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Ingredients 3/4 pound sliced bacon, chopped2 large onions2 medium carrots2 celery ribs2 medium parsnips2 small turnips3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken broth1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped3 small red potatoes, chopped2 bay leaves1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 cup half-and-half cream1/2 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings....

Ingredients 1/2 cup buttermilk3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper1 pound chicken tenderloins1 cup panko bread crumbs2 to 3 tablespoons fresh minced sageOil for fryingSalt to tasteRanch salad dressing, optional Preparation In a bowl, whisk buttermilk, salt, pepper sauce and pepper until blended. Add chicken, turning to coat; let stand 15 minutes. In a shallow bowl, toss bread crumbs with sage. In a deep skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 365°....

Ingredients 3 1/4 c. all-purpose flour c. Unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tbsp. ground ginger 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground cloves 1 tbsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 5 tbsp. unsalted butter c. solid vegetable shortening 1/2 c. packed dark brown sugar 1 large egg 1/2 c. molasses 2 oz. bittersweet chocolate 1 1/4 c. confectioners’ sugar 1 large egg white 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice...

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartarFROSTING:3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 4 tablespoons 2% milkOptional: Liquid or paste food coloring and assorted sprinkles Preparation Cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter1/2 cup vegetable oil2 ounces unsweetened chocolate1 cup water2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup buttermilkFROSTING:1/2 cup butter6 tablespoons 2% milk2 ounces unsweetened chocolate3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the butter, oil and chocolate. Cook and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted....

Ingredients 1/3 cup ground coffee (not instant coffee granules)3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup 2% milk2 to 3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cinnamon sticks, optionalWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a coffeemaker basket, combine the coffee and ground cinnamon. Prepare 4 cups brewed coffee according to manufacturer’s directions. Meanwhile, combine the milk, sugar, cocoa and vanilla in a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes or until small bubbles appear on the sides of the pan, stirring occasionally (do not boil)....

Ingredients 1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 cup orange juice6 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon pepper6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) Preparation Combine the first eight ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 4 cups loosely packed basil leaves1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 garlic cloves, halved1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted1/2 cup olive oil Preparation Place the basil, cheese, garlic and salt in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add nuts; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Store in an airtight container in the freezer up to 1 year.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onion, chopped1 medium leek (white portion only), thinly sliced2 ounces sliced pancetta or 2 bacon strips, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium potato, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups fresh baby spinach, cut into thin strips1 cup thinly sliced fresh kale1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained...

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1-1/2 teaspoons pepper, divided1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat3 tablespoons olive oil1 large sweet onion, finely chopped2 cartons (32 ounces each) beef broth1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1 cup medium pearl barley1 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesOptional: Additional red pepper flakes and minced fresh parsley Preparation In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry1/4 cup chopped pecans1-1/4 cups cold fat-free milk1/2 cup reduced-fat sour creamSugar substitute equivalent to 1/4 cup sugar1 package (.9 ounce) sugar-free instant banana pudding mix2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping1 tablespoon lemon juice2 medium bananas1/3 cup fresh blueberries Preparation Unroll pastry on a lightly floured surface. Sprinkle with pecans; lightly roll pecans into pastry. Transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)2 teaspoons hoisin sauce1 teaspoon sesame oil1/2 cup panko bread crumbs4 teaspoons sesame seeds2 teaspoons canola oil4 cups spring mix salad greens1 small green pepper, julienned1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium carrot, julienned1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons thinly sliced onion2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted1/4 cup reduced-fat sesame ginger salad dressing Preparation Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-in. thickness. Combine hoisin sauce and sesame oil; brush over chicken....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons water2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon saltFILLING:1/3 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar3 to 4 tablespoons milk1/8 teaspoon peppermint extractDash salt Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in the chocolate chips until melted and smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening3 tablespoons ice water2 medium baking apples3 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon half-and-half creamSAUCE:1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons Red Hots or 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon cornstarch2/3 cup water1 tablespoon butterAdditional half-and-half cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. With a fork, stir in water until dough forms a ball....

Ingredients 2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided3 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg2 egg whites1 cup buttermilk1/3 cup 2% milk1/3 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese3 tablespoons canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, beat the egg, egg whites, buttermilk, milk, ricotta cheese, oil and vanilla....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 8 whole crackers)1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup lemon juice4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups chopped fresh or frozen cranberries1 teaspoon grated orange zestOptional: Sugared cranberries and orange zest strips Preparation In a large bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 2 large egg whites2 teaspoons sesame oil1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 pounds turkey breast tenderloins, cut into 1/2-inch stripsCooking sprayDIPPING SAUCE:1/2 cup plum sauce1/3 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon cornstarch Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg whites and oil. In another shallow bowl, mix coconut, bread crumbs, sesame seeds and salt....

Ingredients 8 cups shredded cabbage1 cup vanilla yogurt1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 large red apples, chopped2 cups green grapes, halved2 celery ribs, thinly sliced3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1/2 cup golden raisins1/2 cup chopped dried apricots Preparation Place cabbage in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice and vinegar until combined. Pour over cabbage; toss to coat. Stir in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda 3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) melted butter 1 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 c. Cookies & Cream candies, such as Hershey’s, chopped and divided 1 1/2 c. Oreos, chopped and divided Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 9"-x-13" pan with parchment, leaving a 2" overhang on all sides....

Ingredients 3/4 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons chili sauce1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained2 cups shredded Swiss cheese12 ounces sliced deli corned beef20 slices rye bread1/2 cup butter, softenedThousand Island salad dressing, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese. Spread over all 20 slices of bread, about 1/4 cup on each. Top half the bread pieces with corned beef; top with remaining bread pieces, spread side down, to form sandwiches....