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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1 egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 3 potatoes)1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)GLAZE:1/2 cup sugar2-1/4 teaspoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons evaporated milk1/4 cup pecan halves Preparation In a bowl, combine sugar, flour, milk, egg and vanilla. Stir in the sweet potatoes. Pour into pastry shell. For glaze, combine the sugar, flour, butter and milk; drizzle over sweet potato mixture....

Ingredients 16 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (about 1 pound)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken stock2 cups frozen cheese tortellini (about 8 ounces)3 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 4 cups) Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place the first 5 ingredients in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Return to a boil. Add tortellini; cook, uncovered, until meatballs are heated through and tortellini are tender, 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 envelope Lipton beefy onion soup mix1/4 cup cornstarch1/2 cup cold water Preparation Cut roast in half. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, soup and soup mix; pour over meat. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup olive oil10 slices French bread (1 inch thick)1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 large tomato, seeded and chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine butter and oil; brush onto both sides of bread. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned on top....

Ingredients 1/3 cup hickory smoke-flavored barbecue sauce1/2 cup apricot or peach preserves1 tablespoon corn syrup1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon ground cloves6 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 8 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, preserves, corn syrup, mustard and cloves; set aside. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. On a lightly oiled grill, grill chops, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh snow peas2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup 2% milk3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips3 teaspoons canola oil, divided1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot2 cups hot cooked brown rice1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Place snow peas in a small saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil; boil for 1 minute. Drain and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper and milk until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar2-1/4 cups all-purpose flourICING:3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugar5 to 6 tablespoons warm water, divided3 tablespoons meringue powderPaste food coloring Preparation Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually stir in flour and mix well. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 3 minutes. Roll dough to 1/3-in....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery1 cup canned diced tomatoes, undrained3/4 cup beef broth3/4 cup cubed peeled potato1/4 cup thinly sliced carrot2 tablespoons uncooked long grain rice1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, potato, carrot, rice, salt if desired and pepper....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. toasted California walnuts, plus more chopped for serving 5 large medjool dates, pitted (3 1/2 ounces) 2 c. plain granola, plus more for serving 3 tbsp. honey, divided 1 1/2 c. greek yogurt 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 4 medium strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced 1/4 c. blueberries 1/2 c. raspberries Preparation Step 1In a food processor, finely chop walnuts. Add dates and pulse until a paste forms....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons ground mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup water1/2 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon canola oil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 medium zucchini, cut into 1-1/2-inch slices1 medium onion, cut into wedges1 medium green pepper, cut into chunks8 to 12 medium fresh mushrooms Preparation In a resealable plastic bag, combine the mustard and Worcestershire sauce and water, soy sauce and oil; remove 1/3 cup and set aside for basting. Cut chicken into 1-1/2-in....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked egg noodles3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed2 medium onions, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped3 teaspoons paprika1 cup sour creamSliced green onions, optional Preparation Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add chicken, onions, salt and pepper; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons water1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix2 packages (10 ounces each) Italian-blend salad greens2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 small red onion, thinly sliced1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese3/4 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, water and salad dressing mix; shake well. In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, tomatoes, onion, cheese and cranberries....

Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup chili sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional4 salmon steaks (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, chili sauce, sugar, garlic, parsley and seasonings. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/3 cup water10 large egg yolks2 cups butter, softened1 tablespoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small heavy saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil; cook over medium-high heat until a thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage), 3 to 4 minutes. Meanwhile, using a stand mixer, beat egg yolks in a large bowl on high speed until thick and foamy, 8-10 minutes. Slowly pour hot sugar syrup over egg yolks while beating continuously....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed2 ripe medium bananas, sliced2 tablespoons light brown sugar1 cup vanilla ice cream1/2 cup 2% milk Preparation In a small heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Heat until golden brown, 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly. Add bananas and brown sugar; cook and stir until bananas are tender, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; cool completely. Using a slotted spoon, place bananas in a blender. Reserve cooking liquid for topping....

Ingredients 4 cups diced peeled tart apples1 cup sugar1-1/2 cups raisins1-1/2 cups chopped nuts2 large eggs1/2 cup vegetable oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine apples, sugar, raisins and nuts; set aside. In another bowl, beat eggs, oil and vanilla; stir into apple mixture. Combine dry ingredients; carefully fold into apple mixture. Do not overmix. Fill 18 greased muffin cups almost to the top....

Ingredients 3 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed1 tablespoon sesame oil1 tablespoon canola oil1 shallot, finely chopped6 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring 10 cups water to a boil. Add green beans; cook, uncovered, 6-8 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat oils over medium heat. Add shallot, garlic, salt and pepper; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 large head broccoli, chopped and steamed 1 large egg, lightly beaten 2 c. shredded mozzarella, divided 1/2 c. Parmesan, divided 1/2 tsp. garlic powder Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. marinara sauce 1/4 c. pepperoni Fresh basil, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Step 2In a food processor, pulse steamed broccoli until grated. Squeeze water out. Transfer broccoli to a large bowl and add egg, 1 cup mozzarella, and ¼ cup Parmesan....

Ingredients 1/2 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped (about 3/4 cup)1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)1/2 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese Preparation Arrange 1 oven rack at lowest rack setting; place second rack in middle of oven. Preheat oven to 425°. Place potatoes in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt....

Ingredients c. plus 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tsp. dried thyme 1 lb. boneless 1 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/4 lb. shiitake mushrooms 4 carrots 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 4 tsp. lemon juice 2 heads leaf lettuce 2 scallions including green tops Preparation Step 1Light the grill. In a small bowl, combine the 3 tablespoons oil and the thyme. Coat the chicken with about 1 tablespoon of the thyme oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the pepper....