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Ingredients 1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)1 medium lemon, thinly sliced1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon saltOLIVE COUSCOUS:1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup coarsely chopped pitted green olives1 tablespoon pine nuts Preparation Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from the chicken breast; place lemon slices and fennel under the skin....

Ingredients 1/3 cup sugar2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/3 cup milk2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon lemon peel1 egg, separatedConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a bowl, combine sugar and flour. Stir in milk, lemon juice and peel. Beat egg yolk; add to lemon mixture. In a bowl, beat egg white until stiff peaks form; fold into lemon mixture. Place two ungreased 6-oz. custard cups in an 8-in. square baking pan. Divide lemon mixture between the cups....

Ingredients 2 large baking potatoes1/2 cup cubed deli ham1/4 cup chopped sweet onion1/4 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 tablespoon olive oil2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese2 tablespoons cream-style cottage cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 tablespoons shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon minced fresh basil Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 375° for 1 hour or until tender. When cool enough to handle, cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats, divided1/4 cup sugar3 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1 egg1-1/2 cups fat-free milk3 tablespoons vegetable oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flours, 1/2 cup oats, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spread batter into an 8- or 9-in. round baking pan coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 tablespoon minced chives1 tablespoon minced fresh dill1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon saltDash garlic powderDash cayenne pepperHot cooked corn on the cob Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Serve with corn. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas2 teaspoons salt1 cup finely crushed wheat crackers2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Place peas in a large saucepan; add salt. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, toss the cracker crumbs, cheese and butter. Drain peas and place in a serving bowl; top with crumb mixture.

Ingredients 1 cup butter pecan ice cream, softened3/4 cup self-rising flour1 tablespoon sugar Preparation In a small bowl, combine the ice cream, self-rising flour and sugar. Transfer to a 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Ingredients 1 tablespoon fennel seed, crushed1 tablespoon steak seasoning1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil2 medium green or sweet red peppers, thinly sliced2 medium onions, thinly sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained12 whole wheat hamburger buns, split Preparation In a small bowl, combine the fennel seed, steak seasoning and cayenne if desired. Cut roast in half. Rub seasoning mixture over pork. In a large skillet, brown roast in oil on all sides....

Ingredients 1 package (16 oz.) Penne Pasta1 package Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage Links, coin-sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium green pepper, julienned1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium onion, halved and sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 jar marinara sauce, heated Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In skillet, brown sausage in oil for 3-4 minutes. Add peppers, onion and garlic. Continue to cook until vegetables are tender. Divide prepared pasta in bowls, top with marinara sauce and sausage vegetable mixture....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 salmon fillet (3 to 4 pounds) Lemon wedges, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, thyme, lemon zest and salt; mix well. Add 4 tablespoons butter and toss lightly to coat....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix1 cup warm water4 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup canola oil4 teaspoons poppy seedsOptional: Confectioners’ sugar and lemon zest Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, water, eggs and oil; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Fold in poppy seeds. Pour into 2 greased 9x5-in....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 egg2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons aniseed1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup chopped nuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts. Divide dough into 10 portions; shape each into a 12-in....

Ingredients 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate1/2 cup boiling water1 cup sugar1/4 cup shortening1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup buttermilkFROSTING:1-1/2 cups sugar1/3 cup milk2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted2 tablespoons shortening1 tablespoon light corn syrup1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a bowl, combine chocolate and water; stir until blended. Cool. Add the sugar, shortening, egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the chocolate mixture alternately with buttermilk....

Ingredients 2 cups mayonnaise1 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper8 cups fresh baby spinach (about 6 ounces)6 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/2 pound sliced fully cooked ham, cut into strips4 cups torn iceberg lettuce (about 1/2 head)2-1/2 cups frozen petite peas (about 10 ounces), thawed, optional1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese, cut into strips1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation For dressing, mix first 5 ingredients....

Ingredients 1 package (25 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1-1/3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce Preparation Cook ravioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the ham, mushrooms, onion and green pepper in oil over medium heat 4-5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Spread 2 tablespoons Alfredo sauce into a greased 8-in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 cup chopped onion3 cups beef broth1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup sliced carrots1 cup sliced celery1 cup cubed peeled potatoes2 bay leaves1 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan or dutch oven, brown ground beef; drain. Add onion and cook until tender. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 45-60 minutes.

Ingredients 1 boneless beef rump or chuck roast (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried marjoram1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted8 medium carrots, cut into thirds8 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered1 large onion, quartered1 cup water Preparation Combine seasonings; sprinkle over meat. Add broth and bring to a boil. Cover and bake at 325° for 2 hours, basting occasionally....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon sesame oil1/4 cup dry bread crumbs3 tablespoons chopped green onions3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1-1/2 pounds lean ground beefSAUCE:1/4 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup hoisin sauce2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons sesame oil2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon honey2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sliced celery1/4 cup chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons butter1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 cup water3/4 cup Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepperPinch salt Preparation In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add the peas, water and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Stir in the ham, Italian seasoning, pepper and salt. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until heated through, about 20 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth3/4 cup 2% milk3 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (about 10 ounces), thawed1 sheet refrigerated pie crust Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in flour and poultry seasoning until blended; gradually whisk in broth and milk....