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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups milk chocolate chips1 cup butterscotch chips3/4 cup miniature marshmallows3/4 cup chopped salted peanuts3/4 cup crushed potato chips2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut7 maraschino cherries, halved1/4 cup milk chocolate M&M’s2 tablespoons vanilla or white chips1/2 teaspoon shortening Preparation Using a pencil, draw a 10-in. heart on a waxed paper. Place paper, pencil mark down, on a baking sheet; set aside. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips48 round toothpicks1 package (11 ounces) Kraft caramel bits2 tablespoons water1 cup finely chopped pecans, peanuts or M&M minis Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugars and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon cornstarch1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice, divided1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/2 cup golden raisins2 medium firm bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slicesHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and 1/2 cup pineapple juice until smooth. Stir in the mustard, thyme and pepper flakes; set aside....

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)4 bacon strips, chopped3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation Halve squash lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down; microwave on high until tender, 15-20 minutes. Cool slightly. Separate strands with a fork. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. With a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon pepperSAUCE:2 teaspoons butter2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot3/4 cup orange marmalade1 tablespoon lime juice1 tablespoon thawed orange juice concentrate1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness; cut lengthwise into 1-in.-wide strips. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine oil, soy sauce, garlic and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup lime juice1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 medium tomato, chopped1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped1 green onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/4 teaspoon ground cumin2 slices Monterey Jack or pepper Jack cheese, halved Preparation In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, oil, garlic salt and pepper. Set aside 5 tablespoons. Pour remaining lime juice mixture into a resealable plastic bag; add chicken....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli, cut into florets1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon salt, optional1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, sliced into rings1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons canola oil Preparation Steam broccoli for 1-2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water and set aside. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, salt if desired, sugar, cornstarch and nutmeg; set aside. In a large skillet or wok over high heat, stir-fry mushrooms, onion and garlic in oil for 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (6.7 ounces) mushroom-flavored brown and wild rice mix1 large onion, chopped1 cup cut fresh green beans (1/2-inch pieces)1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium carrots, shredded1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a large saucepan, cook rice mix according to package directions, omitting butter. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and green beans in oil for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms, carrots and pepper; saute 3-5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 6 garlic cloves, unpeeled3 tablespoons unsalted butter1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup golden raisins1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon capers, drained and coarsely chopped2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Cut stem ends off unpeeled garlic cloves. Wrap cloves in a piece of foil. Bake 25-30 minutes or until cloves are soft. Unwrap and cool to room temperature. Squeeze garlic from skins....

Ingredients 1 package (15.8 ounces) brownie mix1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 cups crispy chow mein noodles18 candy eyeballs Preparation Prepare and bake brownies according to package directions using an 8-in. square baking pan lined with parchment. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Remove 1 tablespoon melted chocolate to a small bowl; reserve for attaching eyes. Add noodles to remaining chocolate; stir gently to coat....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 medium head cabbage, chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in salt. In a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the beef mixture, cabbage and soup. Repeat layers (dish will be full). Cover and bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until cabbage is tender....

Ingredients 1/3 cup prepared hummus4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves Preparation Spread hummus on tortillas; top with chicken, peppers, cheese and basil. Roll up.

Ingredients 3 cartons (15 ounces each) ricotta cheese1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour3 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons grated orange zest7 large eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped pistachios Preparation Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan; set aside. In a large bowl, beat ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the flour, vanilla and orange zest....

Ingredients 1 cup chilled apple cider or unsweetened apple juice1 cup chilled ginger ale or lemon-lime soda1 cup vanilla ice cream2 tablespoons caramel sundae syrupFinely chopped peeled apple, optional Preparation Divide cider and ginger ale between 2 glasses. Top each with ice cream; drizzle with caramel syrup. Add chopped apples if desired.

Ingredients 2 cups baby carrots1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained4 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil; place carrots in a steamer basket over water. Cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and cinnamon. Add the brown sugar, butter and reserved juice....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups mayonnaise1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup thinly sliced green onions with tops3 garlic cloves, minced1 loaf French bread (about 20 inches), halved lengthwise1/3 cup minced fresh parsley, optionalPaprika, optional Preparation Mix mayonnaise, cheese, onions and garlic; spread on bread halves, if desired, sprinkle with parsley and paprika. Wrap each half in foil. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or freeze. Unwrap and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes (20-25 minutes if frozen) or until puffed but not brown....

Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1/3 cup sliced green onions6 cups torn romaine1-1/2 cups cooked chicken stripsAdditional cilantro, optional Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, toss the beans, corn, red pepper and onions; set aside....

Ingredients 1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound ground chicken2 hamburger buns, split1/4 cup torn romaine4 teaspoons fat-free creamy Caesar salad dressing Preparation In a small bowl, combine the onion, 1 tablespoon cheese, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into two patties....

Ingredients 2 medium cucumbers1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/3 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish1 tablespoon chopped onion1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise; remove seeds. With a sharp knife, cut a thin slice from the bottom of each cucumber half so it sits flat. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Spoon into cucumber boats....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked spiral pasta1 cup cubed cooked chicken1 small green pepper, diced1 small carrot, thinly sliced1 celery rib, thinly sliced1/4 cup chopped white onion1/4 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon ranch salad dressing mix1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, green pepper, carrot, celery, onions and peas....