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Ingredients 10 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies (about 7 candies)1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract2 drops red food coloring Preparation In a microwave, melt candy coating at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave in additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in the crushed candies, peppermint extract and food coloring. Spread onto waxed paper to cool completely. Break into small pieces; store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 6 medium plum or heirloom tomatoes, sliced1/2 cup sliced red onion3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper4 fresh basil leaves, snipped Preparation In a large bowl, gently combine tomatoes and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with basil. Serve at room temperature with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 8 bone-in pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted2/3 cup 2% milk1/2 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (26 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle pork chops with seasoned salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 4 pork chops (1/2 inch thick)2 tablespoons vegetable oil1-1/4 cup water2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon salt, divided1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, brown chops in oil; drain. Remove chops. Combine water, rice, onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the skillet. Place pork chops over rice mixture; top with corn and tomatoes....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided5 garlic cloves, minced, divided1 small eggplant, peeled and cubed2 medium zucchini, cubed1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/4 cup tomato paste2 teaspoons red wine vinegar1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper2 medium tomatoes, chopped4 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches)2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinachMinced fresh parsley and shaved Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 1/2 cup honey1/2 cup reduced-fat chunky peanut butter1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder4 cups Rice Krispies Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the honey, peanut butter and milk powder. Cook and stir over low heat until blended. Remove from the heat; stir in cereal. Press into an 8-in. square dish coated with cooking spray. Let stand until set. Cut into bars.

Ingredients 6 tablespoons white vinegar3 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons ketchup2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 bay leaf4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4-8 hours, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and halved3 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon chili powder1 garlic clove, halved1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest5 drops hot pepper sauceTortilla chips Preparation In a blender, combine the first 10 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Serve with tortilla chips.

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup sour cream2 packages (2-1/2 ounces each) thinly sliced dried beef, finely chopped2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese1-1/4 cups crisp rice cereal, crushed1/4 cup finely chopped white onion1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauceTOPPINGS:Blue paste food coloring1/2 cup finely shredded Swiss cheese, chopped1/2 cup finely chopped white onion1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese1 package (2-1/2 ounces) thinly sliced dried beef1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup finely chopped green onions (green tops only)1/2 cup diced sweet yellow pepper1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper15 small water chestnut slices2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon whole milkBlack paste food coloring2 breadsticksAssorted crackers...

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1/4 teaspoon baking soda1-1/3 cups water4 large egg whites2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce1-1/3 cups cold fat-free milk1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups fresh raspberries, divided1/2 cup fat-free hot fudge ice cream topping1 tablespoon light corn syrup Preparation In a large bowl, combine cake mix and baking soda. Add the water, egg whites and applesauce; beat on low speed for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, separated2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup rum1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup packed brown sugar, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup butter, meltedOptional: Whipped cream and finely chopped glazed pecans Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. For sauce, in a saucepan, combine confectioners’ sugar, juice and cubed butter; cook and stir over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed, divided3/4 cup cold diet root beer1/2 cup fat-free milk1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)Maraschino cherries, optional Preparation Set aside and refrigerate 1/2 cup whipped topping for garnish. In a large bowl, whisk the root beer, milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in half the remaining whipped topping. Spread into graham cracker crust....

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)2 medium acorn squash, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon orange juice3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation Place pork chops in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add squash. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over squash. Cook, covered, on low 4-6 hours or until pork is tender.

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops, (1/2 inch thick and 8 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/3 cups uncooked instant rice1 cup orange juiceSalt and pepper to taste1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken with rice soup, undiluted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil on both sides. Sprinkle rice into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Add juice; arrange chops over rice. Sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 medium pie pumpkin (about 3 pounds)2/3 cup sugar, divided1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup whole milkPastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)Whipped cream and ground cinnamon, optional Preparation Wash pumpkin; cut a 6-in. circle around stem. Remove top and set aside. Remove loose fibers and seeds from the inside and discard or save seeds for toasting....

Ingredients 3 large egg yolks3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 cups heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 cup canned pumpkin2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon saltSALTED CARAMEL SAUCE:1 cup sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons butter, cubed1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, whisk egg yolks and brown sugar until blended; stir in heavy cream. Cook over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup creamy peanut butter6 cups Corn or Rice Chex1 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips on high for 30 seconds. Stir; microwave until the chips are melted, about 30 seconds longer. Stir in peanut butter. Gently stir in cereal until well coated; set aside. Place confectioners’ sugar in a large airtight container. Add cereal mixture and shake until well coated....

Ingredients 2/3 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch3/4 cup water2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries1 tablespoon lemon juiceCRUST:3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground mace1 cup cold butter2 large eggs1 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup cold butter1/4 cup sliced almonds Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, water and raspberries. Bring to a boil over medium heat; boil until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 6 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb4 cups sugar1 package (6 ounces) raspberry gelatin1 can (21 ounces) raspberry pie filling Preparation In a large saucepan, combine rhubarb and sugar; cover and refrigerate overnight. Place saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until rhubarb is tender. Meanwhile, rinse six 1-cup plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. Stir in gelatin and pie filling into rhubarb mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted1/2 cup soft whole wheat or white bread crumbs1/2 cup fire-roasted crushed tomatoes1 jar (8 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 garlic cloves1 teaspoon sweet paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1/4 cup sherry1/2 cup olive oil Preparation Pulse almonds, bread crumbs, tomatoes, roasted peppers, parsley, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper in a food processor until finely chopped. Add sherry; process until blended....