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Ingredients 3 to 4 medium zucchini (1-3/4 to 2 pounds)12 ounces Italian sausage, cooked and drained1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups milk1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Preparation Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Reserve pulp. Cook shells in salted water for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 1/2 tsp. olive oil 3/4 lb. cured chorizo or other spicy hard sausage such as pepperoni 1 onion 1/2 c. dry white wine 10 cloves garlic 3 c. bottled clam juice 1 1/2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (one 15-ounce can) 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 baguette 1/2 c. mayonnaise c. drained bottled roasted red peppers 1/4 tsp. cayenne 3/4 lb. large shrimp...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 fresh beef brisket (7 to 8 pounds)RUB:2 tablespoons garlic powder2 tablespoons onion powder2 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon ground mustard1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon smoked sea saltMOP SAUCE:2 cups beef broth1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons hickory-flavored liquid smoke Preparation Brush olive oil over brisket. Combine rub ingredients; rub over both sides of beef. Place brisket on a rimmed baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate overnight or up to 2 days....

Ingredients 1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 cup molasses1 egg3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup water Preparation In a bowl, beat the oil and sugars. Beat in molasses and egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt; stir into molasses mixture alternately with water. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done....

Ingredients 1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons honey2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon ground ginger12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Pour 1/3 cup marinade into a bowl or dish. Add the scallops; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Place remaining marinade in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until slightly thickened....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. tomatoes (about 3) 1/2 c. Kalamata or other black olives 1/4 lb. feta cheese 3 tbsp. drained capers 3 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3/4 lb. spaghetti 6 tbsp. olive oil 3 cloves garlic Preparation Step 1In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, feta, capers, parsley, salt and pepper.Step 2In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti until just done, about 12 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup water1/4 cup lemon zest strips (about 1-1/2 lemons)3/4 cup lemon juice (about 3 lemons)1 cup club soda, chilled Preparation In a small saucepan, heat sugar and water over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, stirring frequently. Stir in lemon strips. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer to a pitcher. Stir in lemon juice; cover and refrigerate until chilled....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons brown sugar1 cup pecan halves2/3 cup canola oil1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup lemon juice3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion1 teaspoon salt2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach2 medium pears, peeled and cubed3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until dissolved. Add pecans; cook for 3-5 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently....

Ingredients 2 c. cranberries 1 c. diced white onion 2 clove garlic 1 c. packed light brown sugar 1 c. red wine vinegar 2 c. dark ale or lager beer 1 c. Worcestershire sauce c. soy sauce 6 boneless choice rib eye steaks kosher salt Black pepper 3 tbsp. olive oil Preparation Step 1 Make the sauce: Combine all ingredients in a stainless steel saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened and reduced slightly, about 1 hour....

Ingredients 1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup Strawberry Orange Vinegar or raspberry vinegar2 tablespoons orange juice1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/3 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds Preparation In a blender, combine the first 6 ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Chill until serving.

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage2-1/2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms2 medium green peppers, chopped1 large tomato, seeded and chopped1 medium red onion, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed1 cup sour creamTortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until no longer pink; drain. Add the next 8 ingredients; cook until the vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water (70° to 80°)2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/4 cup dried minced onion2 teaspoons sugar1-1/4 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon onion powder3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole wheat flour1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place the water, 1 tablespoon oil, minced onion, sugar, salt, dill, onion powder, flours and yeast in the order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups (188 grams) all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups (188 grams) cake flour1/4 teaspoon sugar2 tablespoons (26 grams) baking powder1 teaspoon fine sea salt1 cup (227 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/2 cup (30 grams) chopped scallions2 cups (227 grams) shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1-1/2 to 2 cups (355 to 473 milliliters) buttermilk, room temperature1 large egg, room temperature, beaten Preparation Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 375°F (190°C)....

Ingredients 1 3/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. water 2 tbsp. light corn syrup 6 large egg whites 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Heat 1 1/2 cups sugar, the water, and corn syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves. Raise heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Cook, washing down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush to prevent sugar crystals from forming, until syrup reaches 230 degrees F on a candy thermometer....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef top round steak (1/2 pound), cut into 2 piecesDash seasoned salt, optionalDash pepperDash garlic powder1 cup Italian salad dressing1/2 cup water1 tablespoon browning sauce, optional 2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces2 medium red potatoes, cubed1 small onion, sliced1/2 small green pepper, cut into small chunks Preparation Sprinkle 1 side of each piece of steak with seasoned salt, if desired, and pepper; sprinkle other side with garlic powder....

Ingredients 1 cup hot water1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon ketchup1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon chili powder1 large onion, halved and sliced1 boneless pork loin roast (2-1/2 pounds), halved4 medium potatoes (about 1-3/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces1 package (16 ounces) frozen sliced carrots, thawed2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first nine ingredients until blended....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon softened butter, divided 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley6 cups warm mashed potatoes (without added milk or butter) Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, 1/4 cup butter, salad dressing mix and parsley; stir in mashed potatoes. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours....

Ingredients 1 large egg white2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup unblanched almonds1 cup pecan halves1 cup shelled walnuts1 cup unsalted cashews1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar4 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons water Preparation In a large bowl, whisk egg white and vanilla until blended; stir in nuts. In a small bowl, mix sugars, spices and salt. Add to nut mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1 cup vegetable stock1/2 cup chunky peanut butter3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons red curry paste4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: Chopped fresh cilantro and chopped salted peanuts Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 13 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks1 tablespoon vegetable oil12 ounces smoked kielbasa or other link sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 cup sliced celery1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons cornstarchHot cooked rice Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple and juice aside. Heat oil in a skillet; cook the sausage, onion, green pepper and celery until vegetables are crisp-tender....