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Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 5 cloves garlic, chopped 1 sausage, sliced into coins (optional) 1 bunch beet greens, thoroughly washed and roughly chopped Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden. Stir in sausage and cook until a golden sear develops, about 6 minutes.Step 2Stir in beet greens in batches, letting each batch wilt down before adding the next....

Ingredients 1 jar (24 ounces) garden-style spaghetti sauce1 medium onion, sliced1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 each small green, sweet yellow and red peppers, julienned6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)Hot cooked pastaShaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Mix first eight ingredients; stir in peppers. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with sauce mixture. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 3-4 hours....

Ingredients 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. rice flour 1 large egg 3/4 c. seltzer or sparkling water 2 tbsp. seltzer or sparkling water 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil salt 1/2 c. kimchi 4 oz. medium shrimp 4 oz. baby squid 4 large scallions vegetable oil 1/4 c. soy sauce 1/4 c. unseasoned rice vinegar Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour and the rice flour with the egg, seltzer, toasted sesame oil, and 3/4 teaspoon of salt....

Ingredients 6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour creamBlack paste food coloring3 teaspoons minced chives1/4 teaspoon garlic salt2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley36 butter-flavored crackers18 cherry tomatoes, quartered18 large pitted ripe olives72 fresh chive pieces (about 1-1/2 inches long) Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Remove 2 tablespoons to a small bowl and tint black. Place tinted cream cheese mixture in a small plastic bag; set aside....

Ingredients 5-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled apples (about 6 medium)1 cup sugar2 tablespoons water4-1/2 teaspoons quick-cooking tapioca1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegPASTRY:2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup shortening5 to 6 tablespoons cold water3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugar, water, tapioca, cinnamon and nutmeg; toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly....

Ingredients 4 eggs2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, cubedFROSTING:1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar3/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup half-and-half cream2 cups sweetened shredded coconut Preparation In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and vanilla until thick and pale yellow, about 4 minutes. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to egg mixture and beat just until combined....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1 large egg yolk2 tablespoons cold water1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup lemon juice4 large egg yolks4 teaspoons grated lemon zestDash saltTOPPING:2 cups fresh blueberries1/2 cup blueberry spreadable fruit Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk the egg yolk, water and vanilla; add to crumb mixture....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 pound seedless globe grapes, rinsed and patted dry Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, lemon juice and peel until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Cut a deep “X” in the top of each grape to within 1/4 in. of bottom. Carefully spread each grape apart. Transfer cream cheese mixture to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 cups fresh cauliflowerets1 cup sliced carrots2 tablespoons water4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and water. Cover and microwave on high for 3-6 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Combine the remaining ingredients; drizzle over vegetables and toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup cornstarch2 tablespoons grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juice2 cups all-purpose flour22 pretzel sticksROYAL ICING:2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar10 teaspoons water4 teaspoons meringue powderRed and green paste food coloringAssorted sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, confectioners’ sugar and cornstarch until light and fluffy. Beat in lemon zest and juice. Gradually add flour and mix well. Divide dough into two portions; shape each into two 6-in....

Ingredients 4 medium firm mangoes, peeled1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup olive oil1 tablespoon black sesame seeds1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, optional 1 tablespoon minced fresh mint, optional 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and coarsely chopped Preparation Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each mango. Standing mango upright, slice off a large section of flesh, cutting close to the pit....

Ingredients 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds)1-1/2 cups water6 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves2 tablespoons dried basil4-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon cornstarch3 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, brown roast on all sides; drain. Combine the water, garlic and seasonings; pour over roast. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 5 cups angel food cake cubes1/4 cup cherry liqueur, optional1 cup confectioners’ sugar3 ounces cream cheese, softened8 ounces frozen nondairy whipped topping, thawed, divided1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans1 can (21 ounces) cherry filling or topping Preparation Place cake cubes in large bowl. Sprinkle with liqueur if desired; let stand 30 minutes. In a medium bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar and cream cheese; beat until blended. Reserve 2 tablespoons whipped topping; fold remaining topping into cheese mixture....

Ingredients 2/3 cup kosher salt1/4 cup packed brown sugar12 whole peppercorns5 fresh sage leaves2 garlic cloves1 fresh thyme sprig1 fresh rosemary sprig1 quart water1-1/2 quarts cold water2 large turkey-sized oven roasting bags4 Cornish game hens (20 ounces each) HERB BUTTER:14 whole peppercorns2 garlic cloves3/4 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided 1/3 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs3 tablespoons fresh sage leaves1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved2 small red onions, cut into wedges1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper...

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1 cup French salad dressing4 teaspoons onion soup mix Preparation In a large skillet, cook pork chops in oil for 12-15 minutes on each side or a thermometer reads 160°. Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, salad dressing and soup mix. Cover and microwave on high 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups frozen cornOptional: Shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream...

Ingredients 1 box corn muffin mix 2 large eggs 1/4 c. canola oil 1/4 c. honey 1 tsp. ground mustard 1/2 lb. sliced country ham or French ham 1/4 lb. Swiss or Gruyère cheese Spicy pickles, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat Krups Deluxe Convection Toaster Oven to 350°. In a mixing bowl, stir together muffin mix, eggs, oil, honey and mustard. Step 2 Prepare a 9"-x-13" quarter sheet pan with cooking spray and parchment paper....

Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 cups chopped onions3/4 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon brown sugar3 tablespoons chili powder2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown beef until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles....

Ingredients 1 3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp. canola oil, divided 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 (4-oz.) cans chopped green chiles, drained 1 (1.25-oz.) McCormick Chili Seasoning Mix 3 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2 (15-oz.) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1 (10-oz.) package frozen corn (about 2 c.) 4 oz. cream cheese, cubed 1/4 c. hot sauce, plus more for serving...

Ingredients 1 cup mashed potato flakes1 cup boiling water1 eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 cups waterPasta sauce of your choiceGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place potato flakes in a large bowl. Stir in boiling water; add egg. Stir in flour and seasonings. On a lightly floured surface, knead 10-12 times, forming a soft dough. Divide dough into four portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into 1/2-in....