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Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 pounds lamb stew meat (3/4-inch pieces)1 large onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/3 cup tomato paste1/2 cup dry red wine1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided 1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 medium cucumber1 cup plain yogurt16 pita pocket halves, warmed 4 plum tomatoes, sliced Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown lamb in batches. Transfer lamb to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, reserving drippings in skillet....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 2 medium lemons1 bunch fresh basil leaves (3/4 ounce)2 cups chicken stockOptional: Additional grated lemon zest and chopped basil Preparation Place chicken breasts in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Finely grate enough zest from lemons to measure 4 teaspoons. Cut lemons in half; squeeze juice. Add zest and juice to slow cooker. Tear basil leaves directly into slow cooker. Add chicken stock....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage4 cups water1 teaspoon salt1 cup quick-cooking grits4 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided1/2 cup whole milk1/4 cup butter, softened Preparation Crumble sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat and cook 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise2 tablespoons fat-free milk1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper8 slices deli ham (about 6 ounces), cut into strips1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted2 green onions, chopped6 cups torn romaine Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first five ingredients. Stir in ham, mandarin oranges, celery, walnuts and green onions. Serve on romaine, tossing before serving if desired....

Ingredients 1 large onion, sliced3 to 3-1/2 pounds country-style pork ribs3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup water, divided1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation Place onion in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Rub ribs with garlic and sprinkle with salt and pepper; place over onion. Pour 1/4 cup water around ribs....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup all-purpose flourFILLING:1 large egg3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy; beat in flour until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. Shape dough into eight balls; press onto the bottom and up the sides of greased heart-shaped or regular muffin cups....

Ingredients 2/3 cup uncooked spiral pasta1/2 cup chopped fresh broccoli1/3 cup Italian salad dressing1/4 cup chopped peeled cucumber1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper6 slices pepperoni, chopped2 slices hard salami, chopped2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives1 teaspoon ranch salad dressing mix1/4 teaspoon celery seed Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Add to broccoli mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed1/3 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter3/4 cup sour cream1 teaspoon dill weed1/4 to 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optionalPaprika, optional Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender....

Ingredients 3/4 cup thawed pink lemonade concentrate1 bottle (12 ounces) beer3 ounces vodka or rum1 cup ice cubesGARNISH:Maraschino cherries Preparation In a blender, combine all ingredients. Cover and process until smooth (mixture will be foamy). Pour into hurricane or cocktail glasses. Garnish as desired.

Ingredients 7 bacon strips, diced1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1/3 cup white vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups torn salad greens1/2 cup sliced almonds2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 2-3 tablespoons drippings. Cut asparagus into 1-1/2-in. pieces; saute in drippings until crisp-tender. Add the vinegar, sugar, mustard, pepper and bacon....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1 small head cabbage, chopped1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce1 cup cooked brown rice1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the cabbage, tomatoes, broth and pizza sauce....

Ingredients 1 bay leaf salt 1/2 c. finely chopped red onion 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley 1 tbsp. chopped tarragon 3 tbsp. Meyer lemon juice 1 1/2 c. dried Italian butter beans or gigante beans 1 tbsp. Champagne vinegar 2 tsp. finely grated Meyer lemon zest Preparation Step 1Rinse the beans and transfer them to a large saucepan....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)4 ounces Italian bread, sliced4 cups torn romaine2 cups chopped seeded tomatoes1 cup cannellini beans1/3 cup minced fresh basil Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well. Remove 1 tablespoon vinegar mixture; brush over chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese1 cup finely chopped pecans4 green onions, finely chopped1/4 cup jalapeno pepper jellyAssorted crackers Preparation In a bowl, beat cream cheese, cheddar cheese, pecans and green onions until blended. On a serving plate, form mixture into desired shape. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours. In a microwave, warm jelly until melted; spread over cheese spread. Serve with crackers....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper1 to 2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced2 slices white American cheese, cut into 4 squares8 slider buns, split and toasted1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions Preparation Shape beef into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook sliders over medium heat 2-3 minutes. Turn and top with peppers and cheese. Continue cooking until a thermometer reads 160°, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup seasoned stuffing cubes1/2 cup milk1 large egg, beaten1 celery rib, finely chopped1 small onion, grated1 small carrot, grated1/4 cup dried cranberries1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 to 4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage3 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce1/2 cup ketchup1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine stuffing cubes and milk. Let stand 10 minutes; break up stuffing cubes with a fork....

Ingredients 4-1/2 teaspoons butter4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour2/3 cup 2% milk3/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules2 slices bread, toasted4 thin slices deli turkey2 slices cheddar cheese4 to 6 slices tomato2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually stir in milk and bouillon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat; set aside....

Ingredients 5 bacon strips1 to 1-1/2 pounds smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, thinly sliced1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, undrained2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1/2 medium green pepper, chopped1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 12-in. skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towel to drain. Cook sausage and onions in drippings over medium heat until onion is tender; drain....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls3 large eggs2 tablespoons whole milk1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups finely chopped fully cooked ham1 cup frozen shredded hash brown potatoes1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Unroll crescent roll dough and place on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan. Press onto the bottom and 1/4 in. up the sides, sealing seams and perforations. Bake at 375° for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat eggs, milk and pepper....

Ingredients 1/3 cup shortening1/3 cup butter, softened2/3 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon grated lemon zest2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup undrained crushed pineapple1/2 teaspoon butterConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening, butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla and lemon zest. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....