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Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper2 chicken leg quarters, skin removed Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add the chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade. Place chicken in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 375° until juices run clear, basting occasionally with pan juices, 45-50 minutes....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/4 cup milk chocolate English toffee bits1 tablespoon butter, meltedGLAZE:1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar4-1/2 teaspoons spreadable cream cheese2-1/4 teaspoons 2% milk1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Stir in cream just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1 egg2 tablespoons canola oil1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, egg, oil, chocolate and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Chill for at least 2 hours. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; roll in confectioners’ sugar. Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets....

Ingredients 1 small butternut squash 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 1 c. Italian pine nuts 1 large shallot 1 tsp. tomato paste 1/2 c. dry white wine 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1 pinch saffron threads finely grated orange zest 1/2 c. Parmigiano-Reggiano shavings Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Peel and slice the butternut squash 1/2 inch thick; spread on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 dressed rabbit (2-1/2 pounds), cut into serving-size pieces1/4 cup olive oil1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced4 garlic cloves, minced2 cups chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup lemon juice5 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook rabbit in oil until lightly browned; remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 loaf unsliced French bread (1 pound)3 to 4 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons butter, softened1 tablespoon prepared mustard10 lettuce leaves5 thin slices deli ham, halved5 slices pimiento loaf, halved, optional10 slices salami5 slices Swiss cheese, halved5 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese, halved10 thinly sliced red or green bell pepper rings Preparation Cut bread into 22 slices, leaving slices attached at the bottom. Cut off and discard the end pieces. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, butter and mustard until blended....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 medium green pepper, cut into strips1 large onion, sliced1-1/2 cups picante sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseOptional toppings: Thinly sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes and sour cream, optional Preparation Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker; add black beans, pepper and onion. In a small bowl, mix picante sauce, garlic powder and cumin; pour over top....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarAdditional sugar Preparation In a bowl, cream butter, oil and sugars. Add egg and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Chill for several hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 350°. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in....

Ingredients 4 cups shredded cabbage1/2 cup water1/4 cup grated raw potato1 tablespoon butterPinch salt and pepper1 tablespoon white vinegar Preparation In a saucepan, cook cabbage in water until tender, stirring occasionally; drain. Add potato, butter, salt and pepper. Stir in vinegar. Cook and stir over low heat for 5 minutes.

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple2 medium tart apples, diced3 cups shredded carrots3 tablespoons raisins3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup fat-free reduced-sugar vanilla yogurt1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurt3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice in a bowl. Add apples to the juice; toss to coat. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, carrots, raisins, coconut and apples....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons plus 1 cup peanut oil, divided1 medium onion, chopped3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1 pound medium carrots2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped4 cups chicken stock1/2 cup half-and-half creamMinced chives, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) vegetarian refried beans1 cup picante sauce1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup sour cream3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon ground cuminTortilla chips and salsa Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or until heated through, stirring once or twice. Serve with tortilla chips and salsa....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked penne pasta1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon butter4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Set aside. In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup chopped fresh broccoli1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 teaspoons dill weed1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 large egg white, lightly beaten2 tablespoons slivered almonds Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Stir in mayonnaise. Unroll both tubes of crescent dough onto an ungreased baking sheet; press together, forming a 15x12-in....

Ingredients 12 bone-in chicken thighs (about 4-1/2 pounds), skin removed1 teaspoon saltMOLE SAUCE:1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, drained1 medium onion, chopped2 dried ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted1/4 cup raisins3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce3 garlic cloves, peeled and halved3/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonFresh cilantro leaves, optional Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt; place in a 5- or 6-qt....

Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar2 cups cold half-and-half cream1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Preparation Press cookie dough onto an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until deep golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes; gently run a flexible metal spatula under crust to loosen. Cool completely....

Ingredients 6 large egg whites, room temperature2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1-1/3 cups sugar, divided1 teaspoon almond extract1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sweetened shredded coconutConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl. Preheat oven to 350°. Line 18 muffin cups with cupcake liners. Sift together flour, cocoa, baking powder and 1 cup sugar twice. Add almond extract, cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 5 cups chopped fresh broccoli1/2 cup raisins1/4 cup chopped red onion2 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons vinegar1 cup mayonnaise10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup sunflower kernels Preparation In a large bowl, combine broccoli, raisins and onion. In a small bowl, combine sugar, vinegar and mayonnaise. Pour over broccoli; toss to coat. Refrigerate. Just before serving, sprinkle with bacon and sunflower seeds; toss.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon water2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon honey1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound beef top sirloin steak (1 inch thick), cut into 1-inch cubes2 small green and/or sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces12 large fresh mushroomsHot cooked rice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add the beef, peppers and mushrooms; toss to coat. Thread meat and vegetables alternately on metal or soaked wooden skewers....

Ingredients 4 large egg yolks1/2 cup plus 6 teaspoons sugar, divided2 cups heavy whipping cream3 teaspoons vanilla extractFresh raspberries, optional Preparation In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and 1/2 cup sugar. In a small saucepan, heat cream over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan. Remove from the heat; stir a small amount of hot cream into egg yolk mixture. Return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Stir in vanilla....