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Ingredients 1 package (28 ounces) frozen O’Brien potatoes1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided 1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey kielbasa, sliced2 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, prepare potatoes according to package directions, using 1/4 cup oil. Meanwhile, in another skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add kielbasa, apples and onion; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups water2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained 1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced1 cup shelled pistachios, toasted1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1 medium navel orange2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon saltPinch pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-14 minutes or until liquid is absorbed....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups buttermilk1 cup mayonnaise3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon minced chives1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 boneless pork loin roast (2 to 3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon each salt, pepper and ground gingerMANGO CHUTNEY:2 medium mangoes, peeled and cubed1/4 cup finely chopped red onion1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot1/8 teaspoon each salt, ground turmeric and ground cloves Preparation In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Brown pork on all sides....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking cocoa1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup hot water1 tablespoon butter4 cups milk1 teaspoon maple flavoring1 teaspoon vanilla extract12 large marshmallows Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa and salt. Stir in hot water and butter; bring to a boil. Add the milk, maple flavoring, vanilla and 8 marshmallows. Heat through, stirring occasionally, until marshmallows are melted. Ladle into mugs and top each with a marshmallow.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips4 ounces cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 teaspoon maple flavoring1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips. Set aside to cool. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Add melted chocolate and maple flavoring; beat until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes or until firm enough to handle. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in walnuts....

Ingredients 4 medium turnips (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1-1/4-in. pieces1 large potato (about 3/4 pound), peeled and cut into 1-1/4-in. pieces2 tablespoons reduced-fat cream cheese1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper Preparation Place turnips, potato and enough water to cover in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh corn1/2 cup diced onion1/4 cup butter, cubed1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiliesSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a skillet, cook corn and onion in butter until tender. Add chilies, salt and pepper; cook and stir over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes. Serve immediately.

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. coffee 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/4 c. packed brown sugar 1/2 c. vegetable oil 1/4 c. sour cream 1/2 c. dark chocolate chips 4 tbsp. butter, softened 2 oz. cream cheese, softened 2 c. powdered sugar 3 tbsp. raspberry jam Red food coloring Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons baking cocoa2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract24 chocolate wafersChocolate syrupHeart-shaped sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream, cocoa, sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Arrange eight wafers on the bottom of a foil-lined 9-in. square baking pan. Spoon or pipe about 2 tablespoons cream mixture onto each. Repeat layers twice, making eight stacks. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. To serve, transfer to dessert plates....

Ingredients 1 cup boiling water1/2 cup raisins2 cups 2% milk1 cup finely crushed graham cracker crumbs1 tablespoon butter2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup molasses1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups vanilla ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Pour boiling water over raisins in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes. In a large saucepan, heat milk, cracker crumbs and butter until bubbles form around sides of pan; remove from heat....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter2 celery ribs, sliced1/2 cup chopped onion3 cups frozen mixed vegetables (about 15 ounces) 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast4 tubes (6 ounces each) small refrigerated flaky biscuits (5 count) Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat; saute celery and onion until tender, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt2-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips2 cups chopped walnuts1-1/2 cups All-Bran cereal Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2/3 cup half-and-half cream1 egg yolk1 tablespoon thawed orange juice concentrate Preparation In a small heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips with cream over medium heat; stir until smooth. In a small bowl, combine egg yolk and orange juice concentrate. Stir a small amount of hot chocolate mixture into egg mixture; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 1 minute longer or until mixture reaches 160° or coats the back of a metal spoon....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot or red onion1 garlic clove, minced3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-in. slices1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon thawed frozen orange juice concentrate1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallot; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in carrots. Add brown sugar, water, orange juice concentrate, rosemary, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed2 tablespoons butterSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place the asparagus on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Dot with butter. Bring edges of foil together and seal tightly; place foil packet on a baking sheet. Bake until crisp-tender, 25-30 minutes. Carefully open foil to allow steam to escape. Season with salt and pepper.

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) small shell pasta1 package (10 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion, divided2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped, divided1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup chili sauce1 tablespoon chopped dill pickle or dill pickle relish1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a bowl; add the shrimp, celery, 1/4 cup onion, half of the chopped eggs and parsley....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon butter1-1/4 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped1-1/2 cups chunky peanut butter Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil with 1/2 teaspoon butter and set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Stir in peanut butter until melted. Transfer to prepared pan. Cool to room temperature. Cut into squares.

Ingredients 3 tablespoons lemon juice1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained3 tablespoons chopped green onions2 tablespoons mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons seeded minced jalapeno pepper1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoons sugar Preparation Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl. Use raw vegetables or tortilla chips for dipping. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 1 pound chicken tenderloins1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSALAD:6 cups torn mixed salad greens1/4 cup raspberry or balsamic vinaigrette1 medium mango, peeled and cubed1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, halved lengthwise Preparation Toss chicken with salt and pepper. On a lightly oiled rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat on each side until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes. Cut chicken into 1-in. pieces. Divide greens among 4 plates; drizzle with vinaigrette....