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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 cups sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, pecans, sugar and butter; set aside 1/3 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and 1 in....

Ingredients 3 small butternut squash (about 1-1/2 pounds each)4 large leeks (white portion only), sliced1 teaspoon dried thyme5 tablespoons butter, cubed3 cups chicken broth1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup sour creamMinced chives or parsley Preparation Cut squash in half; remove and discard seeds. Place with cut side down in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Add 1/4 in. of water to pan. Cover and bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 small butternut squash (about 1 pound)3 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced1/4 cup corn syrup2 tablespoons lemon juice3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon saltOAT TOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup packed brown sugar6 tablespoons cold butterVanilla ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Peel and cut squash lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Cut squash into thin slices. In a large bowl, combine squash, apples, corn syrup and lemon juice; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten3/4 cup mayonnaise3 green onions, thinly sliced1-1/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1-3/4 cups dry bread crumbs, divided3 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained1/4 cup canola oil4 kaiser rolls, split4 lettuce leaves4 slices tomatoTartar sauce, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in 3/4 cup bread crumbs. Fold in crab. Shape into four 1/2-in. thick patties. Place remaining bread crumbs in a shallow bowl....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup whole milk1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained1 cup shredded process cheese (Velveeta)1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked penne pasta1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter for 1 minute. Stir in flour and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 2 cups of cheese until melted....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips2 teaspoons canola oil2 medium carrots, julienned2 cups broccoli florets3-1/4 cups water, divided3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 cup cornstarch4 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. stir-fry the carrots and broccoli for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground chicken1 cup dry whole wheat bread crumbs1/2 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons canola oilAVOCADO MANGO SAUCE:1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted1/2 cup chopped peeled mango3 tablespoons unsweetened crushed pineapple2 tablespoons chopped red onion1 garlic clove, halved1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients, mixing lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed2 tablespoons butter2 garlic cloves, minced1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend, thawed3/4 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the vegetables and cream; cook until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients Dough for 2 single-crust pies2 cups cubed cooked chicken2 envelopes taco seasoning, divided2/3 cup salsa2 cups shredded cheddar cheese8 large eggs2 cups half-and-half cream2 tablespoons butter, melted1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/2 cup sliced ripe olives Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll half of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Repeat with remaining dough....

Ingredients 1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth1/4 cup olive oil10 to 12 garlic cloves, minced4-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds) Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients until blended. Pour 1-1/2 cups marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs (about 15 cookies)2 tablespoons butter, melted4 cups cherry ice cream, softened if necessary8 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips, divided4 cups fudge ripple ice cream, softened if necessarySweetened whipped cream, optional12 fresh sweet cherries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto bottom and 1 in. up sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan....

Ingredients 1 package (26 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1/4 cup vegetable oil1 large green pepper, chopped1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (12 ounces each) SPAM or 3 cups cubed fully cooked ham6 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, fry potatoes in oil for 10 minutes. Add green pepper, onion and garlic; continue to cook for 25 minutes or until potatoes are browned and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh broccoli florets2 cups diced peeled potatoes2 cups water1/3 cup sliced green onions1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cups whole milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-14 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and nutmeg until smooth....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground chicken or turkey1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1 teaspoon garam masala1/2 teaspoon tandoori masala seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided 1 jar (14.1 ounces) butter chicken sauce Preparation Combine the first 7 ingredients plus 2 tablespoons cilantro; mix lightly but thoroughly. With wet hands, shape into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs in a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (about 1/2-inch cubes)1 teaspoon olive oil1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 small onion, chopped2 teaspoons butter1 cup uncooked orzo pasta1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thymeShaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place squash in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon baking soda6 cups rice chex6 cups corn chex Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-1/2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and corn syrup is bubbly, stirring frequently. Stir in vanilla and baking soda; microwave 20 seconds longer or until the mixture begins to foam....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries2 small cantaloupes, halved and seeded2 cups vanilla ice creamFresh mint, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add blueberries; cook until heated through. Fill cantaloupe with ice cream; top with sauce. Garnish with mint if desired....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter, divided1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded Romano cheese8 cups sliced cooked peeled potatoes1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in the cheeses until melted....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2 cups fat-free milk1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2 cups uncooked instant rice2 cups chopped fresh broccoli1 small onion, chopped1 teaspoon paprika, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine soups, milk and sour cream. Stir in cheeses, rice, broccoli, onion, 3/4 teaspoon of paprika and pepper....