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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cold butter, cubed2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted1 large egg, room temperatureFILLING:1 can (15-3/4 ounces) sweet potatoes1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup fat-free milk2 egg whites, room temperature1/3 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground clovesWhipped topping, optional Preparation In a food processor, combine the flour, brown sugar, butter and pecans....

Ingredients 1/3 cup spicy brown mustard1/4 cup honey1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1 fully cooked ham steak (about 2 pounds) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mustard, honey and orange zest. Brush over one side of ham. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 7 minutes. Turn; brush with mustard mixture. Cook until well glazed and heated through, about 7 minutes.

Ingredients 1 small onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1/3 cup water2 tablespoons lemon juice4 garlic cloves, minced1 to 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon salt2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and red pepper in oil until tender. Stir in the water, lemon juice, garlic, Cajun seasoning, lemon zest and salt....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh strawberries2 cups fresh raspberries2 cups fresh blackberries5-1/4 cups sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin3/4 cup water Preparation In a food processor, process the berries in batches until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Let stand for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a small saucepan, combine fruit pectin and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute....

Ingredients 4 large tomatoes, sliced2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced and separate into rings1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Layer tomatoes and onions in a shallow serving dish. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving....

Ingredients 2 chicken leg quarters (8 ounces each), skin removed3 tablespoons ketchup2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation With a sharp knife, cut leg quarters at the joints if desired; place in a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, orange juice, brown sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and pepper; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 1 package (17.6 ounces) turkey breast cutlets1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 large egg2 tablespoons water1 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup butter, cubedMinced fresh parsley Preparation Flatten turkey to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat egg and water. In a third shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and cheese. Dredge turkey in flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture and coat with crumbs....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed Italian bread1 small cucumber, seeded and cubed3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion1/4 cup sliced Greek olives2 tablespoons capers, drained3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette, divided5 cups torn romaine Preparation Place bread cubes on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until dried and toasted, stirring every 5 minutes. Cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, onion, olives, capers and toasted bread....

Ingredients 1 cup plain yogurt2 tablespoons honey1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1 cup cubed apple1 cup seedless red grapes, halved1/2 cup thinly sliced celery1/2 cup raisins4 lettuce leaves2 tablespoons chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, honey, ginger and salt. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, apple, grapes, celery and raisins; add yogurt mixture and toss to coat. Serve on lettuce; sprinkle with walnuts....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 envelope reduced-sodium chili seasoning mix1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)5 packages (1 ounce each) corn chipsToppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and sliced green onions Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Stir in chili seasoning mix, pepper, tomatoes and beans; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/3 cup chopped walnuts2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon butter3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Saute zucchini and walnuts in oil and butter in a large skillet until zucchini is tender. Add the garlic, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute.

Ingredients 4 cups packed fresh spinach, dandelion, collard, mustard, beet or turnip greens2 cups plus 2 tablespoons water, divided5 thick-sliced bacon strips, diced4 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg yolk, lightly beaten1/3 cup cider vinegarHot mashed potatoes Preparation In a large saucepan, bring greens and 2 cups water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-8 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar1/2 cup canola oil2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup buttermilk2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups shredded zucchini1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar and oil until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla....

Ingredients 3/4 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt4 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices2 medium carrots, grated1 medium onion, chopped6 tablespoons butter, divided2-1/4 cups seasoned stuffing croutons, divided1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Add zucchini. Reduce heat; cover and cook until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well; set aside. In another saucepan, saute carrots and onion in 4 tablespoons butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 pound carrots, julienned1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter Preparation Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in orange juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. sugar 1 c. sliced almonds salt 1/4 c. Unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 c. light brown sugar 1 tbsp. light corn syrup 1 c. heavy cream 3/4 c. bittersweet chocolate chips 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 pt. vanilla ice cream 2 pt. chocolate ice cream 8 small bananas whipped cream Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans2 tablespoons taco seasoning1 cup sour cream1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes1/2 cup sliced ripe olives1 cup guacamole2 cups torn lettuce1 whole ripe oliveDragon Dippers or purchased tortilla chips1/2 medium sweet red pepper Preparation In a bowl, combine the beans and taco seasoning. Cut a large hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; fill with bean mixture. Trace a dragon shape (about 16x10 in....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup water1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes8 taco shells, warmedOptional toppings: shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions and shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat1 bottle (12 ounces) ginger beer or ginger ale1/4 cup teriyaki sauce2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons sesame seeds2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water2 cups frozen peas, thawedHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, brown beef in batches. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the ginger beer, teriyaki sauce, garlic and sesame seeds; pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, until meat is tender....

Ingredients 12 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons prepared pesto3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided1 medium tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 large yellow tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/4 teaspoon pepper5 to 6 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out....