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Ingredients 6 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups fat-free cottage cheese4 large eggs1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes3/4 teaspoon salt6 large egg whites1-1/2 cups fat-free milk Preparation Layer three phyllo sheets in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, lightly spraying the top of each sheet with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, 2 eggs, parsley flakes and salt; spread over phyllo dough....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh baby spinach3/4 cup orange segments1/2 small onion, thinly sliced1/3 cup fresh blueberries2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toastedDRESSING:1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon curry powderDash salt Preparation On two salad plates, arrange the spinach, orange segments, onion and blueberries. Sprinkle with pecans. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salads.

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked vermicelli1 large red onion, sliced and separated into rings1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese Preparation Cook vermicelli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Add the spinach, lemon juice, tarragon, salt and pepper; saute for 2 minutes or until spinach is wilted....

Ingredients 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 eggs1-1/4 cups vegetable oil1 teaspoon red food coloring, optional1-1/4 cups chopped pecans1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened Preparation Drain strawberries, reserving 1/2 cup juice. Set berries and juice aside. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Combine eggs, oil, strawberries and food coloring if desired; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/3 pound bulk Italian sausage3 large eggs1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles. Remove to paper towels to drain. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, seasoned salt and pepper. Pour into same pan; cook and stir over medium heat until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoon snipped fresh rosemary2 teaspoons seasoned salt2 teaspoons garlic pepper or seasoned pepper2 teaspoons ground mustard1 beef ribeye roast (4 to 6 pounds), trimmed and tied Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour and seasonings; rub over roast. Place roast fat side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-3/4 to 2-3/4 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 to 1 cup water2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined3/4 pound spaghetti, cooked and drainedShredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 9 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours....

Ingredients 2 large onions, quartered12 garlic cloves1 bottle (18 ounces) Cuban-style mojo sauce and marinade1/2 cup lime juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bone-in pork shoulder butt roast (5 to 5-1/4 pounds)MOJITO SAUCE:3/4 cup canola oil1 medium onion, finely chopped6 garlic cloves, finely chopped1/3 cup lime juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperAdditional chopped onion and lime wedges, optional Preparation Place onions and garlic in a food processor; process until finely chopped. Add mojo marinade, lime juice, salt and pepper; process until blended....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1 cup butter, softened4 large eggs, beaten3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup buttermilkBUTTER CREAM FROSTING:1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons whole milk Preparation In a bowl, cream sugar and butter. Add eggs; beat well. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Mix well. Pour into a greased and floured 13-in....

Ingredients 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)10 whole cloves3 cups water2 tea bags3 cups apricot nectar2/3 cup sugar1/4 cup lemon juice Preparation Place cinnamon and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. Place water and spice bag in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep, covered, about 5 minutes according to taste. Discard tea and spice bags....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips, diced1/3 cup chopped onion5 fully cooked bratwurst links, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon diced jalapeno pepper2 cups meatless spaghetti sauce2 ounces Gouda cheese, shreddedHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is almost crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. In the same skillet, saute the bratwurst, mushrooms and jalapeno for 3-4 minutes or until mushrooms are tender....

Ingredients 5 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1 jar (24 ounces) tomato basil pasta sauce1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice1 cup dry white wine or chicken broth1/4 cup water1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon minced fresh basil1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1 pound fresh littleneck clams1 pound fresh mussels, scrubbed and beards removed1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 pound bay scallops1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach...

Ingredients 5 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained3 cups half-and-half cream3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine spinach and cream. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until heated through. Add remaining ingredients. Cook, uncovered, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted and soup is hot....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. oyster sauce 2 tbsp. Chinese rice wine or dry white wine 2 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tbsp. canola oil 1 lb. flank steak 1 large red bell pepper 8 oz. green beans 1 1/2 c. thinly sliced shallots 2 large garlic cloves 2 tbsp. finely chopped peeled fresh ginger 3 large scallions 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil fresh cilantro leaves 2 tsp. Toasted sesame seeds 1 c. long-grain white rice...

Ingredients 1/3 pound bulk Italian sausage1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup tomato paste2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/3 cup 4% cottage cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided2 tablespoons beaten egg1/2 teaspoon minced fresh parsley6 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drainedGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Set half of the sausage aside for filling....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained4 cups cubed bread Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, butter and milk. Stir in pineapple with juice; fold in bread cubes. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in the center reads 160°, 40-45 minutes....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips2 tablespoons canola oil, divided 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage1/2 cup finely shredded carrot (1 medium carrot)1 cup finely shredded red cabbage, optional 1/2 cup finely shredded fennel bulb, optional 6 green onions, finely chopped3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup red wine vinegar1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined3 cups hot cooked rice or multigrain medley...

Ingredients 3 celery ribs, sliced1 large onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced potatoes, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced carrots, drained2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams2 cups reduced-sodium tomato juice1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup tomato puree1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1 bay leaf2 whole black peppercorns Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds medium fresh mushrooms1 package (14.4 ounces) frozen pearl onions, thawed4 garlic cloves, minced2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth1/2 cup dry red wine3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Place mushrooms, onions and garlic in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients; pour over mushrooms. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until mushrooms are tender....

Ingredients 2/3 cup chopped pecans2 tablespoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamonBATTER:1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine pecans, brown sugar and cinnamon; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....