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Ingredients 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup whole milk1-1/2 cups cubed process American cheese (Velveeta)1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoTortilla chips Preparation In a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the chilies, onion and butter. Cover and microwave on high for 45 seconds or until butter is melted. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar5 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped pecansCHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 5 medium green, red or yellow peppers2 teaspoons olive oil1-1/4 pounds extra-lean ground turkey (99% lean)1 large onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped1-3/4 cups shredded cheddar-flavored lactose-free or other cheese1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Cut peppers lengthwise in half; remove seeds. Place in a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped celery1/3 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning5 cups seasoned stuffing cubes3/4 cup golden raisins3/4 cup chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries, drained1 turkey (10 to 12 pounds)2 tablespoons vegetable oil Preparation In a saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Stir in thyme and poultry seasoning. In a large bowl, combine stuffing, raisins and celery mixture. Add broth and cherries; toss to mix....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chopped onion1 cup chopped celery2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained2 cups cubed cooked turkey1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepperGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large eggs, lightly beatenTOPPING:1 package (10 to 12 ounces) vanilla or white chips3 tablespoons shortening, divided2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 purchased frosted brownie with walnutsRosebud and sprig of flowering thyme Preparation In a large bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of an ungreased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped green pepper1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 teaspoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced3 cups chopped fresh tomatoes2 cups water1 cup uncooked long grain rice2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon pepper6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, celery, green pepper, mushrooms in oil until tender; add garlic, cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed2 cups frozen corn, thawed2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup sour cream2 cups cubed cooked ham1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the green beans and corn in butter. Sprinkle with flour; mix well. In a large bowl, combine the soup, sour cream and ham. Stir into vegetable mixture. Cook over medium heat until heated through....

Ingredients 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 large egg, lightly beaten2 serrano peppers, seeded and minced1 garlic clove, minced1/2 pound ground chicken2 tablespoons peanut oilSOUP:6 cups chicken or vegetable stock1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 small onion, cut into thin strips1 cup bok choy leaves, cut into 1-inch strips1 cup fresh baby carrots, julienned1 cup julienned roasted sweet red peppers3 serrano peppers, julienned2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup panko bread crumbs, optional 1 large egg, beaten...

Ingredients 2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1 large red apple, chopped1/3 cup chopped celery1/3 cup raisins1/3 cup chopped dates1/4 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise4 lettuce leaves1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tuna, apple, celery, raisins, dates and walnuts. Combine yogurt and mayonnaise; add to tuna mixture and toss to coat. Serve on lettuce-lined plates; sprinkle with the cheese....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon almond extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups chopped fresh plumsTOPPING:3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon cold butter1/3 cup chopped walnuts1 tablespoon coarse sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons chopped celery2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup seasoned stuffing croutons3 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick)3/4 cup beef broth1 to 2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a skillet, saute celery and onion in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Transfer to a bowl. Add croutons, milk, parsley, paprika, salt and pepper. Cut a pocket in each pork chop; fill with stuffing....

Ingredients 1 small onion, quartered and thinly sliced1 tablespoon olive oil4 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth1 cup sliced zucchini1 can (15-1/2 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup diced peeled red potato1/2 cup cut fresh green beans (2-inch pieces)1/2 cup chopped peeled tomato1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric1/4 cup chopped celery leaves2 tablespoons tomato paste Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the next eight ingredients....

Ingredients 1 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 teaspoon dried minced onion1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons prepared mustard Preparation In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, salt, pepper and eggs; crumble beef over top and mix well. Add onion and half of the tomato sauce. Press into a 9x5-in. loaf pan....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup packed brown sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and salt. In a small bowl, whisk egg, yogurt, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 quarts water2 tangerines, sliced3 fresh thyme sprigs Preparation Combine all ingredients in a large glass carafe or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours. Strain before serving.

Ingredients 1 cup chopped sweet onion2 teaspoons canola oil1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Set aside to cool. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, pepper sauce and Worcestershire sauce....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 bottle (28 ounces) ketchup2 cups water1/4 cup white vinegar1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon salt, optional1 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 boneless pork loin roast (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)12 sandwich buns, split Preparation In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Add ketchup, water, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, onion, garlic and seasonings; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)2/3 cup honey1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Place pork tenderloins in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; set aside 2/3 cup. Pour remaining marinade over pork; turn to coat. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Grill pork, covered, over indirect medium heat for 8-9 minutes on each side or until meat juices run clear and a thermometer reads 160°-170°....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped celery1/3 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped green pepper1 cup ketchup1/2 cup chili sauce1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegar2 teaspoons ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, celery, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in the ketchup, chili sauce, sugars, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper....