Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes4 large eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper8 slices halved Canadian bacon, warmed1/4 cup prepared hollandaise sauce Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Bake until tender, 50-75 minutes. Meanwhile, place 2-3 in. of water in a large saucepan or skillet with high sides. Bring to a boil; adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Break cold eggs, 1 at a time, into a small bowl; holding bowl close to surface of water, slip egg into water....

Ingredients 7 large cucumbers, shredded3 large onions, finely chopped3 cups shredded carrots2 medium sweet red peppers, finely chopped5 tablespoons salt5 cups sugar3 cups white vinegar1 tablespoon celery seed1 tablespoon mustard seed Preparation Toss first 5 ingredients; let stand 3 hours. Drain; squeeze and blot dry with paper towels. In a Dutch oven, mix sugar, vinegar, celery seed and mustard seed; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Add vegetables; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 16 whole graham crackers1 cup vanilla frostingRed paste or liquid food coloring32 Oreo cookiesBlack shoestring licorice16 red gumdrops Preparation With a serrated knife, cut the top left- or right-hand corner off of each graham cracker at a 45° angle. Tint frosting red; frost crackers. Place two sandwich cookies on each for wheels. For each truck, cut licorice into two 2-1/2-in. pieces, five 1/2-in. pieces and two 1-1/2-in. pieces. Place the large pieces parallel to each other above wheels, with the small pieces between to form a ladder....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar2 large egg yolks2 teaspoons vanilla extract6 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled1 cup cold strong brewed coffee3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 cup buttermilkRUM GLAZE:2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup milk1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon rum extractFILLING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup milk1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedChocolate curls Preparation Line two greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)2 large egg whites1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 cups fat-free milk2 packages (16 ounces each) large marshmallows1/2 teaspoon mint extract1 carton (16 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed2/3 cup Oreo cookie crumbs Preparation In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, egg whites, applesauce and vanilla. Spread into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup ready-to-drink margarita mix1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1 tablespoon lime juice5 drops green food coloring, optional 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedPRETZEL TOPPING:1/3 cup finely crushed pretzels4 teaspoons butter, melted1 tablespoon sugarLime slices Preparation Combine first five ingredients; mix well. If desired, add green food coloring; fold in thawed whipped topping. For pretzel topping, combine pretzels, butter and sugar....

Ingredients 2 whole garlic bulbs4 teaspoons olive oil, divided3 tablespoons butter6 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary Preparation Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off garlic bulbs. Brush with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap each bulb in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until softened....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 30 cookies)1/4 cup butter, meltedFILLING:1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup plus 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar, divided 1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt3 large egg yolks1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups pecan halvesTOPPING:1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons maple syrup Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and melted butter....

Ingredients 1 cup balsamic vinegar16 dried figs1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese8 thin slices prosciutto, halved widthwise2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation For glaze, in a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil over medium heat; cook until reduced to about 1/4 cup. Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of each fig; fill with 1-1/2 teaspoons cheese. Wrap each with a piece of prosciutto; place on a baking sheet....

Ingredients 1 large head cabbage, cored1 large egg1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup uncooked converted rice1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon dried savory or thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 cups sauerkraut, rinsed, well drained and chopped2 cups canned crushed tomatoes6 bacon strips, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth Preparation Cook cabbage in boiling water just until outer leaves pull away easily from head....

Ingredients 2 skinless wild-salmon fillets Coarse salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 scallions 1 ruby red grapefruit 1 ripe avocado 2 c. sunflower shoots, watercress leaves, or a combination of both 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Season the salmon with salt and pepper then place it in a 9-inch baking dish. Drizzle the fish with 1 tablespoon of oil and sprinkle it with half of the scallions....

Ingredients 4 cod fillets (6 ounces each) 2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 small green pepper, cut into thin strips1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place cod in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Brush with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with green pepper, onion and olives....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped1-1/4 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) whole tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2 teaspoons dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: Crumbled feta cheese and minced fresh basil Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add orzo; cook and stir until lightly toasted. Stir in tomatoes, broth and seasonings; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 6 cups water1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed4 to 6 bacon strips3/4 cup Italian salad dressing Preparation In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add beans; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside. Cut bacon in half lengthwise; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until edges curl. Place four or five beans on each bacon strip; wrap bacon around beans and tie in a knot....

Ingredients 1 pound frozen home-style egg noodles2 pounds ground beef2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1 tablespoon dried minced onion2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons each Italian seasoning, dried basil and dried parsley flakes1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1/2 cup 2% milk2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Minced fresh parsley, optional...

Ingredients 3 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1 cup sugar1/2 cup crushed saltines (about 12 crackers)1/2 cup chopped pecans1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 pints fresh strawberries, divided4 cups miniature marshmallows1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedRed food coloring, optional Preparation In a bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh broccoli florets6 green onions, sliced1 cup diced celery1 cup green grapes1 cup seedless red grapes1 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegar1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine broccoli, onions, celery and grapes. In another bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar; pour over broccoli mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Stir in bacon and almonds just before serving....

Ingredients 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats1 teaspoon oat bran1/3 cup chopped tart apple1 medium firm banana, diced1/4 cup halved seedless grapes2 tablespoons raisins1 tablespoon sliced almondsMilk or yogurt, optional Preparation In a large bowl, toss the first seven ingredients; divide between two small bowls. Serve with milk or yogurt if desired.

Ingredients 2 small potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes8 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1 small zucchini, chopped1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheeseMinced chives and additional shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place potatoes in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shortening1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon6 cups sliced peeled tart apples1 cup heavy whipping creamWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in the shortening until crumbly. Add vanilla. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in....