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Ingredients 3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 tablespoon cornstarchDash salt2 cups water2 tablespoons butterDUMPLINGS:1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa3 tablespoons butter1 large egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractWhipped cream or ice cream Preparation For sauce, combine brown sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt in a large, heavy cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Stir in water; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to boil and thicken slightly....

Ingredients 4 pounds tomatoes (about 12 medium), chopped1 medium onion, chopped4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped1/2 to 2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt4 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches (about 4 medium), divided 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients; stir in 2 cups peaches. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons prepared pesto2 whole wheat bagels, split and toasted1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper4 to 5 ounces smoked salmon or lox2 slices tomato2 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves Preparation Spread pesto over bagel bottoms; sprinkle with pepper. Layer with salmon, tomato and lettuce leaves. Replace bagel tops.

Ingredients 1 cup mild chunky salsa1/4 cup dried cranberries1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro1 cup orange sections, cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cumin1 large egg1 tablespoon water1 cup panko bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese4 turkey breast cutlets (2-1/2 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 medium ripe avocado, cubedAdditional chopped cilantroReduced-fat sour cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup sugar, divided1 large egg, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground cinnamon24 striped chocolate kisses Preparation Beat butter, brown sugar and 1/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, espresso powder and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 egg yolks 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic 1 tbsp. fresh Meyer lemon juice or regular lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cooked Dungeness crabs Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the mustard. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly, until a thick mayonnaise forms. Whisk in the minced garlic and lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided2-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon grated lemon zest3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup cold butter, cubed2/3 cup half-and-half cream1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh strawberries1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, lemon zest, salt and cinnamon. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cream just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups chopped salted cashews1 cup brickle toffee bits1 cup butterscotch chipsSalted whole cashews Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter1 to 2 tablespoons Thai chili sauce1 pound sea scallops2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 small onion, sliced1 large sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 cup salted cashews2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole baby corn, drainedHot cooked angel hair pasta, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, peanut butter and chili sauce until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 2 tsp. canola oil 1 tsp. salt 1 freshly ground white pepper cornstarch soy sauce Chinese chile sauce 1/4 c. finely diced bamboo shoots 1 package wonton wrappers 10 oz. shelled, deveined shrimp 2 oz. ground pork 1 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, mix the diced shrimp with the pork, bamboo shoots, canola oil, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper.Step 2Work with a few wonton wrappers at a time: Brush the edges of each wrapper with water....

Ingredients 1/2 c. dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1/2 c. boiling water 3 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 4 tsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. salt 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 3 cloves garlic 2 Jalapeno Peppers 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger 2 tsp. chili powder 1 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/4 lb. unsalted butter 2 lb. large shrimp Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine the sun-dried tomatoes and boiling water....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips2 medium onions, chopped1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter2 cups condensed beef consomme, undiluted4-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried basil3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold water6 cups hot cooked yolk-free noodles Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onions, mushrooms and garlic in butter over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained1/4 cup butter1/2 cup finely chopped red onion2 garlic cloves, minced6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 carton (48 ounces) chicken brothGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place tomatoes with juices in a blender; cover and process until pureed. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 cup ketchup1/4 cup water2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt4 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained1 medium onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese12 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a greased 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, layer half of the potatoes, sausage, onion, chiles and cheese. Repeat layers. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt and pepper; pour over top....

Ingredients 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced2 large green peppers, thinly sliced1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced4 teaspoons cornstarch2 cups whole milk1/4 cup minced fresh parsley3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseHot cooked rice or pasta Preparation In a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Add green peppers and onion to same skillet; cook and stir until vegetables are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped red onion2 teaspoons canola oil1/3 cup julienned sweet red pepper1/3 cup julienned sweet yellow pepper1/2 cup fresh snow peas1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion in oil for 1-2 minutes. Add peppers; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the peas and mushrooms; saute 3-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with salt.

Ingredients 3 cups water, divided1-1/2 cups sugar, divided6 teaspoons grated lemon zest, divided1 cup lemon juice, divided1-1/2 cups carbonated mineral water, dividedSalt1/2 cup minced fresh mint, coarsley chopped3 cups fresh or frozen blueberriesOptional: Lemon peel strips, fresh raspberries and mint sprigs Preparation For lemon sorbet, in a small heavy saucepan, bring 1 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons lemon zest to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved; cool....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion 2 red bell peppers 1 1/2 tsp. salt 3 cloves garlic c. dry sherry 1 c. bottled clam juice 1/4 c. blanched slivered almonds 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 lb. monkfish 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1In a large deep frying pan, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the onion, bell peppers, and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 jar (14 ounces) spiced apple rings6 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted1 egg1/2 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powderWhipped cream, optional Preparation Drain the apple rings, reserving 1 tablespoon syrup; set apple rings aside. In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter; stir in brown sugar and reserved syrup until smooth. Spread evenly in a greased 9-in....