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Ingredients 4 pounds uncooked long grain rice1 quart mayonnaise2 cups finely chopped onion2 cups French salad dressing1/2 cup prepared mustard4 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper6 pounds cubed fully cooked ham36 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped8 cups (2 pounds) shredded cheddar cheese6 cups thinly sliced celery4 cups sweet pickle relish2 cups diced pimientos, drained Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Combine the mayonnaise, onion, dressing, mustard, salt and pepper; add to hot rice and mix well....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 jar (17 ounces) butterscotch ice cream topping1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed3 Butterfinger candy bars (2.1 ounces each), coarsely crushed Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, poke 12 holes in warm cake. Pour butterscotch topping over cake; cool completely....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, melted1 envelope onion soup mix4 medium ears sweet corn, husked Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, combine butter and soup mix; brush over corn. Place each ear of corn on a 12x10-in. piece of heavy-duty foil. Fold foil over corn and seal tightly. Bake until corn is tender, 15-20 minutes, turning packet once.

Ingredients 1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes, undrained1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)1 large onion, chopped1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper1 small head cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips4 cups hot cooked brown rice Preparation Drain tomatoes, reserving liquid; coarsely chop tomatoes. In a large nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped2 green onions, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced4 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) cream-style corn1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 bay leaf1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperDash hot pepper sauce3 cups cooked small shrimp1/3 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Heat oil in a heavy saucepan over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped1/3 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup finely chopped carrot2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 pound ground beef3/4 pound ground pork1/3 cup white wine or beef stock2/3 cup beef stock1 bay leaf3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 jars (15 ounces each) Alfredo sauce, divided 2 large egg yolks1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce1 package (9 ounces) no-cook lasagna noodles Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved6 teaspoons olive oil or bacon drippings1 large sweet onion or large red onion, sliced6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced2 teaspoons caraway seeds1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup maple syrup3 tablespoons sherry vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Preparation In a large skillet, place steamer basket over 1 in. water. Place Brussels sprouts in basket....

Ingredients 1 cup packed light brown sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt3 medium green tomatoes (about 1-3/4 pounds), cored and cut into thin wedgesDough for double-crust pie Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients until blended. Add tomatoes; toss gently to combine. On a lightly floured surface, roll 1 half of pastry dough to a 1/8-in....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti, broken2 medium onions, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup butter, cubed6 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk4 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken and mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 red bell pepper 2 scallions including green tops 1 carrot 8 oz. cream cheese 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 4 bone-in chicken breasts (about 2 1/4 pounds in all) Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 425°F. In a medium frying pan, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded cooked chicken1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)1/3 cup mayonnaise4 green onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons vegetable oil Preparation In a bowl, combine the chicken, cracker crumbs, mayonnaise, onions, lemon juice and pepper. Shape into six patties. Heat oil in a large skillet; fry patties over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through.

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 sheets refrigerated pie crust1 egg, lightly beatenSAUCE:1-1/4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1-1/4 cups hot water2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Flatten chicken to an even thickness. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and 1 tablespoon butter for 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned....

Ingredients 1 cup finely crushed gingersnaps (about 24)3 tablespoons butter, melted2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1/2 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup sugar1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 carton (8 ounces) frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawedAdditional whipped topping, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine gelatin and milk; let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flourAdditional sugarPEANUT BUTTER TOPPING:1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup butter, softenedCHOCOLATE GLAZE:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 5 whole crackers)1 tablespoon sugar3 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese2/3 cup sugar1 egg, lightly beaten3 egg whites, lightly beaten1/2 cup mashed ripe banana1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 tablespoon canola oil Preparation In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Set aside 1/4 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom of a 9-in....

Ingredients 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup water1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons chai tea latte mix1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour creamFROSTING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon chai tea latte mix1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 5 teaspoons 2% milk Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate with the water; stir until smooth. Cool slightly....

Ingredients 8-1/2 cups all-purpose flour6 cups sugar2 cups nonfat dry milk powder1/4 cup baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt2-1/2 cups shorteningTOPPING:3 cups raisins3 cups packed brown sugar2 cups chopped pecans2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons ground cinnamonADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each cake):1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup water Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, milk powder, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months....

Ingredients 3 qt. tepid water 3 c. tepid water 2 c. dry white wine 3 head garlic 1/2 c. kosher salt 2 tbsp. coarsely ground black pepper 2 lemons 1 orange 9 sprig rosemary 2 tsp. chopped rosemary 2 chickens 1 lb. olive bread 2 tbsp. bacon fat or melted butter Preparation Step 1In a very large pot, combine the water, wine, garlic, salt, 2 tablespoons of pepper, lemons, orange, and rosemary sprigs....

Ingredients 8 cups water1-1/2 cups uncooked brown rice1 cup dry split peas1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, grated1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water, rice and peas to a boil....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix, divided1 cup mayonnaise1 cup 2% milk1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, optional1-1/4 cups finely chopped cooked chicken breast1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese1/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon dressing mix. In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, milk and remaining dressing mix....