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Ingredients 1 pound ground beef3/4 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup milk1 large egg, lightly beaten1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 tablespoon cornstarch2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 cup frozen peas1 cup sliced carrots, cookedCRUST:2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup shortening7 to 8 tablespoons ice waterHalf-and-half cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients (mixture will be soft)....

Ingredients 14 uncooked manicotti shells1 pound bulk Italian sausage3/4 pound ground beef2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 ounces cream cheese, cubed1/4 teaspoon salt4 cups meatless spaghetti sauce, divided1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook manicotti shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage and beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 cup chicken broth1 cup salsa1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute the chicken green pepper and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1 pound ground beef1 envelope taco seasoning1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 medium tomato, chopped3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded lettuce Preparation Unroll crescent roll dough and place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Flatten dough to fit the pan, sealing seams and perforations. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until light golden brown; cool on a wire rack....

Ingredients 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro1 tablespoon grated lime zest1/2 teaspoon salt1 bottle (12-1/2 ounces) mandarin natural flavor soda1-1/2 cups Clamato juice1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup ketchup1-1/2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (100-150 per pound)2 avocados, finely choppedTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Stir in soda, Clamato juice, lime juice and ketchup. Add shrimp....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil3 medium onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced4 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 cups chicken broth1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional toppings: corn chips, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and sour cream...

Ingredients 1 lb. mixed strawberries and blueberries 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 c. sugar 3/4 tsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 4 12-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil 4 slices of pound cake Crème fraîche or vanilla ice cream Preparation Step 1Light a grill. In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries and blueberries with the lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Spoon 1/4 tablespoon of the butter in the center of each sheet of foil and top with the fruit....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, salt nutmeg and cinnamon and mix well; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 jars (6-1/2 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and diced3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 tablespoons mayonnaiseSliced French bread or tortilla chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Transfer to an ungreased 1-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Serve with bread or chips.

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms3 cups tomato juice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce1 tablespoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground mace, optional6 ounces uncooked multigrain spaghetti, broken into piecesOptional: Fresh mozzarella cheese pearls or shaved Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and mushrooms over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 4 cups graham cracker crumbs3/4 cup sugar1 cup butter, melted3-1/2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened2 cans (12 ounces each) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed Preparation In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Set aside 2 cups for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture into two greased 15x10x1-in. pans. Cover and freeze for at least 10 minutes. In a large bowl, combine ice cream and orange juice concentrate until smooth....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup butter, melted1 large egg, lightly beaten2 teaspoons grated orange zest2 teaspoons orange extract1 cup crisp rice cereal1 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in cereal and walnuts if desired. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) pear halves, drained1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple1-1/2 cups sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonPastry of double-crust pie (9 inches)Additional sugar, optional Preparation Set aside five pear halves; chop any remaining pears. In a large saucepan, combine the chopped pears, cranberries, pineapple and sugar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until some cranberries have popped....

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, softened1/2 cup peanut butter1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup 2% milkFROSTING:1/3 cup peanut butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) whole wheat fettuccine8 bacon strips, chopped1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons cornstarch3 cups 2% milk1 cup half-and-half cream1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp....

Ingredients 1 medium pie pumpkin (3 pounds)1 medium butternut squash (3 pounds)1 medium acorn squash (1-1/2 pounds)1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup maple syrup1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup old-fashioned oats1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Cut pumpkin and squashes in half lengthwise; discard seeds or save for toasting. Place pumpkin and squashes in 2 greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)3/4 cup thawed frozen limeade concentrate1 large onion, sliced1 medium sweet orange pepper, julienned1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 flour tortillas (10 inches)1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon lime juice1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantroLime wedges, optional Preparation Place chicken in a large bowl. Add limeade concentrate and turn to coat....

Ingredients 4 large eggs, separated1 cup sugar1/2 cup tequila1/2 cup butter, melted6 tablespoons Key lime juice, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup heavy whipping creamOptional: Whipped cream, and lime slices and zest Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped3 tablespoons plus 1-1/4 cups butter, softened, divided2 cups sugar5 large eggs, room temperature3 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optionalFROSTING:3/4 cup butter, softened6-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 to 2/3 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In top of a double boiler or a metal bowl over barely simmering water, melt chocolate and 3 tablespoons butter; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon dried basil4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons sugarGarlic salt to taste8 uncooked lasagna noodles2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed1 large egg1 cup ricotta cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 10 ingredients....