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Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter2 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and quartered3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 cup dried cheese tortellini1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the tomatoes, broth, tomato sauce, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta2-1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes1 tablespoon dried basil1/4 to 1/2 cup canola oil2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and basil in a serving bowl; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain pasta; add to tomato mixture. Drizzle with oil mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cubed4 medium bananas, sliced1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flourTOPPING:1/3 cup old-fashioned oats1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 cup cold butter, cubed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine pineapple and bananas. Sprinkle with brown sugar and flour; toss to coat. Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 slices white bread, torn1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed vegetarian vegetable soup, undiluted1 small onion, chopped1 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce Preparation In a large bowl, soak bread in soup for 5 minutes. Stir in the onion, egg, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into an 8x4-in. oval. Line an 11x7-in. baking dish with foil and grease the foil....

Ingredients 4 oz. semisweet or bittersweet chocolate 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 tbsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. salt 2 large eggs ice cream (any flavor) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place four 6- to 8-ounce ovenproof bowls on a baking sheet. Set aside.Step 2Place chocolate and butter in a medium heatproof bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of gently simmering water. Stir occasionally just until melted, 4 to 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, undrained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules3 teaspoons ground cumin2 cups water3 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkeyMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to blend, stirring occasionally. Stir in chicken; heat through. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Ingredients 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup sugar1 pint coffee ice cream, softened1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over low heat. Stir in milk and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup water1 cup chunky peanut butter1 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3/4 cup honey barbecue sauce1/3 cup canola oil1 to 2 tablespoons habanero pepper sauce3 garlic cloves, minced2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips2 teaspoons ground ginger1 fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch cubes2 large sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch piecesHot cooked jasmine rice Preparation In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and water....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked ziti or small tube pasta1-3/4 cups meatless spaghetti sauce, divided1 cup 4% cottage cheese1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1 large egg, lightly beaten2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup spaghetti sauce, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, egg, parsley, oregano, garlic powder and pepper. Drain pasta; stir into cheese mixture....

Ingredients 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)1 large egg, lightly beaten2-1/2 cups sliced zucchini (1/4 inch slices)2-1/2 cups sliced yellow summer squash (1/4 inch slices)1 teaspoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper2 large tomato, sliced1 cup shredded cheddar or part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup mayonnaise Preparation Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 cup strawberry yogurt2 tablespoons lemon juice1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 medium ripe banana, sliced1 cup halved fresh strawberries1 cup crushed ice Preparation In batches, process the milk, yogurt, lemon juice and fruit in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add ice; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 cups mashed canned or cooked sweet potatoes (prepared without milk or butter)1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 can (20 ounces) pineapple slices, drained10 miniature marshmallows Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, brown sugar, butter, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Place pineapple slices in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top each slice with 1/4 cup sweet potato mixture and a marshmallow....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 envelopes taco seasoning2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained1 cup water1 cup cooked rice1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) cornbread/muffin mix1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 cup sour cream2 cups corn chips2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese, divided1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedOptional: Shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and chopped red onion Preparation Preheat oven to 400°....

Ingredients 1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon unsweetened crushed pineapple1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon sesame oilBURGERS:1 egg white, lightly beaten1/3 cup dry bread crumbs3 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons unsweetened crushed pineapple3/4 pound ground beef3/4 pound lean ground turkey6 slices unsweetened pineapple6 hamburger buns, split and toasted6 lettuce leaves6 slices tomato Preparation In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple, ginger, garlic and sesame oil; set aside....

Ingredients 4 cups coarsely crushed nacho tortilla chips2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 small onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon butter6 large eggs, lightly beaten2-1/2 cups whole milk1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, undrained3 tablespoons ketchup1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Arrange tortilla chips in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese and set aside. In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, onion, chiles, ketchup and hot pepper sauce; pour over cheese....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3/4 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained2-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, chili powder, oregano, salt if desired, cumin and pepper....

Ingredients 18 Oreo cookies1/3 cup butter, melted6 teaspoons unflavored gelatin, divided 3 tablespoons cold water, divided 5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped4-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided 5 ounces milk chocolate, chopped5 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Pulse cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Add melted butter; pulse until combined. Press onto bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Refrigerate while preparing filling. In a small saucepan, sprinkle 2 teaspoons gelatin over 1 tablespoon cold water; let stand 1 minute....

Ingredients 18 medium fresh strawberries with stems1 cup vanilla or white chips3-1/2 teaspoons shortening, divided1-1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Line a tray or baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside. Wash strawberries and pat until completely dry. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt vanilla chips and 1-1/2 teaspoons shortening at 70% power; stir until smooth. Dip each strawberry until two-thirds is coated, forming the tuxedo shirt, allowing excess to drip off....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper12 ounces frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (about 3 cups), thawed1 cup julienned carrots1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (15-1/2 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained8 cups coarsely chopped escarole (1 bunch) or fresh spinachThinly sliced fresh basil, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 3-4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract12 ounces white baking chocolate3/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. In a double boiler, melt chocolate. Fold into cream cheese mixture with pecans. Spread into a greased 8-in. square pan. Chill until serving. Cut into squares.