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Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)2 packages (12.3 ounces each) silken firm tofu1/4 cup honey2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, meltedWhipped cream and sliced fresh strawberries, optional Preparation Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges. Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Fill with dried beans, uncooked rice or pie weights....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, softened3 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon peanut butter1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flourFILLING:2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup salted dry roasted peanuts, chopped1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:2 tablespoons milk chocolate chips1/4 cup salted dry roasted peanuts, chopped Preparation In a small bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, peanut butter and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour until well combined (mixture will be crumbly)....

Ingredients 2/3 cup water1/2 cup uncooked couscous2-1/2 ounces sliced deli turkey, cut into 1/2-inch strips1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved1/4 cup pitted ripe olives, halved1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurt1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar1 ounce reduced-fat cheddar cheese, cut into cubes Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil; stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 cup packed dark brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 egg plus 1 egg white1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped walnuts1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)Whipped cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine sugars and flour. Beat in the egg, egg white, applesauce, milk and vanilla until well blended. Stir in walnuts. Pour into pastry shell. Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until set....

Ingredients 1 pound sea scallops1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned2 teaspoons minced garlic1/3 cup Italian salad dressing1 tablespoon water6 cups torn mixed salad greens1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute scallops in oil for 2 minutes on each side or until firm and opaque. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute red pepper and garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add salad dressing and water; cook 2-3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1 carton (16 ounces) strawberry glaze1/2 cup water2-1/2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Cool on a wire rack. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped cream. Spread over cooled cake....

Ingredients 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed2 medium zucchini, sliced1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup picante sauce2 green onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon Italian seasoning2 cups cooked small shell pasta1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Add zucchini; saute 2 minutes longer. Drain. Stir in tomato sauce, picante sauce, onions, garlic, sugar and Italian seasoning....

Ingredients 1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules2 teaspoons paprika2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon each minced fresh basil, rosemary and sage1/2 teaspoon ground celery seed1/4 teaspoon ground coriander1/8 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed2 pork baby back ribs (about 5 pounds)2 cups soaked wood chips (mequite, hickory or alder), optionalSAUCE:1 large onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon each minced fresh basil, marjoram and rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon each minced fresh dill, sage and cilantro1 teaspoon minced chives1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce...

Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 pounds medium sweet potato, peeled and shredded1/2 cup peanut or vegetable oilOptional: Minced chives, sour cream and applesauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. Stir in eggs until blended. Add potatoes; toss to coat. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil; press lightly to flatten....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup reduced-fat butter, softened3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt10 to 20 drops red food coloring10 to 20 drops green food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream butters and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt1 cup water1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Italian seasoning6 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubesOlive oil and crushed red pepper flakes, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the water and 1/4 cup oil to 120°-130°....

Ingredients 4 jar canning jars 2 1/2 lb. firm-but-ripe nectarines 1 1/2 c. sugar 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp. minced candied ginger 1 tbsp. finely grated fresh ginger 2 tsp. ground ginger Preparation Step 1Fill a large pot with water, cover, and bring to a boil. Add the canning jars, lids, and rings along with a set of tongs and a ladle and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes to sterilize....

Ingredients 1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed3 large tomatoes, chopped1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 medium carrots, thinly sliced1-1/2 cups cut fresh green beans (1-inch pieces)1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced1 large sweet red or green pepper, chopped8 green onions, chopped4 cups chicken stock1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/3 cup minced fresh basil Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain and transfer to a 6-qt....

Ingredients 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup water1/3 cup milk1 tablespoon butter2 eggs2 raisins Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the water, milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add 1 egg; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 2 scoops vanilla ice cream1/2 cup cooked french fries2 tablespoons hot fudge ice cream topping Preparation Top ice cream with french fries, drizzle with hot fudge.

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 large leek, thinly sliced and rinsed well 1/8 tsp. ground coriander Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 large red onion, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1/2" galangal or ginger, minced (optional) 1/2 tsp. taco seasoning 4 tortillas 4 slices American cheese, halved 4 fried eggs Cilantro Pickled red onions or shallots Spicy peanut sauce Preparation Step 1In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup soy sauce1/2 cup red wine vinegar1/2 cup canola oil1/3 cup lemon juice1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons ground mustard1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 garlic cloves, minced8 venison tenderloin steaks (4 ounces each) Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first 9 ingredients; add fillets and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade. Grill fillets, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 4 minutes on each side until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 6 green onions, cut into thirds5 garlic cloves, peeled2 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 cups loosely packed basil leaves3 cups loosely packed parsley sprigs1 jar (10 ounces) sliced green olives with pimientos, drained1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) capers, drained3 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend1 cup olive oil Preparation Place the onions, garlic and lemon zest in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten3 large egg whites, lightly beaten1 small onion, finely chopped3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups finely crushed reduced-sodium saltine crackers3/4 cup ground walnuts3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseAPRICOT BARBECUE SAUCE:3/4 cup apricot spreadable fruit1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) pineapple tidbits1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 pound ground pork2 cups finely shredded cabbage3/4 cup finely chopped canned bean sprouts1 small onion, finely chopped2 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 packages (12 ounces each) wonton wrappersOil for deep-fat frying Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch; gradually stir in pineapple juice, vinegar and soy sauce until smooth....