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Ingredients 1 cup boiling water1/2 cup dry-pack sun-dried tomatoes, chopped6 ounces uncooked fettuccine1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons clam juice2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice1 teaspoon curry powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions2 garlic cloves, minced1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation In a small bowl, pour boiling water over sun-dried tomatoes; let stand for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh dill1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups soaked mesquite wood chips1 salmon fillet (1-1/2 pounds) Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first eight ingredients. Add wood chips to grill according to manufacturer’s directions. Place salmon on oiled grill rack, skin side down. Grill, covered, over medium heat 7 minutes. Spoon mayonnaise mixture over salmon....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lamb stew meat, cubed2 shallots, sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup red wine2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth2 medium potatoes, cubed1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed2 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium parsnips, peeled and cubed1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon mint jelly4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledMinced fresh mint, optional Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound medium fresh mushrooms1 pound baby red potatoes1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, halved6 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup white miso paste Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Mix mushrooms, potatoes, Brussels sprouts and garlic; drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups water1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 to 1 envelope onion soup mix1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon pepper9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained2 cups 4% cottage cheese4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 cups grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 3-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon ground mustard2 tablespoons canola oil2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar and mustards; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Place salmon, skin side down, in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh brussels sprouts, halved1 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 tablespoons butter Preparation Place brussels sprouts and salt in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and return to the pan. Add nutmeg and butter; saute for 2-3 minutes or until flavors are blended.

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup oat flour4 teaspoons baking powder1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature1-3/4 cups fat-free milk2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extractOptional: Fresh fruit, maple syrup and powdered sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Combine the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Pour batter by 1/2 cupfuls into a preheated waffle iron; bake according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown....

Ingredients 3-1/2 teaspoons butter, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper3/4 cup milk1 cup sliced peeled potatoes1 tablespoon finely chopped onion Preparation In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 teaspoons of butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Place half of the potatoes in a greased 2-cup baking dish; top with the onion and half of the sauce....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground turkey1 medium onion, finely chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1 tablespoon chili powder8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the turkey, onion and red pepper over medium heat, crumbling turkey, until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup canola oil1-1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon orange extract1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs and oil. Add sugar; mix well. Stir in the lemon zest, orange zest and extracts. Add zucchini; mix well....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed1/4 cup butter, melted2 to 4 green onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place asparagus in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Toss with melted butter and green onions; spread evenly. Sprinkle with salt. Roast until crisp-tender, 10-15 minutes.

Ingredients 8 cups chicken broth1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup olive oil3 cups arborio rice2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dry white wine or water1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in wine....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup whole milk1/3 cup canola oil1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped fresh or frozen peaches, thawed and drained1/2 cup chopped pecansTOPPING:1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup chopped pecans1 tablespoon cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the milk, oil, egg and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin2 tablespoons cold water1 cup 2% milk1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons butter2 large egg yolks, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup hot fudge ice cream topping3 tablespoons chopped salted peanutsChocolate curls Preparation Sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Microwave on high for 20 seconds. Stir and let stand for 1 minute or until gelatin is completely dissolved....

Ingredients 2 c. dry white wine 3 tbsp. Wine vinegar 3 tbsp. olive oil 2 onions 1 carrot 1 clove garlic 3/4 tsp. dried thyme 1/2 tsp. coriander seeds 8 peppercorns 8 sprigs parsley 2 bay leaves 1 1/2 tsp. salt 2 lb. mackerel fillets 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a medium stainless-steel saucepan, combine the wine, vinegar, oil, onions, carrot, garlic, thyme, coriander, peppercorns, parsley, bay leaves, and salt....

Ingredients 3 ounces uncooked spaghetti or angel hair pasta1 large egg, beaten1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 pound bulk pork sausage1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup Italian tomato sauce1/3 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. In a small bowl, combine the pasta, egg and Parmesan cheese. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 7-in. pie plate or shallow 2-cup round baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside....

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup milk1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds ground beefBARBECUE SAUCE:1 large onion, chopped2 tablespoons canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced3 cups water1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf14 submarine buns (6 inches each), split1-3/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, bread crumbs, onion, salt, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 c. milk 4 slice sandwich bread 1 1/2 lb. ground sirloin 1 1/2 lb. ground pork 2 small onions 6 clove garlic 1/2 c. chili sauce 1 c. chopped fresh parsley 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese 2 large eggs Coarse salt and ground pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with rack in center. In a large bowl, pour milk over bread; let soak, about 30 seconds. Add sirloin, pork, onion, garlic, 1/2 cup chili sauce, parsley, Parmesan, eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1 beef bottom round roast 3/4 c. dry white wine 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 2 medium onions 1 lb. carrots 1 1/2 c. chicken or beef broth 1/2 c. dried apricots 1 tsp. crushed red pepper 1 tsp. ground coriander 1 lemon 2 medium zucchini 1 1/2 c. pitted green olives Cooked curly egg noodles salt Black pepper Preparation Step 1In 12-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil on medium-high....