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Ingredients 2 cups sugar3/4 cup canola oil4 large eggs, separated, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milkFILLING:3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup water1 large egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 tablespoon butter, softenedFROSTING:1 cup butter, softened6 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest4 to 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil....

Ingredients 1 small butternut squash (about 2-1/2 pounds)1 jar (16 ounces) pineapple salsa 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed2 cups fresh baby spinach Preparation Halve squash lengthwise; remove seeds. Place in a microwave-safe dish, cut side down. Microwave, covered, on high until soft, 15-20 minutes; cool slightly. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine salsa and beans; heat through over medium heat, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 4 cups chopped peeled tart apples3 cups sliced almonds1-1/2 cups chopped onion1-1/2 cups chopped celery1/2 cup butter2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons poultry seasoning12 cups cubed whole wheat bread2 cups raisins1 cup apple cider or juice1/2 cup egg substitute1 turkey (15 to 20 pounds)1-1/2 cups waterGRAVY:2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 cup milk Preparation In a large skillet, saute apples, almonds, onion and celery in butter for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. water 2 bunch watercress 1 block firm tofu 2 scallions 2 clove garlic 1/4 c. finely chopped water chestnuts 1 tsp. Asian sesame oil 1 large egg 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. white pepper 1/4 c. vegetable oil Preparation Step 1Put the flour in a medium bowl. Add the water in a steady stream, stirring until a raggy dough forms. Turn the dough out on a work surface and knead until smooth, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sliced green onions1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 small potato, peeled and cubed1 large carrot, sliced1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup broccoli florets1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Add the broth, potato, carrot and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli, salt if desired and pepper; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 c. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. heavy cream 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. salt 10 oz. chocolate candy coating Sprinkles Preparation Step 1In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add heavy cream and vanilla and mix well. Add flour and salt and mix, kneading with your hands if necessary, until dough comes together into a large ball....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup cider vinegar8 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound fully cooked ham, thinly sliced1/2 pound thinly sliced cooked turkey1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami1/4 pound sliced provolone cheese1/4 pound sliced mozzarella cheese1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced into rings Preparation Cut bread in half lengthwise; hollow out top and bottom, leaving a 1/2-in. shell (discard removed bread or save for another use)....

Ingredients 1 cup soaked mesquite wood chips2 medium onions12 garlic cloves, peeled3 teaspoons barbecue seasoning, divided2 pounds tomatillos, husked (about 12)2 pounds plum tomatoes (about 8)6 jalapeno peppers1-1/2 cups cider vinegar1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation Add wood chips to grill according to manufacturer’s directions. Cut onions in quarters; place in a small bowl. Add garlic and 1-1/2 teaspoons barbecue seasoning; toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium)1 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup egg substitute3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup raisins2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt8 tablespoons fat-free whipped topping in a can Preparation Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes. Bake at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until very tender. Cut sweet potatoes in half; scoop out pulp and place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1/2 cup water3 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups whole milk2 cups shredded Gouda cheese3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon Preparation Place sweet potatoes in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1 envelope taco seasoning1/2 cup chopped onion Thinly sliced green onions, optionalTortilla chips and fresh mini bell peppers Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower1 tablespoon water1/2 cup mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Preparation Place cauliflower in a microwave-safe dish. Add water. Cover and microwave on high for 9-11 minutes or until tender. Combine mayonnaise, prepared mustard and ground mustard; spread over cauliflower. Sprinkle with cheese. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30 seconds or until the cheese is melted.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, lightly beaten, room temperature1-1/4 cups whole milk2/3 cup canned pumpkin4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted1/3 cup chopped pecansMAPLE CRANBERRY BUTTER:1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/4 cup maple syrup1 cup butter, softenedAdditional maple syrup, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. Whisk the egg, milk, pumpkin and butter; stir into dry ingredients until blended....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked penne pasta3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups whole milk1 pound white cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon white pepper1 cup chopped seeded tomatoesFresh basil leaves, thinly sliced Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 8 uncooked Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), hot or mild2-1/2 pounds seedless green or red grapes, or a mixture20 to 30 garlic cloves, peeled and halved1/2 cup melted butter, divided 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place sausage links in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until no longer pink and some fat has been rendered, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 2 baking potatoes extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 sweet potatoes 12 oz. store-bought pizza dough 1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese 6 Picholine olives Preparation Step 1Set a pizza stone on the bottom of the oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spread the baking potato slices on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 c. red-wine vinegar c. olive oil Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 lb. fresh shiitake mushrooms 1 1/2 c. quinoa 1 lb. baby spinach 8 oz. feta cheese Preparation Step 1Heat broiler; set rack 4 inches from heat. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.Step 2On a large rimmed broiler-proof baking sheet, toss mushrooms with half the dressing (reserve the rest); broil, tossing occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated and mushrooms are tender, 20 to 25 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups sliced baby portobello mushrooms (about 6 ounces)1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth Preparation Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook chicken until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes per side....

Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)1 package (14.4 ounces) pearl onions, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushedHot cooked rice or pastaMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place chicken and onions in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine soup, wine and seasonings; pour over chicken and onions....

Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg1/4 cup molasses2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon saltLEMON FROSTING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon grated lemon zest3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....