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Ingredients 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/3 cup cider vinegar1 garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup Thai peanut sauce 2 prebaked 12-inch pizza crusts2 cups coleslaw mix2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese4 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation Place chicken in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger and pepper; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 package (14 ounces) smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 small onion, chopped1 cup chicken broth1 cup apple cider or juice1/4 teaspoon salt1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut kale or frozen chopped spinach1 cup quinoa, rinsed1 medium apple, chopped1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup dried cranberries1 teaspoon dried sage leaves Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil....

Ingredients 8 uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined6 sea scallops (about 12 ounces)1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1-1/2 cups (about 3 to 4 ounces) small fresh mushrooms, halved1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed1/4 cup finely chopped shallots1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, divided 2 large garlic cloves, minced1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons grapeseed oil...

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg, lightly beaten1 cup skim milk1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Mix egg, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cheese. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. fresh asparagus 3/4 lb. scallions 1 tsp. salt 3 1/2 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp. red wine vinegar Freshly ground pepper 3 eggs Preparation Step 1To cook the vegetables: Snap off the hard stubs at the bottom of the asparagus stalks (they’ll break naturally at the right point). With a vegetable peeler, shave off the skin from the bottom 3 inches of each stalk so they cook evenly....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth, divided1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon ground cuminDash cayenne pepper1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided Preparation In a large saucepan, cook onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons of broth over medium heat until onion is tender. Stir in the oregano, thyme, cumin and cayenne; cook for 1 minute. In a blender or food processor, cover and process half of the beans for 30 seconds; add to saucepan with the remaining beans and broth....

Ingredients 2 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered2 tablespoons butter1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons tomato paste1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium carrots, chopped1 cup beef broth1/4 cup dry white wine2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/3 cup frozen peas1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water....

Ingredients 3 cups coleslaw mix1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup canned Mexicorn1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons chopped red onion1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1/2 cup ranch salad dressing1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the salad dressing, lime juice and cumin. Pour over coleslaw; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cups 2% milk1/3 cup butter, cubed3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseSHRIMP:8 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Cajun or blackened seasoning4 green onions, chopped Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the broth, milk, butter, salt and pepper to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 12 sea scallops (1-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon peanut or canola oil1 medium red onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/4 cup mango chutney2 cups hot cooked basmati riceMinced fresh cilantro Preparation Pat scallops dry with paper towels. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm. Remove from pan....

Ingredients DRESSING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup canola oil1/3 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup ketchup1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauceSALAD:2 quarts fresh spinach leaves, torn1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 small onion, thinly sliced Preparation In a bottle or jar, combine all dressing ingredients. Shake well to mix. Set aside. In a large salad bowl, toss all salad ingredients....

Ingredients 9 whole reduced-fat cinnamon graham crackers1-3/4 cups cold fat-free milk1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant cheesecake or vanilla pudding mix1 large firm banana, sliced1/2 teaspoon lemon juice2 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided2-1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping, dividedMint sprigs, optional Preparation Line the bottom of a 9-in. square pan with 4-1/2 graham crackers. In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand until soft-set, 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups 2% milk2 large eggs1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon cider vinegarCORN BREAD DRESSING:1/2 pound bulk pork sausage8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms3 celery ribs, chopped1 large onion, chopped1-1/2 cups soft whole wheat bread crumbs (3-4 slices)3 large eggs, beaten1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary1 teaspoon pepper...

Ingredients 3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, cook and crumble sausage with onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds)1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons olive oil, divided4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation Sprinkle scallops with pepper and salt. In a large skillet, saute scallops in 1 tablespoon oil until firm and opaque. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, cook garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute. Add the juices, soy sauce and orange zest....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided2 teaspoons ground cardamom1 cup salted cashews1 cup salted peanuts1 cup pecan halves Preparation In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add 1/2 cup sugar; cook and stir over high heat until sugar is dissolved. Meanwhile, place cardamom and remaining sugar in a large bowl; set aside. Reduce heat to medium; add the cashews, peanuts and pecans to butter mixture. Cook and stir until nuts are toasted, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided1 medium lemon, thinly sliced4 garlic cloves, minced and divided1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 pound fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise8 cherry tomatoesMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Grease a 10-inch cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet with 1 teaspoon oil. Arrange lemon slices in a single layer in skillet....

Ingredients 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 shallots 1 1/2 lb. baking potatoes 6 c. chicken stock or low-sodium broth 1/2 c. heavy cream Salt and freshly ground white pepper 4 oz. fatty slab bacon 2 clove garlic 8 slice baguette Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add the shallots and cook over low heat, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the potatoes and stock and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder3 teaspoons canola oil, divided 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend4 green onions, chopped6 bacon strips, cooked and chopped Preparation Pound chicken breasts to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with seasonings. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms until tender, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan. In same pan, cook chicken in remaining oil until bottoms are browned, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup molasses4 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon saltAdditional sugarPUMPKIN DIP:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups canned pumpkin pie mix2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation Cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and molasses....