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Ingredients 2tbspolive oil,divided 1largeyam,peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces 1largeparsnip,peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces 1cupbaby carrots 1zucchini,sliced 1bunchasparagus,trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces ½cuproasted red peppers,cut into 1-inch pieces 2clovesgarlic,minced ¼cupfresh basil,chopped ½tspkosher salt ½tspground black pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease 2 baking sheets with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place the yams, parsnips, and carrots onto the baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then add the zucchini and asparagus and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil....

Ingredients ¼cupextra virgin olive oil,Private Selection Italian 4tbsplime juice 2tbspAgave Nectar 4tspkosher salt,divided 1tspdried oregano 2tspchili powder 3tspground cumin,divided 1lbchicken thighs,boneless, skinless 1smallyellow onion,sliced 1medium green bell pepper,seeded and sliced 1medium yellow bell pepper,seeded and sliced 1medium red bell pepper,seeded and sliced 1cupwhite long grain rice,rinsed 1½cupschicken stock 1tspblack pepper lime wedge,for garnish cilantro,fresh, for garnish Preparation In a shallow dish or medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, agave, 1 teaspoon of salt, the oregano, chili powder, and 2 teaspoons of cumin....

Ingredients 1 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 12 oz. white candy coating, chopped 1 tbsp shortening 20 blue milk chocolate M&M’s 2o brown milk chocolate M&M’s red decorating gel Preparation In a small mixing bowl, cream the peanut butter, butter and vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar. Shape into 1-inch balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1avocado,sliced ½cupcherry tomatoes,halved 12fresh basil leaves 2bacon slices,cooked and crumbled red onion,to taste 2tbspbalsamic reduction,glaze 2tbspolive oil 2ozfeta Preparation In each bowl, put ¼ of each ingredient. Drizzle each salad with ½ tablespoon of balsamic reduction and ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Toss to coat. Serve and enjoy. Related Video

Ingredients 1½lbschicken thighs,boneless, skinless, trimmed of fat 9ozchicken andouille sausage,sliced into rounds 1cuponions,chopped ½cupcarrots,chopped 1green bell pepper,seeded, chopped 1red bell pepper,seeded, chopped 3garlic cloves,minced 1cupchicken broth,low sodium 14.5ozdiced tomatoes,(1 can) 3oztomato paste,(½ of 1 can) ½cuptomato sauce 1¾tspcreole seasoning dashcayenne pepper 3scallions,chopped, for garnish 3cupsbrown rice,cooked, for serving, optional Preparation Place the chicken thighs, sausages, bell peppers, garlic, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste and sauce, creole seasoning, and cayenne pepper in the slow cooker....

Ingredients 16ozFrench bread,split lengthwise 8ozfresh spinach,washed and dried 2tbspextra-virgin olive oil 1large shallot,chopped 9clovesgarlic,chopped 6ozartichoke hearts,chopped 1½sticksbutter ½tspsalt ¼tspblack pepper ¼tspcrushed red pepper 2tspfresh parsley,chopped 8ozmozzarella cheese 6ozParmesan cheese,shredded, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large saucepan cook the shallots, olive oil, and spinach until wilted. Add to small food processor with the garlic, artichoke hearts, butter, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Process until just combined....

Ingredients ¼cupwhole almonds,with skins 6ozgreen beans,ends trimmed 6ozsugar snap peas,halved on the diagonal 1½cupsfresh or frozen peas 4radishes,thinly sliced 1tbspolive oil 1½tbspsherry vinegar,or red wine vinegar ¼tspsalt ⅛tspground black pepper ⅓cupmint pesto ½cupfresh mint leaves 2ozcrumbled feta,(½ cup), or to taste Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until they are fragrant....

Ingredients 2cupssweet lemon juice ¼cupsugar,or to taste 1tbsplemon juice 1tsplemon zest ½tspcornstarch,or corn flour ½tspwater 2cupswhipping cream ½vanilla bean pod ½cupmixed dried fruit ½cupdry oat 4tbsphoney ¼cupbutter,cubed and chilled 4tbspwheat flour cupsweet lemon,medium fresh leaf sweet lemon,cubed Preparation Make the mousse: In a sauce pan, add sweet lemon juice and sugar and let the mixture come to a simmer. Add the lemon juice and lemon zest to the pan and let the mixture come to a boil....

Ingredients ½cupagave nectar ½cupsoy sauce,low-sodium ½cupcreamy peanut butter ¼cuprice vinegar ¼cuplime juice,fresh, (about 3 limes) 4garlic cloves,minced 2tbspSriracha hot sauce,or to taste 4tspsesame oil 2tspground ginger 2tsponion powder 2cupsdry quinoa 3cupsred cabbage,shredded 2cupsmatchstick carrots 8ozbean sprouts 1cucumber,peeled, diced 4green onions,chopped 1cuppeanuts,dry roasted, chopped, unsalted or lightly salted 1cupcilantro,fresh, long stems removed chicken,cooked pork,cooked shrimp,cooked tofu,cooked Preparation Combine the agave, soy sauce, peanut butter, rice vinegar, lime juice, garlic, hot sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and onion powder in a blender and puree for 30 seconds, until emulsified....

Ingredients ⅔cupheavy cream ½cuplight corn syrup ⅓cuppacked dark or light brown sugar ¼cupunsweetened cocoa powder ⅛tspsalt 5ozsemi-sweet chocolate,finely chopped, divided 2tbspunsalted butter 1tspvanilla extract Preparation In a 1½ quart saucepan combine cream, corn syrup, brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and 3 ounces of chocolate. Bring mixture to a light boil over medium heat, reduce heat and let simmer for about 5 minutes stirring frequently. Remove from heat, add in the remaining 2 ounces chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract, then stir until smooth....

Ingredients 2¾cupsall-purpose flour 1tspbaking soda ½tspsalt ½tspcream of tartar 1½cupsgranulated sugar 1cupunsalted butter,softened 1egg,large 1egg yolk,large 1tspvanilla extract ¾tsptsp peppermint extract 2½cupswhite chocolate chips 2½tbspshortening ⅓cuppeppermint bits,or finely crushed candy canes Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and cream of tartar, set aside. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together sugar and butter until combined....

Ingredients 1lbground beef ½lbbacon,cooked and in pieces ¼cupketchup 2tbspmustard 1tbspWorcestershire sauce 1tspgarlic salt pepper,to taste 4white tortillas,(burrito size) 2cupscheddar cheese,shredded green lettuce tomatoes Preparation Brown the ground beef in a medium saucepan. Once the beef is brown, add the cooked bacon pieces. In a small bowl, whisk the ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Mix into the ground beef. Lay the tortilla flat and add on the cheese, lettuce, tomato, and ground beef....

Ingredients 3cupsdry elbow macaroni 3tbspbutter 3tbspflour 2½cupsmilkpreferably 2% 1⅓cupsWisconsin Feta Cheesecrumbled and divided 1½cupsWisconsin Provolone Cheeseshredded salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste 8slicesbaconfried, diced and divided Preparation Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain well, then set aside. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter, then whisk in the flour. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. While whisking vigorously, slowly pour in the milk and whisk until well combined....

Ingredients 16ozjumbo shrimp,(weight after peeling 12.5 oz), peeled and deveined salt and pepper,to taste ¼cupegg substitute,egg beaters 6tbspwhole wheat Italian seasoned breadcrumbs 2tbsppanko 2tbspgrated parmesan cheese cooking spray Preparation Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Put the egg beaters in one bowl, and the breadcrumbs, panko and parmesan cheese in another. Wash and dry the shrimp. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then put a few at a time in the bowl with the egg beaters to coat....

Ingredients 1head broccoli ½ small white oniondiced 2clovesgarlicminced salt and pepperto taste 1cupwater 2tbspbutter 1cupwhite cheddarshredded 1cupGreek yogurt Preparation In a pan on medium heat, sauté onion in oil until translucent. Add garlic, salt, and pepper and saute. Add 1 cup of water, add broccoli pieces, and if needed, add more water to ensure broccoli is covered. Cook for 8 minutes or until broccoli starts to soften. Blend the mixture well using an immersion blender, add butter, and stir to melt....

Ingredients 3cupschicken broth,fat free low-sodium, use vegetable broth for vegetarian 1cupbutternut squash puree 1tspbutter or olive oil 3clovesgarlic,chopped ¼cupshallots,chopped 1cuparborio rice 2ozdry white wine 1tbspfresh sage,minced ¼cupParmigiano-Reggiano,freshly grated salt and fresh cracked pepper,to taste 2cupsfresh baby arugula,for garnish Preparation In a large saucepan, heat broth and butternut squash puree over medium-high heat. When it boils, reduce heat to a simmer and maintain over low heat, taste for salt and adjust as needed....

Ingredients 20 caramels 1 can apple pie filling 1 cup walnuts ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 cup oatmeal ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 can sweetened condensed milk 1 cup butter, unsalted ½ tsp. baking soda ½ tsp. salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl Add in butter until crumbly. Press three-quarters of this mixture into a 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Set aside....

Ingredients 3largeripe avocados 1pintcherry tomatoesquartered 1cupred onionchopped 1/2cupfresh cilantrofinely chopped 2mediumjalapeñosseeded and minced 1/4 cuplime juice 1 tspkosher salt 1/2tspground corianderoptional Preparation In a large serving bowl, combine all of the ingredients as listed. Gently toss to combine. Serve promptly, as the avocado will brown over time. To store leftovers, try to minimize the amount of oxygen by using a container that’s just the right size, or press plastic wrap directly against the avocado....

Ingredients 3/4 cup fresh ricotta, for topping 1/2 cup sherry vinegar 2 tbsp sugar 1/3 cup heavy cream 1 tsp salt 1 egg yolk 1 cup milk 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 tsp cinnamon 4 cups ciabatta bread, diced 2 tbsp butter, for cooking the bread 2 tbsp butter, divided 2 apples, peeled, cored and sliced 2 tsp sugar Preparation Place vinegar and sugar in a small pot over medium heat. Let reduce until syrupy....

Ingredients 1qtOcean Spray cranberry juice 3sliceginger,peeled 1bottlechampagne,chilled fresh cranberries Preparation Combine cranberry juice and ginger in a small, nonreactive saucepan over medium high heat and simmer until reduced to a syrup consistency. Let cool. In a Champagne flute, pour about 2 tablespoons cranberry syrup in glass and top with Champagne. Garnish with fresh cranberries, which will float from bottom to top of glass. Related Video