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Ingredients 4 oz. thin-sliced pepperoni 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 large onion 1 red or green bell pepper 2 cloves garlic 1 1/2 c. canned tomatoes with their juice (one 16-ounce can) 3/4 tsp. salt 3/4 lb. cavatappi 3 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, sauté the pepperoni over moderate heat until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Pour off the fat from the pan and wipe the pan clean....

Ingredients 7 cups day-old French bread cut into 1-inch cubes2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry6 ounces fresh chorizo, crumbled1/3 cup chopped onion6 large eggs2-1/4 cups 2% milk1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon prepared mustard Preparation Place 4 cups bread cubes in a single layer in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese and the spinach. Layer with chorizo and onion; top with remaining bread and cheese....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed cooked chicken3 cups frozen broccoli cuts, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer chicken and broccoli. Combine the soup, sour cream and lemon juice; spread over broccoli. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Ingredients 1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots, thawed8 ounces Canadian bacon, chopped1 cup frozen pepper strips, thawed and chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained2 large eggs3 cans (5 ounces each) evaporated milk1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce1 cup shredded provolone cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place half of the Tater Tots in a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Layer with Canadian bacon, peppers, onion and pineapple....

Ingredients 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup ground fully cooked ham25 to 30 cubed cheddar cheese (1/2-inch cubes)1 pound sliced bacon2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chicken broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; cut into 1-1/2-in. strips. Spread each with 1 teaspoon ham. Place a cheese cube on the end of each strip; roll up. Cut each slice of bacon in half widthwise. Wrap each around chicken roll-up; secure each with a toothpick....

Ingredients 1/2 cup dry sherry2 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubedSAUCE:2 tablespoons butter1 each medium sweet red and green pepper, chopped4 pickled hot cherry peppers, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dry sherry2 cans (one 29 ounces, one 15 ounces) tomato puree1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 packages (16 ounces each) uncooked rigatoni1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream6 ounces cream cheese, cut up1-1/2 cups grated Romano cheese...

Ingredients 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup chicken broth3-1/2 cups torn mixed salad greens1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped red onion1 small carrot, juliennedDRESSING:2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a small skillet, cook and stir chicken in broth for 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt4-1/2 to 4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoaFILLING:2 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips2/3 cup finely chopped nuts, optionalICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milkAdditional miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optional Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water....

Ingredients 3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup water3 tablespoons canola oil2 large eggs, room temperatureTOPPING:1 large egg1 teaspoon water1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat water and oil to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients along with eggs. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti8 cups chopped fresh broccoli2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup fat-free milk2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, finely chopped1 can (8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained, halved and thinly sliced1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided1/4 cup sunflower kernels Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions for 7 minutes....

Ingredients 8 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped12 candy canes (6 inches)12 miniature pretzels12 Red Hots or milk chocolate M&M’s12 double candy eyes or 24 single candy eyes, black sugar pearls or miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Keep warm. Holding the curved end of a candy cane, use a spoon to drizzle coating over the straight part of candy; allow excess to drip off....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons baking powder2 teaspoons dill weed1 teaspoon salt1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1-3/4 cups whole milk2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine milk, eggs and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups almost full. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack....

Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken breast halves (2 pounds)2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon grated onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Arrange chicken in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Whisk together the oil, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, rosemary, pepper, sage, marjoram and hot pepper sauce....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) chicken ramen noodles1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup fresh broccoli florets1 cup fresh cauliflowerets1 cup sliced celery1 cup coarsely chopped cabbage2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 medium onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup canned bean sprouts1/2 cup teriyaki or soy sauce Preparation Set aside seasoning packet from noodles. Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil for 5-6 minutes or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 cups sliced fresh carrots1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2-2/3 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice1/4 cup half-and-half cream1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the carrots, onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs (about 20 wafers)1/4 cup butter, melted2 medium firm bananas3/4 cup creamy peanut butter2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped2 cups cold 2% milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix2 cups whipped topping, divided2 tablespoons chopped salted peanutsPeanut butter cups, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix wafer crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until set....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup sugar1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries1/2 cup water1/2 cup blueberry preserves1 teaspoon maple flavoring Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugars, blueberries and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the preserves and maple flavoring. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons soy sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground porkOil for deep-fat frying Banana ketchup, optionalChopped green onions, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls. In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry meatballs, a few at a time, until golden brown on all sides, 2-4 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 pork chops (3/4 inch thick)2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 medium onion, sliced3/4 cup sliced celery1 garlic clove, minced1 can (13-3/4 ounces) beef broth1 teaspoon dried thyme1 bay leaf Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add chops; seal bag and shake to coat. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook chops in oil for about 3 minutes per side or until well browned....

Ingredients 1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 4 ounces each)1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 cup dry white wine or apple juice1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Mix first 5 ingredients; rub over both sides of pork chops. In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat; brown chops on both sides....