes 1 large onion, finely chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped2 cups fresh spinach1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1 pound deli ham, cubed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese12 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 3 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon each ground cumin, seasoned salt and pepper1/2 teaspoon each white pepper, ground chipotle pepper and paprika1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup chicken broth9 cups torn romaineOptional toppings: Sliced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped tomato or halved cherry tomatoes, sliced green onions and salad dressing of your choice Preparation Mix seasonings; rub over chicken. Place in a 3-qt....

Ingredients 13 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided3 cups cornmeal1 medium onion, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves2 teaspoons salt1 cup half-and-half cream1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon pepperAdditional shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine 12 cups broth, cornmeal, onion, garlic, bay leaves and salt. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours, until liquid is absorbed and polenta is creamy. Remove bay leaves. Stir in cream, cheese, butter, pepper and remaining broth....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked tricolor spiral pasta1/4 pound cubed deli smoked turkey1 cup (4 ounces) cubed Monterey Jack cheese1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced and halved1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 green onion, thinly sliced3 tablespoons sour cream2 tablespoons mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons 2% milk1 teaspoon honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustardDash pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a serving bowl, combine the pasta, turkey, cheese, cucumber, red pepper and onion....

Ingredients 3 cups Crispix cereal1/2 cup salted peanuts1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup corn syrup1/4 cup peanut butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine cereal and peanuts; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine brown sugar and corn syrup. Microwave until sugar is dissolved, 30-60 seconds, stirring several times. Immediately stir in peanut butter until smooth. Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper....

Ingredients 2 cups coleslaw mix2 cups shredded yellow summer squash2 medium Asian or Bosc pears, chopped1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons rice vinegar1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon finely chopped crystallized ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups frozen pepper strips, thawed1 small red onion, thinly sliced1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 cup Asian toasted sesame salad dressing12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro...

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped leek (white portion only)1/2 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup shredded Asiago cheese4 eggs1 cup egg substitute1/4 cup fat-free milk1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes Preparation In small bowl, combine leek and asparagus. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cups cooked rice1-1/4 cups cooked bulk pork sausage (1/2 pound uncooked)1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions4 eggs3/4 cup milk1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, combine rice, cooked sausage and onions; heat through. In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, oregano, salt and pepper; add to rice mixture. Cook and stir until the eggs are completely set.

Ingredients 1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups milk4 medium red potatoes, halved and thinly sliced (3-1/2 to 4 cups)1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place sausage in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside. Place butter in a 2-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Heat on high for 45-60 seconds or until melted....

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork chops Coarse salt Freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. safflower oil 1 lemon Preparation Step 1Generously season pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Let stand for 30 minutes.Step 2Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Heat enough oil to coat the bottom of a large ovenproof skillet (1 to 2 tablespoons) over medium-high heat. Blot excess moisture off pork chops with paper towels. Sear 2 pork chops on 1 side until crusts are golden, 4 to 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb1/4 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar1 large egg1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecansSAUCE:3/4 to 1 cup sugar1/2 cup water4 cups cubed fresh rhubarb (1-inch)Dash ground cinnamon, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease an 8-in. square baking pan. In a heatproof bowl, cover rhubarb with boiling water; let stand 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup beer or beef broth4 teaspoons ketchup1 tablespoon brown sugar2 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (3/4 in. thick and 7 ounces each)1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation Mix beer, ketchup and brown sugar. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown chops on both sides. Add beer mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 1-2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) pork sausage links5 medium apples, (about 1-1/4 pounds), peeled and quartered3 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a heavy 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook sausages over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes; drain. Add apple wedges. Sprinkle with brown sugar, lemon juice and salt. Cover and cook over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until apples are tender and sausages are fully cooked....