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Ingredients 3 bacon strips2 pounds venison stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes2 large onions, chopped3-1/2 cups water, divided1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 envelope onion soup mix2 teaspoons salt1 bay leaf2 teaspoons Italian seasoning7 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces5 medium potaotes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes4 celery ribs, sliced3 tablespoons all-purpose flourCooked noodles Preparation In a 4-qt. Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to a paper towel to drain; reserve drippings in pan....

Ingredients 5 cups torn curly endive2 cups watercress1 shallot, thinly sliced1/3 cup pecan halves, toasted1/4 cup pomegranate seeds1/4 cup olive oil1-1/2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the endive, watercress and shallot. Sprinkle with pecans and pomegranate seeds. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 garlic clove, minced2 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained8 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese...

Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, divided6 small zucchini, chopped (about 7 cups)1 large onion, chopped1-1/2 cups crushed Rice Chex1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and onion; cook and stir 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; cool slightly. In a microwave, melt remaining butter....

Ingredients 6 medium tomatoesSTUFFING:1 cup garlic/cheese croutons, crushed2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons grated American or cheddar cheese4 tablespoons melted butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepperChopped fresh parsley for garnish Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Invert shells onto paper towels to drain. Mix stuffing ingredients except parsley; spoon stuffing into tomatoes. Sprinkle with parsley....

Ingredients 1 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons butter4 cups shredded or diced cooked peeled potatoes (about 4 medium)2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 large eggs3/4 cup half-and-half creamTomato slices and fresh thyme, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; add potatoes. Toss cheese with flour, salt and pepper; add to skillet and blend well. In a small bowl, combine the eggs and cream....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1 cup shredded Swiss cheese3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon1/2 cup creamy Caesar salad dressingSalad croutons Preparation In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, cheese and bacon. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Top with croutons. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 lb. chicken cutlets Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. canola oil 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice 1 lb. fresh fava beans 1 c. light coconut milk 2 tsp. Thai green curry paste 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2 tbsp. Asian fish sauce 1 tbsp. sugar 10 basil leaves 1/4 c. Cilantro leaves 1 small onion 1 lb. mixed green beans and yellow wax beans 2 ears of corn...

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil2 celery ribs, chopped1/2 cup chopped onion1-1/2 pounds red potatoes (about 5 medium), cut into 1/2-inch cubes3-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (about 16 ounces)1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 cartons (32 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth2-1/2 cups coarsely shredded cooked turkey or chicken2 cups biscuit/baking mix2/3 cup 2% milk Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat; saute celery and onion until tender, 3-4 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1 egg white1/2 cup shredded zucchini1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 pound ground turkey1 tablespoon olive oil4 hamburger buns, split1 small onion, sliced4 romaine leaves Preparation In a small bowl coarsely mash beans. Add the egg white, zucchini, red pepper, chili powder, onion powder, pepper and salt. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 package dark chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sour cream3/4 cup canola oil3/4 cup waterFROSTING:3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa1 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk8 ounces each red, yellow and orange candy coating disks, melted separately2 black nonpareils Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 3 greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper....

Ingredients 1 hard-boiled large egg4 cups shredded cooked turkey or chicken3/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a bowl, mash the egg with a fork. Add turkey, mayonnaise and relish. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Stir in pecans just before serving.

Ingredients 12 ounces turkey Italian sausage links4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt-free garlic and herb seasoning1/8 teaspoon caraway seeds1/8 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 small leek (white potion only), cut into 1-inch strips Preparation In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups cooked rice2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1/4 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce3/4 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt6 medium green peppers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, beans, rice, 1-1/2 cups cheese, corn, onion, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, pepper and salt. Remove and discard tops and seeds of green peppers....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated beef roast au jus2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetables for stew3/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/4 cups water Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold puff pastry. Using a 4-in. round cookie cutter, cut out 4 circles. Place 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 14-16 minutes. Meanwhile, shred beef with 2 forks; transfer to a large saucepan....

Ingredients 9 lasagna noodles1/4 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon minced dried onion1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups chicken or turkey broth1 cup milk1 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese, divided1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut asparagus or 3/4 pound fresh cut asparagus, cooked and drained2 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey1 package (6 ounces) sliced or shredded mozzarella cheese6 ounces thinly sliced cooked ham, chopped...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water, divided3/4 cup milk1 cup All-Bran6 tablespoons butter, cubed1/3 cup dark molasses3 tablespoons sugar4 teaspoons salt2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups whole wheat flour3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a saucepan, combine 1 cup water and milk; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in the cereal, butter, molasses, sugar and salt. Cool to lukewarm. Heat remaining water to 110°-115°; pour into a large bowl....

Ingredients 6 medium sweet yellow peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large onion, diced1 medium potato, peeled and quartered1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter, optional6 cups chicken broth1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup buttermilkSour cream and minced chives, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the peppers, onion and potato in oil and butter if desired for about 4 minutes or until onion is tender. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute or until garlic is tender....

Ingredients 10 cups popped popcorn1 cup broken miniature pretzels1 cup candies of your choice, such as Almond Joy pieces or milk chocolate M&M’s1 cup chopped dried pineapple10 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine popcorn, pretzels, candies and pineapple. In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Pour over popcorn mixture; toss to coat. Immediately spread onto waxed paper; let stand until set. Break into pieces....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds), cut in half3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 cup chunky peanut butter2/3 cup soy sauce4 teaspoons sesame oil1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup water1-1/4 cups julienned carrots1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 medium green pepper, sliced1/2 cup chopped green onions1 cup unsalted peanuts, optionalHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown brisket on both sides in 2 tablespoons olive oil....