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Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil4 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 cup vodka1 teaspoon grated lime zest2 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce4 lime wedges1 tablespoon chopped celery leavesHot pepper sauce and celery salt, optional Preparation Pound chicken thighs slightly with a meat mallet to uniform thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoons sugar1/2 cup cold water1/3 cup soy sauce2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips2 tablespoons canola oil2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 cup whole salted cashewsHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mirin (sweet rice wine)1/2 cup sake1/2 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon sugar2 large sweet red peppers, cut into 2-inch pieces2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-1/2-in. pieces1 bunch green onions Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first 4 ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat; set aside half the mixture for serving. Thread peppers onto 2 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Thread chicken onto 6 metal or soaked wooden skewers....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups shredded napa cabbage3/4 cup canned bean sprouts, rinsed and drained3/4 cup frozen peas3/4 cup chopped cucumber3/4 cup shredded cooked chicken breast1/3 cup sliced water chestnuts1 green onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon chopped peanuts3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons sherry or unsweetened apple juice2 teaspoons sesame oil3/4 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, sherry or apple juice, oil and ginger....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil2-1/2 pounds beef stew meat1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3/4 cup water2 chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 2 tablespoons sauce12 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon saltHot cooked rice, flour tortillas, chopped tomatoes and shredded lettuce, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches. Transfer meat to a 3-qt....

Ingredients 2 garlic cloves, peeled3/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon lime juice1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce2 teaspoons adobo sauce1 teaspoon chili powder4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds) Preparation Place garlic on a cutting board; sprinkle with salt. Using the flat side of a knife, mash garlic. Continue to mash until it reaches a paste consistency; transfer to a small bowl. Stir in the lime juice, pepper, adobo sauce and chili powder....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed1/3 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons minced chives1 garlic clove, minced3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 12-in. square. In a small bowl, combine butter, chives and garlic; spread over dough. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Fold dough in half; seal edges. Cut into sixteen 3/4-in....

Ingredients 3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons canola oil2 medium onions, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon caraway seeds1 teaspoon paprika1/2 cup water1 cup sour cream2 cans (14 ounces each) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drainedAdditional paprika Preparation In a bowl or dish, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add beef and toss to coat. In a Dutch oven, brown the beef in oil in batches; drain....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 3/4 cup butter, divided3 cups sugar1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons brandy1 cup white baking chips2 tablespoons creme de cacao or Kahlua (coffee liqueur) Preparation Line an 8-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk and remaining butter. Bring to a full boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/8 teaspoon garlic powder8 uncooked bratwurst links1 large onion, thinly sliced8 brat or hot dog buns, split Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Pour 1-3/4 cups into a container just large enough to hold brats and marinade.; add brats and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter c. sugar 1 large egg yolk 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. salt 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/4 c. water 2 c. cranberries 2 large eggs 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. half-and-half 2 tbsp. half-and-half tsp. pure almond extract confectioners’ sugar Lightly sweetened whipped cream Preparation Step 1To make tart shell: In a standing mixer fitted with the paddle, beat the butter with the sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup chopped pecans or sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Add the egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to cream mixture. Fold in pecans or coconut (dough will be sticky). Shape into 2 rolls....

Ingredients 4 clove garlic 1 whole leave(s) sage 1 leaf sage 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. walnuts 3/4 lb. butternut squash 1 medium shallot salt Freshly ground pepper 24 wonton wrappers 1 tbsp. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange the garlic cloves and the whole sage leaf on a piece of foil and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons white pepper1-1/2 teaspoons pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

Ingredients 2 cups pancake mix1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground cloves2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup whole milk1 cup finely shredded carrotsTOPPINGS:1/2 cup maple syrup1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon2/3 cup whipped cream cheese1 tablespoon whole milk1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toastedFinely shredded carrots, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the pancake mix, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk; stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 3/4 cup small cauliflowerets3/4 cup small broccoli florets1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup halved thinly sliced carrot1 to 2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/3 cup cubed Velveeta Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the cauliflower, broccoli, onion and carrot in butter until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1-1/4 cups milk, bouillon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 whole green cardamom pods 1 1/2 tbsp. loose Silk Road Chai tea (or other loose chai tea) 1 1/2 tbsp. wildflower honey 1 pinch salt Preparation Step 1Use a mortar and pestle to beak open the cardamom pods. Alternatively, you can roll over them with a rolling pin. Place the cardamom pods with 5 tablespoons of the butter in a small pot. Turn the heat onto medium-low and heat together until butter melts and starts to sizzle....

Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed golden mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1 package (20 ounces) frozen crinkle-cut french fries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in soups. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange french fries on top. Bake, uncovered, until the fries are golden brown, 50-55 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup 4% cottage cheese1 cup sour cream1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1 package (7 ounces) thin spaghetti, cooked and drained1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, salt and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)1 small onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast3/4 cup frozen corn Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add asparagus and onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in flour, salt, garlic powder and pepper until blended; gradually stir in broth and half-and-half....