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Ingredients 1 tablespoon ground mustard1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder3 pounds pork spareribs2/3 cup ketchup1/2 cup water1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Combine the first four ingredients; rub over ribs. For sauce, combine the remaining ingredients; set aside. Grill ribs, covered, over indirect heat and medium-low coals for 1 hour, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 3/4 to 1 cup refrigerated chocolate chip cookie doughCRUST:2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 26 squares)2 tablespoons sugar1/2 cup butter, meltedICE CREAM:2 cups half-and-half cream1 cup sugar2 cups heavy whipping cream6 teaspoons vanilla extract12 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed Preparation Pinch off small pieces of cookie dough; place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and freeze. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup butterscotch chips1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches) Preparation In a bowl, beat the butter, sugar, flour, eggs, and vanilla until well blended. Stir in nuts and chips. Pour into pie shell. Bake at 325° for 1 hour or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Ingredients 4 tilapia fillets (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/3 cup finely chopped celery2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted, divided2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 cup fat-free milk1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice3/4 teaspoon marinade for chickenDash hot pepper sauce1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1 cup lump crabmeat, drained4 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs, divided Preparation Sprinkle tilapia with pepper and salt. Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped1-3/4 cups sliced peeled tart apples1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted1 tablespoon grated orange zest1-3/4 cups sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon saltPastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Combine cranberries, apples, almonds and orange zest. In another bowl, mix sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; add to fruit mixture and toss gently....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped3 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup buttermilk1/4 cup water Preparation In a small saucepan, saute onion in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Transfer to a small bowl; set aside. In the same pan, melt remaining butter over medium-low heat. Combine the flour, salt, garlic powder and pepper; whisk into butter until smooth. Gradually add buttermilk and water....

Ingredients 2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese3 tablespoons minced chives1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1 teaspoon pepper6 ounces pepper jack cheese, grated Preparation In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until potatoes are tender, 6-8 hours. Top with cheese; stir to combine....

Ingredients 1 egg1/3 cup shredded carrot2/3 cup shredded potato1/3 cup shredded zucchini1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1-1/4 cups 2% milkMashed potatoesMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 pork loin crown roast (10 to 12 ribs, about 6 to 8 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon seasoned saltMUSHROOM DRESSING:1/4 cup butter, cubed1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup diced celery3 cups cubed day-old bread1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup apricot preserves1 cup whole fresh cranberries, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place roast, rib ends up, in a shallow roasting pan; sprinkle with seasoned salt. Cover rib ends with foil. Bake, uncovered, for 1-1/4 hours....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups whole milk3 large eggs3 tablespoons water2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1/8 teaspoon saltFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup creme de cacao1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedFUDGE SAUCE:3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup butter1/2 cup sugar2/3 cup half-and-half cream10 mint Andes candies, chopped, optional Preparation For batter, place the first 9 ingredients in a blender or food processor....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar3 large eggs1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1-1/3 cups whole milkFILLING:1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin3 tablespoons cold water1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; grease paper. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil1 small onion, chopped1 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped1 pound fresh chorizo, casings removed16 mini flour tortillasOptional: Fresh cilantro, sliced radishes, sliced jalapeno, lime wedges and salsa Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and poblano; cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Add chorizo; cook, breaking into small crumbles, until fully cooked and starting to char and crisp, 12-15 minutes. Drain....

Ingredients 6 medium green peppers1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 cup cooked long grain rice1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1 small tomato, seeded and chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Preparation Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place in ice water; invert onto paper towels....

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 teaspoons instant coffee granules2/3 cup coarsely chopped coffee beans, divided1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with parchment or waxed paper. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips and coffee granules on high for 45 seconds; stir. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals until smooth, stirring after each interval. Stir in 1/3 cup coffee beans. Spread into prepared pan....

Ingredients 2 celery ribs, chopped1/4 cup chopped onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups whole milk2 cups cubed fully cooked ham2 cups cubed cooked potatoes1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn3/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, saute the celery, onion and jalapeno in butter until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened6 tablespoons sugar6 tablespoons packed brown sugar1 large egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3 large sweet potatoes 1 package firm or extra-firm tofu 1/4 c. cornmeal 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. granulated sugar 3 tbsp. canola oil 3 tbsp. butter 1 tsp. brown sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place sweet potatoes on a sheet tray and bake until soft, about 1 hour. Place tofu on a paper-towel-lined plate. Cover with more towels and press down, then cover with a heavy plate for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/8 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup lump crabmeat, drained1 green onion, chopped14 wonton wrappersCooking spray Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, garlic salt and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Stir in crab and onion. Place 2 teaspoonfuls in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten edges with water; bring corners to center over filling and press edges together to seal. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 cups water, divided1-1/4 cups sugar2 to 3 cups cranberry juice1-1/2 cups lime juice (10 to 12 medium limes) 1 tablespoon grated lime zestIce cubesLime slices, optional Preparation Bring 1-1/2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Remove from heat; stir in juices, lime zest and remaining water. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve over ice and, if desired, with lime slices.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 egg1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1 cup unsweetened apple juice1 cup chopped walnuts2 ounces white baking chocolate, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour, coconut and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....