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Ingredients 4 boneless butterfly pork loin chops (1 inch thick)2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 large onion, chopped8 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced1/4 cup water2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup sour creamHot cooked noodles Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat; brown pork chops in oil for 5-6 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. In the drippings, saute onion and mushrooms until tender. Stir in the water, mustard and salt; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded carrots1-3/4 cups sugar1 cup canola oil3 large eggs, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped pecansFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperatureFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat the carrots, sugar, oil and eggs until well blended. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually beat into carrot mixture until blended....

Ingredients 4 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained2 large onions, finely chopped1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup ketchup10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup molasses1/4 cup canned diced jalapeno peppers2 tablespoons white vinegar4 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons ground mustard1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low for 5-6 hours or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 teaspoons canola oil, divided1 large green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 medium tart apples, chopped1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions, divided2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cider vinegarHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth....

Ingredients 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained1 can (9-3/4 ounces) chunk white chicken, drained1 cup shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese2 tablespoons diced jalapeno pepper2 teaspoons taco seasoning6 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmedTaco sauce and sour cream, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, chicken, cheese, jalapeno and taco seasoning. Place about 1/3 cupful down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 11x7-in....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons finely chopped onion3/4 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained2 tablespoons taco seasoning1 cup water1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles1/4 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blendCrushed tortilla chips, optional Preparation In a small skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; crumble beef; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Add ramen noodles (discard seasoning packet or save for another use)....

Ingredients 1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup soy sauce3 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 teaspoon ground ginger3/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1-1/2 pounds)4 hard rolls or croissants1 cup finely shredded lettuce8 tomato slices4 green pepper rings1/4 cup mayonnaise, optional Preparation In a blender, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Reserve 1/4 cup. Pour remaining sauce into a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken; seal and refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper3 tablespoons butter1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 jar (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 package (8 ounces) noodles, cooked and drained3 cups diced cooked chicken2 cups ricotta cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup buttered bread crumbs Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak2/3 cup white wine or beef broth1/3 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon18 small whole onions3 to 4 small zucchini, cut in 1-inch slices2 large sweet red peppers, cut in 1-inch pieces Preparation Cut beef in 1-1/4-in. cubes; place in large resealable plastic bag. In a bowl, combine the wine, soy sauce, oil, ginger, garlic and tarragon; pour 2/3 cup marinade over beef....

Ingredients 2 packages chocolate cake mixFROSTING:2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup sour cream4-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugarRASPBERRY FILLING:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup red raspberry preserves1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon raspberry liqueurDECORATIONS:2 ounces white baking chocolate, choppedChocolate curls and fresh raspberries Preparation Prepare and bake cake mixes according to package directions, using four 9-in. round baking pans. For frosting, in a small heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter over low heat; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, skin and bones removed2 eggs1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup mayonnaise1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 tablespoon pimientos1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter4 kaiser rolls, splitLettuce leaves Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Shape into four patties. In a large skillet, cook patties in butter over medium heat, for 5-6 minutes on each side or until browned....

Ingredients 5 pounds fresh spinach, torn8 pints fresh strawberries, sliced5 cucumbers, thinly sliced3 cups sliced green onions1 cup snipped fresh mint, optional32 ounces bottled ranch salad dressing Preparation In a several large bowls, combine the spinach, strawberries, cucumber, onions and mint if desired. Just before serving, add dressing and toss to coat.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup canola oil1 egg1 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups chopped fresh or sliced frozen rhubarb1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecansTOPPING:1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and oil. Beat in egg. Beat in buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into brown sugar mixture just until combined....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens3-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup fresh sugar snap peas1 cup fresh blueberries1 cup fresh raspberries1 celery rib, thinly sliced1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon seedless red raspberry preserves1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation Place the salad greens, chicken, peas, berries and celery in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, preserves, salt, onion powder and pepper....

Ingredients 1 c. Pecan halves 11 whole graham crackers 4 tsp. minced fresh ginger 2 tbsp. dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 sweet potatoes 1/2 c. dark brown sugar 3 large eggs 2 tbsp. bourbon 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 c. granulated sugar c. water 3 large egg whites 1 pinch salt 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Make the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, room temperature2 cups sugar2 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes3/4 cup vegetable oil2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup water Preparation In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, sweet potatoes and oil. Combine the flours, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt; add to sweet potato mixture alternately with water. Pour into 6 greased 5-3/4x3x2-in....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter1-1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped walnutsICING:1/2 cup butter1-1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate3 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided5 tablespoons whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a saucepan, bring water, butter and chocolate to a boil. Boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; cool. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda and salt....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/2 cup water1 envelope taco seasoning2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup milk1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 cup chopped green onions1-1/2 cups chopped lettuce1/2 to 3/4 cup honey barbecue sauce1 to 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseCorn chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add water and taco seasonings; simmer for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups quick-cooking oats1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1 can (12 ounces) reduced-fat evaporated milk1 can (6 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon grated lime zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 6 drops green food coloring, optional1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a small bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar and pecans; stir in butter. Press into a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 cups mayonnaise3/4 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon prepared mustard1-1/4 teaspoons poppy seeds1/2 teaspoon salt10 cups cubed cooked chickenChopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, celery, mustard, poppy seeds and salt. Fold in chicken. Cover and chill for 3 to 4 hours. Top with pecans before serving.