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Ingredients 2 cups cornmeal1/2 cup pancake mix2-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 egg1 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons canola oil3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauceOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, pancake mix, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk, oil, jalapenos, onion and pepper sauce. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined....

Ingredients 1 cup olive oil1/3 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon saltSALAD:6 cups fresh baby spinach (about 6 ounces)2 medium peaches, sliced1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms3 large hard-boiled large eggs, halved and sliced1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced1/4 cup sliced almonds, toastedGrated Parmesan cheese Preparation Place the first 6 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, partially thawed2 cups frozen unsweetened raspberries, partially thawed1/3 cup sugar3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons orange juiceFresh raspberries and lime wedges, optional Preparation Place the strawberries, raspberries, sugar and juices in a blender. Cover and process for 2-3 minutes or until smooth. Transfer to a 13x9-in. dish. Freeze 1 hour or until edges begin to firm. Stir and return to freezer. Freeze 2 hours longer or until firm....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons ghee or canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds3/4 cup cold waterFILLING:5 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped6 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 cup fresh or frozen peas, thawed1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon garam masala1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds1/2 teaspoon saltOptional: Fennel seeds, crushed coriander seeds, caraway seeds or amchur (dried mango powder) Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, ghee, salt and caraway seeds until mixture resembles bread crumbs....

Ingredients 5 medium potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and quartered1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 pound Italian sausage links, cooked and cut into 1-inch pieces4 bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed (7 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation Place potatoes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the salt, oregano, paprika and garlic salt; sprinkle half over potatoes. Arrange sausage and chicken over the potatoes....

Ingredients 2 medium acorn squash1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1/2 cup chopped onion1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped1/2 cup dried cranberries1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1 large egg2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Halve squash lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash in a microwave-safe dish, cut side down. Microwave, covered, on high until tender, 10-12 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage with onion over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice salt Freshly ground pepper cilantro sprigs 1/2 lb. cauliflower 4 oz. snow peas 1/4 c. creamy peanut butter 2 tbsp. creamy peanut butter 1 1/2 tbsp. salted peanuts 2 tbsp. dry bread crumbs 1/2 c. plus 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil 1 tbsp. grapeseed oil 16 large sea scallops 2 tsp. madras curry powder Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. In a small bowl, stir the curry powder into 1/4 cup of the oil and let stand for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 small carrot, julienned and cut into 2-inch pieces1/4 cup sliced celery3 tablespoons sliced water chestnuts1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce3/4 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the broccoli, carrot, celery, water chestnuts, water and soy sauce; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each) Preparation In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic and pepper. Add pork chops and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain pork chops, discarding marinade. Grill chops on greased grill rack, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 package (8 ounces) no-cook lasagna noodles4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain....

Ingredients 10 bacon strips, chopped1 pound Swiss chard, leaves chopped and stems julienned1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers12 slices white bread, toasted and cubed2 cups smoked Gouda or smoked Gruyere cheese, shredded2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded10 large eggs3-1/2 cups 2% milk2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked cavatappi pasta or elbow macaroni3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese2 cups shredded cooked chicken6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 cup crushed kettle-cooked potato chips or panko bread crumbs Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain. Preheat broiler. In a 10-inch cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste3 to 4 teaspoons chili powder1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry3 greens onions, chopped1/3 cup sour cream1/4 cup 4% cottage cheese, drained1-1/2 cups shredded Colby/Monterey Jack cheese, divided6 to 8 corn tortillas (7 inches) Preparation For the sauce, whisk the broth, tomato paste and chili powder in a saucepan. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 pounds ground beef4 medium onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup A.1. steak sauce2 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper15 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions, celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, steak sauce, chili powder, paprika and pepper....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. sugar 2 tbsp. sugar 1 large egg 1/2 c. milk 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 lb. strawberries Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 10-inch pie plate. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together into a medium bowl.Step 2Put butter and 1 cup sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment....

Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons water2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces3 cups fresh cauliflowerets2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed2 jars (15 ounces each) tikka masala curry sauce3/4 teaspoon saltMinced fresh cilantro, optional Naan flatbreads, warmed Preparation Microwave sweet potatoes and water, covered, on high just until potatoes begin to soften, 3-4 minutes. In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine vegetables and chicken; add sauce and salt....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1/3 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped green pepper1 celery rib, sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce2 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion, green pepper, celery and garlic over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons dried minced onion2 teaspoons ground mustard1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers1/2 cup sesame seeds2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breastsSAUCE:1 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons honey Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion and mustard. In another shallow bowl, combine the crackers and sesame seeds. Cut chicken lengthwise into 1/4-in. strips. Dip strips into mayonnaise mixture, then into the sesame seed mixture. Place in a single layer on a large greased baking sheet....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder6 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken with rice soup, undiluted Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, mustard, seasoned salt and garlic powder. Add pork chops, one at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil on both sides....

Ingredients 1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound)1 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing1/4 cup Dijon mustard1/4 cup lemon juice6 slices French bread (1 inch thick)12 cups torn romaine1 medium tomato, chopped Preparation Place steak in a shallow dish. In a bowl, combine the salad dressing, mustard and lemon juice; set aside 3/4 cup. Pour remaining dressing mixture over the steak. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, turning occasionally. Brush both sides of bread with 1/4 cup of the reserved dressing mixture....