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Ingredients 1-1/4 cups water (70° to 80°)1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons salt2-1/4 cups bread flour1-1/4 cups whole wheat flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 teaspoons active dry yeast1 cup dried cranberries1 tablespoon grated orange zest Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first 10 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select whole grain bread setting. Choose crust color and 2-lb. loaf setting if available....

Ingredients 1 catfish fillet (about 1/2 pound)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDash to 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup canned Mexican diced tomatoes with juice1 to 2 green onions, thinly slicedHot cooked white or brown rice, optional Preparation Sprinkle fish with salt, pepper and cayenne. In a nonstick skillet, cook fish over medium for about 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Top with tomatoes and sprinkle with green onions. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 beef sirloin tip roast (3 pounds), cut in half1/2 cup water1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeno peppers, drained1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix12 crusty rolls (5 inches) Preparation Place beef in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the water, jalapenos and dressing mix; pour over beef. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Remove beef and shred with 2 forks. Skim fat from cooking juices....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/4 teaspoons salt3/4 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 large eggs, room temperature1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1/2 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, meltedOil for deep-fat fryingChipotle mayonnaise, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, pumpkin, milk and melted butter until blended. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened....

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked multigrain spaghettiSAUCE:3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted3 tablespoons sesame oil3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce6 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperSHRIMP & VEGETABLES:2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1-1/2 cups coleslaw mix3/4 cup julienned carrots1 celery rib, thinly sliced1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts2 green onions, chopped...

Ingredients 1/2 pound beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 cups sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 large onion, sliced1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add beef and mushrooms; cook until beef is no longer pink, 3-4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound small red potatoes, cut into 1-inch wedges1 beef top sirloin steak (1 inch thick and about 1-1/4 pounds)3 cups fresh broccoli florets1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper2 green onions, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1/2 pound cooked beef flank steak, cut into thin strips1 small onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 French rolls, split1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons ketchup Preparation In a large skillet, saute the steak, onion and Worcestershire sauce for 4-6 minutes or until onion is tender. Spoon onto roll bottoms; sprinkle with cheese. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon paprikaDash ground gingerDash ground allspice1 pound beef top round steak2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup sliced onion2 cups diced peeled potatoes2 cups waterPASTRY:1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening3 tablespoons cold water1large egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, ginger and allspice; set aside 2 tablespoons. Add meat to bag; seal and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cups frozen corn (about 10 ounces) 1/4 to 1/2 cup pico de gallo or salsa Preparation Prepare corn according to package directions; drain. Stir in pico de gallo.

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/2 pound uncooked bulk pork sausage2 tablespoons minced chives Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll crescent dough on a lightly floured surface; press perforations to seal. Roll into a 14x10-in. rectangle. Spread sausage to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with chives. Roll up carefully jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 slices; place 1 in. apart in an ungreased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter-flavored shortening1 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups water1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup molasses Preparation Roll out dough to fit a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate or cast-iron skillet. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edges. Sprinkle chocolate chips into crust; set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in shortening until crumbly....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded carrots1 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped cashews1/2 cup mayonnaise Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the carrots, raisins, nuts and mayonnaise. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells1 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup buttermilk1/3 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed1/4 cup diced pimientos1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped2 green onions, thinly sliced Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, for dressing, combine the mayonnaise, cheese, buttermilk, onion, parsley, basil, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup water3 tablespoons lemon juice1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups sliced celery1 medium sweet yellow or red pepper, julienned1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1 tablespoon olive oil6 ounces fresh or frozen snow peas, thawed2 cups cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, bouillon, dill, salt, lemon zest and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/3 cup chopped onion1 celery rib, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1-1/4 cups salsa2 tablespoons chili sauce2/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese blendSour cream Preparation Prepare and bake cornbread according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, red pepper, onion and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes1 cup chopped onion1 cup diced celery1 cup sliced fresh carrots1/2 cup chopped green pepper4 cups beef broth2 cups water1 cup spaghetti sauce2/3 cup medium pearl barley1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil3/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, brown meat in oil over medium heat; drain. Meanwhile, in a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the vegetables, broth, water, spaghetti sauce, barley and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 large onion, sliced1 fresh beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds), cut in half1/4 teaspoon pepper1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained3/4 cup beef broth1/2 cup chili sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold water Preparation Place onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Rub brisket with pepper; place over onion. Top with mushrooms. In a small bowl, combine the broth, chili sauce, brown sugar and garlic; pour over brisket....

Ingredients 4 medium firm bananas1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup rum1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toastedOptional: Coconut ice cream, vanilla wafers and cream-filled wafer cookies Preparation Cut bananas in half lengthwise, then widthwise. Layer sliced bananas and pineapple in bottom of a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Combine butter, brown sugar, rum and coconut extract in a small bowl; pour over fruit....

Ingredients 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1/2 cup cold water1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1/4 cup sugar2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme2 envelopes whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)Red and green candied cherries, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine gelatin and water; set aside. In a saucepan, bring pineapple and sugar to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin mixture until completely dissolved....