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Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1 cup chopped onion2/3 cup chopped celery2 teaspoons minced green pepper1 garlic clove, minced2 cups hot water1 cup cubed peeled potatoes1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, undrained1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, heat butter over low heat. Add onion, celery, green pepper and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups baby carrots or sliced carrots1/2 cup water1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons maple syrup1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a small saucepan, bring carrots and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10 minutes or until tender. Drain. Stir in the butter, syrup and pecans until the butter is melted.

Ingredients 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 10 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 1/4 c. ice water 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. maple sugar 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. pure maple syrup 3 1/2 tbsp. pure maple syrup 2 1/2 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 3/4 c. hot water 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1 tbsp. unsulfured molasses 1 large egg Preparation Step 1In a food processor, pulse flour with the salt....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves Coarse salt ground pepper 4 clove garlic 1 medium onion 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1 can whole peeled tomatoes in puree 1 1/2 lb. escarole 1 c. whole-wheat couscous Preparation Step 1In a Dutch oven or a large, heavy pot (at least 5 quarts), heat oil over medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook in two batches, tossing occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes per batch; transfer to a plate....

Ingredients 3 oz. milk chocolate 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 tbsp. cornstarch 1 tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder c. granulated sugar 2 tsp. Earl Grey tea leaves 2 c. whole milk 3/4 c. heavy cream 2 tsp. confectioners’ sugar candied orange peel coarse sea salt Preparation Step 1In a medium heatproof bowl, combine the 3 ounces of chopped chocolate with the butter. Sift the cornstarch and cocoa powder into a medium saucepan....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract3 to 5 drops green food coloring, optional72 butter-flavored crackers1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the frosting, extract and, if desired, food coloring. Spread filling over half of the crackers; top with remaining crackers. In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Dip cookies in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 beef eye round roast (about 2-1/2 pounds)1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon pepper1 medium onion, chopped1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 cup brewed coffee3/4 cup waterGRAVY:1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold water Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat; brown roast on all sides. Remove from pan. Mix garlic and seasonings; sprinkle over roast. Add onion to same pan; cook and stir over medium heat until tender....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken into thirds1 large egg1/2 cup whole milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 pound ground beef1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 jar (14 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 to 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat egg, milk and salt. Drain spaghetti; add to egg mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 beef ribeye steaks (8 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons canola oil1 small onion, thinly sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 envelope brown gravy mix1/3 cup sour cream Preparation Sprinkle steaks with seasoned salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown steaks on both sides in oil. Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish. In the same skillet, saute onion and mushrooms until tender. Spoon over steaks. Prepare gravy mix according to package directions; stir in sour cream....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 cups packed brown sugar4 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract6 cups quick-cooking oats3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips. Chill dough for 1 hour or until firm....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/3 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, beaten3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided1/2 cup warm whole milk (80°-90°)TOPPING:1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup shortening2 teaspoons vanilla extractPinch salt2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) sliced peaches, drained Preparation For cake, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in water. Let stand 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine shortening, sugar and egg....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 large carrot, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced4 cups vegetable or chicken broth3/4 cup uncooked small pasta shells2 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, carrot and celery in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons water1 can (29 ounces) sliced peaches, drained12 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick)5 large eggs1-1/2 cups whole milk1 tablespoon vanilla extractGround cinnamon Preparation In a small saucepan, bring the brown sugar, butter and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with peaches. Arrange bread over peaches....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 cups water1 can (21 ounces) pork and beans, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 envelope sloppy joe mix1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add water, pork and beans, tomatoes and sloppy joe mix. Bring to a boil; add macaroni and reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until the macaroni is almost cooked....

Ingredients 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers (about 30 wafers)3 tablespoons butter, melted1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beatenTOPPING:1 pound pitted canned or frozen tart red cherries1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarchRed food coloring, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine crumbs and butter; press gently onto bottoms of 12 foil-lined muffin cups. In another bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla....

Ingredients 6 large eggs1-3/4 cups fat-free milk1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cubed1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened mixed berries2 tablespoons cold butter1/3 cup packed brown sugarOptional: Confectioners’ sugar and maple syrup Preparation Whisk together first 6 ingredients. Place bread cubes in a 13x9-in. or 3-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour egg mixture over top. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot3 teaspoons canola oil, divided1 cup julienned sweet red pepper1 cup julienned green pepper2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges6 green onions, slicedHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine 3 tablespoons soy sauce and pepper; add beef....

Ingredients 1 cup white baking chips2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)1/3 cup English toffee bits or almond brickle chips Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chips; stir until smooth. Stir in cream cheese until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into the crust. Cover and refrigerate overnight or until set. Just before serving, sprinkle with toffee bits....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups boiling water1 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegICING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup fat-free milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a small bowl, pour boiling water over oats; let stand 10 minutes....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons chocolate syrup2 tablespoons whipped cream in a can2-1/2 cups cold carbonated water2 cups ice cream of your choiceAdditional whipped cream, optional Preparation For each serving, place 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup in a 16-oz. glass. Stir in 1 tablespoon of whipped cream and 1-1/4 cups water until foamy. Add two scoops of ice cream. Top with additional whipped cream if desired.