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Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets (about 7 cups)1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms3/4 cup water6 tablespoons butter, divided 4 shallots, finely chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream3/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese1/4 cup panko bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place 1 in. of water and cauliflower in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, covered, until tender, 7-10 minutes....

Ingredients 4 large eggs4 cans (6 ounces each) shrimp, rinsed and drained, or 2 cups peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)1/2 pound haddock, cooked and flaked1-1/2 cups pancake mix2 tablespoons cornmeal1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon paprika1/2 cup dry bread crumbs3 to 4 tablespoons canola oil8 hamburger bunsOptional: Lettuce leaves, tomato slices, onion slices and Sriracha mayonnaise Preparation In a large bowl, beat the eggs....

Ingredients 1 medium sweet red pepper1/2 pound fresh chorizo, casings removed, or bulk spicy pork sausage1/2 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheeseFOR DECORATION:1 large egg, lightly beatenGreen food coloring, optional 2 tablespoons sesame seeds2 slices ripe olive Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut one small strip of red pepper and reserve; chop remaining pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chorizo, beef, pepper, onion and garlic, crumbling meat, until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 tubes (13.8 ounces each) refrigerated pizza crust1 pound ground beef1 can (15-1/2 ounces) sloppy joe sauce2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Unroll pizza dough; place on two greased 12-in. pizza pans. Bake at 425° for 6-7 minutes or until golden brown. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add sloppy joe sauce. Spread over crusts....

Ingredients 4 pounds boneless pork shoulder butt roast, cut into 2-in. pieces1-1/2 cups dry red wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth4 garlic cloves, minced4 bay leaves1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon paprika2 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup water12 bolillos or hoagie buns, split, optional Preparation Place pork in a large bowl; add wine, garlic and seasonings. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate overnight. Transfer pork mixture to a 5- or 6-qt....

Ingredients 1 package Swiss chocolate or devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix3 large eggs1-1/4 cups milk1/2 cup canola oilFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 cup confectioners’ sugar10 milk chocolate candy bars with almonds (1.45 ounces each), divided1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, sift the cake and pudding mixes. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and oil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon olive oil1 smoked ham hock1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesOptional: Sour cream and jalapeno Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) yellow hominy, drained2 cups chopped tomatoes1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet that has been coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender. Add the hominy, tomatoes, chilies, chili powder, cumin and pepper; mix gently. Transfer to a 2-qt....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 large onion, finely chopped2 pounds plum tomatoes, chopped (about 5 cups)1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 ounces uncooked spaghetti1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil1 teaspoon sugar, optionalGrated Romano cheeseAdditional basil Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 20-25 minutes. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain....

Ingredients 2 large egg whites1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon mint or vanilla extractBlack nonpareilsOrange sprinkles Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 200°. Add cream of tartar to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham, julienned1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms1/2 small red onion, sliced1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary2 garlic cloves, minced1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled2 cups shredded fontina cheese1/2 cup grated Romano cheese Preparation Roll dough into a 12x9-in. rectangle; transfer to a greased baking sheet and build up edges slightly....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. pork loin 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 1/2 tsp. cornstarch 1 tbsp. water 1 onion 3 carrots 1/2 lb. bok choy 2 cloves garlic 1/2 tsp. celery seeds 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/4 c. fresh orange juice Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, toss the pork loin with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper....

Ingredients FILLING:3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb (1-inch pieces)1 quart fresh strawberries, mashed2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup sugar1/3 cup cornstarchCAKE:3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup butter, cut into pieces1-1/2 cups buttermilk2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1/4 cup butter3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar Preparation In a large saucepan, combine rhubarb, strawberries and lemon juice. Cover and cook over medium heat about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb4 cups quartered fresh strawberries1/4 cup orange liqueur or orange juice1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom3/4 cup butter, melted and divided 1 package spice cake mix (regular size)Whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with cake mix....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained2 cans (14 ounces each) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 large sweet pepper, thinly sliced1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon pepper2 packages (14 ounces each) smoked sausage, sliced12 pretzel sausage buns, warmed and split partway Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine first 7 ingredients. In a large skillet, saute sausage over medium-high heat until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 pound smoked turkey kielbasa, sliced3 cups julienned mixed sweet peppers1 medium red onion, thinly sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed4 tablespoons fat-free sour cream1 small tomato, chopped Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the broth, oil, vinegar, soy sauce Worcestershire sauce, herbs and pepper; add the sausage, peppers, onion and mushrooms....

Ingredients 2 baking potatoes1 package (12 ounces) bulk pork sausage1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheeseDash pepper1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; bake at 400° for 1 hour or until tender. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Cool potatoes slightly; cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp and place in a bowl; add butter and mash. Stir in Parmesan cheese, pepper and sausage....

Ingredients 3 cups water1 cup quick-cooking grits4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed3 fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links (3 ounces each), cut into 1/2-inch slices2 teaspoons canola oil, divided2 garlic cloves, minced2 green onions, chopped, divided4 teaspoons whole wheat flour1-1/2 cups chicken broth1/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 medium tomato, chopped Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tablespoon olive oil, divided2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon pepper, dividedDash crushed red pepper flakes2 shallots, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice1/2 cup white wine2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar4 fresh thyme sprigs1/4 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend1/4 cup half-and-half cream10 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced2 tablespoons minced chivesShredded Parmesan cheese and minced fresh parsley, optional...

Ingredients 2 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles1/4 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined1 teaspoon canola oil1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 egg, beaten1-1/2 cups coleslaw mix2 green onions, thinly sliced3 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons sugar4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon fish sauce or additional reduced-sodium soy sauce1 to 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce1 tablespoon chopped salted peanutsChopped fresh cilantro leaves Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry shrimp in oil until shrimp turn pink; remove and set aside....