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1/4 cup floursalt and pepper to taste24 large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot1 large clove garlic, pressed1/2 cup Chardonnay wine1 cup chicken broth, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice1 cup heavy cream1/2 cup butter2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1/4 cup grated Romano cheese

2 tablespoons cornstarch2 teaspoons sugar6 tablespoons soy sauce1/4 cup white wine, apple juice or water1 pound boneless beef round steak, cut into thin strips3 cups broccoli florets2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 (6 ounce) package frozen pea pods, thawed2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, undrainedHot cooked rice

3/4 cup water3/4 cup white sugar1 cinnamon stick1 orange10 whole cloves1 (750 milliliter) bottle red wine

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed8 bacon strips, partially cooked1 tablespoon finely chopped onion3 tablespoons butter, margarine or bacon drippings1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt