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Ingredients 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon hoisin sauce1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon chopped shallot1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmedOptional: Minced fresh cilantro and chopped dry roasted peanuts Preparation In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, peanut butter and red pepper flakes; set aside. In a small skillet, saute shallot and ginger in oil over medium heat for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 cups pecan halves, toasted1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, toastedCARAMEL SAUCE:1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place pecans and sugar in a food processor; pulse until pecans are finely ground. Add melted butter; pulse until combined. Press onto bottom and up sides of a 9-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom....

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)1 cup chopped carrots1 small red onion, halved and sliced1 tablespoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and halved1 medium zucchini, chopped3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted...

Ingredients 1 pound sliced fresh carrots3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup dried cranberries Preparation Place 2 in. of water in a small saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Place carrots in a food processor; add the butter, brown sugar, ginger and salt. Cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl; stir in cranberries....

Ingredients 9 uncooked lasagna noodles1 tablespoon butter1 pound uncooked shrimp (31 to 40 per pound), peeled and deveined1 pound bay scallops5 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup white wine1 tablespoon lemon juice1 pound fresh crabmeatCHEESE SAUCE:1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 cups 2% milk1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash ground nutmegRICOTTA MIXTURE:1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 large egg, lightly beatenTOPPING:1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseMinced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1-inch pieces)1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups)2 medium carrots, thinly sliced2 cups vegetable broth1/2 teaspoon plus 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided 2 pounds ground turkey1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup white wine1 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups frozen peas (about 8 ounces) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons prepared horseradish4 teaspoons lemon juice1 fully cooked bone-in ham steak (1 pound) Preparation Place brown sugar, horseradish and lemon juice in a small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Brush over both sides of ham. Place ham on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until glazed and heated through, 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally.

Ingredients 24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 large egg whites1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, broccoli, mozzarella, egg whites and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice2/3 cup sugar, divided1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)2 tablespoons cornstarch3 to 4 drops red food coloring, optional1 pint fresh blueberries Preparation In a large bowl, combine half of the strawberries and lemon juice; mash berries. Add 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, lemon zest and remaining sugar until smooth....

Ingredients 1/4 cup egg substitute2 tablespoons fat-free milk1 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons chopped onion1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 tablespoon cornstarch3/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/2 cup barbecue sauce1/4 cup water1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce6 unsweetened pineapple slices6 green pepper ringsHot cooked rice Preparation In a large bowl, combine egg substitute and milk. Stir in the crumbs, onion and pepper. Add beef and mix well. Shape into 36 balls, about 1 in....

Ingredients 3 large sweet potatoes (2 to 2-1/2 pounds), peeled and cubed1 can (6 ounces) orange juice concentrate, thawed1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup half-and-half cream2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup miniature marshmallows1/4 cup chopped pecans4 large oranges, halved32 additional miniature marshmallowsChopped pecans, toasted, optional Preparation Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook just until tender, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh baby carrots1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved1 small onion, chopped6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds), skin removed1 cup chicken broth1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine carrots, mushrooms and onion. Top with chicken. In a small bowl, combine broth, tarragon, salt and pepper; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 6-8 hours....

Ingredients 15 whole chicken wings (about 3 pounds)1 cup cornstarch3 large eggs, lightly beatenOil for deep-fat frying1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 cup currant jelly1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons ketchup2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation Cut chicken wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip section. Place cornstarch in a large bowl; add chicken wings, a few at a time, and toss to coat evenly. Place eggs in a shallow bowl; dip wings in eggs....

Ingredients 1/3 cup dried tart cherries3/4 cup port wine2 teaspoons butter3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper4 beef tenderloin steaks (4 ounces each)1 green onion, chopped Preparation Place wine and cherries in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup. Stir in the butter, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle steaks with remaining salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 eggs2 cups sugar1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup vegetable oil2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries Preparation In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Add pumpkin and oil; mix well. Add dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Fold in cranberries. Spoon into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 large sweet onion, diced1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced1 medium sweet pepper (any color), diced1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon curry powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth4 cups chopped collard greens or chopped fresh spinach Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 to 5 pounds)1 tablespoon canola oil2 large onions, coarsely chopped2 cups sliced carrots2 celery ribs, sliced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes1-3/4 cups water1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into eighths Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown roast on all sides over medium-high heat in oil. Remove roast and set aside. Add the onions, carrots, celery, tomatoes, water, salt, thyme and pepper to the pan....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1/3 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon butter2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast6 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1/2 teaspoon paprika Preparation In a small skillet, saute the vegetables in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the broth, soup, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, undrained1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained2 medium firm bananas, thinly sliced3/4 cup fresh or frozen sliced strawberries3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries3/4 cup lemon-lime soda1/2 cup water6 tablespoons thawed lemonade concentrate1/4 cup sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Fill 8-oz. plastic cups three-fourths full; cover and freeze for about 4 hours or until solid. Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before serving....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened6 flour tortillas (8 inches)36 spinach leaves1 package (6 ounces) thinly sliced deli ham1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained Preparation Spread about 3 Tbsp. cream cheese over each tortilla; layer each with 6 spinach leaves and 3 slices ham. Sprinkle with olives and chiles. Roll up tightly and cover. Refrigerate until firm. Uncover and cut each roll-up into 12 slices....