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Ingredients 3-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) French-style green beans, drained2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 cup plain yogurt1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 large onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped2 cups crushed reduced-fat butter-flavored crackers (about 50 crackers)1/3 cup reduced-fat butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Transfer to a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 cup old-fashioned oats1 cup boiling water1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup maple syrup2 teaspoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons salt3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flourTOPPING:1 egg white, lightly beaten2 tablespoons old-fashioned oats Preparation Place oats in a blender or food processor, cover and process oats for 6-7 seconds or until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl; add boiling water. Let stand until mixture cools to 110°-115°....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) medium pasta shells1/4 pound hard salami, cubed1/4 pound sliced pepperoni, halved1 block (4 ounces) provolone cheese, cubed4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped4 celery ribs, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives1/2 cup sliced ripe olives1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing2 teaspoons dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Place in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag; add the salami, pepperoni, cheese, vegetables and olives....

Ingredients 2 medium onions, thinly sliced2 teaspoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained2-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and sliced1/2 cup pitted ripe olives, halved1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepperCRUST:1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed1 large egg white1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano...

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup corn syrup2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls2/3 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Spread in two greased 8-in. square baking pans; set aside. Unroll each tube of crescent roll dough into a rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Combine pecans, sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over dough....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)3/4 cup chopped onion1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes1 cup frozen gold and white corn, thawed1 cup salsa1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 tablespoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked spaghetti Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon instant coffee granules2-2/3 cups milk chocolate chips2-2/3 cups red, green or white candy coating disksRed and green sprinkles, optional Preparation In a saucepan, heat cream and butter over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of saucepan (mixture should reach a temperature of 180°). Remove from the heat; whisk in coffee granules. Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt milk chocolate chips. Stir cream mixture into melted chocolate chips until blended....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup white vinegar3/4 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 to 1 teaspoon pepper1 large onion, thinly sliced2 cans (13-1/4 ounces each) sliced beets, undrainedSliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; add beets. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour. Transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 1/4 cup apricot preserves3 tablespoons hoisin sauce2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon sesame oil1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium carrot, diced1 celery rib, diced1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper12 Bibb lettuce leavesSliced green onions Preparation Mix first 5 ingredients and, if desired, pepper flakes. In a large skillet, cook beef with onion, garlic and ginger over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; crumble the meat....

Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil3 tablespoons white wine vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon each salt, onion powder and pepperSALAD:2 small red potatoes1/2 cup cut fresh green beans3-1/2 cups torn Bibb lettuce1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved10 Greek olives, pitted and halved2 hard-boiled large eggs, quartered1 can (5 ounces) albacore white tuna in water, drained and flaked Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, onion powder and pepper; set aside....

Ingredients Roasting pan with turkey drippings 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 2 1/2 c. Giblet Stock Coarse salt ground pepper Preparation Step 1While turkey rests on cutting board, place roasting pan on stove across two burners. Bring pan juices to a simmer over medium-high. Cook, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon, until liquid thickens and holds a trail, 8 to 10 minutes.Step 2Add flour and cook, stirring, until blended, about 1 minute....

Ingredients 1/2 pound pork tenderloin2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 cup sliced onion1 garlic clove, minced Preparation Cut pork into 4 slices; flatten to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large shallow dish, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, salt and pepper. Add pork, 1 slice at a time, and turn to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook pork in oil until meat is no longer pink, 2-3 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, chopped1 package (16 ounces) Nutter Butter cookies64 candy eyes32 bright white candy coating disks32 orange M&M’s minis64 orange milk chocolate M&M’s Preparation Microwave candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip 1 cookie in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. Attach 2 candy eyes and a white coating disk for the belly. Add an M&M’s mini for beak and 2 regular M&M’s for feet....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 quarts 2% milk6 eggs, lightly beaten3 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons rum extract4 cups fat-free half-and-half1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually whisk in milk and eggs until smooth. Cook and stir over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in extracts. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/2 teaspoon canola oil3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperCooking sprayMUSHROOM SAUCE:1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup finely chopped onion2-1/2 teaspoons canola oil1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup water1 envelope taco seasoning2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce2 tablespoons steak sauce2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onion, halved and sliced1 small green pepper, sliced1 medium mango, peeled and chopped1 teaspoon sugar1 jalapeno pepper, sliced1/4 teaspoon salt12 dinner or slider rolls, split1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup salsa verde1-1/2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes; crumble beef; drain....

Ingredients 8 cups water, divided12 mint sprigs4 tea bags1 cup orange juice1/4 cup lemon juice1/2 cup sugarIce cubesOrange and lemon slices, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Remove from heat; add mint and tea bags. Steep, covered, 3-5 minutes according to taste. Discard mint and tea bags. Stir in orange and lemon juices, sugar and remaining water. Transfer to a pitcher; refrigerate until chilled....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 lb. ground lamb 1/2 c. red wine 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 1/2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (one 15-ounce can) 1 bay leaf 1 cinnamon stick tsp. ground allspice 1 tsp. salt fresh-ground black pepper 1 eggplant (about 1 pound) 4 oz. cream cheese 1/4 c. milk 1/4 c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1Heat the broiler. In a large stainless-steel frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast3 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour1 cup old-fashioned oats1 egg plus 1 egg yolk1/4 cup sesame seeds1/4 cup salted sunflower kernels1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon caraway seeds1/2 teaspoon white vinegar5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons waterAdditional oats Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the whole wheat flour, oats, 1 egg, sesame and sunflower seeds, oil, butter, sugar, salt, caraway, vinegar and 2 cups all-purpose flour....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs (7 oz.) 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract pinch of fine sea salt 7 oz. white chocolate, finely chopped 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla bean paste or 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. finely grated orange zest 1/4 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1 c. heavy cream 3 tbsp. strawberry jam mixed with 1 tsp. hot water...