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Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, divided 1/4 cup peach preserves4 boneless thin-cut pork loin chops (2 to 3 ounces each)3 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 medium sweet orange pepper1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper1/2 medium sweet red pepperHot cooked rice, optional Preparation Soften 1 tablespoon butter; mix with peach preserves. Sprinkle chops with seasonings. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; brown chops 2-3 minutes per side....

Ingredients 4 cups torn assorted salad greens4 medium carrots, julienned1-1/2 cups cooked macaroni shells2 cups frozen peas, thawed1 medium red onion, diced3/4 pound fully cooked ham, cubed1/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheeseDRESSING:1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 hard-boiled large eggs, cut into wedges, optional Preparation In a 3-1/2-qt. glass bowl, layer greens, carrots, macaroni, peas, onion, ham and cheeses....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. blanched whole almonds 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 3/4 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. cinnamon 1 1/2 tsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. ground cloves 1 tsp. ground allspice 1 tsp. fine salt 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1 1/2 c. light brown sugar 1/2 c. sweet orange marmalade 1/4 c. candied ginger 1/4 c. unsulfured molasses 5 large eggs 3 c. confectioners’ sugar 2 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar...

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature2/3 cup buttermilk1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sliced fresh strawberriesTOPPING:1 cup fresh blackberries1 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 9-in. round baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. ground ginger 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. cloves 1/2 c. butter 1/4 c. packed brown sugar 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 egg yolk 2 tsp. lemon juice 2 tsp. grated lemon rind Preparation Step 1Sift together flour, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves. Set aside.Step 2Cream butter in a separate bowl or in an electric mixer. Add sugars, egg yolk and...

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) smoked sausage, sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with green peppers and onions, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1/2 cup water1 cup uncooked instant rice1 can (7 ounces) whole kernel corn, drainedSliced green onions, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, cook sliced sausage until browned on both sides. Stir in the tomatoes, broth and water; bring to a boil. Stir in rice and corn; cover and remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided18 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick), divided1/2 cup stone-ground mustard1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup chopped green onions2 cups shredded Swiss cheese8 large eggs4 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyWarm maple syrup, optional Preparation Pour 1/4 cup melted butter into a 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside. Spread both sides of bread slices with mustard....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper6 large eggs, room temperature1 cup 2% milk1/2 pound fully cooked ham, cubed1/2 pound cheddar cheese, diced or shredded1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled1 small onion, finely chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and pepper. Beat eggs and milk; stir into dry ingredients until well combined. Stir in the ham, cheese, bacon and onion....

Ingredients 1 pound ground pork1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 cups tomato juice1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth3 medium carrots, chopped1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional1/8 teaspoon pepperADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):1/2 cup water1 cup uncooked ziti or small tube pasta...

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup whole wheat flour1/4 cup quick-cooking oats1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon fat-free milk2 tablespoons egg substitute2 teaspoons canola oilOptional: Fresh berries, maple syrup and butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Combine the milk, egg substitute and oil; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil1 large green pepper, chopped1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles1/2 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons chili powder1-1/4 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice or pastaOptional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and sliced green onions Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth1 medium potato, peeled and cubed1 medium onion, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1/2 cup frozen peas1 bay leaf1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup small shell pasta, cooked and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef2 medium onions, chopped2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups ketchup1 cup barbecue sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepper12 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, onions and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, Italian seasoning, onion powder and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup honey1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zestDRIZZLE:1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon lemon juiceAdditional grated lemon zest Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the egg, honey, lemon juice, butter and lemon zest. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 3 medium zucchini, sliced (about 6-1/2 cups)3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 medium onion, sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups stuffing mix1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook zucchini in 1 tablespoon oil 5-6 minutes or until tender; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 30 garlic cloves, crushed (1-1/2 to 2 bulbs)1/2 cup balsamic vinegar3/4 cup chopped fresh mint or 1/4 cup dried mint1/4 cup olive oil2 pounds lean boneless lamb, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubesPILAF:1/2 cup butter, cubed1 large onion, chopped1 cup uncooked mini spiral pasta2 cups bulgur3 cups beef broth Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the garlic, vinegar, mint and oil; add lamb. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for several hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot3/4 teaspoon saltSALAD:2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 cup quinoa, rinsed1 cup chopped peeled jicama or tart apple1 cup chopped seeded cucumber3/4 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 green onion, thinly sliced1 cup cubed avocado Preparation For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended. In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup seasoned bread crumbs8 thin boneless pork loin chops (2 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juiceLemon wedges, optional Preparation Place egg and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper; dip in egg, then coat with crumbs, pressing to adhere....

Ingredients 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup olive oil, divided1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 cup tahini4 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperBaked pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a large skillet, saute onions in 1/4 cup oil until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until deep golden brown....

Ingredients 1 package (4.9 ounces) scalloped potatoes2 cups boiling water2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup whole milk2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine potatoes with sauce mix, boiling water and butter. Stir in milk, ham and beans. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 35 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese....