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Ingredients 1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage1 medium onion, chopped3 cups cooked rice1 each medium green, sweet red and yellow pepper, diced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup, undiluted Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage and onion until the sausage is browned and onion is tender; drain. Add the rice, peppers and soups; mix well. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in....

Ingredients 1/2 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces3 medium zucchini, sliced3 medium tomatoes, sliced1 medium green pepper, julienned1/4 cup butter, melted1 envelope onion soup mix1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Divide between two pieces of double-layered heavy-duty foil (about 12-in. square). Fold foil around sausage mixture and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon sesame oilDash soy sauceDash ground ginger3-1/2 quarts popped popcornRice cracker mix (with wasabi peas), optionalHoney-roasted peanuts, optional Preparation Mix first four ingredients; toss with popcorn. If desired, stir in cracker mix and peanuts. Store in airtight containers.

Ingredients 12 ounces pancetta, diced2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, halved3 tablespoons capers, drained1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons champagne vinegar1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup golden raisins1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted1 teaspoon grated lemon zest Preparation In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until browned. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon. Add Brussels sprouts to pan; cook and stir until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper2 boneless turkey breast halves (2 pounds each)1/3 cup waterCOMPOTE:2 medium apples, peeled and finely chopped2 cups fresh raspberries2 cups fresh blueberries1 cup white grape juice1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation Mix salt, garlic powder, thyme and pepper; rub over turkey breasts. Place in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour water around turkey. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours (a thermometer inserted in turkey should read at least 165°)....

Ingredients 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 cups water1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel white corn, drained or 1-1/4 cups frozen shoepeg corn1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 to 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a large skillet, saute chicken and onion in oil until onion is tender....

Ingredients 5 medium ripe bananas2-1/2 cups self-rising flour1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon ground cinnamonCinnamon sugar, optional Preparation Place a piece of parchment in a 5-quart slow cooker, letting ends extend up sides. Grease paper with cooking spray. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Pour batter into prepared slow cooker. If desired, sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the top of batter. Cover slow cooker with a double layer of white paper towels; place lid securely over towels....

Ingredients 3/4 cup canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed1 envelope (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing mix2 packages (10 ounces each) oyster crackers Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the oil, dill and salad dressing mix. Place the crackers in a large bowl; pour dressing mixture over crackers and toss gently to coat. Allow to stand at least 1 hour before serving.

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1/2 pound ground beef1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 teaspoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup, tomato sauce, onion, parsley, salt and oregano; heat through....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups apple cider or juice3 cups apricot nectar1 cup peach nectar or additional apricot nectar1/4 cup water3 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon grated orange zest8 whole clovesOptional: Orange slices and lemon zest strips Preparation In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine first seven ingredients. Place cinnamon sticks, ginger, orange zest and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth....

Ingredients 1 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 medium onion, finely chopped1 small green pepper, finely chopped1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup stir-fry sauce1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce8 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves1/4 cup salted peanuts2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro...

Ingredients 2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken broth1 pound bulk hot or mild Italian sausage1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted or Italian diced tomatoes1 teaspoon Italian seasoning3 cups fresh spinach, thinly sliced Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring broth to a boil. Carefully drop sausage by heaping teaspoonfuls into boiling broth. Add tortellini, tomatoes and Italian seasoning; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until sausage is cooked through and pasta is tender....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 lb. sirloin steak 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1 large onion 1 lb. baking potatoes (about 2) 1/2 lb. green beans 2 c. water 1 qt. canned low-sodium chicken-broth or homemade stock 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce Preparation Step 1In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderately high heat. Add half the steak and cook, stirring frequently, until well browned, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 4 large Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cut into chunks2 tablespoons water2 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 cup sliced fresh strawberries2/3 cup orange juice1/2 cup sugar4 teaspoons grated orange zest Preparation Combine apples and water in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the rhubarb, strawberries, orange juice, sugar and orange zest. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-16 minutes or until desired consistency....

Ingredients 2 pita breads (6 inches)1/4 cup refried black beans1/4 cup salsa1/2 cup cubed cooked chicken breast1 tablespoon chopped green chiles1 tablespoon sliced ripe olives1/3 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 green onion, chopped Preparation Place pita breads on an ungreased baking sheet; spread with beans. Top with salsa, chicken, chiles, olives and cheese. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream; sprinkle with onion....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 medium onion, chopped8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced2 tablespoons butter3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 to 3 medium carrots, finely chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted9 ounces cheese tortellini, cooked and drained1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 quarts half-and-half cream1/2 cup grated Romano cheese Preparation Crumble sausage into a large skillet....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) medium egg noodles1 pound fully cooked smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage until heated through; drain. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Combine the soup, sour cream, cheese, seasoned salt and pepper; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed6 medium tomatoes (about 2 pounds), sliced3 green onions, coarsely choppedDRESSING:1/4 cup lime juice2 ounces crumbled blue cheese5 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon pine nuts2 tablespoons fresh savory leaves Preparation Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water....

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil3 tablespoons ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar3/4 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown chops on both sides. Mix ketchup, brown sugar and beer; pour over chops. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper1 beef top sirloin steak (1 inch thick and 1 pound)3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette, divided1 medium onion, sliced2 tablespoons butter1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens1/2 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, cayenne and pepper. Rub over both sides of steak. Brush with 1/4 cup vinaigrette....