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Ingredients:3 tablespoons olive oil, divided3 shallots, minced3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups plus 2 tablespoons water, divided1 cup quinoa, rinsed1 cup fresh Brussels sprouts1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1/4 cup lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper DirectionsIn a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove.In same saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes.Remove from heat; […]

Ingredients:1/3 cup 2% milk1-1/2 cups vanilla ice cream1/2 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries1 tablespoon strawberry preserves DirectionsIn a blender, combine all ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately. credit:tasteofhomee

Ingredients:1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting11 Kit Kat candy bars (1-1/2 ounces each)2 pounds fresh strawberries1 pint fresh blueberries1 pint fresh raspberries2 tablespoons apricot preserves, warmedFresh mint leaves, optional DirectionsPrepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans.Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Separate candy bars; lightly press into sides of cake.Arrange berries on top; brush with preserves. Garnish with […]

Ingredients:1 package (9 ounces) white or yellow cake mix1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped4 cups fresh raspberries2 ounces semisweet chocolate, coarsely grated or shavedGrated chocolate or chocolate curls, optional DirectionsPrepare and bake cake according to package directions. Cool; cut into 3/4-in. cubes. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.Fold in whipped cream.In a trifle bowl or individual dessert glasses, layer half of cake cubes, 1-1/2 cups raspberries, half of cream cheese mixture and half of chocolate.Repeat […]

Ingredients:1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1 teaspoon sugar2 teaspoons salt5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour DirectionsIn a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes.Stir in remaining flour to form a soft dough.Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top.Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.Punch dough down. Turn […]

Ingredients:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3 medium ripe bananas1 large egg, room temperature1/3 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract DirectionsIn a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, mash the bananas. Add egg, oil and vanilla; mix well.Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups half full.Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes;remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Credit: tasteofhome

Ingredients:1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 garlic cloves, minced8 chicken drumsticks (4 ounces each), skin removed1/2 cup whole wheat flour1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepperOlive oil-flavored cooking spray DirectionsIn a large bowl or dish, combine yogurt, mustard and garlic. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.Preheat oven to 425°. In another bowl, mix flour, paprika, baking powder, salt and pepper. Remove chicken from marinade and add,1 piece at a time, to flour mixture; toss to coat. Place […]

Ingredients:1-2/3 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce2 tablespoons canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt6 cups chopped peeled tart apples1/2 cup chopped pecansFROSTING:4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese2 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners’ sugar DirectionsPreheat oven to 350°. Coat a 13×9-in. baking pan with cooking spray.In a large bowl, beat sugar, eggs, applesauce, oil and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt;gradually beat into sugar mixture. Fold in apples […]

Ingredients:1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 teaspoon salt, divided6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika1 tablespoon canola oil3 tablespoons tomato paste2 teaspoons herbes de Provence2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups dry red wine2 cups beef broth1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary, divided2 bay leaves3 cups cubed peeled potatoes3 cups coarsely chopped onions (about 2 large)2 cups sliced carrots2 tablespoons cold water2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar1 cup fresh or frozen peasAdditional fresh rosemary, optional DirectionsIn a small bowl, toss beef and 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a large […]

Ingredients:2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes2 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch cubes2 medium turnips, peeled and diced2 medium carrots, peeled and diced1 teaspoon sea salt, divided1 teaspoon chili powder3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cumin6 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) DirectionsPreheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add potatoes, turnips and carrots. Combine 1/2 teaspoon salt, chili powder,1/2 teaspoon pepper, cinnamon and cumin; sprinkle over vegetables. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender, […]