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Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation Drain tomatoes, reserving 1/4 cup liquid. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, oregano and salt. Combine the egg, butter, tomatoes and reserved juice. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked multigrain spiral pasta3 large portobello mushrooms1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter3 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups 2% milk1/3 cup heavy whipping cream2 cups cubed cooked turkey3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. With a spoon, scrape and remove gills of mushrooms; slice caps. In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 medium red potatoes, peeled and cubed1 medium yellow summer squash, diced3 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 tablespoon butterDash salt and pepper1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Place the potatoes in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add squash; cover and simmer 5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Drain. Place potatoes and squash in a bowl; mash....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bacon strips, coarsely chopped6 boneless skinless chicken thighs1 package (20 ounces) frozen corn2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon minced garlic1 envelope (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing mix12 ounces cream cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseOptional: Cubed avocado and sliced jalapeno...

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small garlic clove, minced1 bone-in beef rib roast (about 3 pounds and 2 ribs)2 large baking potatoes Preparation Combine the oil and garlic; rub evenly over roast. Place roast, fat side up, in a small roasting pan. Place a potato on each side of roast. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°; medium-well, 170°)....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamonOil for frying10 flour tortillas (6 inches) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine sugar and cinnamon; set aside. In a small skillet, heat 1/2 in of oil. Place one tortilla at a time in skillet, cook for 5 seconds; turn and cook 10 seconds longer or until browned. Place in sugar mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 cinnamon raisin bagels (3-1/2 inches), split4 teaspoons reduced-fat cream cheese4 lettuce leaves1/4 pound shaved deli smoked turkey2 fresh dill sprigs2 green onions, sliced2 slices (1/2 ounce each) reduced-fat Swiss cheese4 thin tomato slices1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons reduced-fat mayonnaise Preparation Lightly toast bagels; spread cream cheese on bottom halves. Layer with the lettuce, turkey, dill, onions, cheese and tomato. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread mayonnaise on top halves of bagels; place over tomato....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup molasses2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup golden raisins Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in sour cream and molasses. Combine 2 cups flour, baking soda, ginger, allspice and cinnamon; add to creamed mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. arborio rice 1/2 c. frozen petite peas 6 oz. fresh mozzarella 1/2 c. grated Parmesan 3 tbsp. butter 3 oz. sliced prosciutto 1/2 tsp. salt 3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1Stir the rice into a medium pot of boiling, salted water and cook until almost done, about 15 minutes. Stir in the peas. Cook until the peas and rice are just done, about 2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup chopped pitted Greek olives1/4 cup spicy brown mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper6 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed6 ounces thinly sliced deli roast beef6 slices white bread, crusts removed Preparation Place butter, olives, mustard and pepper in a food processor; pulse until chopped. Spread butter mixture over wheat bread; top with roast beef and white bread. Cut each sandwich crosswise into thirds.

Ingredients 1 whole beef brisket Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 clove garlic 1 tsp. ground coriander 1 c. barbecue sauce 1 c. low-sodium beef broth Preparation Step 1Generously season the brisket all over with salt and pepper. Place the brisket on a large rimmed baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.Step 2Light a charcoal fire in a starter chimney. Add the lit coals to the firebox of a smoker and heat the smoker to 275 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon lemon extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powderGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons water1 tablespoon light corn syrupFood coloring, optional Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg and extracts. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. (Dough will be very stiff. If necessary, stir in the last cup of flour mixture by hand....

Ingredients 2 cups chopped peeled pears1 cup shredded zucchini1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3 eggs, beaten1 cup vegetable oil1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup rye or whole wheat flour2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine flours, pie spice, baking soda, baking powder and salt; stir into pear mixture until blended....

Ingredients 2 cups pancake mix2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup chocolate syrup1/4 cup canola oil2/3 cup chopped pecansCHOCOLATE BUTTER:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa Preparation Place pancake mix in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, chocolate syrup and oil. Stir into pancake mix just until combined. Stir in pecans. Bake in a preheated round Belgian waffle maker according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown....

Ingredients 5-1/2 cups 2% milk1/3 cup heavy whipping cream4 teaspoons crushed peppermint candies, divided 12 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped3/4 teaspoon peppermint extractMiniature marshmallows, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in 1 teaspoon crushed candy. Whisk chocolate into milk until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in extract....

Ingredients 4 quarts long red, green or yellow peppers (Hungarian, Banana, etc.)1-1/2 cups canning salt4 quarts plus 2 cups water, divided10 cups white vinegar1/4 cup sugar2 garlic cloves, peeled Preparation Cut 2 small slits in each pepper. Dissolve salt in 4 quarts water. Pour over peppers; cover and refrigerate overnight. Drain; rinse and drain thoroughly. Pack peppers into hot 1-quart jars to within 1/2 in. of the top. In a Dutch oven, combine the vinegar, sugar, garlic and remaining water; bring to a boil and simmer 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt-free herb seasoning blend1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked8 slices Italian bread4 slices tomato4 lettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the applesauce and mayonnaise. Stir in the celery, green pepper, pineapple, onion, seasoning blend, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerrootSALSA:2 cups chopped fresh pineapple1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon brown sugar Preparation Place pork on a greased rack in a foil-lined shallow roasting pan. Combine the brown sugar, mustard and ginger; spread over pork. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve whole grain brown and wild rice medley1-3/4 cups frozen broccoli, carrots and water chestnuts, thawed and coarsely chopped1/2 cup chopped dried apricots1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves1/4 teaspoon pepperGRAVY:1 cup water1 envelope pork gravy mix1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Make a lengthwise slit down the center of each tenderloin to within 1/2 in....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces4 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed4 chicken drumsticks, skin removed1 package (12 ounces) smoked sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup chicken broth1 cup barbecue sauceSliced seeded jalapeno pepper, optional Preparation Place the first 6 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; top with barbecue sauce. Lock lid and close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 12 minutes....