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Ingredients 4 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup sugar1/3 cup cornstarch1 can (20 ounces) cherry pie fillingCAKE:3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed1 cup buttermilk2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extractCRUMB TOPPING:1-1/2 cups sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cold butter, cubed Preparation In a large saucepan, cook rhubarb and lemon juice over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning....

Ingredients 1/4 c. sesame seeds 1 1/2 tsp. red- or white-wine vinegar 2 tsp. chopped fresh ginger 1 small clove garlic 1 tbsp. orange juice 1 1/2 tsp. Asian sesame oil c. plus 1 tablespoon cooking oil 1/2 tsp. salt 1 lb. boneless 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 tbsp. water 2 lb. spinach 1 red bell pepper Preparation Step 1Heat a large frying pan over moderate heat. Add the sesame seeds and cook, stirring frequently, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 shallot, chopped3/4 cup heavy whipping cream3 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon, divided2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 3 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained4 large cucumbers, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese (about 1-1/3 cups)1 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup reduced-fat ranch salad dressing 2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Combine chickpeas, cucumbers, cheese and onion. In another bowl, mix ranch dressing, dill, salt and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons canola oil4 pounds boneless pork, cut into 3/4-inch cubes1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 to 1 cup salsa verde1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken brothFlour tortillas, warmed Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound pork; cook and stir until lightly browned. Remove and set aside....

Ingredients 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon soy sauce1/4 teaspoon sesame oil Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 3 pounds uncooked bow tie pasta1-1/2 pounds imitation crabmeat, chopped1 pound frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed4 celery ribs, chopped1 cup finely chopped green onions1 medium green pepper, diced4 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup dill pickle relish1/4 cup Dijon mustard1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon dill weed3/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the crab, shrimp, celery, onions and green pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/4 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup chopped celery6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon Preparation In a 2-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine onion and oil. Cover and microwave on high for 1-3 minutes. Stir in green onions and celery; cover and cook 1-2 minutes longer. Add the potatoes, salt, Cajun seasoning and pepper....

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked wide rice noodles2 tablespoons ghee or olive oil, divided1 pound boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced and cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 medium onion, chopped2/3 cup sliced fresh carrots3 bay leaves2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot1 lemongrass stalk1 whole star anise1 tablespoon curry powder2 teaspoons ground turmeric1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 anchovy fillets, minced, optional2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth1 can (13....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 teaspoon chicken bouillon or 1/2 vegetable bouillon cube1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Add broccoli. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup liquid. In another large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 large egg1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons olive oil2 slices part-skim mozzarella cheeseOptional: Fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided1 loaf (1 pound) French bread1/2 cup butter, softened6 slices provolone cheese6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce, warmed Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine beef and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Shape into six thin patties. In a large nonstick skillet, cook patties in batches over medium heat until no longer pink, 4-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2 cups frozen peas1-1/2 cups 2% milk1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheeseCrushed red pepper flakes, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook chicken and red pepper in butter over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. Cooking oil 3 onions 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 1/4 lb. chicken livers 1/2 c. Madeira 1 hard-cooked egg 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over moderate heat. Add the onions, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are well browned, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 small onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup marinara sauce, divided 1/2 cup finely chopped or shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground chicken4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese4 hamburger buns, split and toasted1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseFresh basil leaves, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 8 chicken thighs Salt and freshly ground pepper all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion 4 oz. cremini mushrooms 1 1/2 c. Chardonnay 1 bay leaf 4 sprig thyme 6 oz. frozen artichoke hearts 1 1/2 c. chicken stock 2 tbsp. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and dust with the flour, tapping off the excess....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon curry powder1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 cups pecan halves Preparation In a large skillet, combine the first nine ingredients; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in pecans and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup heavy whipping cream4 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted1 tablespoon grated lemon zest Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add half the asparagus; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes. Remove and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Repeat with remaining asparagus....

Ingredients 7 large eggs, separated1/2 cup baking cocoa3/4 cup boiling water1-3/4 cups cake flour1-3/4 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarICING:1/3 cup butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons hot waterChopped nuts, optional Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a bowl, combine cocoa and water until smooth; cool for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 box brownie mix 1 roll refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough Cooking spray 1 c. white chocolate chips Rainbow sprinkles, for rolling Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2Coat two 8- by 8-inch baking pans with cooking spray. Press cookie dough into one 8- by 8-inch baking pan so that it covers the entire surface. Bake for 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees F, or until edges are slightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of the pan comes out clean....