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Ingredients 1 beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)2 tablespoons vegetable oil2-1/2 quarts water3 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained10 celery ribs, chopped6 large carrots, thinly sliced3 large onions, chopped3/4 cup medium pearl barley2/3 cup cut fresh green beans (1/2-inch pieces)1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drainedSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large soup kettle, brown the roast in oil. Add water; cover and simmer for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green onions2 tablespoons butter4 large eggs1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Swiss cheese4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Remove from the oven; reduce heat to 375°. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder2 eggs1/3 cup milk1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 tablespoon butter, meltedOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugarMaple syrup, warmed Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder; set aside. In another bowl, beat the eggs and milk; stir in corn and butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until blended. In a deep-fat fryer or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by heaping teaspoonfuls into hot oil; fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 6 large eggs, separated2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup fresh orange juice1/2 cup canola oil2 tablespoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarORANGE GLAZE:1/2 cup butter2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 4 tablespoons fresh orange juice1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt and baking soda. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks, orange juice, oil and orange zest; add to dry ingredients....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows3 tablespoons canola oil5 cups Rice Krispies20 Oreo cookies, coarsely crushed (2 cups)1 package (10 ounces) white baking chips, melted Preparation In a microwave or a large saucepan over low heat, melt marshmallows in oil; stir until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in cereal and 1 cup crushed Oreos. Press mixture into a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking pan, using waxed paper or a lightly greased spatula....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sour cream3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts1 teaspoon ground cinnamonICING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes; beat in eggs, 1 at a time. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, nutmeg and salt; beat into creamed mixture alternately with sour cream....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon sugar3-1/2 to 4 cups bread flour4 teaspoons cornmealTOPPINGS:1 pound bulk Italian sausage2 tablespoons olive oil6 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni4 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, salt, sugar, yeast mixture and 1-1/2 cups flour; beat on medium speed 3 minutes until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided1 large egg1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (16 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1 tablespoon butter, melted3 slices process American cheese, cut into 1/2-inch strips Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons tomato sauce, egg, bread crumbs, onion and salt....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs1 package (16 ounces) miniature hot dogs or smoked sausages1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low until heated through, 3-4 hours.

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk hot Italian sausage2 tablespoons dried minced onion2 tablespoons minced chives1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls4 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1 cup 4% cottage cheese1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheesePaprika Preparation In a large skillet, brown sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 4-5 minutes, breaking sausage into crumbles; drain. Stir in chives. On a lightly floured surface, unroll crescent dough into a long rectangle; seal seams and perforations....

Ingredients 1 cup heavy whipping cream1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk3 tablespoons green creme de menthe2 cups chocolate ice cream, softened if necessary3 cups vanilla ice cream, softened if necessary20 chocolate wafers, coarsely crushedChocolate syrup and chopped mint Andes candies, optional Preparation Line a 1-1/2-qt. bowl with plastic wrap. Place in freezer 30 minutes. In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add milk and creme de menthe; beat until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/2 cup sliced fully cooked smoked sausage (1/4-inch slices)1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped4 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/4 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, halved1/2 cup raisins, optional1 cup uncooked converted rice2 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons ground turmeric1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder2-1/4 cups chicken broth1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables Preparation In a large skillet, saute the chicken, ham, sausage, onion and green pepper in 2 tablespoons oil for 3-5 minutes or until onion is tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup red wine vinegar1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup Dijon mustard2 teaspoons sugar2 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 cups canola oil Preparation Place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a bowl or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1 cup crushed saltines1/2 cup butter, melted4 egg whites1 teaspoon white vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup sugar1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped Preparation Combine cracker crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, vinegar and vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 4 pounds medium leeks (white and light green portions only), thinly sliced (about 8 cups)1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon orange juice1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or dash dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook leeks and mushrooms in oil in batches over medium heat until tender, stirring occasionally, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1-3/4 pounds red potatoes (about 6 medium), peeled and cubed2/3 cup sour cream2 large egg whites, lightly beaten1/4 cup butter1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 green onions, thinly sliced3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash ground nutmeg3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain; return to pan....

Ingredients 3/4 pound fresh snow peas1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 small onion, sliced1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large skillet, saute the snow peas, red pepper, onion, garlic salt and pepper in oil and butter until vegetables are tender.

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 pound extra-lean ground turkey1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and drained3/4 cup french-fried onions1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup fat-free milk4 cups frozen Tater Tots, thawed Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef and turkey over medium heat until no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 pounds small red potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices3 cups water1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings1/2 cup pitted Greek olives1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, undrained, chopped1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup sun-dried tomato salad dressing1 package (4 ounces) crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese Preparation Place potatoes in a 3-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 10-15 minutes or until tender, stirring once....

Ingredients 1/2 cup salsa, divided1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese3 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon sugar3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound extra-lean ground turkey1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream4 hamburger buns, split1/2 cup torn curly endive1 medium tomato, chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup salsa, cheese, paprika, oregano, cumin, sugar, garlic powder, thyme, salt and cayenne. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well....