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1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup dry white wine

2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered1/3 cup cold water1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 cup chopped fresh mint3/4 cup dry white wine2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons honey3 pounds cubed lamb stew meat24 pearl onions, peeled8 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes1 tablespoon apricot preserves2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon water

2 cups all-purpose flour for coating1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 green bell pepper, chopped1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 cup white wine2 cups fresh mushrooms, quarteredsalt and pepper to taste