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Ingredients 4 chicken tenderloins1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1/2 cup spreadable spinach and artichoke cream cheese4 slices Muenster cheese, halved1 egg1 tablespoon water Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into a 14-in. square. Cut into four squares. Spoon 2 tablespoons cream cheese into the center of each square; top with Muenster cheese and chicken. Whisk egg and water; lightly brush over edges....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows3 tablespoons butter6 cups Cocoa Krispies12 Popsicle sticks2 cups (12 ounces each) milk chocolate chips2 teaspoons shorteningDecorations of your choice: chocolate jimmies, halved miniature pretzels, candy corn, candy coating disks, Life Savers and Reese’s pieces Preparation In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows and butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Stir in cereal. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan. Cool completely....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 teaspoon grated lemon zest3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 can (15 ounces) blueberries1 tablespoon cornstarch Preparation In a saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually add cream and lemon zest until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks....

Ingredients 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 lb. shiitake mushrooms salt Freshly ground pepper 1 whole Chicken 2 Granny Smith apples 2 large shallots 2 clove garlic 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. Calvados 2 c. chicken stock 1/2 c. apple cider 1/2 tsp. caraway seeds 1 pinch crushed red pepper 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. chives Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a large, deep ovenproof skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil....

Ingredients 4 cups fresh small broccoli florets2 medium potatoes, diced1-1/2 cups water2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 large onion, chopped1 celery rib, finely chopped4 cups fat-free milk, divided2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 cup cubed reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta) Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked sushi rice1 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon sugar2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed1 cup lump crabmeat, drained1 cup chopped cucumber2 nori sheets, thinly slicedOptional toppings: Pickled ginger slices, soy sauce and toasted sesame seeds Preparation Wash rice in a colander until water runs clear. Combine rice, 1 cup water and salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover. Simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 8 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1/2 cup marshmallow creme1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1 package (14 ounces) caramels1 tablespoon water1-1/2 cups chopped salted peanuts Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in marshmallow creme and peanut butter. Let stand 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Roll into 3/4-in. balls. In another microwave-safe bowl, melt caramels with water; stir until smooth. Dip balls in caramel; allow excess to drip off....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:28 caramels6 tablespoons evaporated milk2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup finely chopped pecansICING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons evaporated milk2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractPecan halves Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in milk and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil2 large onions, thinly sliced1 teaspoon salt, divided1-1/2 pounds medium red potatoes, quartered3 garlic cloves, peeled and halved1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream3 tablespoons fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add onions and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook and stir for 15 minutes or until moisture has evaporated and onions are completely wilted....

Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower, finely chopped1 cup ketchup1 cup orange juice3 medium tomatoes, chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubedOptional: Lemon wedges, tortilla chip scoops and hot pepper sauce Preparation In a large skillet, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Add cauliflower; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 5-8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain and pat dry....

Ingredients kosher salt 8 c. green cabbage 1 c. distilled white vinegar 1 tbsp. sugar 2 tbsp. yellow mustard seeds vegetable oil 5 large shallots 1/4 c. Wondra flour 1 1/2 lb. ground beef chuck, preferably 85 percent lean 1 tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. sweet smoked paprika 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Freshly ground pepper 6 oz. extra-sharp Cheddar 2 c. baby arugula 4 brioche buns...

Ingredients 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup butter, softened2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black or cayenne pepper8 ounces pork sausage, cooked and drained Preparation In large bowl, beat the cheese, butter, flour, salt and pepper on medium-low speed. Stir in cooked sausage. Form dough into 1-in. balls; place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until light golden brown. Serve warm or cold. Store in refrigerator or freezer....

Ingredients 1 c. walnuts c. lightly packed flat-leaf parsley with thick stems removed 2 clove garlic 3 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 c. olive oil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 lb. fresh or frozen cheese tortellini (see Tips below) 1 tbsp. butter Preparation Step 1In a food processor or blender, pulse the walnuts, parsley, garlic, Parmesan, oil, salt, and pepper to a coarse puree.Step 2In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the tortellini until just done, about 4 minutes for fresh and 12 minutes for frozen....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust deep-dish pie1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups shredded process cheese (Velveeta)1/2 cup chopped dill pickles1/3 cup dill pickle juice1/3 cup 2% milkOptional: chopped avocado, tomato, lettuce, and bacon Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup quartered maraschino cherries1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and confectioners’ sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 2-1/3 cups chocolate chips2 tablespoons shorteningDash ground ancho chile pepperDash ground cinnamon3-1/2 quarts caramel popcorn with peanuts1 cup dried cranberries, optional Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Stir in chili pepper and cinnamon. Drizzle over caramel popcorn with peanuts; toss to coat. Arrange on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until set; break into pieces. If desired, add dried cranberries. Store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 1 boneless chuck roast (2 to 2-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 medium onion, chopped1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 bay leaf1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup medium pearl barley1 cup frozen peas1/3 cup sour cream, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil on all sides over medium-high heat. Remove roast and set aside. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon of drippings. Saute the onion, mushrooms and garlic in drippings until tender....

Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 cup Buffalo wing sauce, divided1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1/2 teaspoon each garlic salt, pepper and chili powder2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoCelery sticks and blue cheese salad dressing Preparation Unroll pizza crust into a lightly greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; flatten dough and build up edges slightly. Bake at 400° for 7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. minced garlic 1 red bell pepper 1 small yellow onion 2 tbsp. chicken broth 4 c. long-grain white rice 1 c. fresh corn 1 can diced tomatoes 1 can green chilis 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. chili powder 3/4 c. Cheddar cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Pour olive oil into a 3 1/2-quart casserole dish....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted4 cups water2 cups cubed cooked chicken4 flour tortillas (6 inches), cut into 2-1/2-inch stripsMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a 3-qt. saucepan, bring the soup and water to a boil. Stir in chicken and tortilla strips; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parsley.