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Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 egg whites Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil and vanilla; add to dry ingredients. In a large bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into batter. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a hot griddle coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 3-ounce packages chicken-flavored ramen (I use Maruchan, but any of your favorite brands will work) 3 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced 1 large carrot, finely diced 2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce 1 tsp. distilled white vinegar 1 tsp. Sriracha or your favorite Asian chile sauce 3 c. roughly chopped baby spinach (about ½ bunch) Fresh lime juice...

Ingredients 3 cups vegetable broth1-1/2 cups uncooked bulgur6 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 cups halved cherry tomatoes1 cup chopped cucumber8 green onions, sliced1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth and bulgur to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender and broth is almost absorbed....

Ingredients 1 cup water3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, coarsely chopped1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoDash pepperDash cayenne pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil....

Ingredients 10-1/2 pounds tomatoes (about 35 medium)4 medium green peppers, chopped3 large onions, chopped2 cans (12 ounces each) tomato paste1-3/4 cups white vinegar1/2 cup sugar1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 celery rib, chopped15 garlic cloves, minced4 to 5 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1/4 cup canning salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Using a slotted spoon, place tomatoes, a few at a time, in boiling water for 30-60 seconds....

Ingredients 28 cherry tomatoes7 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/3 cup chopped green onions3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons finely chopped celery2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cut a thin slice from the bottoms of tomatoes to allow them to rest flat. Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp; invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain. In a small bowl, combine the bacon, mayonnaise, onions, cheese, celery and parsley....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups self-rising flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 cup chopped pecans1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow cremeFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 tablespoon vanilla extract4 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta1 bunch green onions, chopped2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup butter, divided1 tablespoon minced garlic1 package (16 ounces) cubed fully cooked ham1 jar (12.36 ounces) tapenade or ripe olive bruschetta topping, drained1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 cup heavy whipping cream2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions in 2 teaspoons butter until tender....

Ingredients 3 dried porcini mushrooms 1/2 c. boiling water 8 slice thick-cut bacon 1 large leek 4 clove garlic 1 lb. cremini, white, or shiitake mushrooms 1 tsp. Coarse salt 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 tsp. finely chopped fresh thyme 1 package cream cheese 2 c. sour cream 3 tbsp. sliced scallions (dark-green parts only) Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, soak porcini in the boiling water until soft, about 20 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 pound ground beef1 medium onion, finely chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 envelope taco seasoning1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles8 ounces pepper jack cheese, cubed4 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed4 ounces cream cheese, softened, cubed1 package (12 ounces) tortilla chip scoops2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blendSour cream and pickled jalapeno slices Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and red pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 cups cold water2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon rum extract, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the butter, vanilla and extract if desired.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup mashed ripe banana1/2 cup chopped pecans, toastedBUTTER PECAN FROSTING:1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash salt2 to 2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup finely chopped pecans, toastedAdditional chopped pecans, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. whole wheat flour 1/2 c. Dutch process cocoa powder 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 5 tbsp. butter, melted 1 c. packed brown sugar 3 tbsp. honey 3 large eggs 1 tsp. peppermint extract 1 1/2 c. toasted mixed nuts, roughly chopped 3 oz. chocolate, chopped 1 1/2 c. sliced toasted almonds 1/2 c. organic sugar, for sprinkling (optional) Preparation Step 1Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper....

Ingredients 2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna, drained and flaked1/4 cup Miracle Whip1 green onion, finely chopped1 medium dill pickle, finely chopped1 teaspoon horseradish sauce4 hamburger buns, split1 medium tomato, cut into 8 thin slices8 slices process American cheese Preparation In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place buns cut side up on a baking sheet. Spread tuna mixture evenly over buns; top with tomato. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup corn bread croutons1-1/4 cups mild picante sauce, divided 5 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate, divided 6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves, divided 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon salt1 pound ground chicken6 ounces fresh chorizo1-1/4 cups orange marmalade1/2 cup jalapeno pepper jelly2/3 cup finely chopped peeled mango2/3 cup pomegranate seeds, divided, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Crush croutons into fine crumbs. Add 1/2 cup picante sauce and 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate; let stand 10 minutes....

Ingredients 4 tbsp. Paula Deen’s House Seasoning 2 tbsp. seasoned salt 4 tbsp. Liquid Smoke 1 pork butt roast 1 medium onion 1 c. water 3 bay leaves bbq sauce Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Step 2Sprinkle one side of the roast with 2 tablespoons of the house seasoning, making sure to rub well. Flip the roast over and rub in the remaining 2 tablespoons of house seasoning. Repeat the process with the seasoned salt and liquid smoke, then thoroughly rub the meat....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/4 cup mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard Preparation In a large bowl, combine the peas, cheese and onion. Stir in the mayonnaise and mustard. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom10 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6 cups)2 cups mixed blackberries, raspberries and blueberries1 tablespoon lemon juiceTOPPING:1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons grated orange zest3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda3 tablespoons cold butter3/4 cup buttermilkVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, mix sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and cardamom. Add peaches, berries and lemon juice; toss to combine....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 cup milk1 egg, beaten3-1/3 cups heavy whipping cream1/4 cup instant vanilla pudding mix1-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen peaches, thawed2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, combine sugar, milk and egg. Cook over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly. Do not allow to boil. Remove from heat immediately....

Ingredients 1 cup fat-free milk1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2/3 cup fat-free cottage cheese3 tablespoons all-purpose flourPepper to taste2-1/2 cups cooked elbow macaroni1 tablespoon grated onionPaprika Preparation In a blender or food processor, combine the milk, cheeses, flour and pepper. Cover and process until creamy. Pour into a bowl; stir in macaroni and onion. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through....