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Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)3 quarts water1/4 cup chicken bouillon granules1 bay leaf1 teaspoon whole peppercorns1/8 teaspoon ground allspice6 cups uncooked wide noodles4 cups sliced carrots1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables3/4 cup sliced celery1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyDUMPLINGS:1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup milk2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a stockpot, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients SALSA:3 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil1/4 cup canned crushed pineapple1/4 cup chopped red onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperMAYO:1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons chopped roasted sweet red pepper1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zestDash saltBURGERS:1 large egg, beaten1/2 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red peppers2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons fat-free milk1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds ground chickenSERVING:1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese18 heat-and-serve rolls, split18 small lettuce leaves...

Ingredients 2 envelopes chicken gravy mix2 cups water3/4 cup white wine1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 to 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon pepper5 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks1 large onion, cut into eight wedges1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up and skin removed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/3 cup cold water1 tube (6 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the gravy mix, water, wine, parsley, bouillon, garlic and pepper....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces2 medium red potatoes, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)1 small sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped1 medium onion, coarsely chopped1 medium carrot, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1/2 cup chicken broth3 teaspoons curry powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground cumin1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantroHot cooked couscous Preparation Place first 6 ingredients in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk, broth and dry seasonings; stir into chicken mixture....

Ingredients 3 whole chickens 1 1/2 tsp. Freshly cracked black pepper 3 tbsp. dried orange peel 1 1/2 tbsp. chili powder 1 tbsp. Sea salt 18 clove garlic 9 bay leaves 3 poblano chilies 3 serrano chilies 1 1/2 tbsp. Sea salt 1 c. finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3/4 c. finely chopped fresh oregano 3/4 c. finely chopped fresh basil 3/4 c. sherry vinegar 1 c. olive oil Preparation Step 1Rub chicken pieces with pepper....

Ingredients 3 large sweet potatoes (about 2-1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 cup balsamic vinaigrette, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro3 tablespoons honey2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced Preparation Place sweet potatoes in two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Drizzle with 1/2 cup vinaigrette and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Cool slightly; transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 cup buttermilk1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons minced fresh basil1 teaspoon onion salt2 garlic cloves, mincedTorn mixed salad greens Preparation In a bowl, combine buttermilk and sour cream. Stir in cheese, basil, onion salt and garlic. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve over salad greens.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Melted semisweet chocolate, optional2 to 3 tablespoons waterColored sugar and sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter, 1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar and salt until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extracts. Gradually beat flour into creamed mixture. Using a cookie press fitted with a disk of your choice, press dough 2 in....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups chopped pecans1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) fat-free caramel ice cream toppingAdditional fat-free caramel ice cream topping, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Line a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate or cast-iron skillet with crust. Trim and flute edges. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, 1 egg and vanilla until smooth....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and milk until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread half into pie crust. Drizzle with half of the caramel topping. Combine coconut and pecans; sprinkle half over caramel topping....

Ingredients 6 large tomatoes1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/2 cup plain or seasoned bread crumbs2 cups frozen corn, thawed2 tablespoons each chopped green pepper, celery and onion2 tablespoons half-and-half cream1 tablespoon butter, melted2 tablespoons shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup water Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato; scoop out and discard pulp. Sprinkle salt inside tomatoes if desired. Invert on paper towel to drain. Combine the bread crumbs, corn, green pepper, celery, onion, cream and butter; spoon into tomatoes....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 4 chicken thighs 4 chicken drumsticks 1 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 c. canned crushed tomatoes 1/2 c. bottled pimientos 1 c. drained and rinsed black beans (from one 15-ounce can) 1 c. RICE 1 3/4 c. water 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley tsp. cayenne 4 Lime wedges (optional) Preparation Step 1In a large, deep frying pan, heat the oil over moderately high heat....

Ingredients 6 medium poblano peppers 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/2 small onion 1 small garlic clove 1 small jalapeño 6 oz. Monterey Jack cheese 1/4 c. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 2 tbsp. Chopped cilantro salt 1 1/2 c. grape tomatoes 1 Hass avocado 1/4 c. finely chopped onion 2 tbsp. Chopped cilantro 1/2 small jalapeño 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Make the chiles rellenos: Roast the poblanos directly over a gas flame or under a broiler, turning occasionally, until they are charred all over....

Ingredients 3 corn tortillas (6 inches)2 cans (4 ounces each) whole green chiles1 can (15 ounces) chili con carne1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided4 large eggs1-1/2 cups 2% milk1 cup biscuit/baking mix1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 medium tomatoes, slicedSour cream, optional Preparation In a greased 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, layer tortillas, whole green chiles, chili con carne and 1 cup cheese....

Ingredients 1/3 cup white vinegar1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon chopped red onion2 teaspoons poppy seeds1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash Worcestershire sauce1 cup canola oilSALAD:1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix1 cup unsalted cashews1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 cup fresh blueberries Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. To serve, pour dressing over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta1 package (16 ounces) bulk pork sausage2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning4 cups fresh spinach, lightly packed3 tablespoons minced fresh basil Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pan. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 beef flank steak (1-1/2 pounds)4 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1/2 cup water1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon sugarHot cooked spaghetti, optional Preparation Flatten steak to 1/2-in. thickness. Rub with 1 tablespoon oil. Combine the bread crumbs, parsley, cheese, garlic, oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, halved1/2 cup seedless red grapes, halved1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons arrowroot flour3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Swiss cheeseGrated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts; cook, covered, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Add grapes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips3/4 cup crushed ramen noodles, divided (seasoning packet discarded)1/2 cup miniature marshmallows, divided1/3 cup M&M’s minis, divided2 tablespoons sprinkles, divided Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with parchment; set aside. In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt chocolate chips until two-thirds are melted. Remove from heat; stir until smooth. Stir in half the ramen, 1/4 cup marshmallows, 3 tablespoons M&M’s and 1 tablespoon sprinkles....

Ingredients 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 cups soft bread crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 1/2 cup Dijon, yellow or country-style mustard Preparation Combine cheese, bread crumbs and butter. Coat chicken breasts with mustard, then dip into crumb mixture. Place breaded chicken in a 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, about 15 minutes.