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Ingredients 4 whole chicken legs 1/4 c. harissa sauce 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil sea salt and freshly ground pepper 1 package couscous 1 tbsp. powdered sumac (see Tips & Techniques) 4 sprig fresh cilantro Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Run your finger under skin of 1 chicken leg to separate skin from meat without tearing. Spread 1 teaspoon harissa underneath skin. Move skin back to cover, and spread 1/2 teaspoon harissa on top....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornmeal1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided11 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1 small zucchini, cut into 1/8-inch slices, patted dry, divided1 small onion, sliced4 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup torn fresh basil Preparation Sprinkle cornmeal over a greased baking sheet. Unroll pizza crust; shape into a 12-in. square. Place on the baking sheet. Brush with 1 teaspoon oil....

Ingredients 8 to 10 whole graham crackers1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)2 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2/3 cup chopped peanuts Preparation Arrange graham crackers in a single layer in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Prepare the brownie batter according to package directions. Spread over crackers. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with marshmallows, chocolate chips and peanuts....

Ingredients 2 1/2 c. flour 1 1/2 c. graham crackers, crushed 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. butter, softened 2/3 c. brown sugar 1/3 c. sugar 2 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 6 full-size chocolate bars (like Hershey’s) 1 container marshmallow crème 1 c. mini marshmallows Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350° and grease the bottom and sides of a 9"-x-9" square baking dish with butter....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces3/4 teaspoon salt, divided3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided1 cup chopped fresh basil1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2/3 cup pine nuts, toasted5 garlic cloves, minced10 large eggs3 cups 2% milk8 cups cubed Italian breadAdditional chopped fresh basil leaves Preparation Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 40 NILLA Wafers 3 tbsp. butter or margarine 4 package Philadelphia Cream Cheese 1 c. sugar 1 tbsp. vanilla 1 tsp. vanilla 3 eggs 1 tub COOL WHIP Whipped Topping Preparation Step 1Heat oven to 325 degrees F.Step 2Mix wafer crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.Step 3Beat 3 packages cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon vanilla with mixer until well blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended....

Ingredients DAM TOI (PICKLED GARLIC VINEGAR):10 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced lengthwise2 cups water, divided4 teaspoons salt, divided1 cup white vinegar1 to 2 Thai chiles1 tablespoon sugarBROTH:3.5 pounds beef leg or knuckle bones (choose ones with lots of marrow)3 liters water, divided4 tablespoons salt, divided2 tablespoons cider vinegar2-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak2-1/2 pounds fresh beef brisket1/4 cup dry white wine1 piece fresh gingerroot (about 3 ounces), peeled and sliced lengthwise 2 large white onions, left whole, skin on1 piece fresh gingerroot (about 3 ounces), left whole, skin on2 cinnamon sticks (2....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons cornmeal2 tubes (13.8 ounces each) refrigerated pizza crust8 ounces string cheese1 tablespoon butter, melted1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Sprinkle cornmeal evenly over a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Unroll pizza dough and place on pan, letting dough drape 1 in....

Ingredients 2 1/2 lb. russet potatoes 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 c. whole milk 4 bone-in pork shoulder chops 5 oz. salad greens 1 tbsp. white-wine vinegar Coarse salt ground pepper 1 small yellow onion 3 firm but ripe plums 2 scallions Preparation Step 1In a large pot, bring potatoes to a boil in salted water over medium-high. Reduce to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, 8 to 10 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 3 cups finely crushed pretzels2/3 cup sugar1-1/4 cups cold butter, cubed1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup lime juice1 tablespoon grated lime zest1-1/2 cups whipped topping7 to 8 cups assorted fresh fruit, such as plums, berries, kiwi and oranges Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, mix crushed pretzels and sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a 14-in. pizza pan. Bake 8-10 minutes or until set....

Ingredients 2 packages (16 ounces each) spiral pasta2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) sliced pepperoni, halved2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped2 medium green peppers, choppedDressing:2 cups olive oil1-1/2 cups lemon juice4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil4 teaspoons salt1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper...

Ingredients 4 racks of lamb (1 to 1-1/2 pounds each), trimmed2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup butter, melted1 garlic clove, minced Preparation Place lamb on a rack in a greased large roasting pan; brush with mustard. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley, salt and pepper. Press onto the meat. Combine butter and garlic; drizzle over meat....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix3 green onions, chopped11 flour tortillas (8 inches)22 thin slices deli ham Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and salad dressing mix until smooth. Stir in onions. Spread about 3 tablespoons over each tortilla; top each with two ham slices. Roll up tightly and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until firm. Unwrap and cut into 3/4-in. slices....

Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons all-purpose flour4-1/2 teaspoons butter1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 to 3/4 cup chicken broth6 tablespoons raspberry vinegar1/2 cup heavy whipping creamFresh raspberries to garnish Preparation Coat chicken with flour. Melt butter with oil in large skillet. Brown chicken, turning once. Add broth and vinegar to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil1/2 cup julienned fresh basil1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar1/4 cup julienned fresh mint leaves2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon pepper2 cups cherry tomatoes8 cups fresh arugula1 carton (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained2 medium peaches, sliced2 cups fresh blueberries6 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, juliennedAdditional mint leaves Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first 9 ingredients. Add tomatoes; let stand while preparing salad....

Ingredients 1 c. French green lentils 1 bay leaf 1 sprig thyme 1 clove garlic 1/4 onion 2 tbsp. coconut oil 1 shallot 1 celery rib 1 carrot 1/2 c. red quinoa 1 c. vegetable stock salt Freshly ground pepper 1 lb. cauliflower 1/4 c. Chopped flat-leaf parsley c. coarsely chopped Marcona almonds Preparation Step 1Put the lentils in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Add the bay leaf, thyme sprig, garlic, and onion and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup dried cherries1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg4 medium tart apples Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Core apples and peel top third; fill with pecan mixture. Place in a greased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-12 minutes or until apples are tender. Drizzle with pan juices.

Ingredients 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans1/3 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon salt4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)3 tablespoons Dijon mustardMAPLE-DIJON SAUCE:1/4 cup maple syrup1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the pecans, bread crumbs, thyme, paprika and salt. Place Dijon mustard in another shallow bowl. Coat chicken with mustard, then roll in pecan mixture. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in....

Ingredients 2 1/4 c. sugar 3/4 c. whole milk 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 c. water 9 oz. Pecan halves 2 1/2 oz. unsalted butter 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tbsp. dark rum 1 tsp. dark rum 12 oz. bittersweet chocolate Preparation Step 1Bring 1 1/2 cups sugar, the milk, and salt to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat (mixture may look separated).Step 2Bring water and remaining 3/4 cup sugar to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup ground pecans1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepper2 large egg whites2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, pecans, oregano, salt, basil and pepper. In another shallow bowl, whisk egg whites and cornstarch until smooth....