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Ingredients 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-3/4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary, divided6 large garlic cloves, peeled1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 beef top sirloin steaks (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the blue cheese, butter, walnuts, parsley and 3/4 teaspoon rosemary. Shape into a 5-in. log; wrap and refrigerate until firm, 30 minutes. In a small food processor, combine the garlic cloves, salt, pepper and remaining rosemary....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1-1/4 cups sugar, divided2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup buttermilk1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition (batter will be moist)....

Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup sliced onion1/2 cup julienned green pepper3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup salsa2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation Unroll crust into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; flatten dough and build up edges slightly. Bake at 400° until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1/2 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1 large red onion, sliced and separated into rings1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch strips1 large sweet yellow pepper, cut into 1-inch strips Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients. Add vegetables and turn to coat. Seal and refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight, turning once....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained2 medium green peppers, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon smoked paprika3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper6 cups cooked brown rice1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream Preparation Place chicken in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 2 c. tequila blanco 1 jalapeño, quartered 1 medium cucumber, cut into 1/2" slices 1 tsp. granulated sugar 1 tsp. kosher salt Lime wedges, for glass and garnish 2 oz. infused tequila 1 oz. orange liqueur (such as Cointreau) 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice Sliced jalapeño, for garnish Preparation Step 1In a large clean jar, combine tequila and jalapeño. Using handle of a wooden spoon, gently muddle jalapeño. Add cucumber and seal jar....

Ingredients 2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped3 tablespoons butter8 cups cubed day old French bread1 cup cubed fully cooked ham2 cups shredded cheddar cheese8 large eggs, beaten2 cups 2% milk1/3 cup honey1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute the asparagus, red pepper and onion in butter until tender; set aside. Place bread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 6 fresh strawberries, sliced12 fresh basil leaves1/4 cup sugarIce cubes1/3 cup lemon juice2-1/4 cups club soda, chilledAdditional fresh basil leaves, optional Preparation In a shaker, muddle strawberries, basil and sugar. Fill shaker three-fourths full with ice; add lemon juice. Cover and shake 10-15 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into six rock glasses filled with ice. Top with club soda and, if desired, additional basil leaves....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram, parsley flakes, thyme and savory1 tablespoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon ground mace1 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a small bowl, crush the basil, marjoram, parsley, thyme and savory. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 c. granulated sugar 4 large eggs 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 c. caramel sauce, plus more for topping Flaky sea salt, for topping Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9”-x-5” loaf pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl with a hand mixer, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 block tempeh 1 stick celery 1 small carrot 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 tbsp. soy sauce (or to taste) 2 c. cooked brown rice 1 tbsp. mayonnaise or Vegannaise 1/2 c. Toasted sesame seeds Preparation Step 1Cut tempeh into chunks and steam for about 30 minutes. You can do this in a vegetable steamer or you can simmer in a little water with a pinch of sea salt. Mash the tempeh and add the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked spiral pasta1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/3 cup white wine vinegar2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast2 cups torn fresh spinach1/2 cup sliced green onions1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, oil, sugar, sesame seeds, salt and pepper; shake well....

Ingredients 1/2 medium onion 1 large garlic clove 1/3 c. canola oil 1/4 tsp. Aleppo pepper, or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 5 large plum tomatoes 4 sprig fresh coriander, leaves only salt 1 lb. boneless stewing pork 1/2 medium white onion 1 clove garlic pinch dried oregano salt 4 flour tortillas 1 c. crumbled cheese (queso fresco when available) or feta Preparation Step 1To make the sauce: Preheat broiler to medium....

Ingredients 1/3 cup egg substitute1/2 cup panko bread crumbs2 tablespoons reduced-sodium Creole seasoning1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined2 cups broccoli coleslaw mix1 cup unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained, 3 tablespoons liquid reserved2 green onions, chopped1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise6 hoagie buns, split and toasted4 tablespoons reduced-fat tartar sauce3 medium tomatoes, sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Pour egg substitute into a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs and Creole seasoning....

Ingredients 3/4 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes4 teaspoons butter2 teaspoons vegetable oil1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons beef broth3 tablespoons dry red wine or additional beef broth1 teaspoon Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon soy sauceHot cooked noodles or rice Preparation In a skillet, brown beef in butter; remove and set aside. To the same skillet, add the oil and mushrooms, onion and garlic; saute until tender....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1-1/4 cups chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 large garlic clove, minced1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 package (6 ounces) stuffing mix Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, celery, onion and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer; drain. Stir in broth and sage. Bring to a boil. Stir in stuffing mix....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extractAssorted fresh fruit or cubed pound cake Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl or heavy saucepan, combine the milk, chocolate chips, cream and vanilla. Heat just until chips are melted, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a fondue pot and keep warm. Serve with fruit or cake.

Ingredients 1 cup lemon juice5 medium ripe bananas1 cup sugar2 cups half-and-half cream1 liter lemon-lime soda, chilled1 pint lemon or pineapple sherbet1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, optional Preparation In a blender, cover and process the lemon juice, bananas and sugar until smooth. Add cream; blend until smooth. Cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, pour banana mixture into a punch bowl. Stir in soda. Top with lemon sherbet and coconut if desired....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 to 1 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltROYAL ICING:2 pounds confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons meringue powder3/4 cup warm waterSky blue gel food coloringRibbon Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough into fourths....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons olive oil8 green onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterSour cream...