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Ingredients 3 cups small fresh broccoli florets1 package (.9 ounces) hollandaise sauce mix8 ounces sliced deli turkey8 ounces sliced deli ham4 slices sourdough bread, toasted Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 1-in. of water and broccoli to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Prepare the hollandaise sauce according to package directions. Warm turkey and ham if desired; layer over toast. Top with broccoli and sauce....

Ingredients 4 English muffins, split and toasted3 tablespoons butter, melted1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained1 can (6 ounces) small shrimp, rinsed and drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped ripe olives1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/4 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation Brush English muffins with butter; set aside. In a bowl, combine the crab, shrimp, 3/4 cup cheese, celery, olives and parsley....

Ingredients 1 c. fresh orange juice 1 tsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. peanut oil 1/4 c. finely chopped shallots 2 tbsp. minced peeled fresh ginger 2 clove garlic 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 1/2 c. chicken broth 1 tbsp. soy sauce 2 pork tenderloins 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoon orange juice and cornstarch until smooth....

Ingredients 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil4 cod fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Brush oil over 1 side of fillets; gently press into crumb mixture. Place crumb side up in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° just until fish begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) berry blue gelatin1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin2 cups boiling water1 cup cold water2 cups cold milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided1 pint fresh blueberries1 quart fresh strawberries, quartered1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes Preparation In two small bowls, combine each gelatin flavor with 1 cup boiling water....

Ingredients 5 jar canning jars 2 1/2 lb. firm-but-ripe peaches 1 c. apple cider vinegar 1 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. light brown sugar 1 shallot 1/2 c. dried black currants 1 1/2 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 1 tbsp. cumin seeds 1 lemongrass stalk 1 1/2 tsp. ground coriander seeds 1 1/2 tsp. fennel seeds 3 curry leaves 2 bay leaves 1/4 c. chopped cilantro leaves 1 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground pink peppercorns...

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1/2-inch slices1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon olive oil1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 cup canned sliced peaches in extra-light syrup1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/3 cup peach spreadable fruit1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot Preparation Flatten pork to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute pork in oil in batches until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups peanut butter1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup chopped peanutsApple slices Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add the peanut butter, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth. Shape into a ball; roll in peanuts. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with apples.

Ingredients 3/4 cup water (70° to 80°)1/3 cup butter, softened1 large egg1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/3 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon salt3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeastFILLING:3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup butter, softened1/3 cup confectioners’ sugarICING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter5 to 7 tablespoons warm water Preparation In a bread machine, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 pound red potatoes, peeled and cubed2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3 celery ribs, chopped8 green onions, chopped1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1-1/2 cups fat-free milk1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the potatoes, broth, celery, onions and red pepper to a boil....

Ingredients Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 lb. elbow pasta 4 tbsp. butter 1 small onion 1/4 c. all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 4 c. milk tsp. cayenne pepper (optional) 1 1/4 c. shredded yellow cheddar cheese 1 1/4 c. shredded white cheddar cheese 8 oz. ham 2 slice white sandwich bread Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente; drain and reserve....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. butter, divided 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 (4-oz.) mahi-mahi fillets Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. asparagus 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1 lemon, sliced Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish Preparation Step 1In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon each of butter and olive oil. Add mahi-mahi and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 slices (3/4 ounce each) reduced-fat Swiss cheese1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup fat-free milk1/3 cup crushed reduced-fat Ritz crackers (about 8 crackers)1 teaspoon butter, melted Preparation Place the chicken in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with minced onion, garlic powder, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup 2% milk6 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg10 large marshmallows, halved lengthwise Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place sweet potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups torn romaine1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained10 pecan halves1 tablespoon dried cranberriesPOPPY SEED DRESSING:3 tablespoons olive oil4 teaspoons honey1 tablespoon red wine vinegar3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon saltDash onion powder1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds Preparation Divide the romaine, oranges, pecans and cranberries between two salad plates. In a blender, combine the oil, honey, vinegar, mustard, salt and onion powder; cover and process until smooth. Stir in poppy seeds....

Ingredients 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3 eggs1 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped dates Preparation Drain cherries, reserving 1/4 cup juice; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs and reserved juice; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the walnuts, chocolate chips, dates and cherries....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2-1/3 cups sugar, divided3 large eggs3/4 cup water1/2 cup butter1-1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/3 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 egg; set aside. In a saucepan, bring water, butter and chocolate to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg yolk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup milk1 jar (10 ounces) raspberry jellyFILLING:1 can (8 ounces) almond paste, cubed3 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg white1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 large eggs6 drops green food coloringICING:2 ounces unsweetened chocolate1 tablespoon butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar4 to 5 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and brown sugar....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 large egg yolks, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, egg yolks and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week....

Ingredients 5 slices cooked meat loaf1 jar (12 ounces) beef gravy1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained4 cups warm mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup sliced green onions Preparation Place meat loaf slices in a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover with gravy; top with corn. Combine potatoes, 1/2 cup cheese, sour cream and onions; spread over corn. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through....