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Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped carrot1 tablespoon butter1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2/3 cup cubed cooked chicken1/2 cup cauliflowerets1/2 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup torn fresh spinach1/8 teaspoon pepperSeasoned salad croutons, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and carrot in butter for 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the broth, chicken, cauliflower, beans and macaroni. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked brown rice1-1/2 cups water1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1 cup salsa1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup chopped red onion1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend Preparation In a small saucepan, bring rice and water to a boil....

Ingredients 5-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled butternut squash1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 cup heavy whipping cream2 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the squash, salt, pepper, nutmeg and 1 tablespoon oil; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; pour cream over top. Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups whole milk1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings in pan with cooked sausage. Stir in flour. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in pepper.

Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked fettuccine1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup white wine or additional broth1 tablespoon lemon juice6 sea scallops (about 3/4 pound)2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add red pepper, garlic, lemon zest and pepper flakes; cook and stir 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup whole wheat flour2 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon salt5 to 6 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons sesame seeds Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add sugar and oil; mix well. Stir in whole wheat flour; let stand until the mixture bubbles, about 5 minutes. In a small bowl, beat eggs and water....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 tablespoon canola oil3 cups shredded lettuce1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1 cup shredded red cabbage1 small red onion, chopped2 medium carrots, shredded1 cup diced fully cooked ham, optional1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack or Monterey Jack cheese1 cup Miracle Whip1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup chopped green onions, divided1 tablespoon spicy brown or horseradish mustard1 teaspoon sugarSalt and pepper to taste...

Ingredients 1 package (14.3 ounces) Oreo cookies1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips, melted15 mini Oreo cookies (1.5 ounces)30 Rolo candies, unwrapped (6.5 ounces)Assorted sprinkles for eyes, nose and mouth Preparation Pulse cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Add cream cheese; pulse just until blended. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets....

Ingredients 1/4 cup lemon juice1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/3 cup milk1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom6 very firm bananas, halved lengthwise3 cups cornflakes crumbs5 to 6 pounds chicken pieces3/4 cup butter, melted, dividedSliced kiwifruit and starfruit, optional Preparation In a food processor or blender, blend the lemon juice, condensed milk, milk, coconut and cardamom until smooth. Pour into a bowl. Dip bananas into milk mixture; roll in cornflakes and set aside....

Ingredients 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1/2 cup water1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons pickled jalapeno slices1 garlic clove, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 slices whole wheat bread, toasted12 slices deli ham6 slices Monterey Jack cheese2 teaspoons white vinegar6 large eggs Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place first 10 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips, diced1/2 pound ground beef2 celery ribs, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper4 ounces spaghetti or angel hair pasta, cooked and drained Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. In the drippings, cook the beef, celery, onion, mushrooms and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients salt 1 lb. spaghettini or vermicelli (see Tip) 5 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 10 clove garlic 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper 1 c. freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino Romano cheese (optional) Preparation Step 1Bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil in an 8-quart pot over high heat. Stir the spaghettini into the boiling water. Return to a boil, stirring frequently. Cook the pasta, semi-covered, stirring occasionally, until tender but still very firm, about 6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 serrano pepper, halved and seeded1-1/2 cups vegetable broth1/4 cup orange juice1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric1 cup quinoa, rinsed1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon dairy-free spreadable margarine1 large onion, chopped1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped Brazil nuts, divided2 bay leaves1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed7 garlic cloves, minced1 medium orange, sectioned and chopped3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt...

Ingredients 1 cup canola oil2/3 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2-1/2 pounds boneless lean pork, beef, lamb, venison, chicken or turkey, cut into 1-1/2-to 2-inch cubesItalian rolls or hot dog buns Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, onion and seasonings; add meat. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 24 hours, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1/2 cup minced fresh gingerroot1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup dry red wine or beef broth2 garlic cloves, minced1 beef flank steak (1-1/4 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch strips1 package (3 ounces) thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into 1/2-inch strips2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSAUCE:2/3 cup cream cheese, softened1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 1 cup teriyaki sauce1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar6 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined1 pound whole fresh mushrooms2 large green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium onions, halved and quartered1 pint cherry tomatoes1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 cup water, divided1 cup unsweetened apple juice2/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground cloves2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled2 cups strawberry yogurt2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional1/4 cup sour cream2 tablespoons milk Preparation In a large saucepan, combine 3/4 cup water, apple juice, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Place strawberries and remaining water in a blender; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch2 cups crushed strawberries Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 garlic clove, minced1 package (4.9 ounces) scalloped potatoes3 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 cup half-and-half cream1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons Dijon mustardPaprika, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook sausage and garlic until sausage is lightly browned, about 6 minutes. Stir in the contents of the potato and sauce packets....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup blue cheese salad dressing2 tablespoons Buffalo wing sauce1 tablespoon lemon juice8 ounces frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed and coarsely chopped6 ounces imitation crabmeat, finely chopped1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drainedBaked pita chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 6 ingredients; fold in shrimp, crab and pimientos. Bake until bubbly, 30-35 minutes. Serve with pita chips....