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Ingredients 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup butter, divided20 Oreo cookies, crushed1 package (14 ounces) caramels3 cups chopped pecans, toastedTOPPING:3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons light corn syrup3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, melt 1/3 cup butter over medium heat; stir in the cookie crumbs. Press into an ungreased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake at 325° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack....

Ingredients 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced1 medium onion, chopped1/2 to 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice2 teaspoons canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup chicken broth12 flour tortillas (8 inches)1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilesSour cream and salsa Preparation Place sweet potato in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar4 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups shredded carrots4 cups quick-cooking oats3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons salt1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Beat in carrots. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. instant polenta 1 tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. sugar Salt and freshly ground pepper 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 c. milk 2 scallions 1 small celery rib 1 jalapeño 1/2 lb. sliced smoked ham 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet. In a bowl, combine the flour, polenta, baking powder, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 ounces sliced almonds (about 1 cup)1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 ounces crumbled blue cheese, room temperature2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, room temperatureAppetizer skewers or toothpicks1 to 1-1/4 pounds seedless red or green grapes, rinsed and patted dry Preparation Preheat oven to 275°. Pulse almonds in a food processor until finely chopped (do not overprocess). Spread in a 15x10x1-in. pan; bake until golden brown, 6-9 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 6 bacon strips, chopped3 cups water1 cup 2% milk3/4 teaspoon salt1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided 2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed1/4 teaspoon pepperSliced avocado, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, bring water, milk and salt to a boil....

Ingredients 6 cups uncooked egg noodles (about 12 ounces)2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 20 crackers)1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions for al dente; drain. In a large bowl, whisk soup, sour cream, milk, salt and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1 small potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 large fresh mushrooms, sliced1 large carrot, sliced1 small green pepper, chopped7 pitted ripe olives, halved1/3 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 2 tablespoons marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter4 bone-in chicken thighs (1-1/2 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup dry red wine1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary Preparation In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium; cook, covered, 10-12 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°. Remove chicken to a serving plate; keep warm....

Ingredients 5 large eggs1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 cup 4% cottage cheese2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/4 cup butter, melted1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs well. Stir in next five ingredients. Add green chiles. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve immediately....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti1 tablespoon cornstarch4 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups fresh snow peas2 cups shredded carrots3 green onions, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and 1 tablespoon soy sauce until smooth; stir in 1 tablespoon sesame oil....

Ingredients 1 package devil’s food cake mix (regular size)1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped2 tablespoons grated semisweet chocolate Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two 9-in. round baking pans. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and salt until smooth....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 3/4 cup butter, cubed45 Club crackers (2-1/2x1 inch)1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons light corn syrup1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Line a 9-in. square baking pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Arrange a single layer of crackers in the pan. In a large saucepan, combine milk, brown sugar, corn syrup and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted2 tablespoons sugarDash salt1-1/2 cups cornflakes, coarsely crushedVANILLA BOURBON ICE CREAM:5 large egg yolks1/2 cup sugarDash salt1 cup whole milk1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 tablespoons bourbon Preparation Preheat oven 375°. In a small bowl combine cream, butter, sugar and salt. Stir in cornflakes until well coated. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes, stirring once....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked whole wheat bow tie pasta1 cup fresh arugula1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup olive oil1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place the arugula, parsley, basil, cheese, salt and pepper flakes in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 pound fresh baby carrots1 medium green pepper, julienned1 boneless beef chuck roast (2-1/2 pounds)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed golden mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup Burgundy wine or beef broth1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 envelope onion soup mix1/4 teaspoon pepper2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked wide egg noodles Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the mushrooms, carrots and green pepper; place roast on top....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 large sweet potato, cubed1 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped celery2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided 1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup 2% milk1 skinned rotisserie chicken, shredded2 tablespoons sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth3/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper5 sheets phyllo dough (14x9-in. size) Butter-flavored cooking spray Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 3 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, sliced3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepper1-2/3 cups reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix2/3 cup fat-free milk Preparation In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook and stir celery and carrots over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, chicken and seasonings. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a gentle simmer....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked medium egg noodles (about 5 cups)1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch pieces1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/4 cup waterMinced fresh parsley Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with pepper. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute chicken just until browned, 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed Cooking spray 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken1 cup salsa1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blendOptional toppings: Shredded lettuce, reduced-fat sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, sliced jalapeno, lime wedges, sliced ripe olives, sliced green onions, sliced radishes, and pico de gallo or additional salsa Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Press warm tortillas into 12 muffin cups coated with cooking spray, pleating sides as needed....