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Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 tablespoons vegetable oil1-1/2 cups water2 garlic cloves, minced2 packages (3 ounces each) chicken ramen noodles1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend1 sweet red pepper, julienned2 tablespoons soy sauceSliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the chicken in oil. Add water and garlic; bring to a boil. Add the noodles and contents of seasoning packets, vegetables, red pepper and soy sauce....

Ingredients 1 c. crushed graham crackers, plus more for topping 2 tbsp. butter, melted 2 c. heavy whipping cream, chilled 2 c. mini semisweet chocolate chips, plus more for topping 1 c. heavy whipping cream, chilled 1/2 c. marshmallow crème Preparation Step 1Make the Graham Cracker Crust: Combine graham crackers and butter. Divide the mixture evenly among the mini trifle dishes and press down to form a crust.Step 2Make the Chocolate Mousse: Beat heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form, 2 to 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, meltedCHEESECAKE:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup sour cream1/4 cup eggnog or half-and-half cream2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup crushed peppermint candies (about 35 candies)ASSEMBLY:12 wooden pop sticks28 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped3 tablespoons shortening1/2 cup green candy coating disks, melted1/4 cup red candy coating disks, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 325°....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 cup water2/3 cup light corn syrup1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon peppermint oil10 lollipop sticksCrushed peppermint candies, optional Preparation Butter 10 assorted metal cookie cutters and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water, corn syrup and cream of tartar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage)....

Ingredients 2 pheasants (2-1/2 pounds each)4 cups water1 medium onion, quartered1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 jar (16 ounces) pearl onions, drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas1-1/2 cups sliced carrots1 jar (2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained1/4 cup minced fresh parsleyPastry for single-crust pie Preparation In a large saucepan, place the pheasants, water, quartered onion, celery and garlic; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups cake flour2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup pineapple ice cream topping1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts1 large egg2 teaspoons cornstarchICING:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk1/2 teaspoon coconut extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1 cup vegetable oil3 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 cups shredded zucchini1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained3/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended....

Ingredients 6 ounces dried Japanese udon noodles or fettuccine1 small bunch bok choy, coarsely chopped1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1/4-inch slices6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot3 garlic cloves, mincedOptional: Thinly sliced green onions and Sriracha chili sauce Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse with water. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, combine bok choy, pork, broth, soy sauce, ginger and garlic; bring just to a boil....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons chopped green onion3 tablespoons sour cream1 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon white pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; mash potatoes. Beat in the cheese, egg, onion, sour cream, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 10 small red potatoes1/4 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon finely chopped onion1/2 cup mayonnaise1-3/4 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon saltPaprikaParsley sprigs, optional Preparation Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 12-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and immediately place potatoes in ice water; drain and pat dry. Peel two potatoes; finely dice and place in a small bowl....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil1 medium green pepper, julienned1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin chops1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained1 small onion, finely chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 small carrot, julienned1 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat; add oil....

Ingredients 1/3 cup grated Romano cheese1/3 cup mayonnaise1 garlic clove, minced2 English muffins, split and toasted1 tablespoon white vinegar4 large eggs1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 shallot, minced1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2-1/4 teaspoons horseradish1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 teaspoons minced chives Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cheese, mayonnaise and garlic; spread over each muffin half. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 4-6 in....

Ingredients 1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 medium red onion, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon butter1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper and onion in oil and butter for 2 minutes. Add garlic; saute 2 minutes longer. Stir in the wine or broth, basil, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked long grain rice2-1/4 cups water2 cups frozen peas, thawed1 carrot, shredded1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free herb seasoning1 teaspoon low-sodium chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon lemon juice Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from the heat; add lemon juice. Fluff with a fork.

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 large sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon tomato pasteToasted baguette slices or assorted crackers Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Mix first 4 ingredients. Place vegetables in a large bowl; toss with oil mixture. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray. Roast vegetables until softened and lightly browned, 45-50 minutes, stirring once....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 to 2 pounds boneless beef top round steak, trimmed and cut into thin strips3 tablespoons butter1 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted1/2 teaspoon ground mustard3 tablespoons chili sauce1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 cups sour creamHot cooked noodlesMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper. Add beef strips; turn (or toss) until well coated....

Ingredients 1 salmon fillet (1 pound)1/4 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced chives1 tablespoon minced fresh dill1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper4 romaine leaves4 whole wheat pita pocket halves Preparation Place 2 in. of water in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; carefully add salmon. Poach, uncovered, for 6-12 minutes or until fish is firm and flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling1 can (8-1/2 ounces) sliced pears, drained1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon6 tablespoons cold butterIce cream, optional Preparation In a greased 9-in. square baking dish, combine pie filling and pears; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour oats and cinnamon; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over fruit. Bake at 350° for 23-25 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup dark corn syrup3 tablespoons butter, melted2 medium pears, peeled and thinly sliced1 package (14-1/2 ounces) gingerbread cake mix2 tablespoons crystallized ginger, finely chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup and butter. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Arrange pear slices over pecan mixture, overlapping slightly. Prepare cake mix according to package directions, folding ginger into batter....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/2 cups milk1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper5 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup all-purpose flour Preparation In a small bowl, combine the soup, milk, salt and cayenne; set aside. Place a third of the potatoes in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; layer with a third of the butter, flour and soup mixture. Repeat layers twice....