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Ingredients 1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon olive oil2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each), halved widthwise1 tablespoon cornstarch Preparation In a small bowl, whisk brown sugar, 1/4 cup water, vinegar, rosemary, garlic and soy sauce; set aside. Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil....

Ingredients 2 cups 2% milk1 cup half-and-half cream1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded Gouda or Swiss cheese3/4 pound frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed1 cup crumbled blue cheese2 tablespoons Louisiana-style hot sauce2 tablespoons minced fresh chives2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyAdditional Louisiana-style hot sauce, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients; stir in macaroni....

Ingredients 2 medium eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup dry red wine12 garlic cloves, sliced3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar4 teaspoons capers, undrained5 bay leaves1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperFrench bread baguette slices, toastedOptional toppings: Fresh basil leaves, toasted pine nuts and additional olive oil Preparation Place the first 11 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker (do not stir)....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup chopped sweet onion2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each) 1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients; top with pork chops. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 3 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in pork should read at least 145°....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cold milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1/4 to 1/2 cup peanut butter15 whole graham crackers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the milk, pudding mix and peanut butter. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes or until thickened. Break or cut graham crackers in half. Spread pudding mixture over half of the crackers; top with the remaining crackers. Wrap and freeze until firm....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each ) active dry yeast1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/3 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 cup canned pumpkin3 large eggs, room temperature, divided use1-1/2 teaspoons salt5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon cold waterSesame or poppy seeds, optional Preparation In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add the butter, sugar, pumpkin, 2 eggs, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3 medium carrots, julienned1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound zucchini or yellow summer squash, julienned (about 6 cups)3 medium tomatoes, chopped1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained2-1/2 cups frozen lima beans (about 12 ounces), thawed2 cups cubed cooked turkey1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basilShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 3 cups torn lettuce2 unpeeled red apples, diced1/2 cup diced celery1/4 cup raisins1/4 cup chopped walnutsDRESSING:1/2 cup Miracle Whip2 tablespoons pineapple juice1 tablespoon sugar Preparation In a large salad bowl, toss lettuce, apples, celery, raisins and walnuts. In a small bowl or jar with a tight fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; mix or shake until well blended. Pour over salad and toss. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 4 delicata squash (about 12 ounces each)3 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1/8 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon salt, divided 1-1/2 cups vegetable broth1 cup quinoa, rinsed1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1/4 cup dried cranberries1 green onion, thinly sliced1 teaspoon minced fresh sage1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese1/4 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Cut each squash lengthwise in half; remove and discard seeds....

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon ground mustard1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup raisins2 tablespoons white vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch and mustard. Stir in the water, raisins, vinegar, lemon juice and zest until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in butter until melted. Serve warm over sliced ham....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup raisins3/4 cup buttermilk1 egg whiteAdditional sugar Preparation In a bowl, combine dry ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in raisins and buttermilk just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times. Pat into an 8-in. circle and cut into 12 wedges....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed1/3 cup sugar2-1/2 cups club soda, chilled1/4 cup lemon juiceIce cubes2 lemon slices Preparation Place raspberries and sugar in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. Strain, reserving juice and discarding seeds. In a small pitcher, combine the club soda, lemon juice and raspberry juice. Serve in tall glasses over ice. Garnish with lemon slices.

Ingredients 3 tbsp. butter 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika 1 c. beer, such as Guinness 1 c. milk 2 c. shredded cheddar 1 c. shredded Swiss cheese 1 tbsp. horseradish Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 large bag pita chips 1/2 lb. deli corned beef, chopped into bite-size pieces 1/2 c. sauerkraut 1/4 c. freshly chopped chives, for garnish Preparation Step 1Make cheese sauce: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1-1/4 cups cold water, divided1-1/2 cups sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon red food coloring, optionalIce cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, nuts, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press 3 cups into an ungreased 13-in....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter3 egg yolks3 tablespoons cold waterRASPBERRY LAYER:1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup semisweet chocolate chipsFILLING:1-1/2 cups ricotta cheese2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 eggs1/2 cup sugarFINISHING:1 egg white2 tablespoons coarse sugar Preparation Place the flour in a large bowl; cut in the butter until crumbly. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and water; gradually add to flour mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball....

Ingredients 1 slice thick crusty bread or 3 thick slices baguette cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 lb. asparagus spears 4 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil sea salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. lemon juice 3 oz. fresh goat cheese Zest of 1 lemon Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast, tossing halfway through, until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup grated Romano cheese1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, halved lengthwise Preparation In a microwave, melt butter. Stir in the Romano cheese, garlic and rosemary. Spread over cut side of bread. Place cut side up on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Slice and serve warm.

Ingredients 2 cups 2% cottage cheese2 medium pears, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1/3 cup chopped pecans1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Chill until serving.

Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup maple syrup3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin2 tablespoons cornstarch3 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spiceTOPPING:1 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup maple syrup1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted Whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Wrap a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in....

Ingredients 2 sheets refrigerated pie crust1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk3/4 cup sugar2 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground clovesMiniature marshmallows, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, unroll each pie crust; roll to 1/8-in. thickness. Using a floured 4-in. round cutter, cut out 16 circles, rerolling scraps if necessary. Press circles into muffin pans coated with cooking spray....