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Ingredients 1 cup canned great northern beans, rinsed and drained3 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/4 cup chopped pitted Greek olives6 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into strips1 tablespoon minced garlicSalt and pepper to taste1 French bread baguette, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices1 package (5.3 ounces) goat cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes, olives, 4 tablespoons oil, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet....

Ingredients 5 to 6 cups sliced carrots (about 2 pounds), cut 1/4 inch thick, divided6 slices Swiss cheese, dividedSAUCE:1 small onion, minced4 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon chili powder2 cups milkTOPPING:1 cup soft bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled Preparation On stovetop or in a microwave oven, blanch the carrots in covered dish until tender-crisp. Layer half of the carrots in shallow 2-qt. baking pan; cover with half of the cheese....

Ingredients 3/4 pound ground beef1 tablespoon butter2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms, sliced2 tablespoons sliced green onions1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1-1/2 cups cooked rice1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1/2 cup sour cream1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the butter, zucchini, mushrooms and onions; cook and stir until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped zucchini1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1/2 cup fat-free milk2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese, divided Preparation In a skillet coated with cooking spray, saute zucchini, corn, onion and red pepper. Cover and simmer for 8 minutes....

Ingredients 12 cups popped popcorn2 cups miniature pretzels1 cup pecan halves, toasted1/4 cup butter, melted4 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped2 ounces milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the popcorn, pretzels and pecans. Drizzle with butter and toss; set aside. In a microwave, melt white candy coating at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over popcorn mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes1 jar (16 ounces) black bean and corn salsa1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)1 medium tomato, choppedOptional toppings: Chopped green onions, sliced ripe olives and sour cream Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 15-17 minutes, turning once. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the salsa, chicken and cheese. Cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 2 bunches Swiss chard1 small red onion, halved and sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced beets, drained and julienned3 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Cut stems from chard; coarsely chop stems and leaves separately. Fill a Dutch oven with water; bring to a boil. Add chard leaves. Return to a boil; cook for 1-2 minutes or just until tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 celery ribs, sliced1 large onion, chopped1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons barbecue sauce1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce6 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook beef, celery and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 5 cups all-purpose flour1 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup shortening1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/2 cup 2% warm milk (110° to 115°)2 large eggs, room temperature1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups confectioners’ sugarAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Place flour in a large bowl; cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside. In another large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add the eggs, sugar, vanilla and 2 cups of the crumb mixture; beat until well blended....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup shortening4 to 6 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:6 large eggs1 can (29 ounces) pumpkin2 cups packed brown sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon each ground cloves, nutmeg and ginger2 cups evaporated milkDECORATIONS (OPTIONAL):Dough for single-crust pie1 large egg, beaten Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball....

Ingredients 1 1/4 lb. fresh tuna 2 scallions 12 pitted kalamata olives 1 tbsp. salted capers salt Freshly ground pepper extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 1/2 tsp. anchovy paste 4 brioche buns Sliced tomatoes arugula Preparation Step 1Spread the tuna, scallions, olives, and capers on a plate and freeze for 5 minutes. Transfer to a food processor and pulse until the tuna is finely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a bowl; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons mango chutney4-1/4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder1 garlic clove, minced1 package (20 ounces) turkey breast tenderloins, cut into thin strips7 teaspoons sesame oil, divided1 large sweet red pepper, julienned1-1/2 cups fresh snow peas6 cups shredded cabbage Preparation In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir in the chutney, soy sauce, five-spice powder and garlic....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg3/4 cup molasses4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground ginger1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground clovesROYAL ICING:4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup water4 teaspoons meringue powder1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1 to 3 tablespoons heavy whipping creamOptional: Food coloring and assorted sprinkles Preparation Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and molasses....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked medium pasta shells1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans1 tablespoon cornstarch3/4 cup chicken broth3 tablespoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 can (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained1 small tomato, chopped Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding the beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Meanwhile, combine the cornstarch and broth until smooth; set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter; add the mustard, basil and garlic powder....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole wheat flour2/3 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 cup butter, melted1 cup shredded zucchini1 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup raisins Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk and melted butter until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/4 cup lime juice8 cups cubed seedless watermelon1/4 cup sugar2 cups diet lemon-lime soda, chilled Preparation In a blender, cover and process the lime juice, watermelon, and sugar in batches until smooth. Pour into a freezer-proof container. Cover and freeze for 30 minutes or until edges begin to freeze. Stir and return to freezer. Repeat every 20 minutes or until slushy, about 90 minutes. Spoon 3/4 cup into bowls or glasses; add 1/4 cup soda....

Ingredients 2 6-inch pita breads 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 medium shallot 1 1/2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar or balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 c. sour cream 1 garlic clove Salt and freshly ground white pepper 2 large Belgian endives 12 marinated white anchovies Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the pitas on a baking sheet, rough sides up, and spread each round with 1 tablespoon of the butter....

Ingredients 2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage1 teaspoon salt1-3/4 cups fat-free milk1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cups whole wheat flour1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornmeal, divided Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, brown sugar, yeast, sage and salt. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-1/4-inch pieces1 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 pounds small red potatoes, cut into chunks3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium onions, quartered1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, halved1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 cup unsweetened apple juice1/4 cup tomato paste1/2 cup minced fresh parsley2 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled...

Ingredients 3-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, softened1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk2 eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons salt2 cups whole wheat flour2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add the sugar, butter, milk, eggs, salt and whole wheat flour; beat until smooth. Add enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes....