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Ingredients 4 cups chopped romaine1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 celery ribs, sliced1 medium tomato, chopped1/3 cup sliced Greek olives1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup finely chopped pepperonciniDRESSING:2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 tablespoons pepperoncini juice2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place first 7 ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to combine....

Ingredients 1 cup warm 2% milk (70° to 80°)1/4 cup water (70° to 80°)2 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon salt1/4 cup sugar5 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeastFILLING:2 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamonGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 5 teaspoons milk Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 2 medium unpeeled lemons, quartered1 medium unpeeled orange, quartered1/2 cup vegetable oil1 garlic clove, minced1 beef top sirloin steak (about 2-1/2 pounds and about 1-3/4 inches thick) Preparation In a skillet, cook the lemon and orange wedges in oil over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring often. Add garlic; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer. Place steak in a shallow glass baking dish; pierce meat every inch with a fork....

Ingredients 1/2 cup evaporated milk2 tablespoons ketchup1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauceDash pepper18 bacon strips (1 pound)3 cups crushed cornflakes Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Add bacon strips, turning to coat. Dip strips in crushed cornflakes, patting to help coating adhere. Place bacon on 2 racks; place each rack on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until golden and crisp, rotating pans halfway through baking, 25-30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups chopped imitation crabmeat1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives1/4 cup minced chives3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, crab, olives and chives. Unroll one tube of crescent dough into one long rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Spread with 1 cup cream cheese mixture; sprinkle with 1/4 cup of each cheese....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup butter, melted1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons salt5 to 6 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips1 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup chopped pecansGLAZE:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract5 to 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups water2/3 cup butter, cubed1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour5 large eggs, room temperatureFILLING:2 cups heavy whipping cream1/3 cup green creme de mentheGLAZE:1/3 cup butter, cubed2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped2 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 to 6 tablespoons hot waterAdditional confectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup peanut butter1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips4 teaspoons shortening Preparation In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter and marshmallow creme; add cereal and stir until well coated. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Roll cereal mixture into 1-in. balls. Dip in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on a waxed paper-lined pan. Refrigerate until set....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/3 cup chopped onion4 teaspoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups chicken broth1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth4 teaspoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat....

Ingredients SALTED RIM (OPTIONAL):1/2 teaspoon each coarse salt, celery salt, ground cumin, granulated garlic, paprika and ground mustard3 tablespoons dill pickle juiceBLOODY MARY:1-1/2 cups Clamato juice, chilled1/4 cup vodka2 tablespoons dill pickle juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauceIce cubes2 celery ribs2 pepperoni-flavored meat snack sticks2 dill pickle spears2 each pitted ripe and green olives Preparation If desired, to make salted rim, combine spices in a shallow dish....

Ingredients 8 cups shredded cabbage1/2 cup chopped dill pickles1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup milk1/4 cup dill pickle juice1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, pickles and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until smooth. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup butter, cubed1 tablespoon 2% milk1/2 cup ground pecans3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-2/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and milk. Cook and stir over medium heat 3-4 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in pecans, flour and vanilla. Drop by 1/2 teaspoonfuls 3 in. apart onto foil-lined baking sheets. Bake 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and lacy....

Ingredients MARINATED BEANS:1/3 cup olive oil2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or cilantro4 teaspoons brown mustard1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drainedVEGETABLE COMBO:2 medium tomatoes, diced1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 cup sliced celery1/2 cup sliced green onionsORANGE RICE:1-1/4 cups uncooked converted rice1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup chicken broth1/2 cup orange juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or cilantro1 tablespoon grated orange zest...

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 large egg whites, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/3 cups buttermilk1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2/3 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup coconut milkWHIPPED CREAM:1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/3 cup confectioners’ sugarToasted sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 18 muffin cups with paper liners. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 2 medium onions, thinly sliced1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up and skin removed2 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bay leaf1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained, or 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup white wine or waterHot cooked pastaOptional: shredded Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley...

Ingredients 6 potatoes, peeled and dicedWater1 can (16 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained4 cups whole milk1 large onion, diced4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until onion is soft....

Ingredients 6 cups cranberry-grape juice, chilled3 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled2 tablespoons lime juiceIce cubesLime slices and maraschino cherries, optional Preparation In a large pitcher, combine the cranberry-grape juice, soda and lime juice. Serve over ice; garnish servings with lime slices and cherries if desired.

Ingredients 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided1/2 cup yellow cornmeal1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 large onion, diced1 large fennel bulb, diced (about 1 cup)1 garlic clove, minced1 large egg yolk, beaten4 cups soft French or Italian bread crumbs3/4 cup dried cranberries2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon minced fresh sage1 teaspoon minced fresh savory1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a small bowl, whisk 1 cup broth, cornmeal, salt and pepper until smooth....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon red wine vinegar2 to 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a bowl, combine all the ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed, peeled and coarsely chopped1 large sweet onion, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and onion; cook and stir 10-12 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender....