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Ingredients 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper4 turkey breast cutlets (2 ounces each)2 teaspoons butterMUSHROOM TOMATO SAUCE:1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth1 teaspoon brown sugarSalt and pepper to taste, optional1 teaspoon butter1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1 cup uncooked long grain rice1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) red beans, rinsed and drained Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup water3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons butter Preparation On a floured surface, roll half the dough to fit a 9-in. pie plate; trim to 1 in. beyond rim of plate. Set remaining dough aside. Refrigerate both until ready to fill. In a large saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth....

Ingredients 2 celery ribs, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1 small carrot, shredded3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed2 garlic cloves, minced4 cups cubed day-old whole wheat bread1-1/2 cups shredded peeled tart apples (about 2 medium)1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted1 egg, lightly beaten3/4 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon salt...

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 large eggs, room temperature2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups 2% milkFROSTING:1 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 medium zucchini, sliced2 to 3 thin slices red onion, separated into rings1/8 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon olive oil1 can (5-1/2 ounces) spicy hot V8 juice1 medium tomato, cut into 8 wedges1/8 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon real bacon bits Preparation In a large skillet, saute the zucchini, onion and salt in oil until vegetables are crisp-tender. Gently stir in the V8 juice, tomato, basil and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1 large egg2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained2 drops red food coloring2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted4 teaspoons nonpareils Preparation Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide into thirds. Add cherries and food coloring to one portion, chocolate to another portion and nonpareils to remaining portion....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, divided1 medium tomato, chopped1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs2 ounces crumbled blue cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt6 flounder or sole fillets (1-1/2 to 2 pounds)1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation In a skillet, melt 1/4 cup of butter; add tomato, celery and parsley. Cook over low heat until vegetables are tender and juices evaporate, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the bread crumbs, blue cheese, egg and salt....

Ingredients 5 bacon strips, chopped1 large sweet onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped5 cups frozen corn (about 24 ounces), thawed2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1/2 cup half-and-half cream1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving drippings in pan; drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 3/4 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 3/4 tsp. kosher salt 36 large shrimp 1/2 large red onion 2 1/2 c. hoisin sauce 3 limes Preparation Step 1Soak your wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the broiler or light a medium-hot fire in a charcoal or gas grill.Step 2Whisk together the oil, pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Add the shrimp and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 batch of 30 meatballs (frozen or thawed)1 cup ketchup3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional6 sandwich rolls, split Preparation Place meatballs in an ungreased 1-qt. baking dish. Combine the next five ingredients; pour over meatballs. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Serve on rolls.

Ingredients 1 ripe mango 1 ripe banana c. brown sugar 4 clove garlic 1 tbsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. chili or ancho chili powder 1/2 tsp. ground white pepper 1/2 c. fresh lime juice 1/2 c. tequila (white or dark) 4 lb. skinless boneless chicken breasts 2 limes 2 tbsp. pink peppercorns 1/4 c. roasted pumpkin seeds cilantro sprigs Preparation Step 1In a blender or food processor with knife blade attached, puree mango, banana, brown sugar, garlic, salt, chili powder, and white pepper until smooth....

Ingredients 3 medium potatoes, sliced3 carrots, sliced3 celery ribs, sliced2 cups cut fresh or frozen cut green beans1 medium onion, chopped1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper4 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a 3-qt. casserole dish, layer half each potatoes, carrots, celery, green beans and onion. Crumble half the uncooked beef over vegetables. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon each thyme, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup water2 medium carrots, cut into chunks2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 small zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick1 small yellow squash, sliced 1/4 inch thick2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes1/3 cup ketchup1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained...

Ingredients 4 cups cubed peeled potatoes6 cups water1 pound ground beef5 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted2 cups frozen corn, thawed2 cups frozen sliced carrots, thawed2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed2 cups frozen sliced okra, thawed3 tablespoons dried minced onion Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring potatoes and water to a boil. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients Ice cubes2 ounces whiskey1-1/2 ounces sour mixGARNISH:Orange wedge and maraschino cherry Preparation Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add whiskey and sour mix. Cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker, 10-15 seconds. Strain into a chilled wine or sour glass. Garnish as desired.

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)Sliced ripe olives and additional fresh thyme, optional Preparation In a food processor, combine the beans, 1/4 cup oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:1 large egg, room temperature1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 teaspoon orange extract1-1/2 cups white baking chips1 cup dried cranberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil. In a bowl, mix flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto bottom of prepared pan....

Ingredients 4 cups whole wheat flour2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup toasted wheat germ1 cup toasted oat bran1 cup buttermilk blend powder3 tablespoons baking powder2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:2 eggs1 cup water2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons honey Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 months. Yield: 8-1/2 cups mix (about 4 batches). To prepare waffles: Place 2 cups waffle mix in a bowl....

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt5 large eggs1-1/2 cups vegetable oil2 cups sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups shredded zucchini1-1/2 cups chopped pecans1 cup grated peeled apples Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. In a large bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Add oil, sugars and vanilla; beat until blended. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....