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Ingredients 3 eggs2 cups sugar1 cup vegetable oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups chopped peeled zucchini1 can (17 ounces) fruit cocktail, drained3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add sugar, oil and vanilla; beat well. Stir in zucchini and fruit cocktail. Combine dry ingredients; stir into zucchini mixture. Stir in nuts. Pour into two greased and floured 8x4-in....

Ingredients 3 small acorn squash 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 c. farro 2 c. plus 2 tablespoons apple cider, divided 2 sprigs fresh thyme 1/2 lb. sweet Italian sausage 1/2 yellow onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. fresh thyme, chopped 1 bunch lacinato kale, stems removed and chopped Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 400°. Cut each end off squash and halve....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/3 cup finely chopped onion1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided1/4 cup water3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup uncooked instant rice4 medium green peppers Preparation Crumble beef into a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe bowl; add the onion. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in 1-1/2 cups tomato sauce, water, 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper....

Ingredients Cooking spray 8 portobello mushrooms, washed and stems and gills removed 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened 1 (10-oz.) package frozen spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry 1 c. shredded mozzarella 6 strips bacon, cooked and roughly chopped 1/2 c. cherry tomatoes, quartered 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. dried oregano Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Pinch crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs...

Ingredients 5 large pears, peeled and sliced3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup orange juice4-1/2 teaspoons quick-cooking tapioca1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerrootPastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine first nine ingredients. Let stand 15 minutes. Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom crust; trim pastry even with edge....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter, meltedOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. In a small bowl, combine the egg, milk and butter. Add to dry ingredients and mix well. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon lemon extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltGLAZE:1/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup water1/4 cup orange juiceTOPPING:4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 cup whipped topping1 firm banana, sliced1 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 can (8 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained2 kiwifruit, peeled and thinly sliced1/3 cup fresh blueberries Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup warm tomato juice (70° to 80°)2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons brown sugar1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2-3/4 cups bread flour1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, well-drained1/2 cup chopped pitted Greek olives, well-drained Preparation In bread machine pan, place tomato juice, 1 tablespoon oil, salt, brown sugar, rosemary, flour and yeast in order suggested by manufacturer....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth2 medium celery ribs, thinly sliced2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 medium onion, thinly sliced2 teaspoons dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon browning sauce, optional1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsleyHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, combine the first eight ingredients....

Ingredients 6 large jalapeno peppersOil for deep-fat frying1 cup refrigerated fully cooked barbecued shredded pork (about 8 ounces)1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese1/4 cup barbecue sauce1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup cornstarch3 teaspoons salt3 teaspoons paprika12 ounces beerWhite barbecue sauce, optional Preparation Cut off stem end of jalapenos. Using the tip of a small knife, remove seeds and membrane. In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add jalapenos; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes4 teaspoons dried minced onion4 teaspoons chili powder3 teaspoons dried minced chives3 teaspoons ground cuminADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR TEX-MEX DIP:1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour creamCorn chipsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR TEX-MEX CHICKEN:7 cups uncooked wide egg noodles1 package (16 ounces) Velveeta, cubed1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons 2% milk3 packages (6 ounces each) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained...

Ingredients 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. Dutch cocoa powder 1 tbsp. ancho chili powder 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 5 oz. coarsely chopped dark (60 percent) chocolate 1 stick unsalted butter 3/4 c. granulated sugar 1/4 c. packed light brown sugar 3 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. freshly grated ginger Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter sides and bottom of a glass or light-colored metal 8" x 8" pan....

Ingredients 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced1/4 cup minced fresh basil2 medium tomatoes, sliced8 slices sourdough breadSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoons butter, softened Preparation Layer the cheese, basil and tomatoes on four bread slices. Sprinkle tomatoes with salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter. Cook in a preheated panini maker or indoor electric grill until bread is browned and cheese is melted.

Ingredients 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup fresh or frozen corn1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup lime juice1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground corianderTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable pineapple cream cheese4 flour tortillas (10 inches)4 cups fresh baby spinach (about 4 ounces)3/4 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef1 medium mango, peeled and sliced Preparation Spread cream cheese over tortillas to within 1 in. of edges. Layer with spinach, roast beef and mango. Roll up tightly and serve.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter3 medium carrots, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced6 cups water3 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken base3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1 cup frozen peas1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat. Add carrots; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in water, chicken base and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground turkey2 teaspoons canola oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 6 patties. Refrigerate, covered, for 2 hours. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties; cook until a thermometer reads 165°, 6-7 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 egg3 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltPrepared vanilla frosting and red colored sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg, beating well. Add extracts; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture until combined. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until easy to handle....

Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup lemon juice2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced1 pound small red potatoes (about 9), halved1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed12 cups torn romaine (about 2 small bunches)6 hard-boiled large eggs, quartered1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained1/2 cup Nicoise or kalamata olives...