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Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 small onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce with mushrooms1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil6 lasagna noodles, cooked and rinsed3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseTorn fresh basil leaves, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown beef, onion and pepper; drain if necessary. Stir in spaghetti sauce, oregano and basil. Simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 pound bulk spicy pork sausage2 pounds cubed Velveeta2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chilesTortilla chip scoops, red pepper and cucumber sticks Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in cheese and tomatoes. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 c. balsamic vinegar 1/2 small onion 6 sprig thyme 2 c. chicken stock 1 c. unsulfured molasses 2 tbsp. Powdered Mustard 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper 2 5-bone pork loin roasts kosher salt 2 clove garlic 2 sprig rosemary Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar with the onion and 2 thyme sprigs, and boil over moderately high heat until reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups chopped pecans1-3/4 cups chopped candied pineapple1-1/2 cups chopped dried peaches or apricots1-1/2 cups golden raisins2 cups all-purpose flour, divided1 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar5 eggs1 cup peach or apricot nectar, divided1/2 cup honey1/4 cup milk1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground allspice Preparation Grease and flour two 9x5-in. loaf pans. Line the bottoms with waxed paper; grease and flour the paper. Set aside....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) uncooked whole wheat penne pastaVINAIGRETTE:1/2 cup olive oil1/2 cup white wine vinegar1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSALAD:1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped3/4 cup (6 ounces) crumbled feta cheese4 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup sliced ripe or Greek olives Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 medium leek (white portion only), cut into 1/4-inch slices1 large carrot, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced4 cups chicken stock10 baby red potatoes, quartered6 fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup chopped fresh rhubarb1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperPISTOU:1/2 cup loosely packed fresh oregano2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts, toasted1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the leek, carrot and red pepper in oil until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup shortening or lard1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup cubed uncooked potatoes1/2 cup cubed uncooked rutabagas1/2 cup cubed uncooked carrots1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 pound ground beef or diced beef top sirloin steak, browned Preparation Mix together first 3 ingredients; cut in shortening to form particles the size of large peas. Gradually add milk and mix just enough to make mixture stick together....

Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, cubed1 package (3 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix2 tablespoons 2% milk2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preparation Cut dough into 1-inch pieces; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Cook and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Pour over dough pieces. Cover loosely with parchment or nonstick foil; let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, about 45 minutes....

Ingredients Perfect Neopolitan Pizza Dough c. Perfect Pizza Sauce 2 oz. uncooked Italian sausage 1/4 c. Gaeta olives 1 tsp. chopped capers 1/2 tsp. chopped oregano 1/4 c. shaved Pecorino Sardo cheese Preparation Step 1Set a pizza stone on a rack in top third of oven. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F for at least 45 minutes. Meanwhile, remove dough ball from refrigerator and let stand for 20 minutes.Step 2Working on a floured surface and using your fingers, press and stretch dough ball out to a 10-inch round, working from center toward edge; avoid pressing on outermost edge....

Ingredients 1 pound turkey Italian sausage links, casings removed1 medium green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped2 cups 1% cottage cheese2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups egg substitute1 cup fat-free milk1 cup reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. stir in the remaining ingredients. Pour into a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups 2% milk1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon butter1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 thin onion slices2 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced Preparation In a saucepan, stir flour and milk until smooth. Add the garlic, butter and salt; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. In a greased 1-qt. baking dish, layer onion and potato slices; pour sauce over all....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar3 large eggs1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice4 cups firmly packed cubed white bread (crusts removed) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in pineapple and lemon juice. Gently fold in bread cubes. Spoon into a greased 2-qt....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups warm 2% milk (70° to 80°)3 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/4 teaspoons salt2-2/3 cups whole wheat flour2 tablespoons old-fashioned oats4 teaspoons vital wheat gluten1 tablespoon millet1 tablespoon sunflower kernels1 tablespoon flaxseed1 tablespoon cracked wheat or additional flaxseed1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place all the ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available....

Ingredients 1/2 cup soy sauce1/3 cup water1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons sesame or olive oil4 green onions with tops, sliced1/2 medium onion, sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 tablespoons sesame seedsDash pepper2-1/2 pounds chicken wings Preparation In a large plastic bag or glass dish, combine the first nine ingredients. Add chicken wings; coat well. Cover and refrigerate 2-3 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Remove chicken to a shallow rack in a baking pan; discard marinade....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2 large eggs, room temperature2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon almond extract2 to 4 tablespoons hot waterFood coloring, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; beat in extracts and eggs, one at a time. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 cups sugar6 large eggs, room temperature3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extractConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream and vanilla. Beat on low just until blended....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) apricot halves2 tablespoons cider vinegar6 whole allspice1 cinnamon stick (3 inches) Preparation Drain apricots, reserving syrup; set apricots aside. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, allspice, cinnamon and reserved syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in apricots. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain if desired. Serve warm or cold....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed1 large sweet onion, finely chopped1 small green pepper, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 45-50 minutes or until vegetables are tender and mixture achieves desired thickness, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil8 hot Italian sausage links1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small sweet onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1/2 cup beef stock1/2 cup dry white wine or additional stock1 package (12 ounces) fettuccine or tagliatelleGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown sausages on all sides. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker, reserving drippings in pan....

Ingredients 10 to 12 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick)5 large eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup whole milk1 tablespoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon baking powder2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed4 firm bananas, sliced1 cup sugar1 tablespoon pumpkin pie or apple pie spice1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar Preparation Place bread slices in a large shallow baking dish. Combine eggs, milk, vanilla and baking powder; pour over bread. Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight....