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This lightened version of Chicken Cordon Bleu remains tres délicieuse despite a modest amount of butter

  • 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
  • 5 teaspoons butter, melted
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 thin slices prosciutto (about 2 ounces)
  • 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • Cooking spray
4.2/5 (63 Votes)

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A stir fry makes a terrific dinner since it come together really quickly and can be made very healthy

  • Ingredients for Sauce:
  • 2 cup broccoli florets, cut in half, see shopping tip
  • 2 cups onion, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 5 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups Chinese pea pods (snow peas) sliced in half
  • 1 3/4 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • Cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons water for stir frying
  • 1/3 cup plus reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 cloves garlic, mined
  • 2 teaspoons ginger (from a jar), see shopping tip
  • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
4.6/5 (25 Votes)

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Easy recipe that adds a little variety to regular taco night

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts - no time to thaw? Starting with frozen is okay too
  • 1 jar taco sauce or salsa (I prefer taco sauce, but the kids like salsa so whatever you have on hand)
4.3/5 (24 Votes)

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Bierocks were a staple food item at family gatherings(weddings, reunions, funerals, etc

  • SWEET DOUGH:
  • 2 cups warm water
  • 2 (.25-ounce) packages active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup margarine, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 8 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • FILLING:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound German sausage-casings removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
  • 1 head cabbage, shredded (not diced or chopped!)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
4.2/5 (66 Votes)

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The ingredients really make the difference in chicken salad

  • 4 cups of cooked chicken
  • 1 cup Celery, minced
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Pickle Relish
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard
  • 1 Boiled Egg, chopped fine.
  • 1/2 cup Onion, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar, optional
4.2/5 (51 Votes)

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This gluten-free, grain-free pancake recipe can be made with just 5 ingredients

  • 2 medium bananas
  • 4 large eggs (preferably from organic, pastured chickens)
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Coconut oil, for cooking
  • Walnuts, chopped, optional
4.5/5 (30 Votes)

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These scrumptious English Muffin & Asparagus Bake are perfect for breakfast or brunch

  • 1 orange, yellow or red sweet pepper
  • 10 eggs
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half, or milk
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 ounces thin asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 cup fresh sugar snap pea pods, trimmed
  • 1 cup red or yellow cherry tomatoes
  • 2 English muffins, split and halved
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced, or 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup small fresh basil leaves
4.8/5 (6 Votes)

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Place chicken, potatoes, carrots and celery in a slow cooker; set aside

  • 1-1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 c. baby carrots
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 2 10-3/4 oz. cans cream of chicken soup
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 t. dried thyme
  • 1/4 t. pepper
  • 2 c. biscuit baking mix
  • 2/3 c. milk
4.8/5 (6 Votes)

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Salty, creamy, spiced, and slightly sweet hot mess of deliciousness

  • 1 pound Conchiglie Pasta, or other elbow macaroni
  • 3/4 pound pork, turkey, or chicken apple sausage, removed from casings
  • 3 1/3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 12 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated, 1/2 cup of it set aside for garnish
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground cloves
4.8/5 (6 Votes)

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked grilled chicken, shredded
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup Texas Pete or your favorite hot suace, divided
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 2 1/2 cups half-and-half
  • 3 cups extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Blue cheese or Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • 2 teaspoons Frank's Hot sauce or your favorite hot sauce (to sprinkle on top)
4.8/5 (6 Votes)

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Heat oven to 425F. In a large shallow roasting pan, toss the shallots with 1 tablespoon oil and ¼ teaspoon each sa...

  • 8 shallots, peeled and quartered lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Kosher salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 whole (3- to 3 1/2-pound) chicken
  • 1/2 cup orange marmalade
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
4.8/5 (6 Votes)

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1.Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil

  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta
  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
  • 5 slices bacon
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar spicy red pepper pasta sauce
  • 1/2 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
  • 1 fresh red chile pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4.9/5 (7 Votes)

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