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Ingredients 2-1/4 cups water1 tablespoon butter2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules3/4 teaspoon ground cumin1 cup uncooked long grain rice1/3 cup picante sauce1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed2 green onions, sliced Preparation Place first 4 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in rice; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, 20-25 minutes. Stir in picante sauce; heat through. Gently stir in avocado and green onions....

Ingredients 12 unsliced croissants2 cups milk chocolate chips1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup milk4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup half-and-half cream3 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Cut a slit into the side of each croissant; fill with about 2 tablespoons chocolate chips. In a shallow bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon; whisk in milk until smooth. Whisk in the eggs, cream and vanilla. Dip croissants into egg mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt18 large marshmallowsICING:6 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons baking cocoa1/4 cup 2% milk1-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractPecan halves Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar, about 5 minutes. Add egg, milk and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mango chutney, divided1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons lime juice1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 green onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground turkey4 hamburger buns, splitFresh arugula or baby spinach leavesThinly sliced red onion Preparation For sauce, mix 1/4 cup chutney, mustard and lime juice. In a large bowl, combine parsley, green onions, salt, pepper and remaining chutney. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons orange juice3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 tablespoons tequila3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers....

Ingredients 4 salmon pieces, about 2 lb. kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp. minced garlic 1 small jalapeño, minced 4 Limes, juiced 3 tbsp. brown sugar 1 lb. green beans, cut into 2" pieces 1/4 c. Chopped cilantro Preparation Step 1Season salmon with salt and pepper; set aside. Step 2In a small sauce pan over medium-low heat, add olive oil, garlic, jalapeno and 1 tsp salt....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips, cut up1/4 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons water2 green onions with tops, sliced2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 to 10 cups torn leaf lettuce1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. To the hot drippings, add the vinegar, water, onions, sugar, salt and pepper, stirring until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup canola oil1-1/2 cups fresh whole kernel corn or frozen corn1 cup maple syrup1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperCooked whole kernel corn, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in corn....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/4 c. granulated sugar 8 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 eggs 3/4 c. shelled pistachios 1/2 c. dried cranberries 1 1/2 tbsp. finely grated orange zest 3 tbsp. medium-grind cornmeal 2 tbsp. raw (turbinado) sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside....

Ingredients 2 quarts water2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed French onion soup, undiluted1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3 cups chopped zucchini1 cup diced carrots1 cup sliced celery1 cup diced peeled potato1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, thyme and marjoram1/4 teaspoon pepper8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 cups broken uncooked wide egg noodles2 cans (15 ounces each) butter beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese4 cups cubed cooked roast beef, optional...

Ingredients 1/2 cup dried cranberries2 cups cake flour1/2 cup ground almonds1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:3/4 cup plus 1-1/2 cups sugar, divided2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup cranberry juice2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 large eggs, lightly beatenTOPPING:2 cups sour cream1/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup ground almonds1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation In a food processor, finely chop dried cranberries....

Ingredients 2 cups water4 small zucchini, thinly sliced1/8 teaspoon salt2 small tomatoes, cut into wedges2 slices red onion, separated into ringsVINAIGRETTE:3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add zucchini; cover and boil for 2-3 minutes. Drain and immediately place zucchini in ice water....

Ingredients 1 egg1/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cup mashed cooked carrots3 cups soft bread crumbs2 cups crushed cornflakes Preparation In a bowl, beat egg. Add mayonnaise, onion, oil, salt, pepper and carrots; mix well. Add the bread crumbs and mix thoroughly. (If mixture is to wet to handle, add more crumbs.) Shape into 10 to 12 patties coat with cornflakes. Place on a greased baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon canola oil1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained2/3 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham5 large eggs3 cups shredded Muenster or Monterey Jack cheese1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and mushrooms in oil until tender. Add spinach and ham; cook and stir until the excess moisture is evaporated. Cool slightly. Beat eggs; add cheese and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon grated onion1 tablespoon minced chives1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon curry powder1/8 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme, basil, parsley flakes and dill weed1 loaf (1 pound) white or rye bread2 medium cucumbers, scored and thinly slicedDiced pimientos and additional dill weed Preparation In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, cream cheese, onion, chives, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and seasonings....

Ingredients 1 c. pickled watermelon rind 1/4 c. diced red onion 1 tbsp. fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 c. diced yellow watermelon 5 c. peeled, seeded, and chopped cucumbers (about 5 medium) 1/4 small habanero chili 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 tsp. Sea salt freshly ground white pepper Preparation Step 1To make salsa: Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl, toss well, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas1/4 cup chopped dill pickles2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon dill pickle juice1 to 2 teaspoons honey Preparation Prepare peas according to package directions; drain. Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat.

Ingredients 2 cups self-rising flour2 cups sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 large egg, room temperature2 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes (without added butter or milk)1 cup canola oilGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk egg, sweet potatoes and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 large egg white1/8 teaspoon cream of tartarDash salt3 tablespoons sugar, divided1 tablespoon baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons finely chopped bittersweet chocolateBERRY SAUCE:2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon water1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawedGrated orange zest, optional Preparation Place egg white in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 275°. Add cream of tartar and salt; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, finely chopped3 tablespoons yellow curry paste 2 medium heads cauliflower, broken into florets1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable broth1 cup coconut milkMinced fresh cilantro, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 2-3 minutes. Add curry paste; cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add cauliflower and broth. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 20 minutes....