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Ingredients 1 eggplant 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil extra-virgin olive oil 2 ancho chiles boiling water 1 tsp. sweet smoked paprika 1 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tbsp. light brown sugar salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Light a grill. Rub the eggplant with olive oil and grill over high heat, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and the eggplant is very tender, 20 minutes. Let the eggplant cool slightly, then scoop the flesh into a colander and let stand for 10 minutes to drain....

Ingredients 2-1/3 cups self-rising flour, divided1/4 cup cold butter or shortening3/4 to 1 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place 2 cups flour in a large bowl. Cut in butter until mixture is the size of peas. Stir in 3/4 cup milk. Dough should be sticky; if needed, stir in some of the remaining milk. Place remaining flour in a small bowl. Using a 1/4-cup measuring cup dipped in flour, remove a scant 1/4 cup dough from bowl and drop into flour; gently turn to coat....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast2 cups sour cream2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 can (10 ounces) green enchilada sauce1 cup chopped green onions1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain pasta; stir into chicken mixture....

Ingredients 2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon ketchup1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/4 pounds swordfish steak Preparation In small bowl, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, parsley, lemon juice, ketchup, ginger, oregano and pepper. Set aside 2 tablespoons mixture for basting. Stir oil and garlic into remaining mixture. Place in a large resealable plastic bag; add fish....

Ingredients 2 quarts water1 cup paprika1 cup chili powder2 packages (3 ounces each) crab boil in a bag1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 medium onions, quartered, divided2 tablespoons dried rosemary, crushed2 tablespoons dried thyme10 garlic cloves, peeled and halved, divided2 quarts cold water2 turkey-size oven roasting bags1 turkey (10 to 12 pounds)1/4 cup olive oilRUB:3 tablespoons paprika3 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons garlic powder2 tablespoons ground cumin Preparation In a stockpot, combine water, paprika, chili powder, crab boil in bag, brown sugar, half of the onions rosemary, thyme and half of the garlic....

Ingredients Vegetable oil, for rack 2 lb. chicken wings 2 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 2/3 c. apricot jam 1/4 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1/4 c. sriracha 2 tbsp. sesame seeds 2 tbsp. butter 4 tsp. garlic cloves, grated or minced 2 tsp. fresh ginger, grated or minced 1 1/2 tsp. Chinese five spice powder 2 tbsp. lime juice 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil Thinly sliced scallion and/or cilantro leaves, for garnish...

Ingredients 1 pound dried green split peas2 smoked ham hocks (about 1-1/2 pounds)2 celery ribs, finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1 medium carrot, finely chopped2 chicken bouillon cubes1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper8 to 10 cups water1 bay leaf Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine all of the ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; leaving cover ajar, simmer for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons honey1/4 cup reduced-sodium beef broth1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup ruby red grapefruit juice3 tablespoons tomato paste2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons raisins2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely crushed pepper3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a nonstick saucepan over medium heat, cook onion in oil until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add honey; cook and stir 1 minute....

Ingredients 2 cups thinly sliced cooked beef ribeye or sirloin steak (about 3/4 pound)1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup salsa1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup cold water6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmedShredded cheese, chopped lettuce and tomatoes and additional salsa, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute steak and onion for 1 minute. Stir in the salsa, cumin, chili powder and garlic powder....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon sugar3 to 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons cornmeal1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1-1/2 cups pizza sauce, warmed...

Ingredients 1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (10 count)1 package (8 ounces) frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed2 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese3 tablespoons chopped green onions Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Roll out each biscuit into a 5-in. circle; place each in an ungreased muffin cup. Cut sausages into fourths; brown in a skillet. Drain. Divide sausages among cups. In a small bowl, combine eggs, cheese and onions; spoon into cups....

Ingredients 2 tubes (11 ounces each) crusty French bread dough2 teaspoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, pressed1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/3 cup Italian salad dressing1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham1/4 pound sliced process American or Swiss cheese, halved1/4 to 1/2 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef or turkey2 cups shredded lettuce1 medium red onion, thinly sliced1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced1 medium tomato, thinly sliced Preparation Place both loaves of dough seam side down on a greased 14-in....

Ingredients 4 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped, optional1/4 cup chicken broth1/4 cup beer or additional chicken broth1 tablespoon brown sugar, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook and stir the potatoes in butter over medium-high heat until lightly browned. Sprinkle with the seasoned salt, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops ( 1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 medium onion, chopped1 cup chicken broth2 to 3 tablespoons grape jelly1/4 teaspoon ground ginger4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, brown pork chops on both sides in oil until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add onion; cook until tender. Pour broth over chops; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 medium ears sweet corn1/4 cup olive oil, divided2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup lime juice1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon chili powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup uncooked long grain rice2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed Preparation Remove and discard corn husks and silk. Brush 1 tablespoon oil over ears of corn. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cups crumbled feta cheese1 cup 4% small-curd cottage cheese3/4 cup butter, melted16 sheets phyllo dough (14x9-inch size) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix egg, spinach and cheeses. Brush a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with some of the butter. Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough in prepared pan; brush with butter. Layer with 7 additional phyllo sheets, brushing each layer....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup ranch salad dressing1/2 cup picante sauce1 cup crushed tortilla chips1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup diced tomatoes Preparation Place the greens in a large salad bowl. Top with corn and beans. In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing and picante sauce; spoon over vegetables; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon water1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon curry powder1/8 teaspoon each ground turmeric, ginger and cinnamon1/8 teaspoon paprika1/2 pound chicken tenderloins Preparation In a small bowl, combine water and seasonings; brush over both sides of chicken tenders. Place in a bowl and toss to coat; refrigerate for 15 minutes. Place chicken on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 3/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup honey1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt3 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided3/4 cup pecan halves, divided12 cups torn mixed salad greens or chopped fresh spinach1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained3 green onions, sliced Preparation In a blender, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process for 30 seconds. Add 2 cups strawberries; cover and process until blended. Add 1/4 cup pecans; pulse until chopped....