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Ingredients 2 lb. Green Zebra tomatoes 1 Green Zebra tomato 1 seedless cucumber 1 medium sweet onion 1 Hass avocado 1 small jalapeño 2 clove garlic 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 2 tbsp. mint leaves 2 tbsp. Cilantro leaves 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a blender, combine half each of the coarsely chopped green tomatoes, cucumber, and onion with the avocado, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, and 1 cup of cold water and puree until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup chili sauce1/4 cup pickle relish Preparation In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate.

Ingredients 8 oz. bittersweet chocolate (preferably 61 percent cacao) 1/4 c. heavy cream 2 tbsp. heavy cream 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 1/2 lb. white chocolate Sky-blue gel-paste food coloring Teal luster dust Preparation Step 1Put bittersweet chocolate and cream into a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir until smooth; remove from heat. Stir in butter.Step 2Pour into a loaf pan. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until very cold and set but still pliable, about 2 hours....

Ingredients 1 pouch (11 ounces) light tuna in water1/3 cup each finely chopped celery, cucumber and red onion1/4 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons dill weed1 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 ciabatta rolls, split2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tuna, celery, cucumber, onion, mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, salt and pepper; mix well. Place rolls on a baking sheet. Spread each half with tuna mixture; sprinkle with cheese....

Ingredients 2/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons whole-berry cranberry sauce24 very thin slices wheat or white bread, crusts removed12 slices deli turkey2 medium apples, thinly sliced12 thin slices smoked Gouda cheese4 cups fresh baby spinach Preparation Place mayonnaise and cranberry sauce in a small food processor. Cover and process until blended. Spread over each bread slice. Layer the turkey, apples, cheese and spinach over each of 12 bread slices; top with remaining bread....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil2 medium yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces8 small boiling onions, peeled8 cherry tomatoes8 medium fresh mushrooms2 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine dressing, parsley and basil. Alternate the vegetables on eight skewers. Place on a gill rack over medium-hot heat. Baste with dressing mixture and turn frequently for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon maple flavoring2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 cups white baking chips1 cup chopped pecansMAPLE GLAZE:1/3 cup butter, cubed1-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup maple syrup1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and maple flavoring....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 tablespoon butter1 small zucchini, chopped3/4 cup chopped tomato1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper4 large egg whites1/4 cup water1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup egg substitute1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter until tender. Add the zucchini, tomato, oregano and pepper. Cook and stir for 5-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender and liquid is nearly evaporated....

Ingredients 4 large eggs1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup butter, melted1-1/2 tablespoons cider or white vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 unbaked pie shell (9 inches) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, butter, vinegar and vanilla. Mix well. Pour into pie shell. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes.

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed2 teaspoons olive oil1 sweet onion, thinly sliced1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced1/2 cup half-and-half creamShaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook sausage in oil for 5 minutes. Add onion; cook 8-10 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground mustardDash salt1/3 cup cold water1/3 cup white vinegar1 egg, lightly beaten18 cups fresh spinach, torn3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled4 red onion slices, separated into rings Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, mustard and salt. Gradually stir in water and vinegar until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 3 c. cake flour (not self-rising) 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. whole milk 1 tsp. vanilla extract 12 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 c. sugar 6 large egg whites 1 c. sugar 3 large egg yolks 24 tbsp. unsalted butter c. shredded unsweetened coconut 3/4 c. finely grated blood orange zest or orange zest 1 tbsp. blood orange juice or orange juice 1 c. sugar 4 large egg whites...

Ingredients 1/3 cup water1/4 cup tomato paste3 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon prepared mustard2 teaspoons seasoned salt2 teaspoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules2 pounds beef short ribs1 small tomato, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first eight ingredients. Add the ribs, tomato and onion. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1-3/4 cups milk2 large eggs2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine cake and pudding mixes, milk and eggs at low speed until dry ingredients are moistened. Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. tube or fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 60 minutes or until cake tests done....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey2 medium onions, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces3 medium carrots, sliced1 small head cabbage, chopped1 can (49-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon prepared Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation In a large soup kettle, cook turkey and onions in oil over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1 medium sweet onion, chopped3/4 cup chopped celery1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon curry powder2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced1 cup torn leaf lettuce4 spinach flour tortillas (8 inches), room temperature Preparation In a large bowl, combine the turkey, onion and celery. In another bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic salt and curry. Pour over turkey mixture: toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cups shortening2 cups boiling water5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons saltFILLING:6 medium red potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled 2 small rutabagas (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled1 pound ground beef1/2 pound ground pork2 medium onions, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces3 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons pepper2 teaspoons garlic powder1/4 cup butterOptional: Half-and-half cream or a lightly beaten large egg Preparation In a large bowl, stir shortening and water until shortening is melted. Gradually stir in flour and salt until a very soft dough is formed; cover and refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar2/3 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt8 cups 2% milk2/3 cup water2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extractMiniature marshmallows, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa and salt. Stir in milk and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in extracts. Serve in mugs, with marshmallows if desired.

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/3 cup soft sun-dried tomato halves (not packed in oil), chopped1/3 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeno peppers2 tablespoons tomato paste1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper6 hamburger buns, splitOptional: Chopped avocado, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; crumble beef; drain....

Ingredients 2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained2 medium carrots, diced1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons butter2-1/4 cups water1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon white pepper1 bay leaf Preparation Mash one can of beans; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute the carrots and onion in butter. Stir in the water, ham, seasonings and whole and mashed beans; cook over medium heat until heated through....