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Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 loaves (8 ounces each) French bread, halved lengthwise1 cup cheese dip1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 cup chopped green onions1 can (4 ounces) sliced jalapenos, drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup pineapple tidbits2 celery ribs, chopped1 tablespoon chopped green onion1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Fold in 1 cup chow mein noodles. Transfer to a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining noodles. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. butter 1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 8 juniper berries 2 lb. baking potatoes 1 clove garlic 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 425°F. Butter an 8-by-12-inch baking dish with 1/2 tablespoon of the butter. In a blender, puree 1/4 cup of the stock with the juniper berries. Put the mixture in a small saucepan with the remaining 3/4 cup stock; bring to a simmer....

Ingredients 1 package fully cooked andouille sausage links (14-1/2 ounces), cut into 1/8-inch slices 1 medium onion, chopped1/4 medium green pepper, seeded and finely chopped3 tablespoons plus 4 cups water, divided 2 cups dried lentils, rinsed2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons chili powder3 garlic cloves, finely mincedOptional toppings: Sour cream, jalapeno slices and cilantro...

Ingredients 2-2/3 cups crushed pretzels (10 ounces)1 cup butter, melted1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sliced sweetened strawberries, thawed Preparation In a bowl, combine the pretzels and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until set....

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup half-and-half cream1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese10 thin slices prosciutto, chopped1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas1/4 teaspoon white pepper Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine flour and cream until smooth; stir in the cheeses. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat....

Ingredients 1 can (29 ounces) pumpkin1-1/2 cups sugar1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk4 large eggs, lightly beaten1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice1 tablespoon instant espresso powder1 teaspoon saltGingersnap cookies, crushedWhipped cream, optional Preparation Pour 1 in. water into a 6-qt. slow cooker. Layer two 24-in. pieces of foil; roll up lengthwise to make a 1-in.-thick roll. Shape into a ring; place in slow cooker to make a rack. Whisk together first 7 ingredients....

Ingredients 6 cups water1-3/4 cups sugar8 tea bags3/4 cup frozen apple-raspberry juice concentrate8 cups cold waterIce cubesFresh raspberries, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water and sugar to a boil; remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep, covered, 3-5 minutes according to taste. Discard tea bags. Add juice concentrate; stir in cold water. Serve over ice, with raspberries if desired.

Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage (about 2 pounds), coarsely chopped2 large onions, chopped1/4 cup olive oil3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons minced fresh chives3 tablespoons minced fresh tarragonDRESSING:2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place cabbage and onions in a large bowl. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 red bell peppers 2 Yellow bell peppers 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 3/4 tsp. anchovy paste 1 1/2 tsp. Wine vinegar 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/4 c. olive oil 2 tbsp. drained capers Preparation Step 1Roast the peppers over a gas flame or grill or broil them, turning with tongs, until charred all over, about 10 minutes. When the peppers are cool enough to handle, pull off the skin....

Ingredients 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 bag semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. packed light-brown sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 2 large eggs 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. miniature marshmallows 1/2 c. Chopped nuts Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8-inch-square baking pan. Line bottom with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides; butter paper.Step 2In a heatproof bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of simmering water, combine butter and 1 cup chocolate chips....

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon paprika3 pounds boneless beef top round steak, cut into serving-size pieces2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium onion, chopped2-2/3 cups water2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 teaspoon pepperDUMPLINGS:3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup dried minced onion2 tablespoons baking powder1 tablespoon poppy seeds1-1/2 teaspoons celery salt1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups milk6 tablespoons canola oil1 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup butter, melted...

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided2/3 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 egg, beaten2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons shortening, melted1 teaspoon salt3-2/3 cups all-purpose flour10 hot dogs2 slices process American cheese Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in milk and water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the egg, shortening, salt, remaining sugar and enough flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 3 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs6 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained3/4 cup hoisin sauce1/2 cup water3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons sherry or chicken stock5 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon light corn syrup1 tablespoon orange marmalade1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 to 2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water Hot cooked rice, optionalThinly sliced green onions, optional...

Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil1 beef sirloin tip roast (2-1/2 pounds), halved1-1/2 cups brewed coffee1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/3 cup sliced green onions2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup cornstarch1/3 cup cold water Preparation Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add 1 teaspoon oil. When oil is hot, brown 1 roast half on all sides....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/4 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup finely chopped pecansFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedTOPPING:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarchDash of salt1 cup water1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin4 cups sliced fresh strawberries Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in flour and pecans. Pat onto a 12-in....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (28 ounces each) Italian crushed tomatoes1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon dried basil1 package (16 ounces) ziti or small tube pasta8 slices provolone cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 5 pounds pie pumpkin, seeded, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup olive oil, divided2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper2 medium onions, chopped2/3 cup chopped walnuts2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese20 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place pumpkin in a greased 15x1x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake 30-35 minutes or until tender. In a large skillet, saute onions in remaining oil until tender....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups diced peeled tomatoes1/4 cup diced celery1/4 cup diced onion1 tablespoon canola oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons sour cream3 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a saucepan, combine tomatoes, celery and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often. Cool for 10 minutes; pour into a blender. Cover and process until smooth. In a large saucepan, heat oil; stir in flour until smooth....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1-1/2 cups sliced fresh carrots3/4 cup sliced onion1 cup water1 cup shredded cabbage1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup chopped green pepper3 tablespoons soy sauce1 package (3 ounces) beef ramen noodles Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook beef, carrots and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and carrots are crisp-tender, 7-9 minutes, crumbling beef; drain. Add water, cabbage, mushrooms, green pepper, soy sauce and contents of seasoning packet from noodles....