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Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth3 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes2 to 4 tablespoons Louisiana-style hot sauce2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast2 cups frozen corn3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese...

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained2 medium carrots, sliced1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed Preparation In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender. Add the broth, beans, tomatoes, carrots, macaroni and oregano. Cook until vegetables and macaroni are tender, about 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup, undiluted1/2 cup beef gravy1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon cold waterHot cooked noodlesMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup, gravy and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. In a small bowl, combine flour and water until smooth; stir into beef mixture....

Ingredients 1 small pie pumpkin (about 2 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup uncooked brown rice1 cup water1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted3 dried apricots, chopped2 tablespoons raisins1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon curry powder1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom, optional1/8 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation Wash pumpkin; cut into 6 wedges. Remove loose fibers and seeds from the inside, and discard seeds or save them for toasting. Brush wedges with oil. Place on an ungreased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 cup cold water1/4 cup plum sauce1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon soy sauce1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin 2-inch strips1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 medium carrots, thinly sliced4 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon minced garlic3 tablespoons salted peanuts, choppedHot cooked rice, optional2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 1/2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (one 16-ounce can) 1/4 tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 1/4 c. water 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley 3/4 tsp. salt 1 lb. medium shrimp 3/4 lb. Vermicelli Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches), see below1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch2-1/2 cups half-and-half cream4 large egg yolks6 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped3 tablespoons Cognac or brandy1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon Cognac or brandy1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugarBaking cocoa Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge....

Ingredients 4 cups coleslaw mix1 medium sweet red or green pepper, finely chopped5 tablespoons sugar5 tablespoons cider vinegar1/4 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup cola, divided1 cup barbecue sauce10 sandwich buns, split Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with seasoned salt and garlic powder. Pour 1/4 cup cola over roast. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender. Remove roast; cool slightly. Shred meat with 2 forks and return to slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. caraway seeds 3 whole cloves 1 star anise 1/2 tbsp. black peppercorns 1/2 c. kosher salt 1 boneless pork shoulder 2 c. shredded or thinly sliced red cabbage 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar salt and pepper 4 ciabatta rolls 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 large jalapeño pepper (see Tip) Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.Step 2Combine the caraway, cloves, star anise, and peppercorns in a spice grinder and process until they have the coarseness of salt....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups water1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 envelope onion soup mix1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans3 small carrots, halved and thinly sliced2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 pound smoked sausage, halved and thinly sliced2-1/2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients. bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 14 jalapeno peppers4 ounces cream cheese, softened14 miniature smoked sausages7 bacon strips Preparation Cut a lengthwise slit in each pepper; remove seeds and membranes. Spread a teaspoonful of cream cheese into each pepper; stuff each with a sausage. Cut bacon strips in half widthwise; cook in a microwave or skillet until partially cooked. Wrap a bacon piece around each pepper; secure with a toothpick. Place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish....

Ingredients 2-2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup raisins or chopped pitted dried plums (prunes)1/4 cup chopped dried apricots2 tablespoons sesame seeds1/4 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup honey1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips or M&M’s Preparation In a large metal bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small saucepan, bring the oil and honey just to a boil. Immediately remove from the heat; pour over coconut mixture, stirring to coat evenly....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1 cup water9 cups sliced fresh or frozen peaches1/4 cup butter1 tablespoon fresh lemon juiceTOPPING:2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 cup butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest, optionalVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a Dutch oven, combine brown sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Add peaches; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1-1/2 cups chopped onions1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup picante sauce3/4 cup water1 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, beans, picante sauce, water, cumin, salt, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 tablespoons butter1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups beef broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilesBISCUITS:3 cups biscuit/baking mix3/4 cup cornmeal1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese4-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 cup 2% milk...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground pork1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) V8 juice1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles2 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon seasoned pepperShredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the pork, onion and peppers over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinned chicken breast halves cut in thin strips3/4 cup bottled Italian dressing1 small mild onion, sliced, separated into rings1 small green pepper, sliced in strips1 small red pepper, sliced in strips1 small yellow pepper, sliced in strips1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 teaspoon garlic salt2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juiceSalt to tasteBlack pepper to tasteFlour tortillasPicante sauceSour cream Preparation In heavy plastic bag, combine chicken strips and dressing; refrigerate several hours or overnight, turning bag occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package (5-1/4 ounces) ice cream sugar cones, crushed1/4 cup ground pecans1/3 cup butter, melted2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened2 medium ripe bananas, mashed2 large firm bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices2 cups strawberry ice cream, softened1 pint fresh strawberries1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the crushed ice cream cones, pecans and butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 10-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup strawberry yogurt1/3 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries1/2 medium firm banana, chopped4 ice cubes8 teaspoons sugar Preparation In a blender, combine all of the ingredients; cover and process for 30-45 seconds or until smooth. Stir if necessary. Pour into 2 chilled glasses; serve immediately.