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Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1/2 cup cold water1 cup cream of coconut1 cup sour cream3/4 cup lemon-lime soda3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped macadamia nutsPineapple chunks and freshly shredded coconut, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set the pineapple aside. In a large saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt2 eggs1 cup finely shredded carrots2/3 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs; add carrots, oil and pineapple. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in coconut, raisins and pecans....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1-1/2 cups cooked spaghetti4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 tablespoon butter, melted1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry3/4 cup 4% cottage cheese1 cup pizza sauce1/2 cup finely shredded carrot1/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a bowl, beat 1 egg. Stir in the spaghetti, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and butter; mix well....

Ingredients 4 pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil2 medium onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup chili sauce1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1-3/4 cups frozen lima beans, thawed Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chops on both sides. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Italian salad dressing with roasted red pepper and Parmesan, divided6 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)1 medium mango, peeled and diced1/2 cup chopped sweet onion1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple Preparation Pour 3/4 cup salad dressing into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork chops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. In a small bowl, combine the mango, onion, pineapple and remaining salad dressing....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground pork3/4 cup shredded cabbage1/2 cup chopped celery4 green onions, sliced3 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup salad shrimp, chopped1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped1/2 cup canned bean sprouts, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 to 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon sugar8 refrigerated egg roll wrappersOil for deep-fat fryingSWEET ‘N’ SOUR SAUCE:1 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 cup water1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice, optional1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups cubed fresh pumpkin or butternut squash1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked apple chicken sausage links or flavor of your choice, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add pumpkin; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter3 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed1 can (15 ounces) lentils, drained2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup vegetable or chicken broth1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon quatre epices (French four spice)1/2 teaspoon salt1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add vegetables and lentils; cook and stir until heated through, 3-5 minutes. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in broth....

Ingredients 1 cup quinoa, rinsed3-1/2 cups water, divided1/2 pound lean ground turkey1 large sweet onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 medium zucchini, chopped1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped1 tablespoon adobo sauce1 bay leaf1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup frozen corn, thawed1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional toppings: Cubed avocado, shredded Monterey Jack cheese...

Ingredients 2 cups dried lentils (4 cups cooked)2 teaspoons salt5 cups water, divided1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 envelope onion soup mix1 cup ketchup1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon cider vinegar Preparation Rinse the lentils. In a heavy saucepan, bring lentils, salt and 4 cups water to a boil. Cover and simmer 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the lentils are tender. Meanwhile, cook beef over medium heat in a skillet until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar1 envelope (1 tablespoon) unflavored gelatin1/2 cup cold water1 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 5 cups fresh fruit (bite-size pieces) Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar and gelatin. Stir in water; let stand 5 minutes. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in whipping cream. In a bowl, combine sour cream and vanilla. Add gradually to hot mixture; mix until smooth....

Ingredients 1 jar (7 ounces) julienned oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped1/4 cup orange juice3/4 cup mayonnaise8 ounces crumbled feta cheese1/3 cup crushed saltines1 large egg, lightly beaten3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill1 pound salmon fillet, skinned, cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons olive oil8 mini pretzel buns, toasted16 hamburger dill pickle slices Preparation Place tomatoes and orange juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked acini di pepe pasta3 cups frozen corn1 jar (14 ounces) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped1 jar (6 ounces) prepared pesto1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup olive oil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions, adding corn during the last 2 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, pesto, cheese, oil, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) solid-pack pumpkin1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 cup sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 cup butter, melted1-1/2 cups chopped pecansFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Line the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish with parchment; grease parchment. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat the pumpkin, milk, sugar, eggs and vanilla until well blended....

Ingredients 1/2 c. golden raisins 1/2 c. hot water 4 tbsp. olive oil 28 red pearl onions 2 medium bulbs fennel 1 tsp. tomato paste 1/2 c. white-wine vinegar 2 tbsp. light-brown sugar 1 tbsp. capers 2 pork tenderloins coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, mix together raisins and hot water; set aside until plump.Step 2Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon dried minced onion1 garlic clove, minced5 pounds chicken wings (about 24 wings)1 teaspoon salt4 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation Whisk together first 10 ingredients. For chicken, use a sharp knife to cut through 2 wing joints; discard wing tips. Place wing pieces in a 6-qt....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped1 medium sweet pepper, chopped1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 teaspoon pepper, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cups half-and-half cream4 cups (8 ounces) uncooked egg noodles3 cans (5 ounces each) light tuna in water2 tablespoons lemon juice2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 cups frozen peas, thawed2 cups crushed potato chips Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt....

Ingredients 3 cups canned pumpkin3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice2 cartons (1-1/2 quarts each) vanilla ice cream, softened if necessaryCOOKIES:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar3 large egg yolks3 tablespoons pumpkin or apple butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, mix pumpkin and pie spice until blended; stir in ice cream. Freeze, covered, until firm enough to scoop....

Ingredients 1 cup canned pumpkin2 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons grated fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon ground cloves48 wonton wrappersOil for fryingSAUCE:1 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup butter, cubed2/3 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon baking soda Preparation For filling, in a large bowl, beat the first 7 ingredients until blended. Place a tablespoonful of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 medium onion, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon ground mustard1 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up and skin removed1 envelope (1-1/4 ounces) chili seasoningHot cooked pasta Preparation Place the first eight ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until pureed....