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Ingredients 7 cups popped popcorn4 cups Crispix4 cups Apple Jacks cereal2 cups salted peanuts1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup light corn syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon baking soda Preparation In a large greased roasting pan, combine the popcorn, cereals and peanuts; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; bring to a rolling boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Cook, without stirring, until mixture turns a medium amber color, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups (1-1/3 pounds) chopped salted peanuts, divided3 cups sugar, divided1-1/3 cups light corn syrup, divided1 cup water, divided2 egg whites1/4 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon saltCOATING:2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided1-1/4 cups light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon saltAdditional chopped salted peanuts Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 2 cups peanuts; set aside. In a small heavy saucepan, combine 3/4 cup sugar, 2/3 cup corn syrup and 1/4 cup water....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt3 cups shredded carrots (about 6 medium carrots)FROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper....

Ingredients 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons reduced-fat plain yogurt1 green onion, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1/4 cup thinly sliced celery2 tablespoons chopped dried apricots2 tablespoons chopped unsalted cashews8 slices pumpernickel bread4 lettuce leaves Preparation In a bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. Stir in turkey, celery, apricots and cashews. Line half of the bread slices with lettuce. Top with turkey mixture and remaining bread.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 cup chopped sweet onion3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups fresh or frozen corn2 cups crushed cornbread stuffing1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and red pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups finely chopped or ground sour cherries (about 1-1/2 pounds)2 cups red raspberries1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin5 cups sugar Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine cherries and raspberries; stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into eight hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3 teaspoons paprika, divided2 teaspoons salt5 pounds broiler/fryer chicken pieces1/4 cup butter1/2 cup each chopped celery, onion and green pepper2-1/2 cups chicken brothDUMPLINGS:1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg1/2 cup milkGRAVY:2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, 2 teaspoons of paprika and salt; add chicken, a few pieces at a time....

Ingredients 3 1/2 tbsp. paprika 2 1/2 tbsp. chili powder 1/2 tsp. cayenne 1/4 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 3 tbsp. Cooking oil 3 tbsp. flour 2 cloves garlic 3 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 lb. boneless 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 lb. tortilla chips 1/4 lb. feta 1/2 c. sour cream 1 red onion 1/2 c. Cilantro leaves Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the paprika, chili powder, cayenne, cumin, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked spiral pasta1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained1 garlic clove, minced3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk, divided1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons cornstarch5 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions, adding green beans during the last 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated pie pastry2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup slivered almonds1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprikaTOPPING:1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cut each sheet of pie pastry into 4-1/2-in. rounds; reroll scraps and cut out additional circles. Press pastry onto the bottom and up the sides of 14 ungreased muffin cups....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2 cups water3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil; add chicken. Reduce heat; cook for 10 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients; cook 10-15 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup frozen corn1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 tablespoons dried minced onion2 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 cups ketchup1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon molasses2 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce plus 1 teaspoon sauce1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts12 sesame seed hamburger buns, split and toasted Pickle slices, optional Preparation In a 3-qt....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked bow tie pasta6 cups frozen broccoli florets4 cups cubed fully cooked ham2 cartons (10 ounces each) refrigerated Alfredo sauce2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the ham, Alfredo sauce, cheese and mushrooms. Drain pasta mixture; add to ham mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 c. cake flour 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 stick unsalted butter 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. light brown sugar 4 large egg yolks Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract c. buttermilk 5 Bartlett pears 1 bottle Riesling 1 c. water 1 c. sugar 1/2 vanilla bean 1 strip orange zest 3 star anise pods 1 c. Crème fraîche...

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups salted peanutsTOPPING:1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips1/2 cup light corn syrup2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon water Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with aluminum foil. Coat the foil with cooking spray; set aside. In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/4 cup canola oil1 egg3/4 cup coarsely chopped cabbage1 medium carrot, cut into chunks1/4 cup sliced celery1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon salt3 cups whole wheat flour1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a blender, combine the milk, oil, egg, cabbage, carrot, celery, parsley, honey and salt; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 3 green onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on4 medium lemons, each cut into 8 wedges Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add shrimp and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate for 15 minutes. Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread shrimp and lemon wedges....

Ingredients 6 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups 2% milk1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled6 slices bread, cubed1 medium potato, peeled and diced1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1/3 cup port wine or chicken broth1/3 cup golden raisins1 medium onion, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 package (10 ounces) couscous2 cups chicken broth1/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided4 medium carrots, julienned1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon molasses Preparation In a small saucepan, heat wine until hot. In a small bowl, soak raisins in wine for 5 minutes. Drain raisins, reserving wine. In a large saucepan, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil until tender....