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Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tubes (12 ounces each) refrigerated flaky buttermilk biscuits1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 20 cubes1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat brown sugar and butter on high for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved; set aside. Flatten each biscuit into a 3-in. circle. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon in the center of each biscuit....

Ingredients 15 pounds potatoes, peeled3 pounds onions, peeled1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)3 pounds ground beef1/3 cup all-purpose flour5 to 7 tablespoons salt4 tablespoons pepper3 teaspoons ground allspice1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg1/2 to 3/4 cup milk Preparation In a food grinder using the coarse disc, alternately process the potatoes, onions and pork. Combine with the ground beef. Mix until well distributed. Combine all dry ingredients and sprinkle over potato/meat mixture....

Ingredients 3 cups thinly sliced cucumbers1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 cup chopped sweet onion1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup white wine vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dill seed Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Ingredients 12 cups popped popcorn4 cups bite-size tortilla chips3 cups Crispix1 can (11-1/2 ounces) mixed nuts1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 teaspoons chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large greased roasting pan, combine the popcorn, tortilla chips, cereal and nuts. In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch3 cups milk3 egg yolks, lightly beaten3 tablespoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted3/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked yolk-free noodles2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/8 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushedDash pepper1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup fat-free cottage cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1/8 teaspoon paprika Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the turkey, soup, garlic salt, rosemary and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1/2 cup chopped sweet pepper1/4 cup thinly sliced celery2 green onions, chopped1 jar (16 ounces) medium salsa1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 cup uncooked instant brown rice1 cup water4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)1 tablespoon canola oil8 cups torn romaine (about 1 head)Optional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, sliced ripe olives, cubed avocado, shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions Preparation Preheat oven to 400°....

Ingredients 2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 package (19.1 ounces) Golden Oreo cookies, finely crushed Preparation In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt6 cups half-and-half cream4 eggs, lightly beaten4 cups milk3 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually add cream; stir until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into the eggs. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/3 cup balsamic vinegar4 teaspoons capers, drained4 teaspoons lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard1-1/4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1-1/4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperSALAD:1 package (10 ounces) uncooked couscous2 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise2 medium sweet yellow or red peppers, quartered1 Japanese eggplant, halved lengthwise2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup grape tomatoes, halved1/2 cup Greek olives, pitted and sliced1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil...

Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped1/2 cup each chopped celery, carrot and sweet red pepper1/4 cup dry sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons minced garlic3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 tablespoons tomato paste2 tablespoons honey4 teaspoons chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro5 tablespoons shredded Monterey Jack cheese5 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream2 tablespoons chopped green onion...

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli2 small zucchini, julienned1 medium onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook ravioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and stir zucchini and onion until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, olives and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 1/2 lb. pork belly 2 tbsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. distilled white vinegar (or juice of 1 lime) 4 cloves garlic 1 shallot 1/2 tbsp. kosher salt 1/4 c. granulated sugar 2 tbsp. fish sauce 1 tsp. ground black pepper 1/4 c. granulated sugar 2 1/2 tbsp. cooking oil 5 c. coconut water 1/2 c. fish sauce 1 yellow onion, halved 2 Thai bird’s eye chilies, stems removed (optional)...

Ingredients 2 large eggs, beaten4 cups cooked wild rice2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup dry bread crumbs1 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon rubbed sage3/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound uncooked lean ground beef Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Firmly press into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 70 minutes. Cover with foil during the last 15 minutes if the top is browning too quickly....

Ingredients 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 tablespoon water1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin3 flour tortillas (8 inches)2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine sweet potato and water. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until potato is almost tender....

Ingredients 2 medium lemons4 cups sugar4 cups water1-1/2 cups English breakfast tea leaves or 20 black tea bagsEACH SERVING:1 cup cold waterIce cubes Preparation Using a vegetable peeler or sharp paring knife, peel the lemon lengthwise into strips, peeling only the zest; reserve. Squeeze fruit, reserving 1/3 cup; save remaining juice for another use. In a large saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sugar is dissolved, 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped3/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons prepared mustard2 teaspoons white vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt6 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, water, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, vinegar and salt; heat through. Serve on buns....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided1/3 cup crushed tortilla chips1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped green pepper1 envelope taco seasoning1 pound ground beef Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of tomato sauce, chips, onion, green pepper and taco seasoning. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until the meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hominy, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) sliced carrots, drained1 can (15 ounces) sliced potatoes, drained1 can (16 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon garlic powderChili powder to tasteDash Worcestershire sauceDash hot pepper sauce Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; 5-7 minutes; crumble beef; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar3 cups boiling water1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed7 medium firm bananas, sliced1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 bottle (20 ounces) lemon-lime soda, chilled Preparation Dissolve sugar in boiling water. Add orange juice concentrate, bananas and pineapple; stir until combined. Stir in soda; pour into a large container or several small containers; freeze. Remove from the freezer about 1 hour before serving.