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Ingredients 1 c. mayonnaise 3 tbsp. ketchup 1 tbsp. sweet pickle relish 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 clove garlic 1 tsp. Tabasco 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/4 tsp. sweet smoked paprika 1/4 tsp. chili powder salt Freshly ground pepper 3/4 lb. asparagus 2 romaine hearts 1 seedless cucumber 4 large radishes 4 medium tomatoes 4 hard-cooked eggs 1 lb. crabmeat Preparation Step 1Prepare the dressing: In a bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the ketchup, relish, lemon juice, garlic, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and chili powder, and season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3 cups bourbon1 cup dried cranberries1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)4 orange zest strips (3 inches)ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY MANHATTAN (for each serving):Ice cubes3/4 ounce sweet vermouthDash bittersADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY OLD-FASHIONED (for each serving):1 orange slice4 dried cranberries2 dashes bittersIce cubes3 ounces lemon-lime soda1 teaspoon orange juice Preparation In an airtight glass container, combine bourbon, cranberries, cinnamon stick and orange zest. Store in a cool, dry place 2-4 weeks. Strain, discarding cranberries, cinnamon and orange zest....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped1/2 cup chopped dried apricots1 teaspoon grated orange zestAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, cranberries, apricots and orange zest until blended. Chill until serving. Serve with crackers.

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked penne pasta2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup sliced green onions2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth1 teaspoon minced garlic1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/3 cup water1 cup heavy whipping cream2 cups cubed cooked chicken2 tablespoons capers, drained1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup diced onion1 cup chopped green pepper2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups half-and-half cream8 ounces Mexican process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/4 cup Creole mustard or other spicy mustard2 pounds flounder fillets1-1/2 teaspoons Creole seasoning2 pounds cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation In a large skillet, saute the onion, green pepper, garlic and parsley in butter until tender....

Ingredients 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm whole milk (70° to 80°)1/4 cup water (70° to 80°)1 large egg1/4 cup butter, softened3 cups bread flour2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons active dry yeast2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In order suggested by manufacturer, place all ingredients except melted butter in bread machine pan. Select dough setting. Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1-2 tablespoons water or flour if needed....

Ingredients 2 c. chicken stock or low-sodium broth 1/4 c. seedless tamarind pulp (see Tips & Techniques) 1/4 c. Chinese black vinegar or balsamic vinegar 2 clove garlic 1 tbsp. finely grated fresh ginger 1 dried red chile 2 tbsp. honey or agave nectar 1/2 lb. dried thin egg noodles 5 tbsp. vegetable oil 4 boneless chicken thighs salt freshly ground white pepper 12 basil leaves Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pork crown roast (14 ribs and about 8 pounds)Foil or paper frills for rib ends Preparation In a small bowl, combine the parsley, oil, salt and pepper; rub over roast. Place on a rack in a large shallow roasting pan. Cover rib ends with pieces of foil. Bake at 350° for 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided 1/2 cup slivered almonds1/2 cup sunflower kernels2 packages (14 ounces each) coleslaw mix12 green onions, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/3 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup sugar1/8 teaspoon pepper2 packages (3 ounces each) chicken ramen noodles Preparation In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add almonds and sunflower kernels; cook until toasted, about 4 minutes. Cool....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (5 to 6 pounds)4 garlic cloves, sliced2 large onions, sliced1 cup orange juice1 cup lime juice2 tablespoons dried oregano2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepperSANDWICHES:4 loaves (1 pound each) French bread3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 to 1 cup yellow mustard24 thin sandwich pickle slices2-1/4 pounds sliced deli ham2-1/4 pounds Swiss cheese, sliced Preparation Cut sixteen 1-in. slits in pork; insert garlic slices. In a large bowl, combine the onions, orange juice, lime juice and seasonings....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon curry powder2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup raisins2 medium peaches, sliced1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens Preparation Mix mayonnaise and curry powder; toss gently with chicken, walnuts and raisins. Serve chicken mixture and peaches over greens.

Ingredients 1/2 c. warm fudge topping 1/2 c. warm butterscotch topping 1/2 c. warm peanut butter topping 1 medium banana, sliced in 1/2" slices 1 cinnamon spice cupcake, quartered 1 angel food cupcake, quartered 2 scoops vanilla ice cream 2 scoops chocolate ice cream 2 scoops strawberry ice cream 1 scoop mint chocolate chip ice cream 1 scoop coffee ice cream 3 tbsp. chocolate syrup 1/4 c. marshmallow creme 1/4 c....

Ingredients 4 cups Rice Chex4 cups Chocolate Chex4 cups Honey Nut Chex2 cups coarsely chopped pecans, toasted1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup light corn syrup1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a large bowl, combine cereals and pecans. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2 minutes, stirring once. Whisk in baking soda....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 cups salsa1 cup frozen corn1/4 cup water3/4 teaspoon ground cumin3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup uncooked instant rice1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided4 medium green peppers, halved lengthwiseSliced canned jalapeno peppers, optional Preparation Crumble beef into a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes; stir. Cook on high 30-60 minutes longer or until the meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons butter3/4 cup sliced almonds1 tablespoon sugarDRESSING:1/4 cup canola oil3 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons brown sugarSALAD:8 cups torn leaf lettuce1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped2 green onions, chopped1 can (3 ounces) crispy rice noodles1/3 cup sunflower kernels Preparation In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add almonds and cook over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until sugar is melted....

Ingredients 8 slices bread, lightly toasted1-1/2 cups milk1/4 cup butter, cubed5 eggs, lightly beaten3 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup packed brown sugar Preparation Remove crusts from bread; cut into 1/2-in. cubes. Place in a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. In a large saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan; remove from the heat. Stir in butter until melted....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/2 to 3/4 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup olive oil3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon sour cream1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard Preparation In a large bowl, combine the spinach, pecans and cranberries. In a bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons lemon juice1 cup cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mixAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream, vanilla, lemon juice, milk and pudding mix, beating well after each addition. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. Serve as a dip for fruit....

Ingredients 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, cut into 3/4-inch slices1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped2 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce2 teaspoons chili powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided2 cups frozen peasHot cooked thin spaghetti Preparation Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups 2% milk1-1/2 cups coconut milk1-1/2 cups cold cooked brown rice1/4 cup maple syrup1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced1/4 cup sliced almonds, toastedToasted sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to maintain a low simmer. Cook, uncovered, 35-45 minutes or until rice is soft and milk is almost absorbed, stirring occasionally....