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Ingredients 6 dried ancho or guajillo chiles or a mixture (about 3 ounces) 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cumin2-2/3 cups water, divided 1 bottle (46 ounces) V8 juice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef brothSliced seeded jalapeno peppers, optional Preparation In an enameled cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat, toast chiles 2-3 minutes (do not burn)....

Ingredients 8 cups water, divided6 tea bags1 to 2 mint sprigs3-1/2 teaspoons Crystal Light lemonade drink mix2 cups orange juiceIce cubes Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring 1 qt. of water to a boil. Add tea bags and mint. Cover and steep for 10 minutes. Strain; discard tea bags and mint. In a large container, combine lemonade mix and remaining water. Stir in the tea and orange juice. Cool. Serve over ice....

Ingredients 3/4 cup lime juice1/2 cup olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips3 small zucchini, julienned2 small yellow summer squash, julienned2 medium green peppers, julienned2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned12 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; divide the mixture between two large resealable plastic bags. Add chicken to one and vegetables to the other; seal bags and turn to coat....

Ingredients 2 quarts water3 pounds fresh or frozen cranberries5 cups sugar5 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)ADDITIONAL INGREDIENT FOR CRANBERRY COOLER:1 liter ginger ale, chilledADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRAN-APPLE DRINK:2 cups apple juice, chilled2 cups club soda, chilledADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY-LEMON SPARKLE:1-1/2 quarts cold water1-1/2 quarts ginger ale, chilled1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawedADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY TEA:2 cups club soda, chilled2 cups iced tea, chilled Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring the water, cranberries, sugar and cinnamon to a boil....

Ingredients 2 domestic ducklings (4 to 5 pounds each)2 medium navel oranges, quartered2 sprigs fresh rosemary1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, divided4 cups orange juice1 cup chicken broth1/4 cup soy sauce2 teaspoons sugar2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot2/3 cup orange marmalade Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Pierce duckling skin all over with a fork. Place 4 orange quarters, 1 sprig of rosemary and 1/4 cup cranberries in each duckling cavity; tie drumsticks together....

Ingredients 2 slice OSCAR MAYER bacon 1/2 lb. kale 4 eggs 1 tbsp. milk 1 tsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard 2 tsp. butter 1/2 c. KRAFT Shredded Triple Cheddar Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Cook and stir bacon in small nonstick skillet until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings in skillet. Drain bacon on paper towels. Add kale to reserved drippings; cook on medium heat 5 to 6 min....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken3 tablespoons chopped celery3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons chopped water chestnuts4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish4 teaspoons diced pimientos, drained1 tablespoon chopped pecans1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 lettuce leaves1 hard-boiled large egg, sliced Preparation In a bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Serve on lettuce-lined plates. Garnish with egg slices.

Ingredients 20 blue cheese-stuffed olives, divided6 hard-boiled large eggs3 tablespoons mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons vodka1/2 teaspoon olive juice1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Finely chop eight olives and set aside. Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks. In a small bowl, mash yolks. Add the chopped olives, mayonnaise, parsley, vodka, olive juice and cayenne; mix well. Stuff or pipe into egg whites....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup unsweetened applesauce1/2 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup egg substitute1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup sliced almonds Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk the applesauce, milk, egg substitute and vanilla until smooth. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill three-fourths full with batter....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup ground hazelnuts1/4 cup packed brown sugarDash salt1/2 cup cold butter, cubed3 to 5 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:3 large eggs, separated1/3 cup butter, softened1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons amaretto or 1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 cup ground hazelnuts2 tablespoons baking cocoa6 canned pear halves, drained, sliced and patted dry2 tablespoons honey, warmedConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix flour, hazelnuts, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 20 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (about 2 cups)6 tablespoons sugar4 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup white baking chips4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup peppermint crunch baking chipsGANACHE:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup heavy whipping creamOptional: whipped cream and peppermint crunch baking chips or peppermint striped white chocolate kisses...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon honey4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound)1 cup finely crushed tortilla chips1 jar (16 ounces) salsa2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the lime juice, oil and honey. Dip chicken in lime juice mixture, then coat with tortilla chips. Place in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg yolk, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flourRed paste food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla; gradually beat in flour. Divide dough in half; mix food coloring into 1 half. Roll each dough portion into a 6-in. square. Wrap each in plastic; refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted1 teaspoon ground cinnamonADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1/2 cup shortening1 large egg1/2 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Transfer to a 1-qt. resealable plastic bag. In a snack-size plastic bag, combine brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon. Store bags in a cool, dry place or in freezer up to 3 months....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined 3 tablespoons butterSAUCE:2 tablespoons olive oil1 small shallot, chopped5 garlic cloves1 cup dry white wine2 cups heavy whipping cream2 plum tomatoes, diced6 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine flour, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper in a shallow dish....

Ingredients 3 packages (6 ounces each) crushed corn bread stuffing mix11 cups cubed cooked turkey2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese Preparation Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Add turkey and cheddar cheese. In a large bowl, combine soups and milk....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/4 teaspoon minced garlicPaprikaAssorted crackers or vegetables Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. To serve chilled, cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with paprika. To serve warm, spoon into a greased 3-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 4 large sweet potatoes1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/3 cup maple syrup1/4 cup cranberry juice1/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh chives Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Scrub sweet potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Bake 1 hour or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream1 tablespoon Dijon mustard3 cups cooked wild rice1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained12 thin slices fully cooked ham (about 3/4 pound)1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour, dill, garlic salt and pepper until smooth and bubbly....

Ingredients 8 cups miniature marshmallows6 tablespoons butter, cubed12 cups Rice Krispies12 wooden pop sticks1 cup white baking chips1/2 teaspoon shorteningRed, white and blue sprinkles Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat marshmallows and butter until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in cereal and mix well. Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cut with a 3-in. star-shaped cookie cutter. Insert a wooden pop stick into the side of each star; place on waxed paper....