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Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup butter2-1/2 cups water2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) cream-style corn4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes2 cups milk1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 teaspoon pepperMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the water, corn and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 16-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the milk, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons apple jelly1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped24 leaves Belgian endive1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and jelly until smooth. Stir in blue cheese and cranberries. Spoon heaping teaspoonfuls onto each endive leaf. Sprinkle with pecans.

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon olive oil1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa1 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup water1 tablespoon honey2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cumin2 cups hot cooked couscous1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil until browned on both sides. In a small bowl, combine the salsa, cranberries, water, honey, garlic, cinnamon and cumin; mix well....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper3/4 cup finely chopped green pepper1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepperTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, peppers, onion and parsley. Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar and seasonings; pour over corn mixture and toss gently to coat....

Ingredients 4 cups finely chopped sweet onions1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth6 garlic cloves, minced1 bay leaf2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sour creamAssorted crackers or fresh vegetables Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the onions, butter, wine, garlic and bay leaf. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until onions are tender and golden brown....

Ingredients 5 cups cooked spiral pasta1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 medium onion, chopped1 cup chopped cucumber1 small green pepper, chopped2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2/3 cup sliced pepperoncini10 radishes, sliced1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/4 cups ranch salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 envelope taco seasoning1/2 cup butter, melted1-3/4 cups crushed corn chips2-1/2 pounds chicken wingettes and drummettes Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, mix flour and taco seasoning. Place melted butter and corn chips in separate shallow bowls. Dip wings in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in butter, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 2 cups raisins3/4 pound pitted dates3/4 cup sugar2 small navel oranges, peeled and quartered1/3 pound dried figs1/3 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup waterDOUGH:1 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup 2% milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking sodaGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Place the first 7 ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped....

Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup sparkling or dry white wine1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1 tablespoon Key lime juice1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint1-1/2 teaspoons molasses1 teaspoon sugar1 garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon grated lime zest1/2 teaspoon pepperCOLESLAW:3 English cucumbers, julienned2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach, coarsely chopped1 cup fresh snow peas, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted1 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients....

Ingredients 5 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced4 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1 small green pepper, chopped2 teaspoons canning salt1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup white vinegar Preparation In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, carrots, onion and green pepper. Sprinkle with salt; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Combine sugar and vinegar. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1 medium sweet onion 2 large garlic cloves 2 tbsp. medium-hot Madras curry powder 7 lb. Winter Squash 8 c. Rich Turkey Stock 3/4 lb. sharp white Cheddar cheese 1 tsp. cumin seeds 2 tbsp. sliced blanched almonds Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a large stockpot, melt the butter in the vegetable oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook over high heat, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients BLOND LAYER:6 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons baking powderCHOCOLATE LAYER:10 tablespoons butter, cubed1-1/3 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 eggs2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 tubes white decorating gel1 cup M&M’s miniature baking bits Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) chocolate wafer cookies, crushed3/4 cup sugar, divided1/2 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) plus 3 ounces cream cheese, softened, divided3 large eggs, divided use, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled1-1/3 cups sour cream, divided1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 teaspoon almond extractCHOCOLATE GLAZE:3 ounces semisweet chocolate2 tablespoons butter1/3 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractChopped pecans, optional...

Ingredients 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 cup olive oilCooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation Place cilantro and cheese in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add walnuts and lime juice; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with shrimp.

Ingredients 1/4 cup red-hot candies1/4 cup water1 package (6 ounces) raspberry or cherry gelatin1-3/4 cups boiling water1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1-3/4 cups cold water1 medium tart apple, peeled and chopped1/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a heavy saucepan, cook and stir candies and water until candies are melted. In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. stir in candy mixture and cinnamon. stir in cold water. Cover and refrigerate until partially set....

Ingredients 4 cups torn romaine3 medium grapefruit, peeled and sectioned3 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced1/3 cup salad croutonsRaspberry vinaigrette salad dressing Preparation Arrange the romaine, grapefruit, oranges and avocados on eight individual salad plates. Sprinkle with croutons. Serve with salad dressing.

Ingredients 1 cup ketchup3 tablespoons packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon yellow mustard2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 to 2 tablespoons water, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered until slightly thickened, 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 10 to 12 mint leaves, plus more for garnish 2 oz. light rum 1 oz. lime juice 1/2 oz. simple syrup Soda water Preparation Step 1Add mint, rum, lime juice, and simple syrup to a Collins glass. Gently muddle the mint leaves for 15 to 20 seconds; do not break the leaves.Step 2Fill the glass with ice and top off with soda. Stir the drink slightly, garnish with a sprig of mint and serve....

Ingredients 14 whole graham crackers1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedCHEESECAKE:5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups sugar1-1/4 cups sour cream1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice5 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup sweetened shredded coconutCOMPOTE:6 cups chopped fresh rhubarb (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 cup sugar1/2 cup orange juice or waterAdditional toasted coconut, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-3/4 cups fat-free milk2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation In a small bowl, combine salt and pepper. Sprinkle half over the cod; set remaining salt mixture aside. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook fillets until fish flakes easily with a fork....