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Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 medium onion, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped1/2 cup sliced ripe olives1/3 cup zesty Italian salad dressing1/3 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons spicy brown or horseradish mustard1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 plum tomatoes, chopped Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, onion, celery, cucumber and olives....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder, optional1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powderTortilla or corn chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the cheese, tomato sauce, green chilies, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder if desired and garlic powder; cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted....

Ingredients Cooking spray, for pan All-purpose flour, for surface 1 (8-oz.) tube crescent dough 3 1/2 oz. Supreme Brie (from one 7-oz. piece) 1/4 c. apple butter 1/4 c. chopped walnuts 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves, plus more leaves for sprinkling 1/4 red apple, thinly sliced, and finely chopped Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375°. Grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.Step 2On a lightly floured surface, unroll crescent dough....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups water2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules3 cups frozen chopped broccoli1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups milk1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil; add bouillon and stir until dissolved. Add broccoli; cook according to package directions. Do not drain. Remove from the heat; set aside....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) egg noodles1 medium onion, chopped3 tablespoons butter2 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons poppy seedsSalt and pepper to taste1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large heavy skillet, saute onion in butter until onion begins to brown. Drain noodles; add to skillet. Cook and stir until noodles begin to brown. Add the green onions, poppy seeds, salt and pepper; cook and stir 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) petite diced tomatoes, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 medium head cabbage (about 2 pounds), cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, mincedOptional: Hot cooked rice and chopped fresh parsley Preparation Mix first 9 ingredients; set aside....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream15 large egg yolks, room temperature1-1/3 cups sugar, divided3 teaspoons caramel extract1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup packed brown sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, heat whipping cream and cream until bubbles form around side of pan; remove from heat. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, extract and salt until blended but not foamy. Slowly stir in hot cream mixture....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1-1/2 cups waterDUMPLINGS:1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup whole milk2 tablespoons butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup coarsely chopped peeled apple, optionalVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat the butter, brown sugar and water to boiling. Reduce heat to simmer. Meanwhile, combine the dumpling ingredients; add apple if desired. Drop by tablespoonfuls into the simmering sauce....

Ingredients 3 eggs2 cups sugar1 cup vegetable oil1 cup finely shredded carrots1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a bowl, beat eggs, sugar and oil; add carrots, pineapple and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; beat into carrot mixture. Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 3 lb. ground beef chuck 2 tbsp. plus 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Coarse salt ground pepper 4 oz. blue cheese (or other soft cheese, such as Brie) oil 8 rolls or buns 2 c. packed baby spinach 2 beefsteak tomatoes Sautéed mushrooms (optional) grainy mustard (optional) Roasted Red-Pepper Sauce 1 c. light mayonnaise 1/4 c. drained (jarred) roasted red peppers 1/2 tsp. white wine vinegar tsp. ground pepper Preparation Step 1Heat grill to medium-high....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar3 eggs1/4 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pumpkin pie or apple pie spice2 cups quick-cooking oats2 cups raisins1-1/2 cups chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars. Beat in the eggs, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and pie spice; add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups chicken broth1 teaspoon dried coriander1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, divided2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in coriander and half the chiles....

Ingredients 6 flour tortillas (8 inches)1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 teaspoons chili powder, divided1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided1/2 cup salsa3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 cups finely chopped tomatoes, drained1 cup chopped onion1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups torn romaineSour cream, optional Preparation Place tortillas on ungreased baking sheets; spritz both sides with cooking spray. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 7 minutes; turn and bake 3 minutes longer or until crisp....

Ingredients 3 c. orange juice 1 c. lime juice 1/2 c. sea salt or kosher salt 8 clove garlic 2 tbsp. sugar 2 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tbsp. dried oregano 1 tbsp. black peppercorns 2 lemons 1 tsp. ground cumin 5 1/2 lb. chicken wings 2 tbsp. garlic salt 1 tbsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/4 c. scallion 1/4 c. Cilantro leaves Molasses Barbecue Sauce Preparation Step 1In a large pot, combine 1 quart of water with the orange juice and lime juice, salt, smashed garlic, sugar, soy sauce, oregano, peppercorns, lemon halves, and cumin, and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 cup tomato juice1/2 cup water4 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 cup canned or frozen corn1/2 cup sliced ripe olives1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheeseThinly sliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef, onion, pepper and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter, cubed1/4 cup shortening3 to 4 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup butter, melted Preparation Combine flour and salt; cut in butter and shortening until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar, divided2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, sour cream and vanilla; mix well. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture (batter will be thick)....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups seasoned bread crumbs1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon curry powder1 teaspoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons lemon juice16 chicken drumsticks (about 4 pounds) Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs and seasonings. In a microwave, melt butter with lemon juice. Brush drumsticks with butter mixture, then coat with crumb mixture....

Ingredients 7 cups fresh cauliflowerets6 cups fresh broccoli florets3 tablespoons butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper3-3/4 cups fat-free milk1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided Preparation Place cauliflower and broccoli in a Dutch oven; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute the paprika, thyme, salt, nutmeg, garlic powder and cayenne in oil for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add shrimp; saute for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally.