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Ingredients 6 duck breast halves with skin (5 ounces each)1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup white wine1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup cold water3 teaspoons cornstarchHot cooked rice Preparation Pat duck breasts dry with paper towel; using a sharp knife, score fat to create a tight diamond pattern. Working in batches, place duck breasts, fat sides down, into a cold skillet....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 jar (24 ounces) salsa1 cup water1 small onion, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 envelope taco seasoning1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation Sprinkle roast with garlic salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown roast on all sides. Transfer meat to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine salsa, water, onion, jalapeno and taco seasoning; pour over roast....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 c. whole milk 1/4 c. heavy cream 1/4 lb. smoked Gouda cheese 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika (optional) 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk over moderately high heat for 30 seconds. Add the milk and bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Cook over moderate heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, 4 to 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup buttermilkMOCHA ICING:3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa6 tablespoons strong brewed coffee6 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extractToasted whole or chopped almonds, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 c. fat-free plain Greek yogurt 1 tbsp. hot paprika 1 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. ground allspice 2 clove garlic 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 lb. trimmed lean leg of lamb 1 lb. small zucchini Warmed pita bread Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt with the paprika, cumin, allspice, garlic, and the 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 cup plain yogurt1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup Miracle Whip Light2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drainedAssorted crackers or baked tortilla chip scoops Preparation In a large saucepan over low heat, combine the first 9 ingredients. Cook and stir until cream cheese is melted....

Ingredients 1 bag baby spinach 2 slice white sandwich bread 1/4 c. milk 1 large egg 2 tbsp. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 2 tbsp. pine nuts 2 tbsp. Chopped red onion 1 lb. sweet or hot Italian sausage salt Freshly ground black pepper 8 small Italian frying peppers 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 c. canned tomato sauce 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth Preparation Step 1In a very large skillet, cook the spinach over high heat just until wilted, about 1 minute....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar4-1/2 teaspoons meringue powder1/3 to 1/2 cup water1/4 teaspoon almond extract, optional Black, orange and brown paste food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 25 pounds beef stew meat5 pounds onions, diced (about 16 cups)2 bunches celery, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 14 cups)About 5 quarts water1/2 cup browning sauce, optional1/4 cup salt3 tablespoons garlic powder3 tablespoons dried thyme3 tablespoons seasoned salt2 tablespoons pepper12 bay leaves15 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 16 cups)10 pounds carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 24 cups)10 cups frozen peas10 cups frozen corn4 cups all-purpose flour3 to 4 cups milk...

Ingredients 1 pound small red potatoes2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons honey mustard1 tablespoon white vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 pound smoked turkey sausage, halved and sliced1 small onion, chopped Preparation Scrub potatoes; place in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the oil, honey mustard, vinegar and seasonings....

Ingredients 3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced shallot1 cup orange juice1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon ground ancho chile pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 salmon fillet (1 pound)2 teaspoons canola oil2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a small saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute garlic and shallot until tender. Add orange juice and vinegar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 1/4 cup, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 10-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4-1/4 cups sugar, divided1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon baking powder4 teaspoons salt1 cup cold butter, cubed3 cups heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups water8 quarts fresh strawberries, slicedWhipped cream or ice cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, 2-1/4 cups sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in cream and water just until moistened. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped sweet onion3 green onions, sliced1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons minced garlic3/4 cup frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 cup cubed cooked chicken1 package (3 ounces) chicken ramen noodles2 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onions and mushrooms in oil. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 to 4 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved8 pitted ripe olives, halvedLettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Add the mushrooms, tomatoes and olives; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl....

Ingredients 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed5 medium carrots, sliced1 medium turnip, peeled and cubed1 large onion, cut into thin wedgesCooking spray6 slices (4 to 6 ounces each) fully cooked ham, halved1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon prepared horseradish1 teaspoon grated orange zestCoarsely ground pepper Preparation Grease two 15x10x1-in. baking pans with cooking spray. Add potatoes, carrots, turnip and onion; generously coat with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425° until tender, 25-30 minutes....

Ingredients 12 Nutter Butter peanut butter sandwich cookies1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted12 miniature marshmallows12 pretzel sticks Preparation Place cookies on a wire rack over a large piece of waxed paper. Drizzle chocolate over cookies in a crisscross pattern to create snowshoes. Let stand until chocolate has hardened. For ski poles, thread a marshmallow on one end of each pretzel stick. Serve a set of poles with a pair of snowshoes....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 cup sour creamTOPPING:6 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; stir in cheese....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg1 cup sour cream1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltFROSTING:1 cup butter, softened9 cups confectioners’ sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract2/3 to 3/4 cup 2% milkPaste food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 large egg white1 tablespoon water1 package (16 ounces) walnut halves2/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground ginger3/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground coriander Preparation Preheat oven to 275°. In a bowl, beat egg white and water until foamy. Add walnuts. In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Add nut mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to greased baking sheets. Bake until toasted and crisp, 45-50 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes....

Ingredients 4 whole broccoli stems 3 tbsp. peanut butter 2 tbsp. Sriracha 1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 tbsp. cold water 1/4 tsp. kosher salt Pinch MSG (optional) 1/8 tsp. ground white pepper Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish Preparation Step 1Trim the tough ends of each broccoli stem and peel off fibrous outer layers. Using a sharp knife, slice broccoli stems into desired noodle shapes....