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Ingredients 2 cups fresh blueberries1 cup ginger beer or ginger ale1/2 cup balsamic ketchup2 tablespoons steak sauce2 tablespoons honey1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSLIDERS:2 packages (12 ounces each) Hawaiian sweet rolls3 tablespoons butter, softened3 pounds ground beef1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 teaspoon pepper6 slices sharp white cheddar or provolone cheese, quartered1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced3 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced Preparation In a saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)1 medium onion, sliced3 cans (15 ounces each) pork and beans1-1/2 cups barbecue sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with onion. In a large bowl, combine the beans, barbecue sauce, brown sugar and garlic powder; pour over meat. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1 cup warm water1 tablespoon beef base1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 large onion, coarsely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, whisk water and beef base; add mushrooms, onion and garlic. Sprinkle roast with pepper; transfer to slow cooker. Drizzle with Worcestershire sauce. Cook roast, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1 large egg white1 teaspoon water3 cups unsalted dry roasted peanuts1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground coriander Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg white and water until frothy. Stir in peanuts. Combine sugar and spices; add to peanut mixture, stirring gently to coat. Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring twice....

Ingredients 1/2 cup vegetable oil2 to 3 tablespoons cider or white wine vinegar2 to 3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon poppy seeds1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard10 cups torn spinach2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/2 cup chopped Vidalia or sweet onion Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; shake well. Just before serving, combine spinach, strawberries, pecans and onion in a large salad bowl....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 to 2 pounds beef eye round roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/4 cup chopped onion3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups beef stock or broth2 cups water1 bay leaf4 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped2 sprigs celery leaves, chopped1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1-1/2 cups sliced carrots1-1/2 cups chopped celery1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste Preparation In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat; add oil....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 cup boiling water2 tablespoons cornstarch1/3 cup soy sauce1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 large green pepper, julienned1 cup julienned carrots or sliced celery5 green onions, cut into 1-inch piecesHot cooked rice Preparation Dissolve bouillon in the boiling water. Combine the cornstarch and soy sauce until smooth; add to bouillon....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional 2 cups vanilla yogurt1 cup sliced fresh strawberries2 cups Apple Cinnamon Cheerios1 medium apple, diced1/4 cup cinnamon baking chips Preparation If desired, add cinnamon to yogurt. Layer 1/4 cup each yogurt, strawberries and cereal into four parfait glasses. Top with remaining yogurt, apples, cereal and cinnamon chips. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped4 tablespoons butter, divided3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon white pepper1-1/2 cups milk1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn3-1/2 cups (10 ounces) egg noodles, cooked and drained1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook the sausage, green pepper and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 1 small green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil3 cans (7 ounces each) white or shoepeg corn, drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers3 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, saute green pepper, onion and celery in oil until tender. Remove from heat; stir in corn, soup, sour cream, cheese and pepper....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 envelope taco seasoning1-1/2 cups water1 can (16 ounces) mild chili beans, undrained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 can (10 ounces) diced tomato with green chiles1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, optional1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups frozen corn1 large onion, chopped1 medium zucchini, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 ounce Mexican chocolate, chopped1 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 tablespoon cornmeal1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optionalOptional toppings: Diced tomatoes and chopped green onions...

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon sesame oil3/4 pound fresh or frozen sugar snap peas1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 2-4 minutes or until peas are crisp-tender. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 3 cups cooked brown or white rice1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained1-1/4 cups sour cream1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSliced ripe olives, chopped tomatoes and green onions, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the rice, beef, sour cream, 3/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, 3/4 cup of cheddar cheese, chilies, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 pounds chicken wings1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powderGLAZE:2/3 cup maple syrup2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper2 teaspoons soy sauce1 garlic clove, mincedChopped green onions, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Line two 15x10x1-in. baking pans with foil and coat with cooking spray; set aside. Using a sharp knife, cut through the 2 wing joints; discard wing tips. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, baking powder, pepper, salt and garlic powder....

Ingredients 1 can (4 ounces) tiny shrimp, rinsed and drained2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/4 cup finely chopped celery3 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoningBread or crackers Preparation Combine the first eight ingredients; mix well. Use as a sandwich spread or serve on crackers.

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef2 medium onions, thinly sliced3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1 large green pepper, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 celery ribs, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1/4 teaspoon dried basil Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Layer beef with onions, potatoes and green pepper, seasoning each layer lightly with salt and pepper. Top with celery, tomatoes and basil....

Ingredients 1 spiral-sliced fully cooked bone-in ham (5 pounds)1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 medium onion, sliced Preparation Place ham in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, butter, cider vinegar, garlic and red pepper flakes; pour over ham. Top with onion slices. Cover and cook on low until a thermometer reads 140°, 4-5 hours....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh snow peas, strings removed3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt2 cups grape tomatoes Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add snow peas; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender and bright green, 1-2 minutes. Drain and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, garlic powder and seasoned salt. Place bowl in the center of a serving platter....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 cup sherry or water2 tablespoons cornstarch2 teaspoons sugar2 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges1/2 pound fresh snow peasHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch and sugar. Transfer 1/4 cup mixture to a large bowl; stir in 1 tablespoon oil and garlic....