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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups oat bran1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon salt2 large egg whites1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup fat-free milk2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the egg whites, pumpkin, milk and oil until well blended. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill half full....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped2 cups water2 cans (15 ounces each) navy or great northern beans1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices and halved1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 3-qt. saucepan, combine onion, carrots, celery and water. Bring to a boil; boil for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon chocolate wafer crumbs, divided5 tablespoons butter, melted24 large marshmallows2/3 cup plus 1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided2 tablespoons clear creme de cacao2 tablespoons green creme de menthe Preparation Combine 1-1/2 cups wafer crumbs and butter. Press into an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 5-7 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. In a large heavy saucepan, combine marshmallows and 2/3 cup cream; cook and stir over low heat until marshmallows are melted....

Ingredients 1 medium eggplant, peeled4 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 to 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 large onions, sliced3 garlic cloves, minced8 uncooked Italian sausage links (about 2 pounds)4 medium green peppers, julienned4 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped1/4 cup water1/2 cup minced fresh basil or 8 teaspoons dried basil2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese...

Ingredients 2 pounds red potatoes (about 7 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup red wine vinegar1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup 2% milk2 celery ribs, chopped1 small red onion, chopped1/3 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Place red potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked egg noodles1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup Dijon mustard2 tablespoons cider vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds6 cups coleslaw mix8 ounces sliced deli corned beef, cut into strips1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, oil, mustard, vinegar and caraway seeds. Cook and stir until heated through, 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup packed brown sugar4 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt3 eggs1/2 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extractWhipped cream or vanilla ice cream Preparation In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, combine butter and brown sugar. Top with rhubarb. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, water and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil1/2 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1/2 cup chopped walnutsTOPPING:1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, oil, buttermilk and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 cups chopped fresh beets2 cups chopped carrots2 cups chopped onion4 cups beef or vegetable broth1 can (16 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cups chopped cabbage1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon pepperSour cream, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the beets, carrots, onion and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add tomatoes and cabbage; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until cabbage is tender....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups light corn syrup1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt3 large eggs3 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)Whipped cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat the first 8 ingredients until smooth. Stir in nuts; pour into crust. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until set. Cool completely. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar3 eggs2 tablespoons maple syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup ground pecans, toasted1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup sour creamFILLING:1/4 cup ground pecans, toasted4 teaspoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 to 3 teaspoons 2% milk Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, syrup and vanilla....

Ingredients 5 cups uncooked wide egg noodles1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1-1/2 cups chopped pepperoni1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup chopped pepperoni (about 64 slices)1/2 cup spaghetti sauce, warmed, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 16x10-in. rectangle. Sprinkle with cheeses and pepperoni. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Cut into 2-in. slices. Place cut side down in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; lightly press down to flatten....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar2 tablespoons ground cinnamon4 large eggs2 cups 2% milkOil for frying1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices Preparation In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon until blended. In a large shallow dish, whisk eggs and milk. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture, soaking lightly. In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 350°. Working with a few slices at a time, remove bread from egg mixture, allowing excess to drain, and fry 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) cook-and-serve chocolate pudding mix1/2 cup chopped peanuts1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips12 disposable paper cups (3 ounces each)1/2 cup marshmallow creme12 wooden pop sticks Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4-6 minutes or until bubbly and slightly thickened, stirring every 2 minutes. Cool for 20 minutes, stirring several times. Meanwhile, combine peanuts and chocolate chips; divide among paper cups....

Ingredients 3/4 cup minced fresh parsley4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot6 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation In a food processor, combine the parsley, ginger and garlic; cover and process until minced. Add the lemon juice, lime juice, salt, tarragon and pepper; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream....

Ingredients nonstick cooking spray 1 lb. white chocolate (do not use chips) 2 c. puffed rice cereal 1 bag hard peppermint candies Preparation Step 1Spray a 10-by-15-inch rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray; line with a piece of waxed paper. Crush candies (see note below).Step 2Place white chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of simmering water. Heat, stirring occasionally, until smooth, 4 to 6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) crushed unsweetened pineapple1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 to 3 green onions, choppedAssorted crackers Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1 teaspoon juice. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the pineapple, green pepper, onions and reserved juice. Cover and chill for 1-1/2 hours. Serve with crackers.

Ingredients 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 3/4 c. light brown sugar 1 can crushed pineapple 12 maraschino cherries 1 box yellow cake mix 1 c. sour cream 1/2 c. pineapple juice c. vegetable oil 4 large eggs 1 tsp. vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Place a rack in the center of oven and preheat to 350ºF. Lightly mist 24 cupcake cups with cooking spray and dust with flour.Step 2For the topping, measure 1 tsp....

Ingredients 3/4 cup pizza sauce, divided1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon saltDash pepper1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/4 pound bulk pork sausage6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese6 sandwich rolls, split Preparation Combine 1/2 cup pizza sauce, bread crumbs, oregano, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties. Cook patties in a large skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear....