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Ingredients 6 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked roasted garlic chicken sausage links or flavor of your choice, sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, halved and sliced1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil8 whole wheat pita pocket halves, warmedOptional: Sliced tomato and plain Greek yogurt Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup water3 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 hot dogs1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseChopped onionCrushed corn chips, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Bake until tender, 50-75 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 cup boiling water1 bunch green onions, finely chopped1/2 cup canola oil1 tablespoon sesame oil1 small onion, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated beef roast au jus, drained and chopped or 2 cups chopped cooked roast beef3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon honey Preparation Place flour and salt in a large bowl; stir in boiling water until dough forms a ball....

Ingredients 1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup packed brown sugarDUTCH BABY:1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegDash ground cinnamon3 tablespoons butterOptional: Maple syrup and additional butter Preparation In a small bowl, combine chocolate chips and brown sugar; set aside. In another small bowl, beat the flour, eggs, cream, nutmeg and cinnamon until smooth. Place butter in a 9-in. pie plate or an 8-in....

Ingredients 1/2 c. light brown sugar c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 large egg 3/4 c. sugar 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 c. sour cream 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3/4 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1 c. frozen blueberries Preparation Step 1Make the topping: Preheat the oven to 375°....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1/2 cup cherry preserves4 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts2 tablespoons minced chives Preparation Unfold puff pastry; cut into 36 squares. Gently press squares onto the bottoms of 36 greased miniature muffin cups. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a 1/2-in.-deep indentation in the center of each. Bake until golden brown, 6-8 minutes longer....

Ingredients 8 cups warm water1/2 cup kosher salt1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons molasses1 tablespoon whole peppercorns, crushed1 tablespoon whole allspice, crushed2 teaspoons ground ginger1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)4 cups cold water1 teaspoon canola oil3/4 to 1 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Preparation For brine, combine the first 7 ingredients in a large kettle. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until salt is dissolved. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cooked brown rice1 cup cubed cooked chicken1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted1/4 cup shredded carrots1 green onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDRESSING:2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon sesame oil1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon sugar Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In another small bowl, combine dressing ingredients. Pour over rice mixture; toss to coat.

Ingredients 75 amaretti snap cookies 1/2 c. unsalted butter 1 3/4 c. pumpkin purée 3 large eggs 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. ginger 1/4 tsp. cloves 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 3/4 c. heavy cream 1 tbsp. amaretto or almond extract 3 1/2 oz. white chocolate 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. slivered almonds Preparation Step 1For the crust: Mix crushed cookies and melted butter until all the crumbs are moistened....

Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 cup uncooked whole grain brown and red rice blend1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup water3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach Preparation In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients. Stir in broth. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until grains are tender....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons plus 1 cup butter, divided1-1/4 cups sugar1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1 cup dark corn syrup2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided2 pounds chopped pecans1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil; grease the foil with 2 teaspoons butter and set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, corn syrup, 1 cup cream and the remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 3 cups Corn Chex3 cups Rice Chex3 cups cheddar miniature pretzels1/4 cup butter, melted1 envelope cheesy taco seasoning2 cups white cheddar popcorn Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine cereal and pretzels. In a small bowl, mix melted butter and taco seasoning; drizzle over cereal mixture and toss to coat. Microwave, uncovered, on high 3-3-1/2 minutes or until heated through, stirring once every minute. Stir in popcorn. Transfer to a baking sheet to cool completely....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed4 to 6 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:2 cups fresh or frozen sliced peaches, thawed1-3/4 cups pitted fresh dark sweet cherries or 1 can (15 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, drained1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup quick-cooking tapioca1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage2 cups finely chopped fresh mushrooms1-1/2 cups finely chopped onion2 celery ribs, chopped1/3 cup butter1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup chicken broth4 cups day-old bread cubes1 package (8-3/4 ounces) whole chestnuts, chopped (about 2 cups) Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, saute the mushrooms, onions and celery in butter until tender....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green onions2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with roasted garlic, undrained1 can (14 ounces) water-packed quartered artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoons cold water1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) caramels3 tablespoons water1-1/2 cups chopped pecans1 cup Rice Krispies3 cups milk chocolate chips1-1/2 teaspoons shortening Preparation Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the caramels and water; cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Stir in pecans and cereal until coated. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto prepared pans. Refrigerate for 10 minutes or until firm....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup sugar2 large egg yolks2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries1 cup sugar, divided1/4 cup quick-cooking tapioca1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 large egg yolks2 cups sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 7 cups fresh broccoli florets1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup prepared honey Dijon salad dressing4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add broccoli; cover and cook for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place broccoli in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Transfer broccoli to a large bowl; toss with remaining ingredients.

Ingredients 1 small carrot 1 stalk celery stalk and leaves 1 small white onion 1 medium clove garlic 1/2 tsp. crushed dried marjoram 1/4 tsp. crushed and dried basil 1/2 c. vegetable stock 2 c. skim milk 2 c. coarsely chopped broccoli 1/2 c. vegetable-flavored pasta 1 c. unflavored yogurt or whipped sour cream for garnish Preparation Step 1In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the carrots, celery, onions, garlic, marjoram, basil, and stock....

Ingredients 1 medium peach1 medium fresh nectarine1 tablespoon brown sugarWhipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Preheat broiler. Halve and pit the peach and nectarine. Line a shallow baking dish with foil; coat foil with cooking spray. Place fruit cut side down in prepared dish. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 3 minutes; turn fruit over and sprinkle with brown sugar. Broil until sugar is melted and bubbly, 2-3 minutes longer....