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Ingredients 3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1-1/2 cups chopped tomatoes1 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup pitted Greek olives1/3 cup dried currants1/4 cup finely chopped red onionDRESSING:1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup prepared pesto3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1/2 cup chopped ripe olives1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold puff pastry; roll and trim into a 10-in. square. Beat cream cheese and pesto until smooth; stir in remaining ingredients. Spread cheese mixture on pastry to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style....

Ingredients 2 cups water1/2 cup canned mixed Chinese vegetables, drained1/3 cup canned cut green beans, drained1 green onion, diagonally sliced1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules Preparation In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 1 cup sliced fresh asparagus1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of asparagus soup, undiluted1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin1 cup boiling water1/2 teaspoon lemon extract1/2 cup diced celery1/2 cup diced green pepper2 teaspoons finely chopped onion2 teaspoons diced pimientos1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1/2 cup mayonnaiseCelery leavesChopped pimientosLemon slice Preparation Cook asparagus in a small amount of water. Drain and set aside to cool. In a small saucepan, combine the soup and cream cheese over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 cups whole milk3/4 cup sugar1-1/2 cups mashed fresh nectarines (about 6 medium)1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon almond extract1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small saucepan, heat milk to 175°; stir in sugar until dissolved. Cool quickly by placing pan in a bowl of ice water; stir for 2 minutes. In a small bowl, combine nectarines and lemon juice. In a large bowl, combine the milk mixture, cream, extracts and salt; stir in nectarine mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon mustard seed1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns1/2 teaspoon dill seed1/2 teaspoon whole allspice2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 pound boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1-inch slices1 cup diced fully cooked ham1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 to 2 cups water, divided1/2 cup tomato puree2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons salt3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon apple pie spice2 bay leaves1/2 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveinedHot cooked rice...

Ingredients 3 cups graham cracker crumbs2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1 cup lime juice1/4 cup cold water1-1/2 cups sugar5 large eggs, lightly beaten2 teaspoons grated lime zest2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 3 pounds)6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided6 tablespoons butter, divided3 cups water2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 medium onion, quartered1 celery rib, cut into pieces1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces Preparation Sprinkle the roast with 1 tablespoon flour. In a Dutch oven, brown the roast on all sides in half of the butter. Add the water, bouillon, onion, celery, salt and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar, divided3 large eggs, room temperature4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder3 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup 2% milkOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and 1 cup sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, salt and nutmeg; add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 medium peach, peeled and chopped1 medium ripe pear, chopped1 tablespoon honey2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground allspiceTOPPING:1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon reduced-fat butter, melted1 tablespoon honey1/8 teaspoon ground allspiceDash ground cinnamon1/3 cup old-fashioned oats2 tablespoons coarsely chopped almonds Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Divide between two 8-oz. ramekins coated with cooking spray. For topping, in a small bowl, combine the flour, butter, honey, allspice and cinnamon; stir in oats and almonds....

Ingredients 12 medium peaches, peeled and sliced1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup honey3 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt3 cups fresh blackberriesTOPPING:2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/3 cup cold butter, cubed1-1/4 cups buttermilk1 tablespoon coarse sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the peaches, flour, honey, lemon juice and salt; let stand for 15 minutes. Fold in blackberries. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter4 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) sliced peaches, drained1-3/4 cups sugar, divided3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided1 teaspoon crystallized ginger, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup shortening1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powderOptional: Chopped pecans, coarse sugar and vanilla ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Melt butter in a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar1 cup water1 large piece fresh gingerroot (about 3 inches), peeled and coarsely choppedCOCKTAIL:1/4 cup orange liqueur2 medium ripe peaches, peeled and halved1 bottle (750 milliliters) white wine, chilledIce cubes1 to 1-1/2 cups chilled ginger aleFresh mint leaves and peach slices, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar, water and ginger; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Cool completely. Pour syrup through a strainer into a covered container; discard ginger....

Ingredients 3-1/2 quarts popped popcorn1 cup sugar1 cup honey1 cup peanut butter Preparation Place popcorn in a large bowl and set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and honey; bring to a boil over medium heat; stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Add peanut butter; stir until blended. Pour over popcorn mixture; toss gently to coat. Cool completely on waxed paper. Store in airtight containers or plastic bags....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch2-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup brown sugar blend1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup cold butterReduced-fat whipped topping or reduced-fat strawberry ice cream, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in strawberries and rhubarb until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter2 ounces unsweetened chocolate2/3 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powderCHEESECAKE LAYER:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and chocolate. Cover and microwave on high for 30-60 seconds; stir until smooth. Beat in sugar, eggs and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to chocolate mixture until blended....

Ingredients 1 small carrot, shredded3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats2 tablespoons fat-free milk1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)TOPPINGS:2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed3 tablespoons fat-free milk1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper2 tablespoons reduced-fat cream cheese, dividedOrange and green food coloring1/4 cup panko bread crumbs, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine the carrot, oats, milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 4 large egg whites4 large egg yolks plus 2 large eggs1-1/2 cups sugar, divided 1 tablespoon cornstarch6-1/4 cups whole milk, divided 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarChopped glazed pecans, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. In a large heavy saucepan, whisk egg yolks, eggs, 1 cup sugar and cornstarch until blended; stir in 4 cups milk....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef1 can (16 ounces) refried beans2-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 package (8 ounces) uncooked manicotti shells2-1/2 cups water1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce2 cups sour cream1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend1/4 cup sliced green onionsSliced ripe olives, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the uncooked beef, beans, chili powder and oregano. Spoon into uncooked manicotti shells; arrange in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)4 cups cubed fresh pineapple (1 inch) 40 fresh mint leaves 2/3 cup superfine sugar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt1-1/2 cups light rumIce cubes 7 cups club soda, chilledGARNISH:Fresh pineapple slices and additional fresh mint leaves Preparation Place the first 5 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. pitcher; stir in rum. Pour 1/3 cup mixture into each glass....