Ingredients 1/4 pound bulk Italian sausage1/2 cup chopped onion1 small garlic clove, minced3/4 teaspoon olive oil1 cup diced tomatoes3 tablespoons Italian tomato paste2 tablespoons water1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley3/4 teaspoon packed brown sugar3/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon Italian seasoningDash coarsely ground pepperHot cooked pasta of your choice Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the sausage, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 large shallot, minced2 tablespoons crushed Ritz crackers 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground chicken1/2 cup finely crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons canola oil4 hamburger buns, splitOptional: Refrigerated tzatziki sauce and sliced tomato Preparation Combine first 7 ingredients. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. Gently stir in cheese. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties (mixture will be soft). Brush patties with oil....

Ingredients 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)1/2 cup peanut butter1/3 cup light corn syrupChocolate syrupChopped walnuts Preparation Spread half of the ice cream into crust. Combine peanut butter and corn syrup; spread over ice cream. Top with remaining ice cream. Drizzle with chocolate syrup and sprinkle with nuts. Cover and freeze for 3-4 hours. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving.

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1 cup plus 3 pints fresh strawberries, divided2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup water2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. On a floured surface, roll dough to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Trim and flute edge. Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh broccoli florets2 cups fresh cauliflowerets1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup grated carrot1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Toss vegetables in a large salad bowl. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar and Parmesan cheese; pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and chill. Sprinkle with bacon just before serving.

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup water1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup egg substitute1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest3/4 cup orange-cream yogurt2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping1 cup diced fresh strawberries, patted dry1 cup canned unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained and patted dry Preparation Coat two 9-in. round baking pans with cooking spray; line with waxed paper. Coat waxed paper with cooking spray; set aside....

Ingredients 2 cups Neapolitan ice cream1 small firm banana, cut into chunks1/2 cup milk1 tablespoon strawberry preserves1 tablespoon pineapple ice cream topping Preparation In a blender, combine the ice cream, banana and milk; cover and process until smooth. Add the preserves and ice cream topping; cover and process until well combined. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 beef tenderloin roast (3 pounds)2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon dried basil3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation Tie tenderloin at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string. Combine oil and garlic; brush over meat. Combine the salt, pepper, basil and rosemary; sprinkle evenly over meat. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 40-50 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined5 garlic cloves, minced2 green onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup butter, divided1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; toss to combine. In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup butter over medium-high heat. Add half of the shrimp mixture; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided 2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips1 cup beef broth2 tablespoons soy sauce4 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons grated orange zest6 teaspoons canola oil, divided2 medium carrots, diagonally cut into thin slices1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional Hot cooked rice Preparation Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch, water and salt; toss with beef....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup sugar3 tablespoons light brown sugar3 tablespoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract10 gingersnap cookies, crushedAssorted sliced fresh fruit and graham crackers Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and sugars until smooth. Stir in lemon zest, juice and vanilla. Shape into two balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours....

Ingredients 8 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups unsweetened apple juice1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon Dijon mustardPECAN RICE:2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon curry powder4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup chopped pecans, toasted3 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup golden raisins Preparation Tuck wings under hens; tie drumsticks together. Rub skin with butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 8 large eggs, lightly beaten1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced chives1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, cheese, mayonnaise, chives and basil. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add egg mixture; cook and stir until completely set.

Ingredients 2 quarts vanilla ice cream1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed3/4 cup green creme de menthe3/4 cup creme de cacao Preparation In a blender, cover and process the ingredients in batches until blended. Stir if necessary. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon olive oil4 slices smoked cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained4 onion hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, egg, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each with your thumb. Brush both sides of patties with oil....

Ingredients 1 can chicken broth 2 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons water 1 lb. frozen peas 1 tbsp. olive oil 2 c. Arborio or Carnaroli rice 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Step 1In 2-quart covered saucepan, heat chicken broth and 2 1/4 cups water to boiling on high.Step 2Meanwhile, in microwave-safe large bowl, place peas and 2 tablespoons water; cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on High 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 plum tomato, peeled and chopped1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil1 egg or egg substitute equivalent1 teaspoon water1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon olive oil, optionalSalt and pepper to taste, optional1 slice bread, toastedAdditional fresh basil, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine tomato and basil; set aside. In another bowl, beat egg, water and garlic. Heat oil if desired in a small nonstick skillet; add egg mixture....

Ingredients 1/4 c. flour 1/2 tsp. Pepper 4 small bone-in chicken breast halves 1/4 c. KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing 2 c. baby carrots 1 onion 1 can fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 c. instant brown rice 4 oz. PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1Mix flour and pepper in shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to coat both sides of each piece. Gently shake off excess flour....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup baking cocoa6-1/2 cups water2 teaspoons vanilla extractOptional: Sweetened whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate syrup and Pirouette cookies Preparation Place milk and baking cocoa in a large saucepan; cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Gradually stir in water; heat through, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Add toppings as desired.

Ingredients 3 large eggs1 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper1/4 cup ketchup2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper5 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)3/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham3/4 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheeseTOMATO PEPPER SAUCE:1/2 cup finely chopped onion2 celery ribs, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes1 cup beef broth1 bay leaf1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water...