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Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoaDash salt1/3 cup hot water4 cups whole milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractOptional: Miniature marshmallows, sweetened whipped cream or cinnamon sticks Preparation In a saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa and salt. Add water; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in milk; heat to serving temperature (do not boil). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Whisk until frothy. If desired, garnish with marshmallows, cream or cinnamon sticks....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon molasses1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered until thickened slightly, 3-5 minutes. Cool. Serve with chicken or pork. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 month....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 4 scallions 1/2 lb. collard greens 1 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper tsp. cayenne 1/2 lb. kielbasa or other smoked sausage 1 oz. package frozen black-eyed peas 1 1/2 c. long-grain rice 3 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion and the scallion bulbs and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 4 large eggs6 large egg whites1/2 cup grated Romano cheese, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh sage1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon olive oil1 small zucchini, sliced2 green onions, chopped2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced Preparation Preheat broiler. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites, 1/4 cup cheese, sage, salt and pepper until blended. In a 10-in. broiler-safe skillet coated with cooking spray, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and green onions; cook and stir 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon butter1 medium onion, halved and thinly slicedDash saltDash sugarBURGERS:1/3 cup jalapeno pepper jelly1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef4 hamburger buns, split and toasted2 tablespoons crumbled Gorgonzola cheeseThinly sliced jalapeno pepper, optional Preparation In a small skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add onion, salt and sugar; cook and stir until onion is softened, 3-4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 lb. unsalted butter 1 1/2 lb. semisweet chocolate 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 6 large eggs 2 1/2 c. sugar 2 tbsp. pure vanilla extract 2 tbsp. strong-brewed espresso 6 oz. semisweet chocolate chips 1 c. walnut halves Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch glass or ceramic baking dish with cooking spray. In a double boiler, melt the butter with the chopped chocolate over low heat....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons melted butter, divided 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, divided 2/3 cup butter, softened1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided 2 large eggs, room temperature1 large egg white, room temperature3 tablespoons Key lime juice4-1/2 teaspoons grated Key lime zest1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt, divided 1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup cream cheese, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractKey lime slices, optional...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1/2 cup julienned green pepper1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper2 tablespoons chopped red onion1-1/2 teaspoons butter1/2 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the peppers and onion in butter until tender. Add the sausage. salt and pepper; cook and stir until sausage is heated through....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tsp. sugar tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 4 tuna steaks 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 tsp. Asian sesame oil 1 scallion including green top 3 cloves garlic Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, red-pepper flakes and broth. Sprinkle the fish with the salt and black pepper....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries3/4 cup finely chopped seeded peeled cucumber1/2 cup finely chopped peeled tart apple2 tablespoons white grape juice1 to 2 tablespoons sugar4 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons olive oil8 lamb loin chops (1 to 1-1/2 inches thick and 6 ounces each) Preparation Place raspberries in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Strain and discard seeds; transfer puree to a small saucepan. Stir in the cucumber, apple, grape juice and sugar....

Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour4 large eggsFILLING:1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter8 large eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup chopped fully cooked ham1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes....

Ingredients 8 oz. small red potatoes 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 12 large eggs 2 tsp. Dijon mustard 2 dash Hot sauce 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 leeks 8 oz. baked ham Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and golden brown, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/4 cup honey mustard8 thin slices deli ham1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 cup crushed pretzels Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut a horizontal slit in one side of each chicken breast half to within 1/2 in. of the opposite side. Spread honey mustard inside each pocket; stuff with two ham slices. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Brush with butter; sprinkle with pretzels....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 red snapper fillets (5 ounces each), skin removed2 teaspoons canola oil Preparation In a food processor, combine the first nine ingredients; cover and process until fennel is finely ground. Transfer to a shallow bowl; dip fillets in herb mixture, coating both sides....

Ingredients 1 pound ground pork3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon finely chopped onion2 teaspoons rubbed sage3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a bowl, combine all ingredients, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties. Refrigerate 1 hour. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook patties over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 6-8 minutes on each side.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 cup butter, softened1 large egg, beaten2/3 cup fat-free milk2 pints strawberries, slicedWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cream of tartar. Cut in butter until mixture is the size of peas. Add the egg and milk; mix well. Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1 cup sour cream3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/4 cup milk1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1/4 teaspoon ground cumin3 cans (15 ounces each) golden hominy, drained Preparation In a small skillet, cook onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. In a large bowl, combine onion mixture, sour cream, half of the cheese, milk, chilies and cumin....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup honey Preparation In a small bowl, beat the butter until light and fluffy. Add the honey; beat just until blended. Serve with bread, bagels or toast. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 5 pounds red potatoes2 cups chopped celery1 cup chopped sweet red pepper4 large hard-boiled large eggs, chopped2 green onions, chopped1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup honey mustard1/2 cup prepared mustard1/4 cup sour cream3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper 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 cool. Cut potatoes into quarters; place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen French-fried potatoesCHEESE SAUCE:2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup 2% milk1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese1/4 cup beer, room temperature3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceASSEMBLY:1 fully cooked boneless ham steak (1 pound), cut into 4 pieces4 slices Texas toast or other white bread, toastedPaprika Preparation Cook potatoes according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk....