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Cincinnati chili, sometimes referred to as 5-way chili, is served layered with spaghetti, cheese, onion and beans. Equally good, our simplified version can be prepared in minutes making it the perfect weeknight meal. ingredients 1/2 pound spaghetti 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup chopped onion 1 pound ground beef 1-ounce package chili seasoning 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon One 16-ounce can tomato sauce One 14-ounce can black or kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup beef broth directions In a large saucepan set over high heat bring 2 quarts salted water to a boil, covered. Add pasta and cook according to package directions. Heat oil in a 12-inch deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion. Cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add beef and cook until no longer pink. Stir in chili seasoning and cinnamon. Cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add tomato sauce, black beans and broth. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes. Serve over pasta. Non-Restaurant Food-Server Job Duties...

Lighter in calories but no less tasty, this retro chicken salad can be put together in minutes. ingredients 1 cup low-fat mayonnaise 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream 3 cups cooked shredded chicken 1 cup diced celery One 8-ounce can water chestnuts, drained and chopped 1 cup grated sharp cheddar 1/2 cup sliced scallion 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup crushed baked potato chips, unsweetened corn flakes or crackers directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Whisk together mayonnaise and sour cream in a small bowl. In another bowl, combine chicken, celery, water chestnuts, cheddar, scallion, salt and pepper. Add mayonnaise mixture and gently toss to combine. Transfer to baking pan. Sprinkle with chips. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until bubbling. Non-Restaurant Food-Server Job Duties Food-servers who work in a non-restaurant environment may be employed at such places as hospitals and hotel. They use carts or trays to carry and deliver...

Since the tomatoes here are not cooked, you'll really notice their flavor--or lack of it. Make this sauce in the summer when fresh tomatoes are at their peak. The garlic is heated briefly in the oil, and then the garlicky oil is tossed with the spaghetti so the flavor is dispersed throughout the dish. The pasta is equally good warm and at room temperature. WINE RECOMMENDATION: Valpolicella, the crisp, fruity, cherry-scented wine from the shores of Lake Garda in the Veneto, is the perfect hot-weather wine for tomato-and-herb-based dishes. Try one here for a delightful accompaniment. ingredients 2 pounds vine-ripened tomatoes (about 6), chopped 3/4 pound salted fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes, at room temperature 1 1/4 cups chopped fresh basil 1/2 cup halved and pitted black olives 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper 1 pound spaghetti 1/2 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced directions In a large glass or stainl...

Chili powder, cumin and ginger combined with a touch of maple syrup create a spicy-sweet flavor addition to a traditional Thanksgiving player. ingredients 4 pounds sweet potatoes (4 to 5 large) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 tablespoon chili powder 2 teaspoons cumin seeds, toasted and ground (see Ingredient Note) 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Pierce each sweet potato in several places with a fork. Place directly on the oven rack and roast until soft, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Transfer to a cutting board; let stand until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Slip off the skins and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch slices; transfer to a large bowl. Add butter. Smash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher or fork until fluffy but some lumps remain. Add maple syrup, chili powder, ground cumin, ginger, salt and pepper; stir to combine. Ingredient Note: Cumin seeds - Toast seeds...

Take this hearty dish from oven to table by cooking in a sturdy, Emile Henry baking dish.The high-quality clay allows heat to penetrate your food thoroughly. Chicken will turn a crispy brown and vegetables will caramelize, absorbing juices and flavor. Carve and serve right from the dish - the high-fired glaze won't scratch or chip. And it retains heat as you enjoy your meal. ingredients 5- to 6-pound chicken, wing tips removed 1 pound Idaho or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 3-inch wedges 1/2 pound beets, peeled and cut into 3-inch wedges 4-5 parsnips, peeled and cut into 4-inch chunks 2 medium onions, peeled and quartered 6 garlic cloves, peeled, left whole Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary directions Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Remove fat from the tail, remove neck, giblets and livers from cavity. Reserve for giblet gravy or other use. Season cavity and skin with salt, pepper and half of the chopped rosemary. Place chicken in a roas...

The humble potato shines in this easy, hearty soup. Note that leeks differ -- if yours have large desirable white and light green sections, use 4 pounds of leeks; if they’re short on these parts, go with 5 pounds. ingredients 4 to 5 pounds leeks, rinsed thoroughly 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour 5 1/4 cups chicken stock or canned low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 bay leaf 1 3/4 pounds medium red potatoes (about 5), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice Table salt Ground black pepper directions Cut off the roots and tough dark green portion of the leeks, leaving the white portion and about 3 inches of light green. Slice in half lengthwise and chop into 1-inch sections. (You should have about 11 cups). Heat the butter in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat until foaming; stir in the leeks, increase the heat to medium, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are tender but not mushy, 15 to 20 minutes; do not brown. Sprinkle the flou...

We can't resist big, soft, fudgy cookies, like those found in glass jars on bake-shop counters. These freeze exceptionally well-layer them in a freezer-safe container between sheets of wax paper; thaw 15 minutes at room temperature before serving. ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 large egg whites 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped and melted (see Tips) directions Position rack in the center of the oven; preheat to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Whisk all-purpose flour, whole-wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Beat egg whites in a large bowl with an electric mixer until foamy, about 1 minute. Beat in granulated sugar in a slow, steady stream. Scrape down the sides, then beat in brow...