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Ingredients 2 cans (16 ounces each) pitted tart cherries1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup sugar1/3 cup quick-cooking tapioca2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 cup cold butter, cubedIce cream, optional Preparation Drain cherries, reserving 1/3 cup juice. Place cherries and juice in a saucepan; add pineapple, sugar and tapioca. Let stand for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup uncooked long grain rice2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained3 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 cup frozen peas Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green onions1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1/4 cup water2 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken broth1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1/8 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each) Preparation In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the mushrooms and onions. Cover and microwave on high for 2-4 minutes or until mushrooms are tender; drain and set aside. In the same dish, melt the butter....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or .4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds)2 tablespoons olive oil, divided20 garlic cloves, halved lengthwise1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon butter, melted3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 2 tablespoons flour, rosemary, sage, salt and pepper; add chicken....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons orange juice3 tablespoons olive oil4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice1 small garlic clove, minced1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 cup canned garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 radishes, thinly sliced2 green onions, thinly sliced1/3 cup shredded carrot1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained3 cups spring mix salad greens Preparation In a bowl, whisk together first seven ingredients....

Ingredients 6 large ears sweet corn in husks1/2 cup mayonnaise1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese Preparation Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup chopped pecans4 scoops vanilla ice cream1/4 cup chopped pecans, toastedHot caramel and/or fudge ice cream toppings Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, salt, baking soda and cinnamon....

Ingredients 1 package (15-1/2 ounces) Oreo cookies, divided2 tablespoons milk2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Crush 16 cookies; sprinkle into an 8-in. square dish. Drizzle with milk. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 2/3 cup cream and chocolate chips. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds. Stir; microwave 20-40 seconds longer or until chips are melted. Stir until smooth; cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat remaining cream until soft peak form....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1/2 cup water2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon salt1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup golden raisins1 small tart apple, such as Pink Lady, Braeburn or Granny Smith, choppedOptional: Minced fresh cilantro and lime wedges Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook rice according to package directions....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 small green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 medium tomato, chopped12 flour tortillas (6 inches)10 large eggs2 cups half-and-half cream2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepperTOPPINGS:4 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedReduced-fat sour cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place 2 cups cheese and the ham, green pepper, onion and tomato in a large bowl; toss to combine....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 celery ribs, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 medium carrot, finely chopped1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup uncooked long grain brown rice2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast2 cups chopped fresh spinach1/2 cup chopped peeled sweet apple1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon dried thyme5 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream Preparation In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 lb. pizza dough, divided in half cornmeal, for pan 4 tbsp. butter 1/4 c. hot sauce (such as Frank’s), plus more for drizzling (optional) 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 2 c. shredded cooked chicken 8 oz. ball mozzarella, torn 1/3 c. blue cheese, crumbled 1/4 Red onion, thinly sliced 2 Green onions, thinly sliced Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 500°. Brush two large baking sheets with vegetable oil and sprinkle each with a layer of cornmeal....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/3 cup finely chopped pecans2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes4 catfish fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning and thyme. In another bowl, combine pecans, cheese, bread crumbs, parsley and 1 tablespoon of the oil mixture. Place catfish in a greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 to 3 pounds)2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning1 tablespoon olive oil2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1-1/2 cups chopped celery3/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup quick-cooking tapioca1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic1 teaspoon saltHot cooked rice Preparation Cut roast in half; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, brown roast in oil on all sides. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 package reduced-fat brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch size)1/2 cup fat-free caramel apple dip1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Coat a 12-in. pizza pan with cooking spray. Spread batter over pan to within 1 in. of the edge. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 2 in. from edge comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup butter, melted20 caramels1 tablespoon milk3 medium pears, peeled and slicedWhipped topping and additional cinnamon, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir in butter (mixture will be crumbly); set aside 1 cup. Press the remaining mixture into an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small saucepan over low heat, cook and stir caramels and milk until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar4 large eggs1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1/4 cup sour cream1 tablespoon grated orange zest2-1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom2 teaspoons salt7 to 7-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon 2% milkToasted sliced almondsSugar or coarse sugarCARDAMOM BUTTER:2 cups butter, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg...

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion 1 lb. carrots 1 3/4 tsp. salt 2 cloves garlic 1 zucchini 1 yellow squash 1 1/2 qt. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 c. canned diced tomatoes with their juice (one 15-ounce can) 1 lb. Jerusalem artichokes 3 c. drained and rinsed canned cannellini beans (two 15-ounce cans) 1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Grated zest of 1/2 orange...

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup evaporated milk2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, halvedBUTTER CREAM SAUCE:1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; beat in milk. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in cranberries. Pour into a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 4 cups water1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, melted2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits and salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Cool slightly. Gradually whisk in milk, butter and eggs. Stir in cheese, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne....