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Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage (3 pounds)1/2 pound uncooked ground beef1/2 pound uncooked ground pork1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or dill weed1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 teaspoon sugar Preparation Cook cabbage in boiling water just until outer leaves pull away easily from head. Set aside 12 large leaves for rolls....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef3 garlic cloves, minced2 cartons (32 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with green pepper, celery and onion, undrained1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta4 cups fresh spinach, coarsely choppedGrated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; crumble beef; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups crushed Oreo cookies (about 20 cookies)1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1 envelope unflavored gelatin6 tablespoons orange juice8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped2-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup dark baking cocoa1 tablespoon grated orange zestGLAZE:1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon water, divided 3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk1 cup white baking chipsOrange paste food coloring...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1 cup butter, melted2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup white baking chips1 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped1 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/4 cup grated orange zestFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons grated orange zest, divided 2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/3 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 6 cups all-purpose flour6 cups biscuit/baking mix2 cups sugar2 tablespoons baking powder6 large eggs, room temperature2 to 3 tablespoons grated orange zest4 cups orange juiceOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flour, biscuit mix, sugar and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk eggs, orange zest and orange juice until blended. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened. In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°....

Ingredients 1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)2 medium apples1 medium orange1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup orange juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger2 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Peel sweet potatoes; core apples. Cut potatoes, apples and orange crosswise into 1/4-in.-thick slices. Arrange in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 1/4 c. powdered sugar 1 1/2 c. whole almonds 4 egg whites 1 3/4 tsp. cream of tartar 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 1/2 tbsp. water 12 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 tbsp. lemon curd 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract Preparation Step 1To make cookies: Pulse powdered sugar and almonds in a food processor until finely ground. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk 3 egg whites and 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar on high speed until stiff peaks form, 3 to 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. spaghettini 2 tbsp. red-wine vinegar 1/2 tsp. grated orange zest (from about 1/4 orange) 1 tbsp. fresh orange juice 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. Dijon mustard salt fresh-ground black pepper 6 1/2 tbsp. olive oil 2 Cucumbers 6 tbsp. Chopped fresh mint 1 lb. tuna steak Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghettini until just done, about 9 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain thoroughly....

Ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon olive oil4 hamburger buns, splitTOPPINGS:MayonnaiseThinly sliced peachesSauteed Vidalia onion Preparation In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, egg, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each with your thumb. Brush both sides of patties with oil. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup peanut butter3 tablespoons cold butter, divided2 eggs1 cup milkCinnamon-sugarJelly, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in peanut butter and 2 tablespoons butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat the eggs and milk; stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2/3 cup peanut butter1 tablespoon milk2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 graham cracker crusts (9 inches)Dry roasted peanuts Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, peanut butter and milk until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon into crusts. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Sprinkle with peanuts.

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes1/3 cup 2% milk1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar1 tablespoon reduced-fat butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegPECAN LAYER:1 large egg, room temperature1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar1/3 cup corn syrup1 tablespoon reduced-fat butter, melted1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge....

Ingredients 2 c. frozen mango cubes (about 8 oz.) 2/3 c. pineapple juice 1/2 tsp. finely grated lime zest 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice 1 tbsp. honey 2 tbsp. chamoy 1 tsp. (or more) chili lime salt (such as Tajín) 1/2 c. fresh mango cubes 1 tamarind candy straw (optional) Preparation Step 1In a blender, blend frozen mango, pineapple juice, lime zest, lime juice, and honey until smooth. Step 2Pour chamoy and chili lime salt onto separate small plates....

Ingredients 2 cups water1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup uncooked long grain brown rice1 medium ripe mango1 cup vanilla soy milk2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extractChopped peeled mango, optional Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil; stir in rice. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 35-40 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Meanwhile, peel, seed and slice mango. Mash mango with a potato masher or fork....

Ingredients 2 small eggplant, peeled1/4 cup dried bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 cup spaghetti sauce1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cut eggplant into 3/4-in. slices. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs and oregano. Brush one side of each eggplant slice with mayonnaise. Dip mayonnaise side into crumb mixture; place crumb side up in a shallow 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 2 cups boiling water5 teaspoons baking soda1 cup shortening2 cups sugar4 eggs5 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 quart buttermilk4 cups All-Bran2 cups bran flakes1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Combine water and baking soda; stir until dissolved. Cool. In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Mix well. Beat in the water mixture....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed3 teaspoons canola oil, divided2 medium carrots, chopped2 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2-3/4 cups water1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 package (8 ounces) red beans and rice mix1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken in 1 teaspoon oil; remove and set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 tablespoon ground mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 cup hot water1/4 cup vinegar2 garlic cloves, halved1/4 cup canola oilMixed salad greens and shredded red cabbage Preparation In a 1-qt. jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first five ingredients. Add the water, vinegar and garlic; shake until sugar is dissolved. Add oil; shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Just before serving, remove garlic from the dressing....

Ingredients 1 cup raisins1 cup water3/4 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2 cups quick-cooking oats1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a saucepan, cook raisins in water over medium heat until plump, about 15 minutes. Drain, reserving liquid. Add enough water to liquid to measure 1/2 cup. In a bowl, cream shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, divided 1 package uncooked bratwurst links (20 ounces) 1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon pepper5 slices thick bread Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add bratwurst and onion; cook and stir until bratwurst starts to brown and onion softens. Stir in beer. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, turning occasionally, until a thermometer inserted in bratwurst reads 165° and brats are no longer pink, 12-14 minutes....