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Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup canola oil1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons caraway seeds1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon dry sherry, optional2 cups shredded Swiss cheese Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a 15x10-in. rectangle. Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh lean pork (tenderloin or roast)6 to 8 green onions1 medium green or sweet red pepper1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli1 large onion12 edible-pod peas3 tablespoons peanut oil or vegetable oilSAUCE:2 cloves garlic, sliced2 slices fresh ginger, chopped1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons hot water2 teaspoons sugar6 tablespoons ketchup4 tablespoons soy sauce Preparation Cut pork into narrow 1-in. strips, 1/4-in. thick; set aside. (Partially freeze pork first for easier cutting....

Ingredients 1 pound baby carrots1 medium green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips1 medium onion, cut into wedges6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon soy sauce2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold waterHot cooked rice Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, layer the carrots, green pepper and onion. Top with chicken....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar3 eggs1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilkFROSTING:6 tablespoons peanut butter3 tablespoons butter, softened5-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar8 to 10 tablespoons 2% milkPeanut halves, optional 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 3 medium firm bananas1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toastedMaraschino cherries or strawberries, optional Preparation Cut bananas in half lengthwise, then cut widthwise into quarters. Arrange in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, butter and brown sugar; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved and butter is melted. Pour over the bananas. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-12 minutes....

Ingredients 6 medium zucchini1 pound lean ground turkey1 small onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika1 cup salad croutons, coarsely crushed1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut each zucchini lengthwise in half. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell; chop pulp. In a large skillet, cook turkey, onion, celery, garlic and seasonings over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink, breaking up turkey into crumbles....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless turkey breast halves, cut into strips1 tablespoon canola oil1 small onion, chopped1 carrot, julienned1/2 medium green pepper, sliced2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced1 cup chicken broth3 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon ground ginger2 cups pea pods, trimmedCooked rice, optional1/3 cup cashews, optional Preparation In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry turkey in oil over medium-high heat until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Remove turkey and keep warm....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup sugar4 vanilla beans, split4 cups champagne, chilled Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil. Add vanilla beans. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Remove beans. For each serving, pour 1/4 cup vanilla syrup into a champagne flute; add 1/2 cup champagne.

Ingredients 3 pounds ground beef2 medium onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules2/3 cup boiling water2 cans (28 ounces each) baked beans with molasses1-1/2 cups ketchup1/4 cup prepared mustard3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the beef, onions and celery until meat is no longer pink; crumble meat; drain. Dissolve bouillon in water; stir into beef mixture....

Ingredients 14 Oreo cookies3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons water1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling1/2 teaspoon almond extractWHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE:1 envelope unflavored gelatin3 cups heavy whipping cream, divided1/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon almond extract1 cup cold 2% milk1 package (3.3 ounces) instant white chocolate pudding mixChocolate syrup and curls, optional Preparation In a food processor, combine cookies and nuts; cover and process until cookies are finely chopped....

Ingredients 3 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt2-1/4 cups whole wheat flour2-1/2 cups water3 tablespoons olive oil3 to 3-1/2 cups white whole wheat flour Preparation In a large bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, salt and whole wheat flour; set aside. In a small saucepan, heat water and oil to 120°-130°; stir into dry ingredients. Stir in enough white whole wheat flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)....

Ingredients 4 large portobello mushrooms (about 5 inches)3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1/3 cup dry bread crumbs1/3 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup finely chopped onion1/3 cup golden raisins, optional3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons vegetable broth Preparation Remove stems from mushrooms (discard or save for another use); set caps aside. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs, walnuts, onion, raisins if desired, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3 ounces dry rosé wine1 ounce elderflower liqueurLemon seltzer water Preparation Fill a wine glass or tumbler three-fourths full of ice. Add wine and elderflower liqueur. Top with a splash of lemon seltzer; stir gently.

Ingredients 3 to 4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1/2 cup thinly sliced onion1/2 cup thinly sliced green pepper1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup tomato paste2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation Place ribs in an ungreased 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the next 11 ingredients; pour over ribs....

Ingredients 2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 3 large) c. plus 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tbsp. sliced almonds 1/2 tsp. curry powder One 1/2-pound piece smoked ham 3 scallions including green tops 3 tbsp. cider vinegar or red- or white-wine vinegar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 head red leaf lettuce (about 1 pound) Preparation Step 1Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes and boil until just tender, 5 to 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 carton (32 ounces) plus 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed2/3 cup creamy peanut butter2 teaspoons honey4 green onions, chopped Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the onion, red pepper and carrots in oil for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a chilled small glass bowl and using chilled beaters, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 envelope (1-1/4 ounces) taco seasoning1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained2 flour tortillas (10 inches)2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a skillet, brown beef and onion; drain fat. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce; set aside. In a large bowl, mix together soup, sour cream and chilies....

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup brewed coffee1/4 cup maple syrup1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with thyme, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil. Remove and keep warm. Add remaining ingredients to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half....

Ingredients 1/2 cup soy sauce1/2 cup water1/4 cup oyster sauce3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar3 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot6 garlic cloves, minced1 pound wide rice noodles1/4 cup grapeseed oil or canola oil, divided8 ounces boneless beef chuck steak, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 large onion, julienned2 to 4 Thai red chiles, thinly sliced1-1/2 cups fresh Thai basil leaves, coarsely chopped1 cup minced garlic chives...