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Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1 garlic clove, minced1 cup reduced-fat sour cream3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 teaspoon ground coriander1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided2 cups coarsely chopped real or imitation crabmeat8 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed1/2 cup chopped tomato1/2 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup chopped ripe olives Preparation In a large saucepan, cook onion in butter over medium heat until tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon sesame oil1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauceSALAD:2 cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed1/2 pound uncooked Japanese soba noodles or whole wheat linguini1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix1 cup shredded carrots1 cup thinly sliced green onions3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted...

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract36 vanilla wafers3 medium ripe bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slicesMERINGUE:2 large egg whites, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar3 tablespoons sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine sugar and flour. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly....

Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes3 tablespoons butter, softened2/3 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon minced garlic3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseOptional: Paprika and chopped green onions Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning once. When cool enough to handle, cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. In a large bowl, mash the pulp with butter....

Ingredients 2 cups half-and-half cream3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons canned pumpkin1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractWhipped cream and additional pumpkin pie spice Preparation In a small saucepan, combine cream, sugar, pumpkin and pie spice; cook and stir over medium heat until blended and heated through. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Top servings with whipped cream and additional pie spice.

Ingredients 2 yellow summer squash2 medium zucchini1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli1 cup ricotta cheese1 large egg1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1 jar (24 ounces) marinara or spaghetti sauce10 fresh basil leaves, divided3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Using a vegetable peeler, cut squash and zucchini into very thin lengthwise strips. In a Dutch oven, cook ravioli according to package directions, adding vegetable strips during last 3 minutes of cooking....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups milk1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce3 jars (15 ounces each) white onions, drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas1/2 cup sliced blanched almonds3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheesePaprika Preparation In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in flour, mustard and salt; cook and stir until bubbly. Stir in milk and Worcestershire sauce; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons half-and-half cream8 large eggs1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon2 tablespoons butter Minced chives, optional Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and cream until smooth. Beat in eggs, Parmesan cheese, lemon pepper and salt. Stir in bacon. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture; cook and stir until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups Burgundy wine, divided1/4 cup olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons pepper, divided1 teaspoon salt, divided4 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes8 bacon strips, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, divided1 tablespoon tomato paste1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 cup beef brothHot cooked noodles, optional Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1 cup wine, oil, 1 teaspoon pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt....

Ingredients 3 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix1 package white cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries1 cup white baking chips1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup pistachios, chopped Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Transfer to a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions, folding cherries into batter. Pour into slow cooker....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 lb. oyster mushrooms 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 lb. shiitake mushrooms 1 lb. cremini mushrooms 6 shallots 4 clove garlic 2 dried chile de arbol peppers 1/2 lemon 1 lb. dried buckwheat soba noodles 1 c. loosely packed mint leaves Preparation Step 1Note: Cooking each type of mushroom separately helps them caramelize. To add extra heat to this dish, tear the chile de arbol peppers in half to release their seeds....

Ingredients 1 whole garlic bulb1 medium green pepper, quartered1 medium onion, quartered1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves1 plum tomato, quartered Preparation Separate and peel garlic cloves. Place garlic and remaining ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week. May also be frozen in small portions in resealable freezer bags for up to 1 month.

Ingredients 1 round loaf sourdough bread (1-1/2 pounds) 1/2 cup honey mustard salad dressing4 slices sharp cheddar cheese1/3 pound thinly sliced deli ham4 slices smoked provolone cheese1/3 pound thinly sliced deli smoked turkey1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation Prepare campfire or grill for low heat. Cut a thin slice off top of bread loaf. Hollow out bottom of loaf, leaving a 1/2-in.-thick shell (save removed bread for another use). Spread dressing on inside of hollowed loaf and under the bread top....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil2 medium carrots, chopped2 medium celery ribs, chopped1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed2 quarts chicken stock1 cup soft bread crumbs1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning1 large egg1 pound ground chicken1-1/2 cups acini di pepe pasta2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1/4 teaspoon saltCubed avocado and sour cream Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots, celery and corn; cook until tender. Stir in stock. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chili powder1/4 cup onion powder2 tablespoons ground cumin2 tablespoons ground coriander2 tablespoons dried oregano2 tablespoons dried basil1 tablespoon dried thyme1 tablespoon garlic powder Preparation Combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container. Use as a seasoning for cooked vegetables, grilled meats or chip dips.

Ingredients 3 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced6 ounces swordfish steak, cut into six pieces4 sea scallops4 uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined2 bacon strips, halved1 small sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 small green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 small onion, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup cubed fresh pineapple Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup finely chopped sweet yellow pepper1/4 cup finely chopped green onions1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg1 tablespoon waterOptional: Minced fresh parsley and seafood seasoning Preparation Preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 8 large eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup salsa, divided1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 whole wheat English muffins, split and toasted1/4 cup reduced-fat spreadable cream cheese1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1/2 small limeReduced-fat sour cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk eggs, salt and pepper. Place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Pour in egg mixture; cook and stir until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) chocolate wafers1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons instant espresso powder1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup Kahlua (coffee liqueur)2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons instant espresso powder4 large eggs, lightly beatenTOPPING:1/2 cup hot caramel ice cream topping1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 2 cups Honey-Nut Cheerios2 cups chow mein noodles1 cup honey-roasted peanuts1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup holiday milk chocolate M&M’s1/2 cup peanut butter chips1/2 cup vanilla or white chips Preparation In two wide-mouth quart jars, layer all of the ingredients. Cover jars. Decorate with fabric and ribbon. To serve, pour into a bowl and stir to combine.