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Ingredients 2 pounds boneless pork sirloin chops, cut into 2-inch pieces1-1/2 cups salsa verde1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped dried apricots2 tablespoons lime juice2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepperDash hot pepper sauce10 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmedOptional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, cubed avocado, reduced-fat sour cream, shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and sliced green onions Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients except tortillas and toppings....

Ingredients 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar1/3 cup apple jelly3 tablespoons bourbon 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons stone-ground mustard1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 tablespoon olive oil4 pork rib chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)2 tablespoons water1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch Preparation For sauce, whisk together first 6 ingredients. In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat. Brown pork chops; 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper12 sea scallops (1 to 1-1/2 pounds)2 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth Preparation In a small bowl, mix seasonings. Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with seasonings, pressing to coat. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2 tablespoons butter1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 bay leaf2 whole cloves Preparation Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; cook for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Stir in tomatoes, sugar, salt, bay leaf and cloves; simmer for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups sliced carrots1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced1 tablespoon butter Preparation Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ginger and nutmeg. In a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the apples and carrots....

Ingredients 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped1 large tomato, chopped1/4 cup finely chopped onion3 radishes, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1/4 teaspoon saltBaked tortilla chip scoops Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with chips.

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon prepared mustardDash each salt, pepper and ground mustard1 pound fresh broccoli florets Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, vinegar, oil, water, prepared mustard, salt, pepper and ground mustard. Set aside. Place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant brown rice1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup cold water1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend, thawed Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix cornstarch, water, soy sauce, brown sugar and seasonings until smooth....

Ingredients 3 medium firm bananas, sliced1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes1 pint fresh strawberries, halved1 package (.6 ounce) sugar-free strawberry gelatin2 cups boiling water1-1/2 cups cold water1 carton (8 ounces) reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed Preparation Layer banana slices and cake cubes in a 13-in. x 9-in. dish coated with cooking spray. Place strawberries over cake and press down gently. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water; stir in cold water....

Ingredients 1 package (16.9 ounces) frozen potato and onion pierogi2 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey sausage, cut in half lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix1 medium onion, sliced1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pierogi according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 1 whole garlic bulb2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 cup butter, softenedSCONES:2 bacon strips, chopped1/3 cup chopped onion2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup sherry1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup 2% milk Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off of garlic bulb. Brush with oil. Wrap bulb in heavy-duty foil....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked wide egg noodles1 pound bulk pork sausage8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1-1/2 cups beef broth1 cup sour creamChopped fresh parsley Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Set aside. In a large skillet, cook sausage, mushrooms, onion and garlic over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in flour, salt and paprika until blended; gradually stir in broth....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells (about 2-2/3 cups)1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, chopped1 cup frozen peas, thawed4 green onions, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup mayonnaise1 cup plain yogurt1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again. In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp, peas, green onions and parsley....

Ingredients 1 beef sirloin tip roast (3 pounds)2 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 tablespoons coarsely ground pepper1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons ground mustard2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Rub roast with garlic and pepper; place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Mix soy sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard; pour over roast. Cook, covered, on low until tender, 3-1/2 to 4 hours. Remove roast; keep warm....

Ingredients 8 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauceHot cooked mashed potatoes or rice Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops in batches; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine soup, onion, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce; pour over chops....

Ingredients 1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped1-1/2 cups sliced smoked turkey sausage (about 8 ounces)4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Creole seasoning2 cups chopped fresh spinach1 tablespoon butter4 large eggs Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, toss together the first 6 ingredients. Spread evenly in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring once....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked instant brown rice2 tablespoons olive oil1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey kielbasa, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups fresh salsa1/4 cup finely chopped red onionFresh cilantro leaves, optional Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add kielbasa; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until browned. Stir in beans and salsa....

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 small red onion, sliced1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed3 tablespoons lime juice1/4 cup sliced ripe olives or green olives with pimientos, optional Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter and oil over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops on both sides....

Ingredients c. lightly packed parsley leaves 3 tbsp. drained capers 1 clove garlic 4 tsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. anchovy paste 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. plus 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 zucchini 1 1/4 lb. large shrimp 3/4 lb. spaghetti Preparation Step 1Put the parsley, capers, garlic, lemon juice, anchovy paste, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and the pepper into a food processor or blender....

Ingredients 1 lb. baby spinach 4 eggs 1 c. milk 1 c. all-purpose flour kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 scallions 2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Step 1Remove the top rack in the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spinach until wilted, about 1 minute. Drain and let cool....