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Ingredients 1/3 cup milk1 egg, beaten1 tablespoon ketchup1 medium onion, chopped3 tablespoons old-fashioned oats1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon each salt, dried marjoram and dried thymeDash pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon honey Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add seasonings; mix well. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into a 9x5-in. microwave-safe dish. Combine the soy sauce and honey; spread over loaf....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 large onion, chopped2 large carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces3 garlic cloves, minced6 cups beef broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic3 cups shredded cabbage1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup uncooked small pasta shells1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 2 large egg whites1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 tablespoon instant coffee granulesDash salt1/3 cup superfine sugar Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 275°. Place confectioners’ sugar, walnuts, cocoa and coffee in a food processor; process until finely ground. Add salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add superfine sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups cornmeal1 cup sugar4 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 cup shortening2 large eggs, room temperature2-1/2 cups whole milk Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, whisk eggs and milk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes2 medium red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1 large onion, halved and sliced2 garlic cloves, minced6 chicken leg quarters, skin removed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-3/4 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup chili sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drainedHot cooked couscous, optional...

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)3/4 pound ground turkeyTOPPING:1/2 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon prepared mustard Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Add beef and turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 4 plum tomatoes 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. sherry vinegar 1 thyme sprig 1 tsp. thyme leaves Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 small clove garlic 8 slice multigrain bread 3/4 c. shredded Manchego cheese 3/4 c. shredded smoked cheddar cheese 3/4 c. shredded Gouda cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 450°F. In a bowl, toss the tomatoes with the 2 tablespoons of oil, the vinegar, and thyme sprig and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 8 to 10 large oranges, any variety1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate or Triple Sec1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation Peel oranges, removing as much white membrane as possible. Cut into sections or 1/4-in. slices. Overlap half of the sections or slices on a large platter or in a glass bowl. Sprinkle with orange juice concentrate, coconut, almonds and half of confectioners’ sugar. Top with remaining oranges; sprinkle with remaining sugar....

Ingredients 5 medium oranges or 10 clementines1/2 cup pomegranate seeds2 tablespoons honey1 to 2 teaspoons orange flower water or orange juice Preparation Cut a thin slice from the top and bottom of each orange; stand orange upright on a cutting board. With a knife, remove peel and outer membrane from oranges. Cut crosswise into 1/2-in. slices. Arrange orange slices on a serving platter; sprinkle with pomegranate seeds. In a small bowl, mix honey and orange flower water; drizzle over fruit....

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs1/2 cup plain yogurt1/2 cup orange juice1 tablespoon grated orange zest2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 teaspoons orange juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add yogurt, orange juice and zest. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bacon strips, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup olive oil3 cans (15 ounces each) tomato puree6 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 cups uncooked penne pastaGrated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; discard drippings. In the same skillet, saute garlic in olive oil for 1 minute. Add the tomato puree, basil, pepper flakes and bacon....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup whole milk3/4 cup chopped unsalted dry roasted peanuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine eggs, butter and milk; add to the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened. Fold in peanuts. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until muffins test done....

Ingredients 1 package brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)1/2 cup chopped walnuts2 cups heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/2 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons maple flavoring1 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate curls or additional walnuts, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare batter for brownie mix according to package directions for cake-like brownies. Stir in walnuts. Pour into two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Bake 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 2 in....

Ingredients 3 large all-purpose potatoes 1/2 tsp. salt 2 c. sugar-snap peas (6 ounces) 1/4 lb. elbow macaroni 1 lb. sliced bacon 10 tbsp. homemade or prepared mayonnaise 3 tbsp. sour cream 1 1/2 tbsp. cider vinegar 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. loosely packed fresh mint leaves Preparation Step 1Place potatoes in a small stockpot, and cover with cold salted water. Place over high heat, and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3 cups sugar2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons baking powderADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each cake):2 large eggs1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup whole milkFrosting of your choice Preparation In a bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa and baking powder. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 3 batches (6 cups total). To prepare cake: In a bowl, combine 2 cups mix, eggs, mayonnaise and milk; mix until combined....

Ingredients 2 jars (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained4 celery ribs, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley3/4 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 pounds day-old bread, crusts removed and cubed (about 13 cups)1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon pepper2 large eggs1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth or 14-1/2 ounces vegetable broth Preparation In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, celery, onions and parsley in butter until the vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 3 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped6 each dried ancho, mulato and pasilla chiles, stems and seeds removed10 tablespoons shortening, divided1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted1/4 teaspoon each coriander seeds and aniseed, toasted10 whole peppercorns4 whole cloves1 cinnamon stick (1/2 inch)1/4 cup chopped almonds1/4 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas3 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 cup raisins2 slices French bread (1 inch thick), cubed8 cups chicken broth, divided2 ounces Mexican chocolate, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt...

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 white onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes kosher salt Black pepper 1/4 c. (plus 1 1/2 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened kosher salt Black pepper 1/4 c. shredded mozzarella 1 lb. ground chuck Preparation Step 1For the sauce: in a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and half the minced garlic and sauté until onions become translucent, 3 minutes....

Ingredients 3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces3 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large onion, cut into wedges1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3-1/2 pounds beef stew meat1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1/2 cup dry red wine or beef broth2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushroomsHot cooked egg noodles...

Ingredients CRUST:1-1/2 cups reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs (about 10 whole crackers)1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons butter, meltedNUT TOPPING:1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons honey1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamonFILLING:12 ounces fat-free cream cheese2/3 cup peanut butter3 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup honey1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powderDRIZZLE:1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted Preparation In a small bowl, combine crust ingredients. Press onto the bottom of a 13x9-in....