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Ingredients Dough for single-crust deep-dish pieLEMON FILLING:1-1/4 cups sugar, divided6 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups water2 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons grated lemon zest4 to 5 drops yellow food coloring, optional1/2 cup lemon juiceCREAM CHEESE FILLING:11 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 cups whipped topping1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion14 cups water1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 envelope onion soup mix3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon brown sugar1 teaspoon celery salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice Preparation In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the water, tomatoes, soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, salt, brown sugar, celery salt and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef6 garlic cloves, minced1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup sliced fresh mushroomsSalt and pepper to tasteSalad dressing of your choice Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, beef, tomatoes, cheese, mushrooms, salt and pepper. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon garlic powder2 teaspoons brown sugar2 teaspoons rubbed sage1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; rub over pork. Place in a large ungreased shallow glass dish. Cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Place tenderloins on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1/2 c. all-purpose flour Coarse salt and ground pepper 3 lb. boneless lamb stew meat (preferably shoulder) 3 tbsp. canola oil 1 large onion 3/4 tsp. dried thyme 1 1/2 c. dark beer 1 1/2 lb. medium new potatoes 1 lb. carrots 3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge lamb in flour mixture, shaking off excess. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 Italian sausage links, casings removed1/4 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 cup tomato paste3/4 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon pepper1 egg, beaten3/4 cup ricotta cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley4 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained3/4 to 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Crumble sausage into a small skillet. Add onion and garlic; cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1/2 cup cornmeal2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 cup olive oil1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepperFROSTING:1/4 cup panko bread crumbs4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractSliced jalapeno peppers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 large egg yolks, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltOptional: Whipped cream or additional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Grease the bottoms and sides of four 6-oz. ramekins; sprinkle each with 1 teaspoon sugar. Place ramekins on a baking sheet; set aside. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen Brussels sprouts, thawed3 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup white wine1/2 cup chicken broth4 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon grated lemon zestMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Cut brussels sprouts in half. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add Brussels sprouts and garlic; cook and stir 5 minutes or until sprouts begin to brown....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter, softened4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 medium onion, sliced4 garlic cloves, sliced4 fresh dill sprigs1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1 medium lemon, sliced Preparation Prepare campfire or grill for medium heat. Ready 4 pieces of a double thickness of foil (about 12 in. square). Spread butter in the center of each. Place 1 salmon fillet in the center of each; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon poppy seeds1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a bowl, beat butter and confectioners’ sugar until blended. Beat in poppy seeds and lemon juice. Gradually beat in flour. Divide dough into four portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a 4-in. circle. Transfer to ungreased baking sheets. Cut each circle into six wedges, but do not separate....

Ingredients 3/4 c. walnuts 1 lb. linguine c. olive oil 4 cloves garlic 2 6-ounce cans tuna packed in oil 2 tsp. grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons) 2 tsp. lemon juice 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. mixed chopped fresh herbs Preparation Step 1In a small frying pan, toast the walnuts over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Or toast them in a 350°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 whole garlic bulbs1 tablespoon canola oil8 bacon strips3 green onions, chopped4 pounds small red potatoes2 cups sour cream1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/3 cup butter, softened1/4 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperMinced chives, optional Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut tops off garlic bulbs. Brush with oil. Wrap each bulb in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until softened....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated linguine1/4 cup olive oil4 large portobello mushroom caps (about 3/4 pound), halved and thinly sliced3 garlic cloves, minced3 plum tomatoes, chopped1/3 cup pitted Greek olives, halved1 teaspoon Greek seasoning3/4 cup crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon each dried sage, thyme, rosemary and marjoram, crushed1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 bone-in pork loin roast (about 6 pounds)4 medium tart apples, cut into 1-inch chunks1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks3 tablespoons brown sugar1 cup apple juice2/3 cup maple syrup Preparation Combine herbs, salt and pepper; rub over roast. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/2 hours. Drain fat....

Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken breast halves1 large onion, halved1 large carrot, quartered3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2 cups water2 chicken bouillon cubes2 bay leaves1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained6 to 8 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley1/4 cup ketchup1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried basil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup grated Romano cheese...

Ingredients 4 boneless butterflied pork chops (4 ounces each)2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard1/3 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 8 crackers)1/3 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon butter Preparation Flatten pork to 1/8-in. thickness. In a small bowl, combine honey and mustard; brush over both sides of pork. In a shallow bowl, combine cracker and bread crumbs; add pork and turn to coat. In a large skillet, cook pork over medium heat in oil and butter for 2-3 minutes on each side or until crisp and juices run clear....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium onion, coarsely chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 8-12 minutes. Drain....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) almond paste1 cup sugar, divided 1 cup confectioners’ sugar, divided 2 tablespoons apricot preserves3 large egg whites, room temperature1/2 cup dried figs, finely chopped1 tablespoon grated orange peel Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place almond paste, 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar in a food processor; pulse until fine crumbs form. Add preserves and 1 egg white at a time, pulsing after each addition to combine....

Ingredients 1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 cups cut fresh green beans1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes1 cup chopped onion1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped fennel bulb1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon white pepper5 Italian sausage links1 tablespoon olive oil3 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinachShredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients....