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Ingredients 8 ounces rigatoni or large tube pasta1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1 package (8 ounces) sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 tablespoons miced fresh sage1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups chopped fresh kale1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender....

Ingredients 3/4 lb. ground beef pinch of kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 6 oz. aged Cheddar cheese 6 slice brioche bread Rémoulade Sauce arugula leaves 6 cherry tomatoes 3 cornichons Preparation Step 1Preheat a grill or grill pan.Step 2Put ground beef in a bowl and season with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Mix together with your hands to combine. Take a small amount (about 2 tablespoons) of the ground beef and roll it in the palm of your hand like you are making meatballs....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons oil from oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1 cup sliced sweet onion1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen french-style green beans Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add tomatoes, garlic and lemon pepper; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Stir in frozen green beans; cook, covered, until heated through, stirring occasionally, 7-9 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground allspice3 large eggs2 cups grated zucchini1 cup canola oil3 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup raisins, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, beat the eggs, zucchini, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in chocolate chips and raisins if desired....

Ingredients 2 Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), sliced1/4 cup coarsely chopped onion1/4 cup coarsely chopped green pepper1/3 cup ginger ale1/3 cup chili sauce1/4 cup apricot preserves1 tablespoon onion soup mix1 French roll, split1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the sausage, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the ginger ale, chili sauce, preserves and soup mix....

Ingredients 3 cups sugar3 eggs, lightly beaten2 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup chopped pecans, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine sugar, eggs, sweet potatoes and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder, nutmeg, allspice cinnamon, salt and baking soda; stir into potato mixture. Fold in nuts if desired....

Ingredients 3 cups self-rising flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 eggs1-1/2 cups vegetable oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes1 cup raisins1 cup chopped nuts Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar and cinnamon. In a bowl, beat the eggs, oil and vanilla. Stir in sweet potatoes. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in raisins and nuts. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened, divided1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)1 large onion, chopped2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3 large eggs1 cup half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Spread 1 tablespoon butter over bottom of pastry shell; set aside. In a skillet, saute onion in remaining butter until tender. Spread in pastry shell. Toss Swiss cheese with flour; sprinkle over onion. In a bowl, whisk the eggs, cream and salt....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded fontina cheese1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese3 green onions, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon water1 cup spaghetti sauce, warmed Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine first seven ingredients. On a lightly floured surface, unroll pizza crust into an 11-in....

Ingredients 1 tube (18 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough4 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each), finely chopped Preparation Slice cookie dough into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Sprinkle each with 2 teaspoons chopped candy bars. Bake at 350° for 7-9 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons instant espresso granules1 cup boiling water1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening1-1/4 cups sugar2 eggs1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup milk chocolate toffee bitsFROSTING:1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting2 teaspoons instant espresso granules1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup milk chocolate toffee bits Preparation Dissolve espresso granules in boiling water; cool. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 3 cups cooked rice1/4 cup olive oil4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced2 tablespoons chopped onionLettuce leaves2 hard-boiled large eggs, slicedPimiento-stuffed olives and lemon wedges, optional Preparation Place rice in a medium bowl. Combine oil, vinegar, salt and pepper; pour over rice and toss to coat. Stir in the tuna, tomatoes, cucumber and onion....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice4 cups water1/2 cup butter, cubed8 ounces red potatoes (about 2 medium), chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup all-purpose flour3 cups chicken broth2 cups half-and-half cream1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken Preparation In a saucepan, combine rice and water; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach2 tablespoons butter2 cups cooked noodles1-1/2 cups diced cooked turkey1 cup turkey or chicken gravy1 carton (8 ounces) sour cream onion dip1/2 teaspoon onion salt2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook spinach according to package directions; drain. Stir in butter. Place noodles in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; top with spinach. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, gravy, onion dip and onion salt; spoon over spinach....

Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey1/2 teaspoon garlic powderSalt and pepper to taste1 cup grated carrots1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon olive oil3-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce1 package (25 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli, cooked and drained3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt and pepper; set aside....

Ingredients 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon shortening6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped, divided1-1/2 cups fresh strawberries, halved Preparation Line a 9-in. heart-shaped or square pan with foil; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Pour into prepared pan, swirling to coat the bottom and 1-1/2 in....

Ingredients 1 medium red onion, sliced1 cup julienned carrots1 cup chopped fresh broccoli1 cup fresh snow peas2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 cup cubed cooked chicken1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper10 pita pocket halves1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the onion, carrots, broccoli and peas in oil for 4-5 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon baking powder3 large eggs1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1/2 cup canola oil1 tablespoon grated orange zest2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups shredded zucchini1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, applesauce, oil, orange zest and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 1/4 c. milk 1/4 c. Breakstone’s® or Knudsen® Sour Cream 3 tbsp. sugar 2 1/4 c. all-purpose baking mix 1 package Jell-O® Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding 1 tub Cool Whip® Whipped Topping 4 c. sliced strawberries c. sugar Preparation Step 1Heat oven to 425 degrees F.Step 2Beat 1/2 cup milk, sour cream, and 3 tablespoons sugar in large bowl with whisk until well blended. Stir in baking mix just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1 cup milk chocolate chips1 cup vanilla or white chips4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped3/4 cup English toffee bits or almond brickle chips1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream the shortening, butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....