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Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 links fresh chorizo or hot Italian sausage 4 whole chicken legs salt Freshly ground pepper 2 clove garlic 1 medium red onion 1 red bell pepper 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric 1/4 c. dry white wine 1 can whole tomatoes 6 c. chicken stock 1 1/2 c. long-grain rice 1 c. frozen peas 3 scallions 2 tbsp. Chopped cilantro 1 jalapeño Preparation Step 1In a large enameled cast-iron casserole, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil....

Ingredients 2/3 cup uncooked brown rice2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided1/4 teaspoon garlic-herb seasoning blend4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms6 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup balsamic vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon capers, drained3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 bay leaf1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme2 teaspoons cold water Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch and the seasoning blend; sprinkle over chicken on both sides....

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini1 cup fresh broccoli florets1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/3 cups cubed cooked chicken breastMinced fresh basil, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook tortellini according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in butter until tender....

Ingredients 4 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed1 medium onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3 tablespoons lime juice4-1/2 teaspoons chili powder4 garlic cloves, minced10 tostada shells1 can (16 ounces) fat-free refried beansOptional ingredients: Shredded cabbage, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, sour cream, sliced ripe olives and guacamole Preparation In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine chicken and onion. In a small bowl, combine the green chiles, lime juice, chili powder and garlic; pour over chicken....

Ingredients 3 cups 2% milk3/4 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup baking cocoa1/3 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1-1/2 cups hot brewed espresso or strong brewed dark roast coffee1/2 cup bourbon or whiskeyWhipped cream, optional Preparation Place the first 5 ingredients in a large saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in hot espresso and bourbon. Pour into warm mugs. If desired, top with whipped cream and additional pie spice....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup cold butter, cubed1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup heavy whipping creamFILLING:3 large eggs1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup bourbon2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground clovesTOPPING:3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup cold butter, cubed3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted1/4 cup chopped crystallized ginger...

Ingredients 3/4 pound pork chop suey meat1 teaspoon canola oil1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin2/3 cup water1 tablespoon tomato paste1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large skillet, brown pork in oil. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute the onion, garlic, chili powder, oregano and cumin for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 3/4 cup All-Bran1/2 cup boiling water2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 egg, beaten3-1/2 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, combine bran and boiling water; set aside. In another bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and salt. Add egg and yeast mixture; mix well....

Ingredients 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped3/4 cup butter, cut up2 tablespoons instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water4 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped walnutsTOPPING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened6 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extractGLAZE:4 teaspoons instant coffee granules1 tablespoon hot water5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups frozen pitted dark sweet cherries, thawed3/4 cup sugar, divided2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed2 tablespoons minced fresh basilTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup reduced-fat margarine Preparation Drain cherries, reserving juice. Add enough water to measure 1/2 cup. Set cherries aside. In a microwave-safe 8-in. square baking dish, combine 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch and reserved juice until smooth....

Ingredients 2 can cherries in juice 3 tbsp. corn starch 1 1/4 c. sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract pinch salt 1/4 c. butter c. flour c. sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Put the cherries, cornstarch, 1 1⁄4 cup sugar, vanilla, and salt in the mixing bowl. Stir with the wooden spoon to combine, and then dump the mixture into the greased baking dish. (You’ll use the rest of the sugar in the crumble....

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced6 cups chicken broth2 cups cubed cooked chicken2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, sliced1/4 teaspoon dried sage leavesDUMPLINGS:1-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix1 cup cold mashed potatoes (with added milk)1/4 cup milk1 tablespoon chopped green onion1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, chicken, celery, carrots and sage....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustardDash cayenne pepper Preparation In a small bowl, beat the butter, chili powder, mustard and cayenne until smooth. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with steak.

Ingredients 1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup maple syrup1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh chives2 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices Preparation In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, maple syrup, chipotle pepper and, if desired, cayenne until blended. In another bowl, combine avocados, cucumber and chives. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat. Serve over tomatoes....

Ingredients 24 maraschino cherries1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup milk chocolate chips, divided1/2 teaspoon shortening Preparation Pat cherries with paper towels to remove excess moisture; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in cherry juice and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup whole milk1 large egg, lightly beatenWhipped cream or whipped topping Preparation In a saucepan, combine the berries, lemon juice and 1/2 cup sugar. Bring to a boil; remove from the heat. Set aside. Place butter in an 11x7-in. baking dish; melt butter in a 350° oven....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups coarsely crushed cornflakes1/2 cup butter, melted4-1/2 cups shredded cabbage1/3 cup chopped onion1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 cup whole milk1/2 cup mayonnaise2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, toss cornflakes with butter; sprinkle half into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with cabbage, onion, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk and mayonnaise until smooth....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 onions 1 medium carrot Coarse salt Freshly ground pepper 4 clove garlic 2 clove garlic 1 tbsp. chopped fresh thyme 1/4 tsp. crushed red-pepper flakes 12 oz. cannellini beans 6 c. water 1 dried bay leaf 8 oz. Tuscan kale (lacinato kale) Preparation Step 1Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium Dutch oven or a large pot over medium heat. Cook onions and carrot until just softened, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 cup cold butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup chopped unsalted cashews, toasted2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon saltFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract5 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 tablespoons heavy whipping creamTOPPING:1 cup sugar3 tablespoons water3/4 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup unsalted cashews, toasted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped pecans1-1/2 teaspoons butter1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces), cut into 12 slices6 cups vanilla ice cream3 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) pear halves, drained Preparation In a small skillet, saute pecans in butter until toasted; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 3 minutes....