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Ingredients 3 flour tortillas (6 inches)2 tablespoons butter, divided3 ounces uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage1 tablespoon diced seeded jalapeno pepper2 garlic cloves, minced2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning4 eggs, lightly beaten3 tablespoons picante sauce Preparation Cut tortillas into quarters; place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 3-5 minutes or until crisp. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter....

Ingredients 1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 bottle (32 ounces) tomato juice1 package (5 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and diced1/2 cup chopped cucumber1/3 cup chopped green onions2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon dill weed1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a blender, combine clam juice and cream cheese; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-2/3 cups Caesar salad croutons, crushed1/4 cup sesame seeds2 eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips2 teaspoons butter2 teaspoons canola oil Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, combine crushed croutons and sesame seeds. Place eggs in a third shallow bowl. Coat chicken with flour mixture, then dip in eggs and coat with crouton mixture....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 1/2 lb. medium shrimp Coarse salt ground pepper 1 tsp. mustard seeds 2 leeks 2 carrots 5 clove garlic 1 c. couscous 1 c. frozen peas Preparation Step 1In a 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Toss shrimp with salt and pepper. Saute, tossing, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Remove.Step 2Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to pan; stir in mustard seeds....

Ingredients 1 3/4 c. chocolate cookie crumbs 1/3 c. sugar 1/3 c. butter, melted 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 c. Skippy All-Natural Peanut Butter Spread 8 oz. whipped cream cheese, softened 1 c. sugar 1 tbsp. butter, softened 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. whipped cream, whipped until firm 8 oz. semisweet chocolate chips 1 c. heavy cream 1/4 c. chopped peanuts, optional 1/4 c. chopped chocolate cookies, optional Preparation Step 1Make the crust: Preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 6 thick slices pancetta or thick-sliced bacon, chopped6 pounds bone-in beef short ribs1 teaspoon plus 1 cup kosher salt, divided1 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil3 medium carrots, chopped1 medium red onion, chopped1 cup beef broth1 cup dry red wine1/4 cup honey1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano2 garlic cloves, minced2 pounds small red potatoes4 teaspoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold water...

Ingredients 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained4 green onions, chopped1/4 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons prepared horseradish2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon saltBaked pita chips and assorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a greased 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Serve with chips or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons shortening2/3 cup waterOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar and honey Preparation In a small bowl, combine dry ingredients; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until mixture holds together. On a lightly floured surface, knead dough for 1-2 minutes or until smooth. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Roll out to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in....

Ingredients 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon water, divided 1/2 cup quick-cooking grits1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons prepared pesto1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper7 large eggs, divided use1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds pork steak, cubed1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 large potato, peeled and cubed1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 beef bouillon cube1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 eggs3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed Preparation In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, cook pork in oil until browned, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 jar (21.1 ounces) orange breakfast drink mix1 jar (6 ounces) sugar-free instant lemon iced tea mix2/3 cup sweetened lemonade drink mix2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground clovesADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR HOT SPICED TEA:1 cup boiling waterADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR HOT SPICED PUNCH:2 quarts apple juice or cider1-1/2 cups cranberry juice3 cinnamon sticks (3-1/2 inches) Preparation In an airtight container, combine the first five ingredients. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/3 cup garlic-herb spreadable cheese4 slices thinly sliced deli ham1/2 cup packed fresh baby spinach Preparation Separate crescent dough into four rectangles; seal perforations. Spread cheese over each rectangle to within 1/4 in. of edges; top with ham and spinach. Roll up each jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seams to seal. Cut each into six slices. Place the slices cut side down on a greased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil3 cups fresh baby spinach1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon prepared pesto, divided1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add spinach; cook and stir just until wilted. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup pesto....

Ingredients 1 bunch kale1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2/3 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Preparation Trim kale, discarding the thick ribs and stems. Chop leaves. In a Dutch oven, saute kale leaves in oil until wilted. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, salt and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until kale is tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon sugar1/3 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons vegetable oil Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch, sugar, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. In a small skillet, stir-fry the broccoli and garlic in oil for 2 minutes. Stir broth mixture and add to broccoli mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until broccoli is tender and sauce is thickened....

Ingredients 3/4 lb. hot Italian sausage 1 medium yellow onion 1 medium green bell pepper 1 medium red bell pepper 1 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1 can whole tomatoes 1/4 c. loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley Preparation Step 1Remove casings from sausage; crumble into 1-inch pieces. Heat a large saute pan over medium heat. Add sausage; cook, stirring often, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups potato sticks1-1/2 cups cheddar-flavored snack crackers1-1/2 cups sourdough pretzel nuggets3 tablespoons butter1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds1-1/2 teaspoons dried minced garlic1-1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine potato sticks, crackers and pretzels. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in remaining ingredients. Drizzle over cracker mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef3 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup canned sliced mushrooms6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup mayonnaise6 hamburger buns, splitLettuce leaves and tomato slices, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beef, onion, garlic salt and pepper. Shape into 6 patties, 3/4 in. thick. In a small bowl, combine the cheese, mushrooms, bacon and mayonnaise; chill. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 5-7 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 2 red snapper fillets (about 7 ounces each)1 tablespoon lemon juiceDash pepper1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup butter1/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons sliced green onion Preparation Place the fillets in a shallow 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with lemon juice and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/4 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup sherry or additional reduced-sodium beef broth1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir flour for 4-5 minutes or until light tan in color. Immediately transfer to a small bowl; whisk in broth until smooth....