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Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, chopped1/4 cup chopped red onion3 green onions, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil5 cups cooked brown rice1-1/4 cups salsa1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute the green pepper, onions and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the rice, salsa, beans and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 Italian sausage link, casing removed1/2 small red onion, sliced1/2 small sweet red pepper, julienned2 teaspoons canola oil, divided1/3 cup frozen corn, thawed1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 medium tomato, seeded and diced2 flour tortillas (8 inches)Sour cream and salsa, optional3/4 to 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Crumble sausage into a large skillet; cook over medium heat until no longer pink....

Ingredients 4 medium baking potatoes1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Scrub potatoes and cut in half lengthwise; place cut side up on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush with oil. Sprinkle with basil, onion salt and garlic powder. Bake at 400° for 35-40 minutes or until tender.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons rice vinegar4 teaspoons soy sauce1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons sesame oil1 teaspoon honey1/4 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce2 English cucumbers1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toastedThinly sliced green onions Preparation For dressing, mix first 7 ingredients. Trim ends and cut cucumbers crosswise into 3-in. sections. Cut sections into julienned strips. To serve, toss cucumbers with sesame seeds and dressing. Sprinkle with green onions.

Ingredients 6 hard-boiled large eggs3 tablespoons mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperOptional: Shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh oregano leaves Preparation Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks; set aside egg whites and 4 yolks (discard remaining yolks or save for another use). In a large bowl, mash the 4 yolks. Stir in mayonnaise, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Stuff or pipe into egg whites. If desired, garnish with cheese and fresh oregano leaves....

Ingredients 4 whole wheat bagels, split and cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped1/2 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup golden raisins4 large eggs2 cups fat-free milk1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extractConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine the bagels, apple, cranberries and raisins. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, butter, cinnamon and vanilla....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 boneless beef chuck eye or other boneless beef chuck roast (4 to 5 pounds)2-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided 2-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided 2 small onions, coarsely chopped9 garlic cloves, chopped3/4 cup dry red wine4 cups beef stock3 fresh thyme sprigs 4 teaspoons Italian seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes4 medium green peppers, cut into 1/2-inch strips1 teaspoon garlic powder12 crusty submarine buns or hoagie buns, split partway12 slices provolone or part-skim mozzarella cheeseGiardiniera, optional...

Ingredients 1/2 cup pancake mix2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 tablespoon sugar1 egg1/3 cup milk1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup miniature marshmallows1/4 cup chopped pecansVanilla ice creamChocolate syrup or ice cream toppingAdditional chopped pecans, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine pancake mix, cocoa and sugar. In another bowl, beat egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients until almost smooth. Stir in marshmallows and pecans. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top of pancakes....

Ingredients 1 pound dried great northern beans3 smoked ham hocks (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 large onion, chopped3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken or beef broth2 cups water1 tablespoon onion powder1 tablespoon garlic powder2 teaspoons pepperThinly sliced green onions, optional Preparation Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Transfer beans to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Add ham hocks. Stir in onion, broth, water and seasonings....

Ingredients DILL BUTTER SAUCE:1/4 cup butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon garlic saltDash white pepperHORSERADISH CHILI SAUCE:1/4 cup chili sauce1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradishAVOCADO CREAM SAUCE:1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and mashed1/3 cup sour cream1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon lime juice1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauceCRAB LEGS:1 pound cooked snow crab legs1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation In three separate small bowls, combine the ingredients for the dill butter sauce, horseradish chili sauce and avocado cream sauce; set aside....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustardDash salt1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow peas, thawed1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, combine the butter, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and salt; set aside. In a small skillet, stir-fry snow peas in oil for 1-2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add walnuts; cook and stir for 1 minute. Drizzle with butter mixture; toss to coat. Cover and cook for 2 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter2 cups water1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted3 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 bunch broccoli (about 1-1/2 pounds)5 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add the water, broth, carrots, mustard, cumin and nutmeg. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained2 tablespoons chopped onion1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornmeal2 tablespoons sugar1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon milk1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the chili beans, corn, onion and cumin. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. In another bowl, combine the dry ingredients....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 jar (24 ounces) garden-style spaghetti sauce1/2 cup water1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided9 no-cook lasagna noodlesGrated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, water, Italian seasoning and salt. Combine ricotta, spinach and 1 cup mozzarella cheese in a small bowl....

Ingredients 3 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. fine salt 1 c. unsalted butter 1 1/4 c. sugar 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. very finely crushed hard candy 4 large egg yolks Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar on medium-high until light and fluffy, 3 minutes. Add egg yolks and vanilla and beat to combine....

Ingredients 2 pt. strawberry ice cream 1 pound cake (store-bought or homemade) 6 tsp. strawberry jam 2 c. heavy cream 2 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar Sprinkles, for decoration (optional) Preparation Step 1Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper or foil cupcake liners. Take the ice cream out of the freezer for 10 minutes to soften enough to make it easy to scoop.Step 2Using a serrated knife, cut the pound cake into 6 slices, each about 3/4-inch thick....

Ingredients 4 skinless salmon fillets kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 sprig fresh rosemary 1 tbsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 clove garlic 2 c. dry white wine 1 c. Torn fresh basil leaves Preparation Step 1Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.Step 2Season the salmon on both sides with salt and black pepper. Lay out 4 large pieces of aluminum foil. In the center of each piece, put 1 piece of salmon, 1 sprig rosemary, 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 2 tablespoons olive oil....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 cups sour cream, divided3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup salsa1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drainedGuacamole1 medium tomato, dicedTortilla chips or crackers Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 cup sour cream just until combined. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)1-1/4 cups ketchup1/2 cup water1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup lemon juice3 tablespoons white vinegar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper14 hamburger buns, split Preparation Place roast in a Dutch oven or large kettle. In a bowl, combine the ketchup, water, celery, onion, lemon juice, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over roast....

Ingredients 1/2 pound uncooked shrimp (61-70 per pound), peeled and deveined1 cup water2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon butter1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, cut into strips1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups coarsely chopped imitation crabmeat (about 1/2 pound)1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1/3 cup Alfredo sauce2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, combine shrimp, water and lemon juice....