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Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 medium onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds Velveeta, cubedOptional: Sour cream, sliced jalapeno pepper, chopped tomato and minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onions and garlic until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; crumble meat; drain....

Ingredients 2-1/2 ounces semisweet chocolate2 teaspoons shortening, divided2-1/2 ounces white baking chocolate1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped1/2 cup boiling water1/4 teaspoon almond extract1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 drop red food coloring1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest Preparation In a microwave, melt semisweet chocolate and 1 teaspoon shortening; stir until smooth. Brush evenly on the inside of 12 paper or foil miniature muffin cup liners. Repeat with white baking chocolate and remaining shortening....

Ingredients 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes4 tablespoons butter, divided3 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper6 cups cubed French bread2 large eggs3/4 cup 2% milk2/3 cup condensed cream of onion soup, undiluted1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, saute chicken in 2 tablespoons butter until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped onion1-3/4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast (1/2-inch cubes)2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls2 plum tomatoes2 cups shredded lettuce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, parsley, mustard and onion. Stir in the chicken, bacon and 3/4 cup cheese. Unroll crescent dough; separate into 16 triangles....

Ingredients 1 pound chicken livers1 small onion, chopped1/3 cup rendered chicken fat or canola oil1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered2 hard-boiled large eggs, quartered1 to 2 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperMelba rounds or assorted crackers Preparation In a large skillet, saute chicken livers and onion in chicken fat for 10 minutes or until livers are no longer pink. Transfer to a food processor; cover and process until chicken livers are coarsely chopped....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped3 cups diced peeled potatoes1/2 cup waterSalt and pepper to taste1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten4 ounces Velveeta, sliced Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, crumbling beef; drain. Add the potatoes, water, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 clove garlic salt 3/4 c. buttermilk 3/4 c. plain, low-fat Greek yogurt 1 tbsp. cider vinegar 1/4 c. canola oil Freshly ground pepper 3 head broccoli 1/2 lb. sliced bacon 1/2 c. Roquefort cheese Snipped chives or chive blossoms Preparation Step 1On a work surface, mash the garlic with a generous pinch of salt until pasty. Scrape the garlic into a bowl and whisk in the buttermilk, yogurt, and cider vinegar....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese24 slices French bread (1/4 inch thick)2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseAdditional minced fresh basil Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, whisk the first five ingredients until blended; stir in tomatoes, onion and 2 tablespoons basil....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced1/2 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (16 ounces) pork and beans1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained1/2 to 3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup ketchup2 teaspoons vinegar1 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation In a medium skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towel to drain. Discard drippings. In the same skillet, cook beef and onion until beef is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 c. raw, shelled peanuts 1 c. shredded, unsweetened coconut 1 c. shelled pistachios 2 c. light brown sugar 1 c. light corn syrup 4 tbsp. butter 1 tbsp. distilled white vinegar 2 tsp. kosher salt 10 c. popcorn Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On a large baking sheet, toss together peanuts, coconut, and pistachios. Bake, stirring once or twice, until toasted and fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, cubed2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder2 cups chopped pecansConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine butter and brown sugar over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. In a small bowl, beat eggs and vanilla. Gradually add hot sugar mixture, stirring constantly. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to the butter mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3 cups chicken broth1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower, broccoli and carrot blend1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion2 cups Cheddar Cheese sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth, frozen vegetables, celery and onion to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in cheese sauce, salt and Italian seasoning. Cook on low heat until heated through....

Ingredients 18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, dividedOptional toppings: Shredded lettuce, and chopped pickles and tomatoes Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water; drain again. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 large egg1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound ground beef2 cups water1 cup diced celery1 cup whole kernel corn, drained1 cup cubed peeled potatoes1/2 cup sliced carrot1/2 cup chopped onion2 beef bouillon cubes1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 jar (16 ounces) cheese dip Preparation In a large bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a large saucepan, brown meatballs; drain....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 package (16 ounces) frozen bread dough dinner rolls, thawed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided 1 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 cup pizza sauce1/4 cup (3/4 ounce) sliced pepperoni2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh basil Preparation Microwave butter, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and red pepper flakes, covered, until butter is melted....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup finely chopped walnuts1 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 large egg, lightly beaten1 tablespoon ketchup2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning2 tablespoons vegetable oil6 hamburger buns, splitKetchup or plain yogurt, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients; shape into six 3/4-in. thick patties. In a large skillet, cook patties in oil over medium heat until golden brown on both sides....

Ingredients 2 medium lemons2 medium limes8 cups chopped peeled ripe pears2 cans (16 ounces each) pitted tart cherries, drained2 cans (20 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained2 cups raisins10 cups sugar1-1/3 cups coarsely chopped walnuts Preparation Grate peel from lemons and limes; set peel aside. Remove pith from lemons and limes; section the fruit and place in a large bowl. Add lemon and lime peel, pears, cherries, pineapple, raisins and sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 4 boneless Salt and fresh-ground black pepper 1 1/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 tsp. dried dill 1 1/2 c. orzo 4 carrots 2 eggs 2 tbsp. lemon juice Preparation Step 1In a large stainless-steel frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over moderate heat. Season the chicken breasts with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper and add to the pan....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1 small onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast1/2 pound smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded1/3 cup chopped fresh basil1/3 cup golden raisins1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed1 egg1 tablespoon water Preparation Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain. Sprinkle with sage; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 10 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2-1/2 pounds)1 cup sliced peeled fresh or frozen peaches1 cup golden raisins1 cup peach preserves1/3 cup chili sauce2 tablespoons minced crystallized ginger1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon minced garlicHot cooked rice, optional Preparation Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Top with peaches and raisins. In a small bowl, combine the preserves, chili sauce, ginger, soy sauce and garlic. Spoon over top....