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Ingredients 1/2 cup barbecue sauce1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup pineapple preserves4 teaspoons soy sauce1/2 teaspoon ground ginger30 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 2 pounds)1 to 2 large green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, halved Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat; cool. Set aside 1/2 cup for basting. Place remaining sauce in a large resealable plastic bag; add shrimp....

Ingredients 8 cups torn leaf lettuce1/2 pound sliced deli roast beef, cut into strips1/4 pound cubed fully cooked ham1 medium tomato, chopped2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheeseDRESSING:1/2 cup olive oil3 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 tablespoons honey mustard2 teaspoons sugar3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation On a serving platter, layer the first 7 ingredients. Place dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well....

Ingredients 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks1-1/4 cups chopped celery3/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup butter, cubed6 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1 cup chicken broth4 cups cubed cooked turkey2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 cup sour cream, divided4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked ziti or small tube pasta1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, bring the tomatoes to a boil. Cook until most of the liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in the cream and basil; heat through (do not boil)....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (about 1/2 cup)1 teaspoon dried basil3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup heavy whipping cream1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 3/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries2 tablespoons sugar1/4 cup water1 small pear, chopped1/4 cup chopped red onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped3 tablespoons chopped celery2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground cumin4 flour tortillas (6 inches)2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1 cup shredded reduced-fat white or yellow cheddar cheese Preparation For salsa, in a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until berries pop, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 large onions, sliced2 tablespoons canola oil4 slices provolone cheese1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham1 large tomato, sliced8 garlic-flavored sandwich pickle slices8 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)2 tablespoons butter, softened Preparation In a large skillet, saute onions in oil until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until deep golden brown. Layer the cheese, ham, tomato, pickles and caramelized onions on four bread slices; top with remaining bread....

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseFILLING:1-1/2 cups thinly sliced zucchini1 small sweet red pepper, chopped1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 eggs1/4 cup milk3/4 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, hash browns and Parmesan cheese. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1 jar (24 ounces) garden-style spaghetti sauce1 package (16 ounces) frozen Italian vegetables1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/2 pound small red potatoes, quartered1 cup water1/3 cup uncooked orzo pasta1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Saute pepper and onion in oil in a Dutch oven until tender....

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles2 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce4 teaspoons rice vinegar2 teaspoons lime juice2 teaspoons olive oil3 medium carrots, shredded1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips4 green onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced4 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups bean sprouts1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantroChopped peanuts, optionalLime wedges Preparation Prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse well and drain again. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar and lime juice....

Ingredients 1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce1 package (25 ounces) frozen meat or cheese ravioli1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 cups fresh baby spinach Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, heat sauce 5-7 minutes over medium heat or just until simmering, stirring occasionally. Spread 1/2 cup sauce into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Layer with half the ravioli, 1-1/2 cups spinach, 1/2 cup cheese and half the remaining sauce; repeat layers....

Ingredients 7 oz. whole-grain flour mix (see Tips) 1 oz. ground flaxseed 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. cardamom 1/2 tsp. Saigon cinnamon 8 oz. buttermilk 1/4 tsp. almond extract 2 large eggs 2 oz. melted butter Bacon grease or butter Preparation Step 1Combining the dry ingredients: Whisk together the flour and flaxseed meal to incorporate them together and aerate. Add the baking powder, salt, cardamom, and cinnamon....

Ingredients 1 small zucchini, finely chopped1/4 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 teaspoon olive oil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the zucchini, corn and 2 tablespoons cheese. Cut a pocket in each chicken breast. Stuff each with 1/2 cup zucchini mixture; secure with toothpicks. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons simple syrup2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons orange juice4 drops orange or lemon bitters1 cup club soda, chilledOptional: Orange peel and fresh mint leaves Preparation Fill 2 tall glasses three-fourths full with ice. Add half the simple syrup, lime juice, orange juice and bitters to each glass. Top each with 1/2 cup club soda; stir. Garnish as desired.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 cup shortening1 cup mashed sweet potatoes1/2 cup half-and-half creamHONEY BUTTER:1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine sweet potatoes and cream; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; gently knead 8-10 times....

Ingredients 1-1/2 to 2 pounds beef top round steak1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped onion1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 cup water1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon steak sauce Preparation Cut steak into serving-size pieces. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown steak in oil....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh sugar snap peas2 teaspoons peanut oil1 teaspoon sesame oil3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup salted cashew halves Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute peas in peanut oil and sesame oil until crisp-tender. Add the onions, orange zest, garlic, ginger and pepper flakes; saute 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 cup half-and-half cream4 cups vanilla ice cream, softened1 medium banana, sliced1/4 teaspoon banana extract Preparation In a blender, combine all ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 large onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup canola oil2 pounds ground beef2 pounds ground pork3 cups frozen mixed vegetables2 cups mashed potatoes1 tablespoon ground allspice2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepperPastry for two double-crust pies 1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onions in oil until tender. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, cook beef and pork over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1 c. skim milk 1/2 c. sugar 1 tbsp. sugar 4 package active dry yeast 1/4 c. solid vegetable shortening 3 large egg yolks 2 tsp. table salt 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. ground mace 3 2/3 c. bread flour boiling water vegetable oil 1 1/2 beans vanilla Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan, warm the milk, vanilla seeds, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar over moderate heat until the temperature registers 105 degrees F on a candy thermometer....