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Ingredients 1/2 cup orange blossom honey1/3 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons paprika2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper4 pounds chicken wings Preparation Combine honey, vinegar, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Cut through the 2 wing joints with a sharp knife, discarding wing tips. Add remaining wing pieces and honey mixture to a large bowl; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 375°. Remove wings; reserve honey mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sugar strawberry yogurt1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt1/4 cup fresh or frozen unsweetened whole strawberries, thawed and mashed1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon chopped walnutsAssorted fresh fruitAdditional walnuts, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Serve with assorted fresh fruit and additional nuts if desired.

Ingredients 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, divided4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)3 tablespoons butter, divided1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepperDash cayenne pepper1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation Sprinkle salmon with 1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper. In a large skillet, cook salmon in 2 tablespoons butter for 4-6 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt remaining butter....

Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup milk1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon butterFILLING:8 to 10 pork sausage links, halved1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches, drained1/3 cup pancake syrupDash ground nutmeg Preparation Preheat a 10-in. cast-iron skillet in a 425° oven. Meanwhile, in a large blender, combine the eggs, milk, flour, sugar and salt; cover and process until smooth. Add butter to hot skillet; return to oven until butter bubbles....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup molasses1 large egg, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon salt4-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped crystallized ginger3 tablespoons sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in molasses and egg....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons diced peeled mango1 tablespoon diced fresh pineapple1-1/2 teaspoons mango chutney1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon rice vinegar3/4 teaspoon lime juiceDash saltDash crushed red pepper flakes3 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce1 cup chopped peeled cucumber1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced2 tablespoons coarsely chopped macadamia nuts, toasted1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning6 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined6 sea scallops, halved...

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced pears, drained1 can (15 ounces) apricot halves, drained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained 8 whole cloves2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon curry powder1 cup white wine or white grape juice1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and quartered2/3 cup all-purpose flour1 egg1/2 teaspoon saltDash ground nutmeg2 tablespoons butter2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced4 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced Preparation Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Over warm burner or very low heat, stir potatoes for 1-2 minutes or until steam is evaporated. Press through a potato ricer or strainer into a small bowl; cool slightly....

Ingredients 1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup apple juice2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt4 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples2 teaspoons lemon juice1 large egg2/3 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon ground cinnamonPECAN CREAM TOPPING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedWhole pecans, toasted, optional...

Ingredients 1 large egg1/2 cup buttermilk1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika2 pounds chicken tenderloinsOil for deep-fat frying2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and buttermilk. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, pepper, salt and paprika. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then flour mixture. In an electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef or turkey3/4 cup chopped red onion5 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons tomato paste1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1-3/4 to 2 cups water1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes1 can (14-1/2 to 15 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar3 cups peeled butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 tablespoons cider vinegarOptional: Chopped avocado, plain Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese...

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size), divided2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon water1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup red raspberry preserves6 ounces cream cheese, softened3 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. For topping, in a bowl, combine 3/4 cup cake mix, butter and water; stir in pecans. For cranberry filling, in another bowl, combine cranberries, sugar, preserves and 2 tablespoons cake mix....

Ingredients 1/2 c. hickory, apple, or apricot wood chips 1/2 c. apricot preserves 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 2 tbsp. light brown sugar 1 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. sweet paprika 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 3 lb. chicken wings Preparation Step 1Light a gas grill. Wrap the wood chips in heavy-duty foil and pierce the foil packet with a skewer....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces1 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation In a large skillet, saute the beans, garlic, red pepper flakes and salt in oil for 10-12 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender.

Ingredients 3 cups chopped and seeded tomatoes1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped4 green onions, chopped1 celery rib, thinly sliced1 tomatillo, husk removed, seeded and chopped1/2 cup red wine vinaigrette2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1 bunch romaine, torn Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, pepper, pepper sauce and salt....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh torn spinach2 tablespoons water3/4 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese3 tablespoons butter, softened1 egg2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped1/3 cup finely chopped pecans, divided56 large fresh mushrooms (about 3-1/2 pounds)Refrigerated butter-flavored spray Preparation In a large saucepan, bring spinach and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain; squeeze dry and finely chop. In a large bowl, beat ricotta and butter until smooth....

Ingredients 4 hard-boiled large eggs, diced1/2 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper16 slices egg bread or white bread Preparation In a small bowl, combine the eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, dill, salt and pepper. Using a large star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 16 stars from bread slices. Spread half the bread cutouts with egg salad; top with remaining bread.

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta1 pound ground beef1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk1-1/4 cups beef broth1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce3 teaspoons ground mustard2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained4 green onions, chopped3 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking it into crumbles....

Ingredients 1 container (16 ounces) fresh strawberries, halved1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices1 cup cubed honeydew melon (1/2-inch pieces)3 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon grated lime zest Preparation In a large bowl, combine strawberries, cucumber and honeydew. Chill until serving. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Just before serving, drizzle over strawberry mixture; toss gently to coat.

Ingredients 2 cups spring mix salad greens1/2 cup chopped peeled mango1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries2 tablespoons dried cranberries3 tablespoons olive oil4 teaspoons sugar1 tablespoon balsamic vinegarDash salt2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the salad greens, mango, strawberries and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar and salt. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds.