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Ingredients 2 lb. russet potatoes 2 lb. parsnips 2 clove garlic 1 tbsp. salt 1 c. buttermilk 3 tbsp. butter 4 large scallions Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Put potatoes, parsnips, garlic, and salt into a large pot. Add enough water to cover by 2 inches; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.Step 2Drain well, then press mixture through a potato ricer or food mill and return to pot; discard any remaining solids....

Ingredients 1/3 cup lemon juice1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup water2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons paprika1-1/2 teaspoons salt2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well. Shake again before serving. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 9 medium potatoes, unpeeled1 cup milk1 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 pounds shredded sharp cheddar cheese Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 30-40 minutes or until tender. Drain and refrigerate several hours or overnight. Peel potatoes and coarsely shred. In a saucepan, heat the milk, cream, salt, mustard, pepper and nutmeg over medium heat until bubbles form around side of pan....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)3 large eggs1/2 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup milk chocolate chips2/3 cup shortening1/3 cup butter, softened3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractGARNISH:1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil and vanilla; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes (mixture will be sticky)....

Ingredients 4 cups sugar2 cups water1 medium orange, quartered, thinly sliced and seeds removed1 medium lemon, quartered, thinly sliced and seeds removed1 medium lime, quartered, thinly sliced and seeds removed5 cups fresh blueberries Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, water, orange, lemon and lime slices; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until fruit is tender. Add blueberries; increase heat to medium-high. Cook and stir 25-30 minutes or until slightly thickened....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons cornstarch4 teaspoons soy sauce1 teaspoon sesame oil1 teaspoon oyster sauce1/4 teaspoon ground gingerDash cayenne pepper1/2 cup cold water1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons canola oil, divided8 green onions, cut into 1-inch lengths2/3 cup lightly salted cashews2 garlic cloves, mincedHot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients until smooth; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 lb. fresh egg noodles 2 tbsp. sesame oil 1 tbsp. dark soy sauce 2 eggs 1 pinch salt 1 tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil 2 tbsp. sesame seed paste 2 tbsp. dark soy sauce 2 clove garlic 2 scallions 1 tbsp. white rice vinegar 2 tsp. sugar 2 tsp. hot oil (chili oil) 1/2 tsp. salt 1 cucumber 1/2 lb. roast pork Preparation Step 1Cook the noodles in a large pot of boiling water 4 to 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup uncooked couscous1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped6 green onions, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroDRESSING:2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperPine nuts, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until broth is absorbed....

Ingredients 1 medium mango, peeled and chopped1/2 cup salsa2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 green onion, finely choppedCORN CAKES:4 large eggs, room temperature2/3 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup cornmeal4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup butter, melted1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed4 green onions, chopped1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarPOACHED EGGS:1 tablespoon white vinegar6 large eggs Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mango, salsa, cilantro and onion; set aside....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup Sourdough Starter2 large eggs. room temperature1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon salt6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flourMelted butter Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the Sourdough Starter, eggs, sugar, oil, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cup chicken broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 to 2 bay leaves2/3 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup finely chopped onion3 tablespoons vegetable oil4 to 5 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (about 1 pound)2/3 cup half-and-half cream or milk Preparation In a 2-qt. saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in broth until smooth. Add salt, pepper and bay leaves. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 bag frozen organic cranberries 1 c. freshly squeezed organic orange juice 3/4 c. water 1 c. organic evaporated cane juice crystals 2 c. Greek-style low-fat organic yogurt 4 tbsp. maple syrup 2 c. whole organic cornmeal 1 c. whole-wheat pastry flour 1 c. organic rye flour 2 tsp. aluminum-free baking powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 c. organic low-fat buttermilk 1/4 c. organic honey 2 large organic free-range eggs...

Ingredients 1 medium orange, halved and thinly sliced1 medium apple, quartered and thinly sliced1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1 bottle (32 ounces) cranberry juice1 bottle (750 ml) zinfandel or other fruity red wine1 cup simple syrup1/2 cup orange liqueurIce cubesGARNISHES:Optional: Thinly sliced oranges, thinly sliced apples and fresh cranberries Preparation In a large pitcher, combine the first 7 ingredients; refrigerate overnight. Serve over ice; garnish with oranges, apples and cranberries if desired....

Ingredients 5 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced1 bunch green onions with tops, chopped1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup evaporated milk1/4 cup vinegar1/4 cup sugar2 drops hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon onion salt Preparation Combine cucumbers and green onions in a large bowl. Cover and let stand for 1 hour. Combine all remaining ingredients; pour over cucumber mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for several hours....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked egg noodles1 pound swordfish steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle swordfish with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, saute swordfish in oil for 5-6 minutes or until opaque....

Ingredients 2 packages (7.4 ounces each) ready-to-serve white sticky rice1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 cups thinly sliced Brussels sprouts1 cup julienned carrots1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 teaspoon sesame oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1 tablespoon water4 large eggsMinced fresh chivesAdditional pepper Preparation Cook rice according to package directions; cool slightly. Press a fourth of the rice into a 1/2-cup measuring cup that has been moistened lightly with water; invert onto a large sheet of plastic wrap....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon prepared horseradish2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided4 tilapia fillets (5 ounces each)1/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 teaspoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Mix the first 4 ingredients and 1 tablespoon cheese. Place tilapia on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; spread evenly with mayonnaise mixture. Toss bread crumbs with melted butter and remaining cheese; sprinkle over fillets....

Ingredients 8 cups torn romaine1 medium cucumber, sliced1 cup halved cherry tomatoes1 small red onion, sliced and separated into ringsCREAMY DILL DRESSING:1/2 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup canola oil3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 teaspoons minced fresh dill1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon white pepper Preparation In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine, cucumber, tomatoes and onion. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; cover and shake well....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar3 large eggs4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 cup waterFILLING:1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract3 to 4 drops green food coloring, optionalICING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Line two greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar, divided1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup finely grated orange zest1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted Preparation Cream butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes. On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness....