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Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins 1 tbsp. plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 c. plus 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 small red onion 1 tbsp. lime juice tsp. dried red-pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 c. chopped cilantro or fresh parsley Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. Coat the pork with the 1 tablespoon of mustard and the 1 1/2 teaspoons of oil. Sprinkle it with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) pound cake mix3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten, divided use2 tablespoons butter, melted4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, divided1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped walnutsWhipped cream, optional Preparation In small large bowl, combine the cake mix, 1 egg, butter and 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice until crumbly. Press into a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats3/4 cup chopped nuts3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup water1 egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, oats, nuts and cinnamon. Add water and egg and mix well. Drop by level tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes. Cool for 1-2 minutes before removing to wire racks....

Ingredients 1/3 cup soy sauce1/4 cup fresh lime juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground mustard2 garlic cloves, minced6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first 5 ingredients; add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Drain; discard marinade. Sprinkle chicken with pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 7-8 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups white baking chips1 teaspoon shortening, divided1/4 cup seedless raspberry preserves4 tablespoons finely crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans, divided1 cup plus 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips, divided Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; set aside. In a microwave, melt white baking chips and 1/2 teaspoon shortening; stir until smooth. Spread into prepared pan. Microwave preserves in 10- to 20-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth. Drop preserves by teaspoonfuls over top....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked long grain rice2 cups water1 medium onion, chopped2 cups frozen peas1 medium carrot, shredded1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon salt-free herb seasoningSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Place all ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth1 cup water2 celery ribs, finely chopped2 medium carrots, finely chopped1 large onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup uncooked arborio rice1/2 cup chopped shallots1 garlic clove, minced1 cup dry white wine or additional broth1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese4 green onions, finely chopped4 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches), stems removedCooking spray1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese...

Ingredients 6 medium pears, halved and cored2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1-1/2 cups white wine or white grape juice1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup cranberry juice2 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons grated lemon zestCreme fraiche or whipped cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place pears in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, cut side up. Top with cranberries. In a small saucepan, combine wine, sugar, cranberry juice, butter and lemon zest; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1/2 cup prepared pesto1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Marinara sauce, warmed, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Roll each sheet into a 12-in. square. Spread pesto onto 1 pastry sheet to within 1/4 in. of edges. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with remaining pastry, pressing lightly. Cut into twelve 1-in.-wide strips. Twist each strip 4 times....

Ingredients 1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast1/2 medium apple, chopped1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons slivered almonds1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon curry powder2 cups torn mixed salad greens Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Serve with greens.

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple6 cups thinly sliced cabbage1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons honey mustard salad dressing1/8 teaspoon white pepper Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1 tablespoon juice; set aside. In a large skillet, saute cabbage in oil for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the salad dressing, pepper and reserved pineapple and juice. Cook for 1 minute or until heated through.

Ingredients 3/4 c. unsalted butter 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 c. packed light-brown sugar 1/2 c. granulated sugar 3 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1/4 c. sour cream 3 plums confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Butter an 8-by-2-inch or a 9-inch cake pan and line bottom with a round of parchment....

Ingredients 1 1/4 lukewarm water (or reserved potato boiling water) 2 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. granulated sugar, divided 1 (.25-oz.) packet active dry yeast 5 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. boiled, mashed potato (from about 1 large russet potato) 2 tsp. kosher salt 6 tbsp. butter, softened, plus more for pans Cooking spray or extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. melted butter Flaky sea salt (optional) Preparation Step 1In a glass measuring cup or small bowl, combine lukewarm water and 1 teaspoon sugar....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, divided1 medium butternut squash, halved and seeds removed2-1/4 cups water, divided1/3 cup dried cranberries1-1/4 cups uncooked jasmine rice, rinsed4 cups whole milk1/4 cup cornstarch1 medium apple, finely chopped1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonWhipped cream, optional Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for low heat; add 2 tablespoons butter. When butter is melted, add walnuts and 2 tablespoons brown sugar....

Ingredients 6 cups quick-cooking oats1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped dried apples or dried banana chips1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENT (for each serving):3/4 cup water Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month. Yield: 7 cups. To prepare oatmeal: In a deep microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup oatmeal mix and 3/4 cup water....

Ingredients 1 package frozen puff pastry (17.30 ounces), thawed1 large egg1 tablespoon waterRHUBARB TOPPING:12 rhubarb ribs (1/2 inch x 7 inches)1 cup orange juice1/2 cup honey2 tablespoons amarettoFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese2 tablespoons amaretto1 tablespoon honey Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold 1 pastry sheet and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet; repeat with remaining pastry sheet. Whisk egg and water; brush over pastries. Using a sharp knife, score a 1-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast (2 pounds)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil3 large Golden Delicious apples, cut into 1-inch wedges2 large onions, cut into 3/4-inch wedges5 garlic cloves, peeled1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown roast on all sides. Transfer to a roasting pan coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds 1 butternut squash 1 peeled parsnips 2 medium onions 1 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom 1 tsp. grated fresh ginger 1 lb. freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. green lentils 1 c. water 1 small shallot 1 bay leaf 3/4 c. walnuts 1/2 c. coarsely chopped cilantro 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed2 tablespoons minced fresh sage or 2 teaspoons rubbed sage2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon white pepper1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)4 medium limes, cut into wedges Preparation Combine the first 9 ingredients in a small bowl....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon canola oil2-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup diced peeled jicama3/4 cup diced unpeeled apple1/2 cup chopped cucumber1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup fresh dark sweet cherries, pitted and quartered, optional3 green onions, sliced1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanutsAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients....