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Ingredients 1 cup soy sauce1/2 cup canola oil3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon ground ginger1 tablespoon ground mustard1 garlic clove, minced2 pork tenderloins (3/4 to 1 pound each)SWEET-AND-SOUR SAUCE:1/2 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon diced pimientos1/8 teaspoon paprikaDash saltFIRE-HOT MUSTARD:1/4 cup boiling water1/4 cup ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Combine the first six ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag; add pork and turn to coat. Seal bag; refrigerate overnight, turning meat several times....

Ingredients 1/2 cup tequila or reduced-sodium beef broth1 teaspoon grated lime zest1/2 cup lime juice4 garlic cloves, sliced1 teaspoon chili powder3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper4 poblano or sweet red peppers, halved and seeded4 jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded1 large sweet onion, cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices1-1/2 pounds beef skirt steaks or flank steak8 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation Whisk together first 7 ingredients. Divide mixture between 2 large bowls....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless turkey breast halves (2 pounds each)2/3 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup cider vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water20 Hawaiian sweet rolls2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Place turkey in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger and pepper; pour over turkey. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar4 large eggs1-1/2 cups chocolate syrup1 cup all-purpose flour6 mint creme Oreo cookies, choppedMINT CREAM:1/2 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon mint extract2 drops green food coloringAdditional mint creme Oreo cookies, crushed Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in chocolate syrup, then flour, just until blended....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg1-1/2 teaspoons whole milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 to 2 cups mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg, milk and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until blended. Divide dough into two portions; flatten....

Ingredients 1/2 cup All-Bran1/2 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the bran and milk; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in oil. Combine the remaining ingredients; stir into bran mixture just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups half full. Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon baking soda2 eggs3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup canola oil3 tablespoons milk1-1/2 cups diced peeled apples1 cup chopped walnuts3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and baking soda. In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, oil and milk. Stir in apples, nuts and coconut. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 cup quick-cooking oats1-1/4 cups buttermilk1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup vegetable oil1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 cup raisins Preparation In a small bowl, combine oats and buttermilk. In a small bowl, combine the egg, brown sugar and oil; stir in oat mixture. Combine the dry ingredients; stir into batter just until moistened. Fold in raisins....

Ingredients 1 fresh beef brisket (3 pounds)1-1/2 cups orange juice1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped dates1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation Place brisket in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over brisket. Cook, covered, on low 7-9 hours or until tender. Transfer brisket to a platter; keep warm. Discard cinnamon stick. Skim fat from cooking juices....

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Ingredients 1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for bowl 2/3 c. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. ground star anise 1 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 6 c. bread flour, divided 1 1/4 c. whole milk 4 large eggs, room temperature 1 tsp. orange blossom water 2 (1/4-ounce) packets instant dry yeast 1 large egg, beaten, for egg wash 1/4 c. freshly squeezed orange juice (from 1 large orange) 1/4 c....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked medium pasta shells1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup chopped fresh tarragon, basil, thyme or oregano or 1 tablespoon dried tarragon, basil, thyme or oregano1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the red pepper and garlic in butter and oil until tender....

Ingredients 2 cups torn mixed salad greens1/2 cup mandarin oranges1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toastedCITRUS VINAIGRETTE:3 tablespoons orange juice2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon olive oil1 teaspoon honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 garlic clove, minced Preparation Place greens on two serving plates; top with oranges and walnuts. In a blender, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until blended. Drizzle over salads.

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend8 slices pepperoni Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, crumble sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce and mushrooms. Drain pasta; add to sausage mixture. Transfer to a 1-qt....

Ingredients 2 plump lemongrass stalks 2 fresh hot red chiles Finely grated zest of 1 lime 1 c. sugar 1 lb. strawberries 1 lb. yellow- or white-fleshed melon such as Canary or Crenshaw 2 tbsp. slivered mint leaves 2 tsp. minced crystallized ginger 1/2 c. Crème fraîche Preparation Step 1Set a medium bowl in a large bowl filled with ice. In a medium saucepan, combine the lemongrass, chiles, lime zest, and sugar with 1 cup of water and bring to boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 3/4 pound bulk fresh chorizo or spicy pork sausage1 large onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cartons (32 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes3 cups frozen corn (about 16 ounces)1/2 cup sour creamOptional: Queso fresco and chopped fresh cilantro Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook and crumble chorizo over medium heat until cooked through, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 4-1/2 pounds pork baby back ribs1 bottle (2 liters) cola1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepperBARBECUE SAUCE:1/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup honey1/4 cup molasses1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Place the ribs in large resealable plastic bags; add cola. Seal bags and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard cola. Pat ribs dry with paper towels....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls2 cups thinly sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. On an ungreased baking sheet, unroll crescent dough into one long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Prick dough several times with a fork. Bake 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a bowl, toss mushrooms with melted butter; arrange on crust. Sprinkle with cheese and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked long grain rice1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/3 cup water1 to 2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes Preparation In a large skillet, saute the rice in butter for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Add celery and onion; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until the celery is tender....

Ingredients 2 cups water, divided1 cup rolled oats1/3 cup butter, softened1/3 cup honey1 tablespoon salt2 packages (1/4 ounce each ) active dry yeast1 large egg, room temperature4 to 5 cups all-purpose flourMelted butter, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup water to boiling. Stir in the oats, butter, honey and salt. Let stand until mixture cools to 110°-115°, stirring occasionally. Heat remaining water to 110°-115°. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....