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Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 pound white cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 cup cold butter, cubed7 tablespoons cold water, divided1 boneless fully cooked ham (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)1 egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a food processor, combine the flour, mustard and salt. Add cheese and butter; cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 6 tablespoons water until a firm ball forms. Transfer to a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup chickpea flour1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 cup canned pumpkin1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided1 teaspoon waterOptional: Fresh thyme, fresh rosemary and tzatziki sauce Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. Add pumpkin, 1 tablespoon oil and water; stir until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times, forming a soft dough....

Ingredients 2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, finely crushed1 cup finely chopped walnuts1/2 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup rumAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, mix confectioners’ sugar and cocoa until blended. Add crushed wafers and walnuts; toss to combine. In another bowl, mix corn syrup and rum; stir into wafer mixture. Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional confectioners’ sugar. Store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons shortening2 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:1/2 cup canned pumpkin1/3 cup evaporated milk1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 egg2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon maple flavoringDash salt Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes or until easy to handle. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the filling ingredients....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered1 egg, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1-3/4 to 2 cups all-purpose flour3 quarts waterSpaghetti sauce, warmedOptional: grated Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes and fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano or parsley Preparation Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash. Place 2 cups mashed potatoes in a large bowl (save any remaining mashed potatoes for another use)....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking powder4 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt2 cups heavy whipping cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Add cream; stir just until moistened. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 1 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake until bottoms are golden brown, 17-20 minutes. Serve warm.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 3/4-inch slices1 large onion, chopped2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste3/4 cup water1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, optional2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon celery salt1 bay leafHot cooked spaghetti...

Ingredients 1 pound sweet or hot Italian sausage, casings removed1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 large onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 can (28 ounces) Italian plum tomatoes, drained and chopped2 tablespoons tomato paste1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (15-1/2 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 pound mostaccioli, rigatoni or macaroni, cooked and drained1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 pound shredded Fontina or mozzarella cheese...

Ingredients 10 uncooked lasagna noodles1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon saltSAUCE:3 tablespoons butter4 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups chicken broth1 cup heavy whipping creamTOPPING:1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup finely chopped lettuce8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled4 plum tomatoes, chopped4 green onions, chopped1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Toasted French bread baguette slices Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese until blended; spread into a large shallow dish. Layer with lettuce, bacon, tomatoes, onions and cheddar cheese. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with bread slices....

Ingredients 2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup caramel or butterscotch ice cream topping1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)9 Heath candy bar (1.4 ounces each), chopped Preparation In a bowl, beat cream just until it begins to thicken. Gradually add the ice cream topping and vanilla, beating until soft peaks form. Cut cake horizontally into three layers. Place the bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup cream mixture and sprinkle with 1/2 cup candy bar....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons canola oil1 shallot, finely chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2 teaspoons grated lemon zest4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 cup cold butter Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides....

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon saltLemon wedges Preparation Drizzle pork chops with lemon juice. Combine the parsley, mustard, garlic, lemon zest, rosemary and salt; brush over both sides of chops. Place pork on a greased broiler pan. Broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°....

Ingredients 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons light beer or water2 dashes hot pepper sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound extra-lean ground turkey3 slices pepper jack cheese, cut in half6 dinner rolls, split6 tablespoons salsa6 tablespoons fat-free sour cream6 tablespoons shredded lettuce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 large tomato, seeded and chopped1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons balsamic vinaigrette, divided4 salmon fillets (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tomato, avocado, onion, cilantro, oil, garlic and 2 tablespoons vinaigrette. Chill until serving. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack....

Ingredients 1 cup orange juice1-1/4 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning, divided4 halibut fillets (6 ounces each)1/2 cup panko bread crumbs2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon saltSALSA:2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 large navel orange, peeled, sectioned and chopped1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine orange juice and 1 teaspoon jerk seasoning....

Ingredients 10 uncooked lasagna noodles1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon dried basil1-3/4 teaspoons salt, divided1/8 teaspoon garlic powder3 cups 2% cottage cheese1/2 cup egg substitute1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, broil chicken 6 in....

Ingredients 4 pounds meaty beef soup bones (beef shanks or short ribs)3 medium carrots, cut into chunks3 celery ribs, cut into chunks2 medium onions, quartered1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3 bay leaves3 garlic cloves8 to 10 whole peppercorns3 to 4 sprigs fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried marjoram1 teaspoon dried oreganoCold water Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large roasting pan, bake soup bones, uncovered, 30 minutes. Add carrots, celery and onions....

Ingredients 2 c. pretzel thins 1 c. rice crackers 1 c. rice or corn cereal 1/2 c. wasabi peas 1 tbsp. Gochujang (red pepper paste) 2 tsp. miso paste 4 squeezes SPLENDA ZERO™ Liquid Sweetener 2 tbsp. light soy sauce 2 tsp. rice vinegar 1/2 small apple, grated 1/4 small onion, grated 1/2 in. piece fresh ginger, grated fresh ground black pepper Chopped scallions and sesame seeds for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 cup beef broth1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced2 tablespoons chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)Optional: Sour cream and sliced jalapeno Preparation Combine the first 10 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Crumble beef over top; stir to combine....