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Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 medium sweet red peppers, sliced1 medium onion, halved and sliced4 garlic cloves, minced1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked Italian chicken sausage links, halved lengthwise and sliced2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemaryHot cooked cellentani or spiral pastaShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add red peppers and onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 round-bone beef chuck roast (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon canola oil2 large onions, diced2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water, divided2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 teaspoon browning sauce1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup all-purpose flour Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown roast in oil. Remove and set aside. In the drippings, saute onions and garlic until onions are tender. Return roast to Dutch oven....

Ingredients 2 small garlic bulbs3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint, divided 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup olive oil2 pounds boneless lamb, cut into 1-inch cubesHot cooked rice or pita bread, optional Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic bulbs; cut off tops of bulbs, exposing individual cloves. Peel and halve cloves. In a large dish, combine garlic, 3/4 cup mint, vinegar and olive oil. Add lamb; turn to coat....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups butter, cubed1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper14 to 15 cups day-old cubed bread3 cups chopped celery1-1/2 cups chopped onion Preparation In a microwave, melt butter with seasonings. Place bread, celery and onion in a large bowl; toss with butter mixture. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 4-5 hours, stirring once.

Ingredients 1 cup water (70° to 80°)3 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons salt3 cups bread flour2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon garlic powder2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeastTOPPING:1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In bread machine pan, place the water, butter, salt, flour, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and yeast in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons butter, softened2 English muffins, split1/2 pound bulk pork sausage4 large eggs1/4 cup sour cream1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup canned chopped green chiles Preparation Spread butter over cut sides of each muffin half. Place buttered side up in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside. In a small skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Spoon sausage over muffin halves....

Ingredients 8 cups brewed coffee1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup chocolate syrup1/2 teaspoon anise extract4 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1-1/2 teaspoons whole clovesAdditional cinnamon sticks, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine coffee, sugar, chocolate syrup and extract. Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. Add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 2-3 hours. Discard spice bag....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper2-1/2 cups whole milk1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese12 ounces uncooked linguine3 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, garlic powder and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries3/4 cup sugar4 tablespoons brown rice flour, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup gluten-free cornflakes, crushed2 tablespoons brown sugar1/8 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract2 tablespoons cold reduced-fat butter Preparation In a small bowl, combine the rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, 1 tablespoon rice flour and cinnamon. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray. In another bowl, combine the remaining rice flour, cornflakes, brown sugar and vanilla; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (100-150 per pound)4 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1 small cucumber, chopped1 small red onion, thinly sliced Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely. For dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, dill, mustard, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated Southwest-style shredded hash brown potatoes1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese, divided6 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon butter10 thick-sliced bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Combine potatoes and 3/4 cup cheese. Divide potato mixture among 12 greased muffin cups; press onto bottoms and up sides to form cups. Bake until light golden brown, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk and salt....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries and/or raspberries, thawed2 to 3 tablespoons sugar1 envelope whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)12 thin slices angel food cake Preparation In a large bowl, combine berries and sugar; set aside. Prepare the whipped topping mix according to package directions. Top cake slices with berries and whipped topping.

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter3 chicken bouillon cubes or reduced-sodium chicken bouillon cubes2 cups boiling water2 cups instant rice2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon celery salt, optional Preparation In a skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Dissolve bouillon in boiling water; add to the skillet. Stir in rice, parsley, sage and celery salt if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until rice is tender....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 cup chopped onion2 cups frozen corn, thawed2 cups frozen peas, thawed2 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons minced garlic1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/2 cup cold water1/2 cup sour cream3-1/2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)FILLING:1/4 cup shortening3 tablespoons butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons milk8 drops green food coloring, optionalFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa2 tablespoons milkGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon milk6 drops green food coloring Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions; fill 24 paper-lined muffin cups. Bake at 375° for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients 3/4 cup whipped cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons 2% milk1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup shredded Swiss cheese3/4 cup chopped smoked almonds1/2 cup soft sun-dried tomato halves (not packed in oil), chopped1/8 teaspoon pepper1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces), cut into 1/4-inch slicesChopped fresh chives, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and milk until smooth. Stir in cheeses, almonds, tomato and pepper; spread over bread slices....

Ingredients 1 bag marshmallows 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tsp. pure ancho chile powder 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. ground coriander 1/2 tsp. salt Orange food coloring Yellow food coloring 6 c. Rice Krispies 1/4 tsp. cayenne Preparation Step 1Spray two mini muffin pans with vegetable oil spray. In a large saucepan, combine half of the marshmallows with 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the chile powder, cumin, coriander, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, and cook over moderate heat until the marshmallows have melted....

Ingredients 2 large ears sweet corn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Fill a large saucepan half full with water; bring to a boil. Add corn; cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat oil and butter over low heat until butter is melted. Stir in the jalapeno, cumin and pepper. Drain corn; brush with butter mixture....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. Coarse salt 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 c. sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 7 oz. assorted clear colored hard candies Preparation Step 1Sift together flour, salt, and baking powder into a large bowl; set aside.Step 2Put butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 3 oz. mushrooms, such as shiitake or button 1/2 inch piece ginger, peeled and thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 8 oz. snow peas, trimmed 1 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tbsp. mirin, shaoxing wine, or dry white wine Kosher salt Preparation Step 1In a wok or large skillet, heat oil over high heat until it shimmers. Add mushrooms and cook until lightly browned and tender, 2 to 3 minutes....