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Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked whole grain spaghetti1/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons prepared pesto2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon garlic powder1 pound lean ground chicken1-1/2 cups marinara sauce1/4 cup waterOptional: Torn fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, pesto, cheese and garlic powder. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs over medium heat, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1 pound dried navy beans6 cups water, divided1/4 pound diced salt pork or 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup molasses1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Sort beans and rinse in cold water. Place beans in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker; add 4 cups water. Cover and let stand overnight. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid....

Ingredients 4-2/3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch strips1/2 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup chicken broth1 cup frozen peas, thawed2/3 cup shredded carrots1/4 cup cubed reduced-fat cream cheese2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with lemon-pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry chicken and garlic in oil until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 medium leeks 1 medium baking potato 1 clove garlic 3 c. low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 3/4 tsp. salt Pinch of freshly ground pepper 1/4 c. half-and-half (optional) 1/4 c. snipped chives Preparation Step 1Separate broccoli stems from florets. Using a vegetable peeler, peel stems to remove tough outer layer, then slice into 1/4-inch-thick “coins.” Break or cut the florets into small pieces....

Ingredients 2 cups whole milk2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound), halved1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic saltOil for frying Preparation In a large bowl, combine milk and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; add chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, lemon pepper, garlic salt and remaining Cajun seasoning....

Ingredients 4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup maple syrup1/3 cup chopped crystallized ginger1/3 cup apricot preserves2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Place the sweet potatoes in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 30 minutes, stirring twice. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Pour over sweet potatoes; toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1 cup cold water12 candy canes, crushed (about 1 cup)2 teaspoons peppermint extract6 large egg whites1/2 cup sugarDash salt3 cups heavy whipping creamWhipped cream and additional crushed candy canes, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Add crushed candy canes. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in extract; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the egg whites and sugar....

Ingredients 1 rotisserie chicken, cut up1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 cup frozen corn, thawed1/4 cup barbecue sauce1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup butter, melted8 flour tortillas (10 inches)1 jar (15-1/2 ounces) salsa con queso dip, warmed4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend2-2/3 cups crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first five ingredients; heat through, stirring occasionally. Brush butter over one side of each tortilla....

Ingredients 8 cups fresh blueberries6 cups sugar3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 pouches (3 ounces each) liquid fruit pectin Preparation Place blueberries in a food processor; cover and pulse until almost fully blended. Transfer to a stockpot. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, lemon zest and nutmeg. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 cup water (70° to 80°)2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup grated carrot2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt3 tablespoons brown sugar2 cups whole wheat flour1 cup bread flour2 teaspoons active dry yeast1/3 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup raisins Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first nine ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2-1/2 cups 2% milk2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons butter1 cup shredded cheddar cheese8 thin slices onion4 medium potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a heavy saucepan, mix flour, salt and milk until smooth. Add garlic and butter; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) extra sharp cheddar cheese1/3 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional1 egg1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce, warmed Preparation Cut cheese into 1/2-in. slices; cut each slice in half diagonally. In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and red pepper flakes if desired. In another bowl, beat egg. Dip cheese triangles into egg, then in crumb mixture. Place on a greased baking sheet....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked egg noodles1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic saltDash pepper1/4 cup cream-style cottage cheese2 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion1 tablespoon chopped green pepper1 tablespoon sour cream2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate1 can (6 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained2 cups water2 liters cherry soda, chilled2 liters ginger ale, chilledOptional: Lemon slices and lime slices Preparation In a blender, combine concentrates and pineapple; cover and blend until smooth. Pour into a gallon-sized container; stir in water. Store in the refrigerator. To serve, pour the mixture into a punch bowl; add cherry soda and ginger ale....

Ingredients 12 lasagna noodles4 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided 1 teaspoon salt3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms12 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups beef broth3/4 cup Marsala wine, divided1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 2 large eggs, lightly beaten...

Ingredients 4 cups cubed cooked chicken1 package (12 ounces) frozen broccoli with cheese sauce1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken and mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2 medium potatoes, cubed3/4 cup chicken broth2/3 cup sour cream1/2 cup frozen peas1/4 teaspoon pepperTOPPING:1-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese3/4 cup 2% milk3 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 9 ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips1 medium green pepper, chopped1/3 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3 tablespoons taco seasoning2 cups instant brown rice1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drainedOptional toppings: Reduced-fat sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the chicken, pepper and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh beets1/4 small red onion3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil1 small garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-60 minutes or until tender. Remove from the water; cool. Peel beets and thinly slice. Transfer to a small bowl....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-2/3 cups sugar2 large eggs3/4 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilkFROSTING:5 tablespoons butter, softened2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract3 to 4 tablespoons whole milkSliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add sour cream and extracts; mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup cold butter, cubed1/4 teaspoon coconut extract3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milkFILLING:4 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped1/4 cup butter, melted1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup 2% milk2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped almondsWhipped cream, optional Preparation Place flour and coconut in a food processor; process until coconut is finely chopped. Add butter; pulse until butter is the size of peas....