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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)1/4 cup eggnog1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking soda Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in bananas, eggnog and vanilla....

Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped4 teaspoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 large carrot, shredded2 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground allspice2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14 ounces) vegetable broth1/3 cup tomato paste1 cup bulgurOptional: Sour cream, fresh corn, chopped red onion and sliced jalapeno peppers...

Ingredients 1/2 lb. prosciutto 1 tbsp. thyme 1 tbsp. rosemary 1 1/2 tsp. sage 1/2 c. panko bread crumbs 1 c. Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil salt Freshly ground pepper 1 beef tenderloin roast 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 shallots 3/4 c. ruby port 1 c. beef demiglace Preparation Step 1Tear two 12-inch-long sheets of wax paper. On each sheet, arrange half of the prosciutto slices to form a 12- by 6-inch rectangle, overlapping the slices slightly....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta3/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup sliced ripe olives1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup water1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil for 1-1/2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Add the sweet peppers; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 lb. shrimp, tails removed 2 tsp. Cajun seasoning Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 slices bacon, chopped 1 tbsp. butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 lb. yellow potatoes, chopped 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth 3 thyme sprigs 2 sliced green onions, plus more for garnish 3 c. sweet corn 3/4 c. heavy cream 1/2 tsp. paprika Preparation Step 1Season shrimp all over with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 c. sliced sweet onions 1/2 c. sliced fresh mushrooms 1/4 tsp. Bottled minced garlic 1 Morningstar Farms® Grillers Original 1 tsp. spicy brown mustard or Dijon mustard 1 slice multigrain or whole-wheat bread c. baby arugula 1 tbsp. Gruyère or Swiss cheese Preparation Step 1In large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook onions, covered, over medium-low heat for 16 to 20 minutes or until onions are very tender, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage4 cups water1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted5 medium red potatoes, cubed4 cups chopped cabbage3 large carrots, thinly sliced4 celery ribs, chopped1 medium zucchini, chopped1 large onion, chopped5 chicken bouillon cubes1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes3/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons butter2 medium onions, cut into wedges2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups water2 tablespoons apple juice2 bay leaves2 whole allspice2 whole cloves2 medium carrots, sliced2 medium apples, peeled and cut into wedges Preparation In a Dutch oven, over medium heat, brown beef in butter. Add onions; cook until lightly browned. Sprinkle with flour and salt. Gradually add water and apple juice....

Ingredients 3 cups cooked wild rice2 cups chopped apples1 cup chopped walnuts2 celery ribs, chopped1/2 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice3/4 cup plain yogurt3/4 cup mayonnaise4 teaspoons honey1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, combine the rice, apples, walnuts, celery, cranberries and juice. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add to rice mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving....

Ingredients 1 cup apricot or peach yogurt1 package (3 ounces) apricot gelatin1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows3 cups cubed peeled fresh apricots Preparation In a large bowl, add yogurt to gelatin; stir 2 minutes to completely dissolve. Gently stir in whipped topping, then marshmallows and apricots. Refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours.

Ingredients 1 pound bacon strips, chopped1 package (28 ounces) frozen potatoes O’Brien, thawed3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend12 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon in batches over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. In a greased 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, layer a third of each of the following: potatoes, reserved bacon and cheese....

Ingredients 6 to 8 bacon strips8 fresh mushrooms, sliced6 green onions, sliced1/3 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced8 eggs1/4 cup sour cream3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided3 tablespoons enchilada sauce1 tablespoon butter4 large flour tortillas (10 inches)Sour cream and additional enchilada sauce, optional Preparation In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towel to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of drippings. Saute mushrooms, onions, green pepper and garlic in drippings until tender; set aside and keep warm....

Ingredients 3 medium tomatoes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons canola oil Preparation Cut tomatoes in half widthwise; place cut side up in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Combine the remaining ingredients; sprinkle over tomatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until topping is golden brown....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons shortening3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs, separated1/2 cup mashed ripe banana1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup buttermilkFROSTING:3 tablespoons shortening3 tablespoons butter, softened3 to 3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon lemon extract1/3 cup mashed ripe banana3 drops yellow food coloring, optional Preparation In a small bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg yolks. Beat in banana on low speed until blended....

Ingredients 1 c. quinoa kosher salt 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and chopped into rounds 1 c. panko bread crumbs 1 clove garlic, grated 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish 1 tsp. lemon zest 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 8 large eggs Freshly ground black pepper Sea salt, for garnish Hot sauce, for serving Preparation Step 1In a medium pot, cook quinoa according to package instructions. During the last minute of cooking time add a pinch of salt and asparagus....

Ingredients 1 (3-4 lb.) whole chicken Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. chili powder 1 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. garlic powder 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 (12-oz.) can beer 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2" pieces 1 large onion, cut into wedges 1 lb. baby potatoes, quartered Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400° and place oven rack in lower third of oven. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season generously all over with salt and pepper....

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients called for) 2 c. milk 1 (3.4-oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix 3/4 c. heavy cream 1 1/2 c. semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Step 2Divide batter among cups and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18 to 22 minutes....

Ingredients 1 bag frozen fries, baked according to package instructions 1 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar 1/3 lb. breakfast sausage, casings removed 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 c. whole milk kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Pinch of cayenne pepper 1 tbsp. olive oil 4 large eggs chives, for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. In a large ovenproof skillet, add about a third of the French fries in a single layer....

Ingredients 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1/2 cup half-and-half cream2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup 2% milk1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt4 slices day-old bread, crusts removed and cut into cubes (about 3 cups)Optional toppings: Confectioners’ sugar and whipped cream Preparation In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in cream. In a large bowl, whisk sugar, milk, egg, vanilla and salt. Stir in chocolate mixture. Add bread cubes and toss to coat....

Ingredients 2 cups water1-1/2 cups sugar1/3 cup lime or lemon juice1 teaspoon anise extract1/2 teaspoon salt3 oranges, peeled and sectioned3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced2 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned2 large apples, cubed1 pint strawberries, sliced1 pound green grapes1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained Preparation In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, lime juice, anise and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight....