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Ingredients 1-1/4 cups cornflake crumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk, divided 24 chicken tenderloins1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup prepared pesto1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh basil Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, mix cornflake crumbs, 1/4 cup cheese and salt. Place 1/4 cup milk in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2-1/2 quarts water, divided1 envelope taco seasoning1 medium bunch broccoli, broken into small florets1 medium head cauliflower, broken into small florets1 package (15-1/2 ounces) bite-size tortilla chips1 can (11 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted1/2 cup milk1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained Preparation In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, drain. Add 3/4 cup water and taco seasoning....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups milk1/8 teaspoon salt6 ounces white baking chocolate, finely chopped1/3 cup brandy1/4 cup creme de cacao1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractWhipped topping and white chocolate shavings, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat the milk and salt over medium heat just until mixture comes to a simmer. Remove from the heat. Add chocolate; whisk until mixture is smooth. Stir in brandy, creme de cacao and vanilla. Fill mugs or cups three-fourths full....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup canola oil2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup white baking chips3/4 cup dried cranberries3/4 cup pistachios Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, beat sugar and oil until blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in chips, cranberries and pistachios....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced4 packages (16 ounces each) frozen brussels sprouts, thawed1 medium onion, finely chopped1/3 cup cider vinegar3 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, saute brussels sprouts and onion until crisp-tender. Add the vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3 cups thinly sliced quartered cucumber2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantroDRESSING:1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons white wine vinegar2 tablespoons lime juice1 green onion, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a salad bowl, combine cucumber and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 cup tomatoes with green chiles1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder2 cups water2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, optional Preparation In a skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil for about 2 minutes. Add rice and stir until coated with oil. Add tomatoes, turmeric, cumin, salt, garlic powder and water; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup molasses1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole wheat flour3 teaspoons ground ginger1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt or kosher salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves3 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups 2% milk6 ounces 70% cacao dark baking chocolate, chopped3 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon instant espresso powder1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash saltCOFFEE WHIPPED CREAM:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon instant espresso powder1 tablespoon sugarChocolate-covered coffee beans, chopped, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan (do not boil). Remove from the heat; whisk in the chocolate, brown sugar, espresso powder, vanilla and salt until smooth....

Ingredients 1 lb. ground turkey (preferably 7 percent fat) 1 oz. thinly sliced pancetta 3/4 c. fresh fine breadcrumbs 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh sage 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1/2 onion 1 clove garlic Coarse salt Freshly ground pepper 1 large whole egg 1 egg yolk olive oil Preparation Step 1Gently mix turkey, pancetta, onion, garlic, and breadcrumbs in a large bowl; season with 1 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard1 teaspoon red raspberry preserves1/4 teaspoon mustard seed1 tablespoon olive oil4 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced1 cup fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon chili powder4 slices multigrain bread, toasted6 ounces sliced cooked turkey breast1/2 medium ripe avocado, sliced Preparation Combine the honey, mustard, preserves and mustard seed. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 6 medium russet potatoes (about 8 ounces each)6 medium sweet potatoes (about 8 ounces each)2/3 cup sour cream, divided1/3 cup 2% milk3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 tablespoons minced fresh chives, divided1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Scrub russet and sweet potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place in foil-lined 15x10x1-in. pans; bake until tender, 60-70 minutes. Reduce oven setting to 350°. When cool enough to handle, cut a third off the top of each russet potato (discard top or save for another use)....

Ingredients 4 large egg whites, room temperature1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1 cup vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt8 slivered almondsCHERRY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE:2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherriesSAUCE/TOPPING:1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup waterRed liquid food coloring2 cups heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup sliced almonds Preparation Meringue: In a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon sesame oil1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined4 teaspoons canola oil, divided2 green onions, sliced1/2 pound fresh snow peas, trimmed1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole baby corn, drained1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toastedThick rice noodles, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 1 garlic clove, peeled1 teaspoon salt1/3 cup olive oil3 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper8 medium fresh mushrooms2 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices2 small onions, cut into six wedges8 cherry tomatoes Preparation In a small bowl, mash garlic with salt to form a paste. Stir in the oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning and pepper. Thread vegetables alternately onto metal or soaked wooden skewers; place in a shallow pan....

Ingredients 1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens2-1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained1/2 cup shredded carrots1/2 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 green onions, chopped1/2 cup sesame ginger salad dressing1/2 cup wonton strips Preparation Combine the first seven ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with wonton strips.

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, cubed4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped3 large eggs2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup coarsely chopped walnutsTOPPING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup water1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped Preparation In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in vanilla and chocolate mixture. Gradually add flour to chocolate mixture. Stir in walnuts....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon ground ginger4 skinless salmon fillets (4 ounces each)1/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce and ginger; add the salmon. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Place salmon on a foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Broil 4-6 in....

Ingredients 5 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup butter, divided3/4 cup white wine2 pounds halved baby portobello mushrooms1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook garlic in 1/4 cup butter for 1-2 minutes. Stir in wine; add mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until liquid is almost evaporated. Stir in salt, pepper and remaining butter; cook until butter is melted.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups milk1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingGreen food coloringWITCH HATS:1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting2 teaspoons milkAssorted food coloring of your choice12 to 16 ice cream sugar conesFruit Roll-Ups, licorice and assorted candies of your choice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....