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Ingredients 3 medium onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped2 tablespoons canola oil4 cups plus 1/2 cup vegetable broth4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)6 cups chopped fresh broccoli (about 3 small heads)1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onions and celery in oil until tender. Add 4 cups broth and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 1 cup pitted dates2 tablespoons chopped walnuts1/4 cup orange juice Preparation In a food processor, combine dates and nuts; cover and process until finely chopped. While processor is running, add orange juice until blended.

Ingredients 6 flour tortillas (10 inches)1 pound thinly sliced deli ham2 cups shredded Swiss cheese3 cups chopped lettuce1 medium tomato, seeded and diced1/2 cup diced cucumber2 tablespoons chopped green pepper2 green onions, choppedDRESSING:3/4 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons whole milk2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon celery seed Preparation On each tortilla, layer four slices of ham and 1/3 cup cheese; roll up and secure with toothpicks. Place in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking pan....

Ingredients 5 cups unsalted peanuts1 cup sugar1 cup water1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, combine the peanuts, sugar and water. Bring to a boil; cook until syrup has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Spread peanuts in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; sprinkle with salt. Bake at 300° for 30-35 minutes or until dry and lightly browned. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds)1 teaspoon olive oil1/2 cup chicken broth2 jars (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained1-1/2 cups frozen sugar snap peas, thawed1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips1/2 cup canned bamboo shoots1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits7-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup cider vinegar3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons sugarHot cooked rice noodles Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil; drain....

Ingredients 1 pound spiced gumdrops1 pound candy corn1 can (16 ounces) salted peanuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the gumdrops, candy corn and peanuts. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled and cubed1/3 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten3/4 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup evaporated milk2 eggs1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconutGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons 2% milk1 to 2 drops coconut extract, optional2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 2 minutes. Stir in coconut. Pour into two greased 8x4-in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 cup sour cream1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 small green pepper, chopped1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blendTortilla chips or taco shells, shredded lettuce and salsa Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup peanut butter1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg3 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup old-fashioned oats3/4 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/4 cup toasted wheat germ1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 cup golden raisins3 tablespoons sesame seeds Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups frozen Tater Tots or cubed hash brown potatoes1 cup chopped fully cooked ham1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 eggs, beatenSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large skillet, cook potatoes, ham, onion and green pepper in oil over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until browned, stirring constantly. (If using Tater Tots, break apart with a spatula; mix well.) Add eggs; cook and stir until eggs are completely set....

Ingredients 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/4 teaspoon white wine or chicken broth3 tablespoons vegetable oil2 to 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 boneless butterflied pork chops (1/2 inch each)1 teaspoon cornstarch Preparation In a bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, wine or broth, oil, cilantro, garlic and red pepper flakes. Pour 1/3 cup into a resealable plastic bag; cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for sauce....

Ingredients 1 cup salsa1/4 cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon soy sauce8 ounces uncooked fettuccine3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation For sauce, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Set aside. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta1/3 cup olive oil3 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1 small sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 small green pepper, julienned1 medium tomato, cut into thin wedges1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 tablespoons sliced green onions8 ounces cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions....

Ingredients 3/4 cup salsa1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles6 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons steak seasoning12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine salsa and chiles; set aside. Drizzle fillets with oil; sprinkle both sides with steak seasoning. Cook fillets, uncovered, in a large skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes with garlic, undrained2 medium red onions, chopped1 large apple, peeled and chopped1 cup golden raisins3/4 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground allspiceBaked pita chips Preparation Combine the first 11 ingredients in a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Cook, uncovered, on high 5-6 hours or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 packages (3 ounces each) cranberry gelatin3 cups boiling water1 cup cranberry juice6 ounces cream cheese, softened1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve the gelatin in boiling water; stir in cranberry juice. Refrigerate until slightly thickened. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the whipped topping until blended....

Ingredients 1 package (14-1/4 ounces) Chocolate Chex1 cup pecan halves, toasted3/4 cup packed brown sugar6 tablespoons butter, cubed3 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup Kraft caramel bits1 cup miniature pretzels Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, mix cereal and pecans. In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt; microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until smooth, stirring once....

Ingredients 2 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)2 teaspoons olive oil1-1/2 cups crushed chicken stuffing mix3/4 cup 2% milk2/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with stuffing mix. In a small bowl, combine the milk, soup and pepper; pour over top. Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 6 purple pearl onions 6 small red radishes 2 small lime radishes 1 medium watermelon radish 1 c. unseasoned rice vinegar 2 tbsp. sugar kosher salt 10 baby beets of varying colors 5 medium carrots of varying colors 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small purple sweet potato 1/2 c. vegetable oil vegetable oil 3 head baby orange cauliflower 1/2 head Romanesco broccoli 1 small chipotle chile in adobo...