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Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce2 tablespoons butter16 egg roll wrappers1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseRanch salad dressing, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine chicken, dressing mix and wing sauce. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 3-4 hours. Preheat oven to 425°. Shred chicken with 2 forks; stir in butter. With a corner of an egg roll wrapper facing you, place 3 tablespoons chicken mixture just below center of wrapper; top with 1 teaspoon each feta and mozzarella cheeses....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed2 cups packed brown sugar1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 cup light corn syrup2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon vanilla extractApple slices Preparation In a heavy 3-qt. saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, milk, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 230° (thread stage), 8-10 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Transfer to a small fondue pot or 1-1/2-qt....

Ingredients ICE CREAM CONES:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup heavy whipping cream12 ice cream sugar conesCARAMEL CORN:7 cups air-popped popcorn1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped pecans25 caramels2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/8 teaspoon saltTOPPING:5 caramels2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream, divided1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation Tightly cover a large roasting pan that is at least 3 in. deep with 2 layers of heavy-duty foil. Poke 12 holes, about 2 in....

Ingredients 4 tart apples 2 sweet potatoes 1 flaky butter crust 1/2 c. brandy 1/2 c. maple syrup 1 lime zest and juice 3 tbsp. butter 1 c. chopped pecans 1 pinch salt Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.Step 2Prepare the brandy pecan glaze: Pour the brandy in a small pot and reduce by half. Add the lime zest, lime juice, maple syrup, butter and salt to taste. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 – 7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 egg2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup picante sauce, divided1/4 cup old-fashioned oats1 teaspoon dried minced onion1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 pound ground beef1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the egg, 2 tablespoons picante sauce, oats, onion, chili powder and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into two 4x2-in. loaves. Place in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes or until no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 can (10 ounces) green enchilada sauce8 corn tortillas (6 inches)2 cups coarsely shredded rotisserie chicken 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup sliced ripe olives Salsa, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small skillet, warm enchilada sauce over medium heat. Dip four tortillas, one at a time, in sauce to coat both sides; arrange on bottom of a greased 9-in. pie plate, overlapping to fit. Layer with 1 cup chicken, 1 cup cheese and 2 tablespoons olives....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup vegetable oil1-1/2 teaspoons salt2 eggs4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1 cup chopped dates2/3 cups water1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 cup apricot preservesICING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons boiling water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 2 ramen packs (seasoning packets discarded) 3 slices bacon, chopped into 1/2-in pieces 2 large eggs 3/4 c. shredded sharp cheddar 2 scallions, sliced Sriracha or other hot sauce (optional) 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Boil noodles according to package instructions. Save 1/4 c. of cooking water to loosen sauce later, if needed. Drain noodles, toss with oil so they don’t stick. Step 2Heat medium skillet over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli1 pound ground beef1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/3 cup chopped onion2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup water4 large eggs1/2 cup whole milk1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small saucepan bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add broccoli; cover and boil for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 3 celery ribs, finely chopped1 large onion, chopped1 large carrot, finely chopped5 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter2 pounds ground chicken1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups chicken broth1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce3 teaspoons smoked paprika1 bay leaf3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperCrumbled blue cheese, optional Celery stalks and tortilla chips...

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt2 pounds uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; set aside 1/4 cup. Thread shrimp onto 8 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill shrimp, covered, over medium heat 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, basting occasionally with butter mixture. Remove from grill; brush with reserved butter mixture....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa3/4 cup butter, cubed2 large eggs, beaten2 cups graham cracker crumbs1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped almonds, optionalFILLING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix1/4 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons 2% milkGLAZE:3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon butter Preparation Line an 8-in. square baking pan with foil, letting ends extend over sides by 1 in. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar and cocoa; add butter....

Ingredients 3 packages (16 ounces each) frozen cauliflower, thawed1 large onion, chopped1/3 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups milk1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseTOPPING:1/2 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place 1 in. of water in a Dutch oven; add cauliflower. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted2 cups sour cream2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, soup, sour cream, 1-3/4 cups cheddar cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Place in a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cheese is melted, 40-45 minutes....

Ingredients 6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups)2 medium nectarines, thinly sliced2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup poppy seed salad dressing1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced1 cup granola with fruit and nuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine spinach, nectarines, chicken and feta. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with avocado and granola. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each), cubed4 tablespoons butter, divided1 pouch (3.6 ounces) roasted garlic mashed potatoes3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2-1/4 cups 2% milk1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and chopped1/2 cup frozen corn Preparation In a small skillet, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon butter until no longer pink; set aside and keep warm....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated spinach or cheese tortellini2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 cup fresh baby carrots3 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 large onion, cut into wedges1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute broccoli and carrots in 2 tablespoons oil for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained1/4 cup tomato sauce2 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornmeal1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon butter, melted3 to 4 tablespoons fat-free milk Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, brown sugar and cumin....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. ground allspice 1 tsp. salt 1 c. unsulfured molasses 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1/4 c. bourbon 1 c. packed light-brown sugar 4 c. coarsely chopped pecans Preparation Step 1Whisk together flour, allspice, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.Step 2Melt molasses and butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Stir in bourbon. Transfer to a medium bowl; whisk in sugar until smooth....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter, softened, divided1 cup whole unblanched almonds, coarsely chopped1 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup milk chocolate chips, melted1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Line an 11x7-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 tablespoon butter. Arrange almonds evenly in pan; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, salt and remaining butter. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is caramel-colored and a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage)....