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Ingredients 12 cups torn romaine3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced3 hard-boiled large eggs6 anchovy fillets1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup olive oil1-1/2 cups Caesar salad croutons3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes and cucumber. Slice eggs in half; remove yolks. (Refrigerate whites for another use....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup whole milk1/2 teaspoon each celery salt, garlic powder and pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish, combine the pasta, ham, corn, 1 cup cheese and 3/4 cup onions....

Ingredients 3/4 cup soy sauce1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup water1 garlic clove, minced4 pounds country-style pork ribs Preparation Combine the first four ingredients; stir to dissolve sugar. Pour into a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag; add ribs and turn to coat. Seal bag; refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat, turning occasionally, for 30-40 minutes or until juices run clear.

Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon brown sugar1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon ground mustardDash cayenne pepperCRAB CAKES:1 cup plain Greek yogurt2/3 cup crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)1/4 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red pepper1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 large egg white, lightly beaten1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1 pound lump crabmeat, drained1 tablespoon olive oilMinced fresh chives...

Ingredients 1 egg1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon butter, melted1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milk1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberriesOil for deep-fat fryingAdditional sugar Preparation In a bowl, beat egg; add sugar and butter. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; add to sugar mixture alternately with milk. Stir in cranberries. Heat oil in an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer to 375°....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons plain yogurt2 teaspoons minced green onion or chives1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt, optionalSalad greens and tomato wedges Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, onion, basil and salt if desired; mix well. Serve over greens and tomatoes.

Ingredients 1 cup butter-flavored shortening3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 cups crushed potato chips1 cup butterscotch chips Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in potato chips and butterscotch chips. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in....

Ingredients 1 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon seafood seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup buttermilk1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 to 5 pounds), cut up1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Place buttermilk and flour in separate shallow bowls. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in buttermilk and coat with bread crumb mixture....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled3 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon salt3 to 3-1/2 cups bread flour2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal1/2 pound ground beef1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small onion, chopped2 cans (8 ounces each) pizza sauce1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 package (3 ounces) sliced pepperoni1/2 pound deli ham, cubed1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese...

Ingredients 1 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. fresh lime juice 1 1/2 c. water 2 tbsp. rum 2 drop green food coloring ice-pop molds Wooden pop sticks Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, bring the sugar, lime juice, and water to a simmering boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the rum and food coloring. Cool the mixture, then pour it into ice-pop molds....

Ingredients 1 package (17-1/2 ounces) peanut butter cookie mix1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup chopped salted peanuts2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extractGANACHE:4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl combine the cookie mix and butter; stir in peanuts. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 10-12 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milkFILLING:1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1/2 cup shortening1/3 cup seedless raspberry jam1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 cup chopped onion1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and chopped, divided1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt8 large eggs2 cups 2% milk1 cup shredded provolone cheeseFresh rosemary sprigs, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt, optional 2 cups confectioners’ sugar24 unblanched almonds, toasted1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large bowl, mix coconut, potatoes, vanilla and, if desired, salt. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 1 hour. With hands dusted with confectioners’ sugar, shape mixture into twenty-four 1-in....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar3/4 cup vegetable oil4 large eggs2 teaspoons coconut extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sugar, oil, eggs and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk, stirring just until moistened. Fold in coconut and walnuts. Pour into two greased 8x4-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)1/3 cup ground coffee beans1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil2 celery ribs, chopped1 large carrot, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 cups chicken stock1-1/2 cups strong brewed coffee2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon coriander seeds1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon whole peppercorns, crushed1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)1 bay leaf10 hoagie or kaiser buns, split10 slices pepper jack cheese Preparation Cut roast into thirds....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed1 cup shredded zucchini1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon chili powder1 tablespoon canola oil10 flour or whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)Sour cream, salsa and guacamole, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Lightly brush oil over one side of each tortilla....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground coriander4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons lime juice1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation In a small dish, combine the salt, pepper and coriander. Sprinkle over salmon. In a nonstick skillet, cook salmon in oil over medium heat for 4 minutes on each side. Add the garlic, lime juice and hot pepper sauce. Reduce heat; cover and cook 3-4 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 2 c. water 1 tsp. salt 1 c. couscous c. raisins c. walnuts 1/4 c. lemon juice (from about 1 lemon) 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 6 tbsp. olive oil 2 carrots One 1 1/2-pound piece cooked turkey 5 oz. arugula Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, bring the water and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt to a boil. Stir in the couscous and raisins. Cover, remove from the heat, and let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 10 bacon strips, diced1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 quart heavy whipping cream1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1-1/4 cups shredded Swiss cheese3 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons cold waterMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. In the drippings, saute mushrooms and onion until tender, 5-7 minutes....