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Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/2 pound bacon, diced1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup barbecue sauce1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon chili powder1 can (16 ounces) pork and beans, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, bacon and onion until meat is done and onion is tender....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic1 tablespoon canola oil15 pimiento-stuffed olives, sliced1 tablespoon butter Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the red pepper, mushrooms, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Drain linguine; add to the skillet. Stir in the olives and butter; heat through.

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained4 large green peppers, coarsely chopped1 large onion, chopped2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles3 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups uncooked instant riceHot pepper sauce, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; crumble beef; drain. Add tomatoes, green peppers, onion, chiles and seasonings; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick)1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup thawed orange juice concentrateHot cooked rice Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown chops in oil on both sides. Combine brown sugar and orange juice concentrate; pour over the chops. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until the meat juices run clear....

Ingredients 3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta4 large tomatoes, sliced16 small fresh basil leaves1 pouch (11 ounces) light tuna in water1 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese3 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Arrange sliced tomatoes on a serving plate; top with whole basil leaves. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water and place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 2 oz. dried porcini mushrooms 2 c. boiling water 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 large shallots 2 garlic cloves 4 scallions Salt and freshly ground pepper One 3-pound center-cut trimmed beef tenderloin in 1 piece 3 1/2 tbsp. vegetable oil 7 oz. thinly sliced pancetta Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 450°F. Soak the porcini in the boiling water for 20 minutes. Rub the porcini in the soaking liquid to remove any grit; pat dry and coarsely chop....

Ingredients 2 c. soft coconut macaroon cookie crumbs 3 tbsp. margarine 4 package Philadelphia® Cream Cheese 1 c. sugar 2 tbsp. orange zest 4 eggs 2 c. fresh strawberries 2 tsp. fresh orange juice 1 tsp. sugar Preparation Step 1Heat oven to 325 degrees F.Step 2Mix cookie crumbs and margarine; press onto bottom and 1 inch up side of springform pan sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 12 minutes.Step 3Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar with mixer until well blended....

Ingredients 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp. paprika 1 c. cottage cheese 2 c. fresh shelled peas 1/4 c. heavy cream 8 c. canola oil 2 large eggs salt Preparation Step 1Sift together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and paprika into a medium mixing bowl. Pour eggs into flour mixture, and whisk to combine thoroughly. Fold in cottage cheese and peas. In another medium mixing bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form, and fold into mixture....

Ingredients 1 box fudge brownie mix (8-inch square pan size)3 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided6 tablespoons butter, cubed1 tablespoon instant coffee granules3 tablespoons vanilla extract14 to 16 Pirouette cookies, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces Preparation Prepare brownie batter according to package directions. Spread into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 egg1-1/4 cups 2% milk, divided1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs3 teaspoons minced fresh parsley, divided1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme4 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, divided3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1/3 cup half-and-half cream1/3 cup reduced-sodium beef broth Preparation In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and 1/2 cup milk. Combine the bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon parsley and thyme in another shallow bowl....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sunflower kernels1/2 cup slivered almonds2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup vegetable oil3 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1 garlic clove, minced4 cups torn leaf lettuce1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1 to 2 green onions, chopped Preparation In a small skillet, saute sunflower kernels and almonds in butter. Cool. Meanwhile, in a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, mustard and garlic; shake well....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 medium mango, peeled and cubed1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon ground cuminBaked tortilla chip scoops Preparation In a large bowl, mix all ingredients except chips. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with chips.

Ingredients 12 medium potatoes1-1/2 cups vegetable oil1/2 cup plus 2-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar, divided4-1/4 teaspoons sugar, divided1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika8 celery ribs, chopped2 medium onions, chopped8 radishes, sliced2 medium green peppers, chopped5 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped2-1/2 cups mayonnaise1 tablespoon milk1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade. Place the tenderloins in an 11x7-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin2 cups boiling water2 cups miniature marshmallows1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup 4% cottage cheese1 cup mayonnaise Preparation In a bowl, dissolve both packages of gelatin in boiling water. Add marshmallows and stir until dissolved. Chill until partially set. Combine the pineapple, cottage cheese and mayonnaise; stir into gelatin. Pour into a 9-in. square dish. Chill until firm....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional1 large tomato, chopped1 cup chopped seeded cucumber1/2 cup chopped red onion1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 cups torn romaine8 whole wheat pita pocket halves1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended; if desired, stir in cayenne....

Ingredients 8 Italian sausage links (2 pounds)1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1/2 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 large green pepper, thinly sliced1 large onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes8 brat buns, splitAdditional Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place sausages in a large skillet; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain well....

Ingredients 1/3 cup sour cream1/3 cup mayonnaise4 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper3 cups cubed cooked chicken4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted20 miniature croissants, splitLettuce leaves Preparation In a large bowl, mix first five ingredients; stir in vegetables. Add chicken; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours....

Ingredients 1 container (6 ounces) plain yogurt, divided2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon grated orange zestCHICKEN SLIDERS:3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint4 teaspoons minced garlic2 teaspoons ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning)1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon kosher salt1 pound ground chicken2 tablespoons canola oil4 miniature pita pockets, halved and warmed8 red leaf lettuce leaves8 slices tomato Preparation In a small bowl, stir together 2/3 cup yogurt, mustard and zests....

Ingredients 2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) cornbread/muffin mix1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided1-1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast3/4 cup red enchilada sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine muffin mix, corn and eggs; stir just until moistened. Stir in 1 cup cheese. In another bowl, toss chicken with enchilada sauce. Fill each of 24 foil-lined muffin cups with 2 tablespoons batter....