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Ingredients 2 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee4 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon cider vinegar1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon salt1 can (8.3 ounces) baked beans, undrained1/2 cup chopped onion Preparation In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towels. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the coffee, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard and salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin1 cup boiling water1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberriesORANGE LAYER:1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin1 cup boiling water1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softenedLIME LAYER:1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin1 cup boiling water1 can (8-1/2 ounces) crushed pineapple Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in raspberries until thawed. Pour in a greased 8-in. square dish; refrigerate until set....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 jar (17 ounces) butterscotch-caramel ice cream topping1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed3 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each), chopped Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Cool on a wire rack. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes in cake. Pour 3/4 cup caramel topping into holes. Spoon remaining caramel over cake....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups water2 cups whole milk3 tablespoons chicken broth1 large onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter1 garlic clove, minced3/4 cup uncooked arborio rice1-1/3 cups fresh corn (about 5 ears of corn)1 medium tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon saltPepper to taste Preparation In a large saucepan, heat the water, milk and broth; keep warm. In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)1-1/4 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1-1/4 pounds ground pork1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup water3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; trim pastry even with edge of plate. Set aside. In a large skillet, cook the beef, pork and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 egg 1/4 tsp. salt tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3/4 c. Fine dry bread crumbs 1 tbsp. chopped fresh sage 4 1/2-inch-thick veal rib chops (about 5 ounces each) 5 tbsp. butter 1 lemon Preparation Step 1Beat the egg to mix with the salt and the pepper. Combine the bread crumbs and the fresh or dried sage. Dip the veal chops (including the rib bone if the chop has one) into the beaten egg and then into the bread crumbs....

Ingredients 1 medium eggplant1/2 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped zucchini1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper3/4 cup seeded chopped tomatoes1/4 cup toasted wheat germ2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cut eggplant in half lengthwise; remove pulp, leaving a 1/4-in.-thick shell. Cube pulp; set shells and pulp aside. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3/4 to 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill seed1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup milk1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, melt butter; stir in the flour, salt, dill and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 3 teaspoons active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)1 egg1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup butter, softened1 tablespoon sugar3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon green food coloring2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 egg white, lightly beaten1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/3 cup sliced almondsMarinara or spaghetti sauce Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, egg, grated cheese, butter, sugar, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, food coloring and 1 cup flour....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine4 cups coarsely shredded zucchini (about 3 medium)4 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. In a sieve or colander, drain the zucchini, squeezing to remove excess liquid. Pat dry. In a large nonstick skillet, saute zucchini in oil, 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until zucchini is tender, 1-2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1 package (6 ounces) onion and garlic croutons2 cups cubed mild cheddar cheese2 cups cubed Monterey Jack cheese12 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup whole milk1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer the croutons, sausage and cheese. Combine eggs and milk; mix well. Pour over cheese; sprinkle with basil, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped3/4 cup water1 package (1-1/4 ounces) taco seasoning1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 package (8 ounce) shell macaroni, cooked and drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation In a skillet, brown ground beef and onion over medium heat; drain. Add the water, taco seasoning and tomato sauce; mix. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 teaspoons chili powder3 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed1 bottle (16 ounces) taco sauce, divided3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided20 baked tortilla chip scoops, coarsely crushed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water; drain again. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped sweet onion1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon white pepperLettuce leaves, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tuna, celery and onion. Combine the mayonnaise, parsley, lemon juice, tarragon, mustard and pepper. Stir into tuna mixture....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cooked rice1/3 cup chopped green onions1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh basil2 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)1 cup fresh snow peas1/3 to 1/2 cup Thai peanut sauce Preparation Prepare grill for indirect heat. Combine the rice, onions, red pepper and basil; place on a greased double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 15 in. square). Top with the tilapia, snow peas and peanut sauce. Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly....

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion2 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter3 eggs3 tablespoons water1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup chopped tomato Preparation In a small nonstick skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil until tender. Remove from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Whisk the eggs, water, salt and pepper. Add egg mixture to skillet (mixture should set immediately at edges)....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked4 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes1/2 to 3/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped dill pickle1 tablespoon dill pickle juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon each celery seed and pepper5 medium tomatoes, coredBacon bits, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine tuna, cheese, mayonnaise, celery, onion, pickle, pickle juice, salt, celery seed and pepper. Chill. Cut tomatoes, not quite through, into quarters; place on individual plates and spread apart....

Ingredients 2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini1/2 cup chopped onion1/3 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed1 cup thinly sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseShredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the peas, mushrooms and ham; cook until mushrooms are tender....

Ingredients 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons sugar4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 jar (8 ounces) maraschino cherries with stems, well drainedCOATING:6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped2 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a small saucepan, bring the cream, butter and sugar to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate until melted. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until easy to handle. Pat cherries with paper towels until very dry....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons 2% milk1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups cubed cooked turkey1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts1 green onion, chopped2 tubes (one 8 ounces, one 4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, beat the first 5 ingredients until smooth. Stir in turkey, water chestnuts and green onion. Unroll both tubes of crescent dough and separate dough into 6 rectangles; press perforations to seal....