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Ingredients 1 small eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices4 plum tomatoes, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces4 tablespoons olive oil, divided4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 tablespoon cornmeal2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheeseMinced fresh basil, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, 3 tablespoons oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 pound fingerling potatoes1/2 pound fresh green beans1/2 pound fresh asparagus4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) 1 tablespoon plus 1/3 cup red wine vinaigrette, divided 1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1 tablespoon minced fresh chives Preparation Cut potatoes lengthwise in half. Trim and cut green beans and asparagus into 2-in. pieces. Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup grated Romano cheese1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed1 package (17.6 ounces) turkey breast cutlets3 tablespoons butter, divided2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chicken broth1 teaspoon cornstarch2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 teaspoon grated lime zestCARROTS:1-1/2 pounds sliced fresh carrots1-1/2 teaspoons butter3/4 teaspoon grated lime zest1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt Preparation Place pecans in a food processor; cover and process until ground. Combine the pecans, cheese, seasoned salt and dill in a shallow bowl....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple1 package (6 ounces) lemon gelatin3 cups boiling water1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons water2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Dissolve gelatin in water; add pineapple. Pour into a 13x9-in. dish coated with cooking spray; chill until almost set, about 45 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup butter, meltedTOPPING:3/4 cup dried tart cherries, chopped1 cup white baking chips1 cup dark chocolate chips1 cup pistachios, coarsely chopped1 cup sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon grated orange zest3 cups miniature marshmallows Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil. Mix cracker crumbs, brown sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter....

Ingredients 6 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each) 1 tablespoon canola oil1 large onion, sliced1 medium green pepper, chopped1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon saltOptional: Baked potatoes or hot cooked rice Preparation In a skillet, brown pork chops on both sides in oil; drain. Place chops in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the onion, green pepper and mushrooms....

Ingredients 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. grated lemon rind Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. olive oil 8 strip bacon 1 1/2 lb. small new potatoes 2 tbsp. white wine vinegar 1 c. chopped green onion 2 tbsp. chopped parsley Preparation Step 1Combine mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice and rind and season with salt and pepper to taste. Reserve.Step 2Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons butter3 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain....

Ingredients 1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds)2 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon butter1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation Pierce squash several times with a knife or fork; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Cut into quarters; remove seeds and pulp. Return squash to plate, cut side down. Cover with waxed paper; microwave on high for 4-1/2 minutes. Turn over; microwave on high for 4-6 minutes longer or until soft....

Ingredients 1 dressed rabbit (about 3 pounds), cut into pieces1/2 cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter, melted1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 egg1 cup evaporated milk Preparation In a skillet, brown rabbit in oil; drain. Cover rabbit with boiling water; cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until tender. Remove meat and keep warm. Bring cooking liquid to a boil; boil, uncovered, until reduced to 2 cups....

Ingredients 1/2 each medium green, sweet red, yellow and orange peppers1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional Preparation Cut each pepper half into 9 pieces. Place skin side down in an ungreased cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet; sprinkle with cheese, olives and, if desired, pepper flakes. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat until peppers are crisp-tender and cheese is melted, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons water1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens1/3 cup pecan halves, toasted1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, water and salad dressing mix; shake well. In a large salad bowl, combine greens, pecans and Parmesan cheese. Just before serving, shake dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups whole milk1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (28 ounces) frozen O’Brien potatoes, thawed1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1-1/2 ounces sliced pepperoni (about 25 slices), quartered Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon onion salt1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon paprika6 lettuce leaves6 sandwich rolls, split Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine the mayonnaise, onion salt, garlic salt and paprika; add to chicken mixture and mix well. Serve on lettuce-lined rolls.

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in pineapple and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks 1 tablespoon cornstarch3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons canola oil, divided 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, mincedHot cooked brown riceMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Mix cornstarch, soy sauce, honey, cinnamon and reserved juice until smooth. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked farro, rinsed, or wheat berries2 medium ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and chopped3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken3/4 cup chopped dried apricots1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper, optional3/4 cup pomegranate seeds1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup orange juice3 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place farro in large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder5 large potatoes, peeled and sliced1 large onion, sliced2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup 2% milkMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Season with pepper and garlic powder. Layer the beef, potatoes and onion slices in a shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Combine soup and milk; pour over all....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil2 poblano peppers, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup water1/4 cup chopped pitted green olives3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt4 halibut fillets (4 ounces each)1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro4 lemon wedgesCrusty whole grain bread, optional Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (4 to 5 pounds)1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce12 kaiser rolls, split Preparation Cut brisket in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the water, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, garlic, bouillon, chili powder, mustard, cayenne and garlic salt....