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Ingredients 8 cups cubed day-old Italian bread1/4 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce or chutney of your choice6 tablespoons olive oil, divided6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided2 teaspoons salt, divided1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed1 large sweet onion, peeled and cut into wedges2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper5 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/3 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup chopped pecans or hazelnuts, toasted Preparation Place bread cubes in an ungreased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced2 medium carrots, sliced1 small potato, peeled and sliced1 celery rib, sliced1/3 cup chopped onion1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup half-and-half cream Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the broth, parsnips, carrots, potato, celery, onion and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Using a slotted spoon, remove half of the vegetables to a bowl; cover and keep warm....

Ingredients 1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 hard-boiled large egg, finely chopped4-1/2 teaspoons seasoned bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1/4 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon salt8 large fresh mushrooms Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cheese, egg, bread crumbs, 1 tablespoon butter, garlic and salt; set aside. Remove stems from mushrooms. Place mushroom caps, hollow side down, on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Brush with remaining butter. Broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small sweet yellow pepper, diced1 small sweet red pepper, diced1 teaspoon canola oil1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes3/4 cup hot chili beans2 tablespoons chili sauce2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cuminSour cream, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, saute sausage and peppers in oil until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, chili sauce, chili powder and cumin....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups water3/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons honey6 large tart apples1 cup golden raisinsVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water, brown sugar and honey to a boil. Remove from the heat. Core apples and peel the top third of each. Place in an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Fill apples with raisins; sprinkle any remaining raisins into pan. Pour sugar syrup over apples. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until tender, basting occasionally....

Ingredients 1/2 cup kosher salt1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes2 quarts apple cider or juice, divided1 fresh rosemary sprig2 large oven roasting bags1 bone-in turkey breast (4 to 5 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation For brine, place first four ingredients and 4 cups cider in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until salt is dissolved. Add rosemary; remove from heat. Stir in remaining cider; cool to room temperature....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) reduced-fat beef hot dogs, sliced1 can (11-1/2 ounces) condensed bean and bacon soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-sodium condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 can (15 ounces) pork and beans1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon dried minced onion1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke2/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk Preparation In a large nonstick saucepan, brown hot dogs over medium heat. Add the next seven ingredients. Cover and cook over low heat until heated through....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (4-5 medium)1-1/2 cups chopped peeled apples (2 medium)1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup caramel sundae syrup1/4 teaspoon sea salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine bananas, apples, sugars and water. Stir in melted butter. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup chicken broth1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped1/2 cup orange juice2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper Hot cooked rice, optional Preparation Place chicken and broth in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 6 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165°....

Ingredients 6 ounces sliced pepperoni1 medium green pepper, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, undrained1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano4 cans (16 ounces each) pork and beans1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the pepperoni, green pepper and onion in butter until vegetables are tender. Stir in tomato paste, mushrooms, seasonings and beans; mix well....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil5 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon each dried basil, thyme and rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)8 medium carrots, halved lengthwise2 medium onions, quartered Preparation In a small bowl, mix oil, garlic and seasonings; rub over roast. Arrange carrots and onions on the bottom of a 13x9-in. baking pan. Place roast over vegetables, fat side up. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon grated lemon zest4 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon poppy seeds1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in lemon zest, juice and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, poppy seeds and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Shape into a disk; cover tightly. Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm enough to roll....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin or flavor of your choice1 cup sugar1 cup boiling water2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest4 cups cold whole milk Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin and sugar in boiling water. Add lemon juice and zest. Whisk in milk. Pour into an ungreased 9-in. square pan. Cover and freeze for 2 hours. Transfer to a large bowl; beat for 2 minutes. Return to pan....

Ingredients 12 thin slices prosciutto (about 6 ounces)1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, softened24 fresh asparagus spears (1-1/2 to 2 pounds), trimmed Preparation Cut each prosciutto slice crosswise in half. Spread each piece with about 2 teaspoons cheese; wrap around an asparagus spear. Place on an oiled grill rack over medium heat, seam side down. Grill, covered, until prosciutto is lightly browned, 6-8 minutes, turning once.

Ingredients Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette 6 slice seedless watermelon c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 clove garlic Pinch of sugar 1 sprig Fresh basil salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c. cherry tomatoes (mixed colors and varieties) 2 handfuls young lettuces (up to 3 handfuls) 1/2 c. fresh goat cheese Fresh herbs such as chives, chive blossoms, chervil, parsley, and dill Preparation Step 1Light a charcoal or gas grill....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 envelope taco seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper9 corn tortillas (6 inches)1/2 cup chicken broth1/2 cup tomato sauce1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drainedOptional ingredients: Sour cream and avocado slices...

Ingredients Pastry for two double-crust pies2 cups grated peeled potatoes1-1/4 cups diced celery1 cup grated carrots1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)MUSHROOM GRAVY (for each pie):1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules4 drops browning sauce, optional Preparation Divide pastry into fourths. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion to fit a 9-in....

Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Peel and cut squash crosswise into 1/2-in.-thick slices; remove and discard seeds. In a large bowl, toss squash with remaining ingredients. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until tender.

Ingredients 3/4 cup buttermilk2-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons pepper3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram3/4 teaspoon dried savory3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2-1/2 pounds ground pork Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Add pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into twenty 3-in. patties. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook patties in batches over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 5-6 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 jar green olives with pimientos 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1 clove garlic 3 tbsp. olive oil 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley 4 large 1/2 lb. sliced hard salami 1/2 lb. sliced ham 1/2 lb. sliced provolone Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 350°F. In a small bowl, combine the chopped olives with the oregano, garlic, oil, and parsley. Spread some of the olive mixture on the bottom half of each roll....