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Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 tablespoons sugar1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup half-and-half cream5 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 tablespoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour2 cups finely shredded peeled potatoes1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water; let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. Add cream, 3 tablespoons butter, salt, cayenne pepper and 2-1/2 cups flour; beat on medium for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup sliced celery1 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter3 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups cooked rice1 cup chicken broth1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted3/4 cup mayonnaiseTOPPING:7 ounces sage and onion stuffing2/3 cup sliced almonds3/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large skillet, saute celery, green pepper and onion in butter until tender; remove from the heat....

Ingredients 4 whole wheat or white pita breads (6 inches)2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast1/4 cup reduced-fat ranch salad dressing2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place pita breads on a large baking sheet; bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a bowl, toss chicken with dressing. Top pitas with tomatoes and chicken mixture; sprinkle with cheese, bacon and oregano....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 onion 1 red bell pepper 2 clove garlic 1 tbsp. pure chile powder 1 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 c. canned tomato sauce 2 drop corn 1/2 c. water Warmed corn tortillas Preparation Step 1In a very large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add it to the skillet in a single layer....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups shortbread cookie crumbs1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract1/4 cup milk2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 eggs, lightly beaten1 egg yolk, lightly beatenTOPPING:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 teaspoons shortening1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted2 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping Preparation In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)SAUCE:1 cup chicken broth3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cider vinegar1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSTIR-FRY:1 large egg1 tablespoon soy sauce1/2 cup cornstarch1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup canola oil2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 medium onion, chopped Preparation Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a microwave-safe dish. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 12-15 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 3 quarts water8 ounces uncooked spaghetti2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup sliced ripe olives1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup grated Romano cheese3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet or Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add spaghetti; boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add broccoli; boil 3-4 minutes longer or until pasta and broccoli are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter 2 c. wheat bran (90 g.) 2 tbsp. flaxseed 1/2 c. boiling water 1 1/2 c. full-fat Greek yogurt 1/4 c. honey 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger (optional) 1 1/4 whole wheat flour (160 g.) 2/3 c. almond flour (80 g.) 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice (optional) 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)17 ice cream cake cones (about 3 inches tall)1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shorteningColored sprinkles Preparation Prepare brownie batter according to package directions, using 3 eggs. Place the ice cream cones in muffin cups; spoon about 3 tablespoons batter into each cone. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean and tops are dry (do not overbake)....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 slices red onion2 tablespoons butter, softened4 hamburger buns, split2 cups torn romaine1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing, divided Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Grill on an indoor grill coated with cooking spray until juices run clear, 4-5 minutes. Grill onion slices until tender, 4-5 minutes. Meanwhile, spread butter over cut sides of buns....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping, warmed3 eggs1 cup mashed sweet potato1 cup apple butter3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground allspiceWhipped cream and additional caramel ice cream topping Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Sprinkle with walnuts and drizzle with ice cream topping....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning1/4 teaspoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon ground allspice4 flour tortillas (8 inches)Cooking spray1/2 cup salsa1/2 cup apricot preserves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Coat both sides of each tortilla with cooking spray; sprinkle with seasoning mixture. Cut into each tortilla into eight wedges. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon each ground ginger, cinnamon, cardamom and cloves1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups cake flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup 2% milkFROSTING:6 tablespoons butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a small bowl, combine the ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and pepper. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 large egg, room temperature, separated2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and egg yolk. Separate dough into 16 triangles; place on lightly greased baking sheets. Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture near edge of short side of each triangle. Top with 1 tablespoon pie filling....

Ingredients 1/2 c. all-purpose flour kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 carrots 2 celery ribs 1 large leek 1 clove garlic 1 3/4 c. pearled barley 6 c. chicken stock 1 c. water 1/4 c. chopped dill 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/4 c. chopped tarragon 1/2 c. Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation Step 1In a shallow bowl, combine the flour with 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper....

Ingredients 15 chicken wings4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 large potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes4 celery ribs, sliced1 large tomato, seeded and diced1 large onion, diced3-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided 1 teaspoon pepper4 quarts water1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese1/2 pound ground beef1 small head (about 5 to 6 ounce) escarole, cored and separated Preparation In a stockpot, combine wings, carrots, potato, celery, tomato, onion, 1 Tbsp....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed3 tablespoons canola oil, divided1/2 teaspoon garlic salt2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium green pepper, julienned1 medium tomato, cut into wedgesHot cooked rice Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving the juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and reserved juice until smooth....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 large onion, finely chopped3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/3 cup chopped pitted green olives1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 packages (14 ounces each) frozen empanada dough discs, thawed1 large egg, beaten Salsa verde, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; do not drain....

Ingredients 2 eggs, separated2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1 teaspoon baking powder1 cup 2% milk2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand until needed. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Reserve 3/4 cup mixture for topping. Add baking powder, milk and egg yolks to remaining mixture; beat until blended....

Ingredients 6 ounces sliced pancetta, chopped2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, halved3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup chicken broth1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until slightly crisp. Add Brussels sprouts; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the broth, salt and pepper stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are tender....