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Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta1 large onion, chopped1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup butter2 garlic cloves, minced1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped1/2 cup sour cream2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onions, mushrooms and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture....

Ingredients 5 garlic cloves, minced1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce1/4 cup olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch piecesSalt to taste1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute....

Ingredients 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup grape jelly or jelly of your choice8 slices sandwich bread2 large eggs1/4 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butterOptional: Sliced fresh strawberries and chopped salted peanutsConfectioners’ sugar or maple syrup Preparation Spread peanut butter and jelly over 4 slices of bread. Top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk until blended. On a griddle, melt butter over medium heat. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup water1 tablespoon lemon juice2 cups sliced peeled fresh peaches1 cup blueberriesTOPPING:1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, softened Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes; stir in fruit. Pour into a 2-qt. baking dish....

Ingredients 4 portions refrigerated ready-to-bake sugar cookie dough4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, melted2 tablespoons sugar1 large egg white, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:4-1/2 teaspoons cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon malted milk powder1 teaspoon baking cocoa2/3 cup whipped topping1 tablespoon chocolate syrup Preparation Line a 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan with foil. Press cookie dough onto bottom of pan. Bake at 325° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 2 cups cold buttermilk1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained1 package (11-1/2 ounces) fudge-striped shortbread cookies, coarsely crushed Preparation In a bowl, whisk the buttermilk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in whipped topping and oranges. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Fold in crushed cookies.

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup frozen nonalcoholic margarita mix, thawed1/3 cup canola oil3 large eggs, room temperatureKEY LIME FROSTING:3 to 4 tablespoons Key lime juice, divided1 tablespoon meringue powder1 teaspoon water3-1/2 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup vegetable shorteningOptional: Lime zest and lime slices Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 20 muffin cups with paper liners. Combine the first 4 ingredients. Beat on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes1 medium green pepper, julienned1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 cup pitted ripe olives1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano2 tablespoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add chicken; cook for 6-8 minutes or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey1-1/2 cups sour cream, divided3 teaspoons taco seasoning, divided1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted, divided1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup salsa1/4 cup sliced ripe olives10 flour tortillas (6 inches)Shredded lettuceChopped tomatoesAdditional salsa and sliced ripe olives, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine turkey, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1-1/2 teaspoons taco seasoning, half the soup, 1 cup cheese, onion, salsa and olives....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, finely chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drainedSalt and Pepper to taste Preparation Crumble the beef into a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Add onion; mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, chili powder and mustard; mix well....

Ingredients 1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, finely chopped1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup butter, softened1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in mozzarella cheese and parsley. Cut baguette into 24 slices; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with olive mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided 3-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided 2 frozen deep-dish pie crusts (9 inches)3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed 1/2 cup butter, softened3 large eggs1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup evaporated milk1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmegConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle half the mixture in the bottoms of both pie crusts; bake until lightly browned, 7-10 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 egg1/2 cup sour cream6 tablespoons butter, melted3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, pecans, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg, sour cream, butter and orange juice concentrate. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 cup chopped onion2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 package (9 ounces) frozen cubed cooked chicken, thawed1/4 cup frozen peas2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup milk4 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the broccoli, red pepper, onion and carrots in oil until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/4 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon prepared mustardDash pepper1 celery rib, chopped2 tablespoons chopped onion1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard and pepper. Stir in celery and onion. Fold in macaroni and egg. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 10 large potatoes, peeled and quartered1 cup sour cream1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened6 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons dried minced onion1/2 to 1 teaspoon saltPaprika Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven or large kettle; cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain potatoes and place in a bowl; mash. Add sour cream, cream cheese, 4 tablespoons butter, onion and salt; stir until smooth and the cream cheese and butter are melted....

Ingredients 6 cups frozen chopped broccoli1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup egg substitute1 small onion, finely chopped3 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup reduced-fat butter-flavored crackers (about 6 crackers)Refrigerated butter-flavored spray Preparation Place 1 in. of water and broccoli in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 can (13.66 ounces) coconut milk1 medium mango, peeled and chopped4 green onions, sliced1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil, divided1/4 cup miso paste2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce2 cups cooked jasmine rice2 medium limes, quartered Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta2 cups cubed cooked chicken1-1/4 cups salsa con queso dip1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 large tomato, chopped3 green onions, sliced1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, dip, milk and salt. Drain pasta; return to pan. Stir in chicken mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 packaged pie dough crust 1 1/2 c. sugar 3 tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 large eggs 3/4 c. evaporated milk 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. salt whipped cream Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Ease the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges decoratively. Prick the crust lightly with a fork. Line the crust with foil or parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans....