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Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed2 cups spring mix salad greens1 medium tomato, chopped1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese2 tablespoons chopped pitted Greek olives1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon dried oregano4 slices sourdough bread, toasted and halved Preparation In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon oil, garlic and salt; brush over mushrooms. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups baby spinach2 cups torn leaf lettuce1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup sliced red onion1/4 cup mandarin oranges1/4 cup sliced fresh mushroomsDRESSING:2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon minced fresh basilPepper to taste Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, lettuce, red pepper, onion, oranges and mushrooms. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1-1/2 cups sour cream2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cubed1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine eggs and sour cream. Add the corn, Monterey Jack cheese, bread crumbs and pepper; mix well. Pour into a greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35 minutes. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes3 tablespoons olive oil2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth2 cups chopped onions1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup dry red wine1 tablespoon curry powder1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/2 cups golden raisinsHot cooked couscous, optional Preparation Place flour in a large shallow dish; add beef and turn to coat....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked mostaccioli1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced1 small yellow summer squash, quartered and sliced1 small zucchini, halved and sliced1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper1/2 cup diced green pepper1/2 cup sliced ripe olives3 to 4 green onions, choppedDRESSING:1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup white wine vinegar1/3 cup canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard3/4 teaspoon dried minced onion3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream, divided1 cup milk chocolate chips6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 teaspoon shortening1 package (4-3/4 ounces) ice cream sugar conesHalloween sprinkles12 thin chocolate wafers (2-1/4-inch diameter) Preparation For mousse, in a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup cream to a boil; remove from the heat. Stir in chocolate chips until smooth. Transfer to a bowl; cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, beat the remaining cream until stiff peaks form; fold into the chocolate mixture....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups sugar2 large egg yolks, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 cups all-purpose flourFROSTING:3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened1 tablespoon shortening1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 5 tablespoons 2% milkFood coloring of choice, optionalAssorted sprinkles or candies, optional Preparation Beat butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Divide dough into 4 portions; shape each into a disk....

Ingredients 3/4 cup crushed vanilla wafers (about 22 wafers)2 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:1-1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin2 tablespoons cold water1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 cup marshmallow creme1-1/2 cups whipped topping1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Preparation In a small bowl, combine wafer crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of 6-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray; set aside. In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute....

Ingredients Royal icing Pink or green gel paste or liquid gel food coloring 1 heart, star, fish, or fruit-shaped sugar candy Yellow gel paste or liquid gel food coloring 3 silver dragees 4-inch one-piece-shaped Sugar Cookie Cutouts Preparation Step 1Mix together 1 cup royal icing with the pink or green food coloring until desired shade is reached. Transfer to a small squirt bottle fitted with a thick tip. Outline cookie with pink or green icing....

Ingredients 1 cup diced celery3 tablespoons chopped onion1 tablespoon grated orange zest1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons orange juice1-1/3 cups water1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice Preparation In a 3-qt. saucepan, saute celery, onion and orange zest in butter until tender but not brown. Add salt. Combine orange juice and water; add to celery mixture. Bring to a boil. Stir in the rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1/4 cup zesty Italian salad dressing1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a serving bowl. Add the remaining ingredients; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast (4 pounds)2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup honey3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons dried basil2 tablespoons minced garlic2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cold water Preparation Cut roast in half. Place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the cheese, honey, soy sauce, basil, garlic, oil and salt; pour over pork. Cover and cook on low for 5-1/2 to 6 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni3/4 pound lean ground turkey1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/2 cup shredded carrot1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 cup water1 envelope sloppy joe mix1 small onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground mustard3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups 2% milk1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce8 ounces reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups water1 cup uncooked couscous1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup frozen peas, thawed1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted1/3 cup chopped red onion3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Place water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 large oven roasting bag4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons garlic salt2 teaspoons onion salt2 teaspoons pepper1 to 3 tablespoons liquid smoke, optional1 fresh beef brisket (about 4 pounds)1 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons ground mustard3 drops hot pepper sauce Preparation Shake flour in the oven bag; place in ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Combine the Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, onion salt, pepper and liquid smoke if desired; rub over both sides of brisket....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 envelope taco seasoning3/4 cup water3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup sour cream1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1 package (1 pound) egg roll wrappers (14 count)1 large egg white, lightly beatenOil for deep-fat fryingSalsa and additional sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups whole milk1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons honey1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup chopped nutsSliced fresh peaches, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Combine eggs, milk, butter and honey; stir into dry ingredients and mix well. Fold in oats and nuts. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium head iceberg lettuce or 1 bunch leaf lettuce, torn1 large onion, sliced into rings Preparation In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk, vinegar, salt and pepper until smooth; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels to drain, reserving drippings....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons grated orange zest (about 1 medium orange)1/3 cup orange juiceBoiling water2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 large egg2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Place orange zest in a small bowl. Pour juice in a measuring cup; add enough boiling water to measure 1 cup. Pour over orange zest; let stand for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 3 cups lemon-lime soda3/4 cup orange-flavored vodka1/2 cup cranberry juice6 tablespoons Triple SecIce cubesGARNISH:Fresh cranberries Preparation In a pitcher, combine the soda, vodka, cranberry juice and Triple Sec. Serve over ice. Garnish with cranberries.