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Ingredients 3 cups sugar2 cups water3/4 cup light corn syrup3/4 cup dark corn syrup2 cups Spanish or cocktail peanuts2 tablespoons butter, cubed1 tablespoon baking soda1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line three 15x10x1-in. pans with parchment. (Do not spray or grease.) In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water and corn syrups. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Using a pastry brush dipped in water, wash down the sides of the pan to eliminate sugar crystals....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked1 cup shredded carrot1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup chopped onion1 to 2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 cup shoestring potato sticks Preparation In a medium bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Fold in potato sticks just before serving.

Ingredients 2/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 garlic cloves, crushed1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepperSHRIMP CAKES:3 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/3 cup chopped green onions1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 teaspoons garlic paste1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs, divided 2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled, deveined and coarsely chopped1/4 cup thinly sliced / chopped green onions, optional...

Ingredients 4 piece skate wing 4 1/2 c. water 1/2 c. plus 1 1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar 1 tsp. dried thyme 1 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. peppercorns 2 bay leaves 1/4 lb. unsalted butter c. capers 1/4 c. Chopped flat-leaf parsley tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Put the skate in a large deep frying pan in one layer. Pour the water and the 1/2 cup vinegar over the fish....

Ingredients 3 pounds ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce2 jars (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoDash pepper1 package (16 ounces) wide egg noodles, cooked and drained2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) sliced pepperoni2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; crumble beef; drain....

Ingredients 2 medium onions, cut into wedges2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch strips4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons curry powder, divided1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 cup light coconut milk1/2 cup chicken broth3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup chopped dried apricots (about 6 ounces)Hot cooked rice and lime wedgesChopped cashews and minced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation Place onions and peppers in a 4-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy; beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture. In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and remaining 2 Tbsp....

Ingredients 3 medium red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon taco seasoning1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine all ingredients; shake to coat. Place potatoes in a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring once.

Ingredients 1 pound broccoli, cut into spears1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Combine the broccoli and squash in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients. Remove vegetables from steamer; drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small shallot 1 sprig thyme 1/2 tsp. cracked black pepper 2 c. dry red wine 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp. heavy cream 4 tbsp. cold unsalted butter salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 skinless salmon fillets Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add the shallot and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the thyme sprig, black pepper, red wine, and balsamic vinegar, and boil over high heat until reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 12 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil2 pounds beef stew meat1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups water, divided2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepperDash ground cloves2 bay leaves3/4 pound potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cubed3 medium carrots, sliced2 cups frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans (about 6 ounces), thawed1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown beef in batches....

Ingredients 9 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3-1/4 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups barbecue sauce1/2 cup honey2 teaspoons prepared mustard2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/8 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place on a broiler pan. Broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, honey, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and pepper sauce....

Ingredients CUCUMBER SAUCE:1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber1/4 to 1/3 cup minced fresh mint1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon garlic powderPITAS:4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon Greek seasoning2 tablespoons canola oil8 pita pocket halves, warmed8 thin slices red onion, separated into rings8 slices tomato Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cucumber sauce ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked orecchiette or small tube pasta1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup white wine or chicken broth4 cups small fresh broccoli florets1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1/3 cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles....

Ingredients 1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 medium zucchini, sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes1 cup water1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepperMinced fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the sausage, zucchini, mushrooms and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, water, broth, dried basil and pepper....

Ingredients 2-1/2 quarts water3 tablespoons lemon juice3 pounds small fresh mushrooms2 medium carrots, sliced2 celery ribs, sliced1/2 medium green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedDRESSING:1/2 cup prepared Italian salad dressing1/2 cup red or white wine vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and lemon juice to a boil....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon cornstarch1/2 cup water2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon honey2 teaspoons curry powder1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 teaspoons sesame or canola oil1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 small onion, cut into thin wedges1 garlic clove, minced2 cups shredded cooked turkey breast1 green onion, sliced2 cups hot cooked brown riceThinly sliced serrano pepper and toasted sesame seeds, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients until blended....

Ingredients 8 small sweet potatoes (about 7 ounces each) 1/2 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons finely chopped shallot3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme2 teaspoons minced fresh sage1/2 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup chopped toasted nuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Cut thin slices lengthwise from bottom of sweet potatoes to allow them to lie flat; discard slices....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless beef top round steak, cut into strips1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch wedges1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 tablespoons canola oil3/4 cup red wine or beef broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (11 ounces each) Mexicorn, drainedHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet cook the steak, onion and thyme over medium-high heat in oil until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add wine; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated....

Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 large green pepper, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons celery salt or celery seed2 teaspoons onion salt or onion powder1 teaspoon paprika1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 bay leaves16 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....