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Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 3 whole star anise (available at Asian markets) or 1/4 tsp. five-spice powder 2 clove thinly sliced garlic 1 piece ginger (about 2 inches) pinch of red pepper flakes 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin 1 tbsp. soy sauce 4 baby bok choy 3/4 lb. Chinese lo mein noodles or spaghetti Preparation Step 1Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok over medium heat. Add star anise, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes; stir-fry until garlic and ginger are just golden, 1 to 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg yolk, room temperature3 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flourSeedless strawberry jam Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Add flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. Shape dough into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in....

Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth1 pound smoked Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 can (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/4 cups chopped onions2 large carrots, sliced2 celery ribs, chopped2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons dill weed1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 pound parsnips, peeled and thinly sliced3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs1/4 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper1 cup half-and-half cream4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Place parsnips in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes. Drain. Place half of the parsnips in a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Combine the bread crumbs, cheese, salt and pepper; sprinkle half over parsnips....

Ingredients 6 pounds apples (about 18 medium), peeled and sliced1 cup sugar1 cup water1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup butter, cubed2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the apples, sugar, water, salt and cinnamon. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender. Turn off heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Mash if desired. Serve warm or cold.

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas2 smoked ham hocks2 quarts water2 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 bay leaf1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon dried thyme3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours or until peas are tender....

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix1-1/4 cups milk1 egg, beaten2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extractRed, green, yellow and blue liquid or paste food coloringMaple syrup, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the biscuit mix, milk, egg, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla; mix until smooth. Place 1 tablespoon of batter each in four bowls. Color one red, one green, one yellow and one blue. Drop remaining batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1 cup butter, room temperature2 cups Sourdough Starter1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda3-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add starter and vanilla; mix well. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups ketchup1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup honey1/4 cup liquid smoke1/4 cup molasses1 serrano pepper, finely chopped2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 chicken leg quarters1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 12 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend....

Ingredients 1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch slices1 cup chopped onion1 cup chopped green pepper2/3 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped carrot1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (28 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesHot cooked rice or pasta, optional Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons cornstarch2/3 cup water1/4 cup butter, cubed3 cups fresh or frozen corn1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk3/4 teaspoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided1/2 teaspoon plus 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided3 large eggs3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups cubed bread1 small onion, chopped1 cup Rice Krispies, slightly crushed3 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest16 uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined1 medium red onion, cut into eight wedges8 large fresh mushrooms, halved8 grape tomatoesHot cooked rice, optional 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Pour 2/3 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add shrimp....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup finely chopped onion8 ounces fresh mushrooms, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (10 ounces each) whole baby clams3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 bay leaf1/4 cup sherry2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 cup water2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsleyHot cooked pastaOptional: Grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and minced fresh parsley Preparation Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1/4 cup molasses1 large egg2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger3/4 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar. Blend in molasses and egg. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and cloves; add to creamed mixture. Mix until well blended. Shape dough into 1-1/4-in. balls. Roll balls in remaining sugar....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar3 large eggs, separated1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups cake flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground allspice1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamFROSTING:1 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup water2 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons ground cumin2 tablespoons ground ginger1 tablespoon ground coriander1 tablespoon ground fenugreek4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 tablespoon olive oil2 large onions, chopped1/2 cup water2 tablespoons paprika2 tablespoons tomato paste1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon chili powder1 cup plain yogurt3 cups hot cooked brown riceOptional toppings: Cubed fresh pineapple, flaked coconut and toasted sliced almonds...

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes1 can (12-1/2 ounces) Spanish peanuts (skin on)1 can (12 ounces) salted peanuts4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large heavy skillet, heat oil and pepper flakes over medium heat for 1 minute. Add peanuts and garlic. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned. Drain on paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with chili powder and salt; toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 lb. ground pork shoulder 1 tbsp. Coarse salt 4 hot cherry peppers 1/4 c. pepper pickling liquid (from cherry peppers) 5 slices white bread 3 large eggs 2 c. Spicy Meat Sauce (see below) 24 slider buns or Parker House rolls 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 large onion 1 lb. ground pork shoulder 2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 2 tsp. Coarse salt 2 tbsp....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 sliced green onions, whites and light greens separated from dark 3/4 lb. orzo 3 1/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 oz. cream cheese, cubed 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving 1 (12-oz.) package frozen artichoke hearts, quartered 3 c. baby spinach 2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice...

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons chicken broth1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1-1/2 pounds ground turkey2 tablespoons olive oilSAUCE:3 cups sliced onions2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups beef broth1 cup chicken broth3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceSANDWICHES:8 submarine buns1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients....