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Ingredients 2 cups chopped or torn mixed salad greens2 cups chopped cooked chicken1 cup chopped celery1 can (15-1/4 ounces) peaches, drained and chopped1 cup chopped sweet red or yellow pepper1/3 cup thawed limeade concentrate1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons white vinegar2 to 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the limeade concentrate, oil, vinegar, cilantro, ginger and salt; shake well....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up1 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1 package (7 ounces) spaghetti, cooked and drained Preparation Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in oil. Remove chicken and set aside....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach3 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 loaves sourdough bread (1 pound each)1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 400°....

Ingredients c. mild tare sauce 3 tbsp. tamari 1 1/2 tbsp. prepared wasabi paste 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs 3 scallions extra-virgin olive oil salt Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, whisk the tare sauce with the tamari and wasabi.Step 2Trim the chicken thighs of visible fat and cut into 1-inch pieces. Thread 2 pieces of chicken onto a skewer, followed by 1 piece of scallion and 2 more pieces of chicken....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 halibut steaks (6 ounces each)3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam2 green onions, sliced2 teaspoons Dijon mustardFresh raspberries and lemon wedges, optional Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter; stir in the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Broil halibut 4-6 in. from the heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork, basting occasionally with butter mixture....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups dried pinto beans1 medium onion, chopped1 cup chunky salsa1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Sort beans and rinse in cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour....

Ingredients 6 cups sliced peeled tart apples1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons butter, softened1 egg1/4 cup egg substitute1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder4-1/2 cups fat-free frozen vanilla yogurt Preparation Arrange apple slices in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples. In a small bowl, beat butter and remaining sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add egg and egg substitute; mix well....

Ingredients 2 jars (12 ounces each) strawberry jelly2 liters lemon-lime soda, divided2 quarts peppermint stick ice creamMiniature candy canes, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, melt jelly with 2 cups soda. Chill the jelly mixture and remaining soda. Just before serving, place 6 cups ice cream in a punch bowl. Gently stir in jelly mixture. Add remaining soda. Add remaining ice cream by scoopfuls. Garnish with candy canes if desired.

Ingredients 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate1 cup water1 teaspoon red food coloring, optional1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar3 large eggs2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamCARAMEL FROSTING:2 cups packed brown sugar2/3 cup milk1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract15 pecan halves Preparation In a small saucepan, melt chocolate in water. Stir in food coloring if desired. Remove from the heat; cool completely....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Dr Pepper3 tablespoons honey1/4 cup Caribbean jerk seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons chopped seeded habanero pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 beef ribeye steaks (3/4 pound each) Preparation Place the first 6 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Pour into a shallow bowl. Add steaks; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Drain steaks, discarding marinade. Grill steaks, covered, over medium heat or broil 3-4 in....

Ingredients 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped sweet onion1 small green pepper, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon ketchup1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated crusty French loaf4 slices reduced-fat process American cheese product1 large egg white, lightly beaten3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 8 cups pitted sour cherries (about 4 pounds)1-1/2 cups water10 cups sugar2 pouches (3 ounces each) liquid fruit pectin1 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a stockpot, bring cherries and water to a boil; boil 15 minutes. Stir in sugar. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil 4 minutes. Stir in pectin. Continue to boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; skim off foam. Stir in extract....

Ingredients 10 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 tablespoons honey1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons garlic salt1 teaspoon pepper1 large egg1/3 cup whole milk1 cup dry bread crumbsOil for deep-fat frying Preparation Pound chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; brush each with honey. Combine spinach and cheese; place about 2 tablespoons in the center of each chicken breast. Fold long sides over filling; fold ends up and secure with a toothpick....

Ingredients 1 package (26 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1 package (24 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables3 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup chicken broth3/4 cup french-fried onions Preparation In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer the potatoes, vegetables and chicken. In a large bowl, combine soups and broth; pour over chicken (dish will be full)....

Ingredients 3 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped2 medium onions, sliced1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up1/2 cup chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the carrots, celery and onions in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with chicken. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until chicken and vegetables are tender. Serve with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups half-and-half cream1-1/2 to 2 cups chicken broth, divided3/4 pound Velveeta, cubed2 packages (7 ounces each) uncooked elbow macaroni, cooked and drained3 cups cubed cooked chicken1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperSnipped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add cream and 1-1/2 cups of the broth. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 lb. ripe tomatoes 1 tsp. olive oil 12 oz. skinless boneless chicken breasts 1/4 tsp. white pepper 1 tsp. thyme leaves 4 clove garlic 1 3/4 c. Chicken Stock 1 tsp. white wine vinegar 1 c. medium egg noodles 1 c. frozen peas Salt to taste Preparation Step 1Peel and seed the tomatoes, reserving the juice. Cut the tomatoes into small chunks.Step 2Heat the oil in a 6-quart pot over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin chop (6 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/4 cup finely chopped carrot1/4 cup chopped fresh broccoli1/4 cup frozen peas1 green onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup cold cooked long grain rice4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation In a large skillet, saute the pork, carrot, broccoli, peas and onion in butter until pork is no longer pink, 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup ketchup1 small red onion, finely chopped1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons maple syrup2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons bourbon, divided 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breastsSALSA:2 cups fresh or thawed frozen corn1 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup finely chopped red onion2 medium limes, zested and juiced1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 flour tortillas (8 inches)Minced cilantro, optional...

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (4-1/2 pounds)1 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil3 large onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dry red wine or beef broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 bay leaf1 pound carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices Preparation Season brisket with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, brown brisket in oil over medium-high heat....