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Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 celery ribs, sliced1 medium red onion, diced1 medium tomato, diced1 cup frozen corn, thawedDRESSING:3/4 cup thick and chunky salsa1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beans, celery, onion, tomato and corn....

Ingredients 2 bacon strips, diced1/3 cup sliced celery1/4 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 can (5-1/2 ounces) spicy hot V8 juice1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon sugarDash pepper1 cup dried cheese tortelliniShredded Asiago cheese, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In the drippings, saute the celery, onion and garlic until tender....

Ingredients 16 large fresh mushrooms (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Remove stems from mushrooms and set caps aside; discard stems or save for another use. In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup chopped fresh strawberries3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; gradually stir into creamed mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons honey2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)2 cups sliced fresh strawberries Preparation In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, oil and honey; mix well. Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes; drain and cool. Arrange asparagus and strawberries on individual plates; drizzle with dressing.

Ingredients 1 small yellow summer squash, halved and sliced1 small zucchini, halved and sliced1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the squash, zucchini, mushrooms, onion and red pepper in butter for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Stir in garlic salt and pepper; sprinkle with cheese....

Ingredients 2 cups diced cooked chicken1/2 cup shredded carrots1/2 cup finely chopped fresh broccoli1/3 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 large egg white, beaten2 tablespoons slivered almonds Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Unroll crescent dough and place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; press seams and seal together, forming a 15x12-in....

Ingredients 1/2 medium head cabbage, chopped (about 4 cups)3 tablespoons vegetable oil3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 cup whole milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Minced chives, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place cabbage in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. In a saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Whisk in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes....

Ingredients 2/3 cup fine sea salt1/2 cup sugar4-1/2 teaspoons paprika1 tablespoon onion powder1 tablespoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground turmeric1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 year.

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 beef sirloin tip roast (5 to 6 pounds)BEARNAISE SAUCE:1/4 cup white wine vinegar1/2 cup chopped green onions1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon pepper4 egg yolks1 tablespoon cold water1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 cup cold butter1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Combine garlic salt and pepper; sprinkle over roast. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup ketchup1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups crushed saltines (about 40 crackers)1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup thinly sliced celery1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)Additional ketchup and mustard, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Add saltines, onion, celery and carrot. Add beef and mix well. Pat into a 10-in. nonstick skillet....

Ingredients 1 boneless skinless turkey breast half (2 pounds) or 2 pounds turkey breast tenderloins1 jar (12 ounces) turkey gravy, divided1 can (10-1/2 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper1 medium Granny Smith apple, finely chopped2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 small onion, finely chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms, optional6 cups seasoned stuffing cubes Preparation Place turkey in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, sliced1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper8 lamb loin chops (about 1-3/4 pounds)2 garlic cloves, minced Preparation Place onion in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine the oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt and pepper; rub over the lamb chops. Place chops over onion. Top with garlic. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the meat is tender.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 large egg1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 cups vanilla ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, beat butter and 3/4 cup sugar until blended. Beat in egg. In another bowl, whisk flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg1 cup sour cream5 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup mint or semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Combine the egg, sour cream, butter and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in chocolate chips. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full....

Ingredients 2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons dried basil2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperMEATBALLS:3 cups soft bread crumbs1/2 cup water2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 pound ground porkHot cooked spaghetti Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, combine the first 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 large onion, thinly sliced2 tablespoons diced pimientos6 sea bass or halibut fillets (6 ounces each)1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon ground mace1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper6 thick slices tomato1 cup thinly sliced fresh mushrooms3 tablespoons chopped green onions1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth4-1/2 teaspoons butter1/2 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation Brush oil onto bottom of a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; top with onion and pimientos....

Ingredients 2 8 oz. butterflied boneless pork chops 1 tsp. chipotle powder 1 tsp. cumin 1/2 tsp. oregano 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. coriander 1/4 tsp. allspice kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 avocado, diced 1/4 c. low-fat Greek yogurt 3 peaches, diced 1/2 shallot, minced Juice of 1 1/2 limes, divided 3 tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro 1 tsp. sugar 8 corn or flour tortillas...

Ingredients 5 cups shredded zucchini1 cup grated onion4-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1-1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric1 teaspoon celery seed3/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup white vinegar1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper4-1/2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1-1/4 teaspoons chopped seeded habanero pepper Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the zucchini, onion and salt. Seal bag and turn to coat: refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Rinse with water; drain....

Ingredients 5 cups cubed cooked chicken (about 3 whole breasts)2 cups green grape halves1 cup snow peas2 cups packed torn spinach2-1/2 cups sliced celery7 ounces spiral pasta or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained1 jar (6 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered1/2 large cucumber, sliced3 green onions with tops, slicedDRESSING:1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyOptional: Large spinach leaves and orange slices...