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Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (7 to 9 pounds) 1/2 cup drained canned apricot halves1/2 cup stone-ground mustard1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon whole peppercorns1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Using a sharp knife, score surface of ham with 1/4-in.-deep cuts in a diamond pattern. Cover and bake until a thermometer reads 130°, 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours....

Ingredients 1 package (5.9 ounces) chicken and garlic-flavored rice and vermicelli mix2 tablespoons butter1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2-1/4 cups water1/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend, thawed Preparation In a large skillet, saute rice mix in butter until golden brown. Stir in the chicken, water, teriyaki sauce, ginger and contents of rice seasoning packet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound small red potatoes (about 10), halved1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and halved crosswise3 pouches (2-1/2 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, halved, optional1/2 cup zesty Italian salad dressing Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-12 minutes, adding asparagus during the last 2-4 minutes of cooking....

Ingredients 2 large onions, sliced1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tablespoon butter2 bacon strips, diced1 pound pork chop suey meat1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute onions in oil and butter until golden brown. Remove to paper towels to drain. In the same skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain....

Ingredients 5 pounds red potatoes, cooked and cubed1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled1 pound cheddar cheese, cubed4 cups 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese1 large onion, finely chopped1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream1 tablespoon minced chives1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a very large bowl, combine potatoes and bacon. In another large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; add to potato mixture and gently toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 4-1/2-qt....

Ingredients 1/2 c. pecans 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 1/4 c. milk 1 1/2 stick (6 ounces) unsalted butter 3 large eggs 2 large ripe bananas 1/4 c. sugar maple syrup Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the pecans in a pie plate and bake for 10 minutes, or until golden. Let cool, then coarsely chop. Lower the oven temperature to 225°F....

Ingredients 2 scoops vanilla gelato (or flavor of choice) 1 shot espresso or 2 tbsp. strong brewed coffee Splash of amaretto, crushed biscotti, or shaved chocolate, for topping (optional) Preparation Step 1Scoop gelato into a chilled glass. Pour espresso in a slow stream over gelato. Add a splash of amaretto and a sprinkle of biscotti and chocolate, if using. Serve immediately. Start cold. A clear drinking glass is a must (you want all eyes on the pour) and make sure it’s freezing cold....

Ingredients 1 (12-oz.) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuits 6 tbsp. butter, melted 2 c. cinnamon sugar 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped 2 tbsp. brown sugar 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 c. powdered sugar 3 tbsp. milk Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x5” loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.Step 2On a cutting board, separate biscuits and cut each biscuit into quarters....

Ingredients Cooking spray 2 (16.3-oz.) cans biscuit dough 2 c. shredded cooked chicken 1 c. buffalo sauce, divided 2 c. shredded mozzarella 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan 2 thinly sliced green onions, plus more for garnish Ranch dressing, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a large bundt pan with cooking spray. Cut each biscuit into quarters. Step 2In a medium bowl, toss chicken and ¾ cup buffalo sauce together....

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1-1/3 cups french-fried onions, divided1 large egg1 tablespoon water Preparation Do not preheat air fryer. Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles. Sprinkle each with about 2 tablespoons onions. Roll up each from the wide end. Curve ends down to form crescents. In batches, place crescents in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Beat egg and water; brush over dough. Sprinkle with remaining onions....

Ingredients 3 eggs2-1/4 cups sugar1-1/2 cups milk1 cup canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 teaspoons butter flavoring or additional vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour4-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons saltFROSTING:1/3 cup butter, melted3 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons milk Preparation In a bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, milk, oil, extracts and butter flavoring. Combine the flour, poppy seeds, baking powder and salt; add to the egg mixture and mix just until combined....

Ingredients 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1/3 cup cold water1-3/4 cups apple juice1/2 cup sugar3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup heavy whipping cream, whippedTOPPING:1/2 cup chopped dry roasted peanuts2 tablespoons butter1 cup applesauce1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonAdditional whipped cream, cinnamon and peanuts, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute....

Ingredients 4 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 7 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup apple cider or apple juice2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water2 large tart apples, sliced1/2 cup sliced onion2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil. Add the cider, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, salt, rosemary and thyme....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped sweet onion3 tablespoons butter2 garlic cloves, minced1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Cut asparagus into 1-in. pieces; set the tips aside. Add remaining asparagus to skillet; saute until crisp-tender. Add asparagus tips and pepper; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until asparagus is tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon grated Romano cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon each ground mustard, coriander and pepper1 tablespoon white vinegar6 large eggs6 slices Canadian bacon, warmed1 large ripe avocado, peeled and sliced3 English muffins, split and toasted Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 pound pork stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/3 cup chili powder, divided4 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 large onion, finely chopped1 celery rib, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon chopped canned green chiles1 carton (32 ounces) beef broth3/4 cup beer3/4 cup tomato sauce2 tablespoons grated dark chocolate3 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper...

Ingredients 1 whole garlic bulb1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 round loaf (1 pound) sourdough bread1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese1 loaf (10-1/2 ounces) French bread baguette, sliced and toastedRed and green grapes Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off bulb. Brush with 1-1/2 teaspoons oil; sprinkle with rosemary. Wrap in heavy-duty foil....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion1 medium green pepper, chopped3/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup water1 tablespoon sugar2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 tablespoon vinegarSalt and pepper to tasteHamburger buns Preparation In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add all remaining ingredients except buns. Simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes. Serve on buns....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel hair pasta2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/4 cup minced fresh basil1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepperAdditional fresh basil12 lemon slices Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to the pan. Add oil; toss to coat. Add the milk, cheese, onions, basil, lemon zest, salt, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch pieces2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 large red onion, chopped2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup frozen sliced carrots1 cup frozen peas2 tablespoons ketchup1 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup sour cream1 cup beef gravy1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls Preparation Place potatoes in a microwave-safe dish; cover with water. Cover and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes or until tender; drain and set aside....