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Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup barbecue sauce2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon minced garlic2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds) Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 teaspoon pepper4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed1 cup cubed deli ham1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milkOptional: Sour cream and chopped green onions Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine broth, potatoes, onion and pepper. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender. Mash potatoes to desired consistency....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas, rinsed2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 large onion, chopped1 cup julienned or chopped carrots3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cups water Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours or until peas are tender.

Ingredients 4 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugar1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup Nutella Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 225°. Add vanilla and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sour cream1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix and 3/4 cup sugar. In a small bowl, combine eggs and sour cream; stir into the dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in blueberries. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake until a toothpick inserted in muffin comes out clean, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips3/4 cup chopped onion3/4 cup chopped celery1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1/4 cup picante sauce or salsa1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsleyHot pepper sauce, optionalShredded cheddar cheeseTortilla chips Preparation In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. In the drippings, saute the onion, celery and garlic powder until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1-3/4 cups all-purpose flourFILLING/GLAZE:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening2/3 cup finely chopped pecans1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon light corn syrup1 teaspoon water Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and salt. Gradually add flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt3 large eggs3 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) sliced pears, drained and mashed1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1/4 cup canola oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, pears, applesauce and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour into four 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless beef sirloin steak1/3 cup fresh lime juice1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 3/4 teaspoon dried mint1 jalapeno pepper, minced2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot or 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 large sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 medium cucumber, chopped6 cups torn mixed salad greens Preparation Partially freeze beef....

Ingredients Cornmeal1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed1 tablespoon plus additional extra virgin olive oil, divided5 to 6 ounces fresh baby spinach1/3 cup plus additional grated Parmesan cheese, divided 3 tablespoons sour cream1 small garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon sea salt1/8 teaspoon plus additional coarsely ground pepper, divided 4 large eggs Preparation Preheat oven to 500°. Line two 15x10x1-in. baking pans with parchment; sprinkle lightly with cornmeal. Cut dough into 4 pieces; stretch and shape into 6- to 7-in....

Ingredients 4 tbsp. olive oil 2 carrots 2 onions 2 ribs celery 3 cloves garlic 1 c. green split peas 3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 9 c. water 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1 bay leaf 2 tsp. salt 1 lb. portobello mushrooms 6 tbsp. grated Parmesan 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over moderate heat. Add the carrots, onions, celery and garlic....

Ingredients 8 cups torn fresh spinach1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1/4 cup julienned red onion1/2 cup canola oil1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon poppy seeds1-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation On salad plates, arrange the spinach, strawberries, oranges and onion. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salads; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1-1/2 cups chopped sweet onion (about 1 medium)3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup white wine1 loaf sourdough bread (about 1 pound), lightly toasted and cubed4 cups chopped fresh kale3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese1 cup chicken broth4 large eggs1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) lima beans1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut green beans4 cups water2 pounds beef short ribs1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup coarsely chopped carrot3/4 cup chopped onion1/3 cup medium pearl barley1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 bay leaf Preparation Drain beans, reserving liquid; set beans aside. Place the liquid in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours or until the meat is tender....

Ingredients 3 large eggs1-1/4 cups sugar1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon grated orange zest1/4 cup butter, meltedCRUST:1 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup ground almonds1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 cup cold butter, cubedAdditional confectioners’ sugarFresh raspberries, optional Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice and orange zest. Whisk in butter until smooth. Set aside....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped6 cups fresh or frozen corn, divided3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper Preparation Coat a large saucepan with cooking spray. Add onion; cook and stir over medium heat for 4 minutes or until tender. Add 4 cups corn; cook and stir until corn is softened, about 5 minutes. Add 2 cups broth; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 center-cut salmon fillet 2 1/2 tbsp. kosher salt 2 tbsp. light brown sugar 1 tsp. ground coriander Finely grated zest of 1 orange 2 tbsp. vodka Preparation Step 1Assemble the smoker by spreading 1/2 cup small, dry hardwood chips over the bottom of the smoker, then place the drip tray and rack directly on the chips. (To jury-rig a smoker, line a wok or disposable aluminum baking pan with heavy-duty foil and spread with dry wood chips; top with another layer of foil — to catch drips — and a rack....

Ingredients 3/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 cups finely chopped cooked chicken1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/2 cup coarsely chopped smoked almondsAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. Stir in chicken, celery and almonds. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours. Serve with crackers.

Ingredients 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon lemon juice8 slices oat bread1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham4 slices Swiss cheese2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a small bowl, mash the avocado with sugar, garlic salt and lemon juice. Spread over four slices of bread; layer with ham and cheese. Top with remaining bread. Spread butter over both sides of sandwiches. Cook on an indoor grill for 2-3 minutes or until bread is browned and cheese is melted....

Ingredients 1 c. coarse fresh bread crumbs 3 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. chopped black olives 2 tbsp. chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 3/4 lb. spaghetti 1 1/2 lb. sea scallops 1/2 c. dry white wine 1 c. finely chopped tomatoes c. grated ricotta salata (1 ounce) 2 tbsp. chopped basil leaves Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400°F. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the bread crumbs with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper....