Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking powder1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shortening1 large egg, room temperature2/3 cup 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, whisk together first 4 ingredients. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk together egg and milk. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Dough will be wet. On a well-floured surface, knead dough gently 8-10 times. Roll to 1/2-in....

Ingredients 10 large eggs2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided 1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseFresh salsa Preparation In a small bowl, whisk eggs, water, salt and pepper until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons butter over medium heat. Add corn; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until tender. Remove from pan. In same pan, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons minced fresh chives2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, beat all ingredients until blended. Spread onto a baking sheet to 1/2-in. thickness. Freeze, covered, until firm. Cut butter with a 1-in. cookie cutter. Store, layered between waxed paper, in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week or in the freezer up to 3 months....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) apricot halves, drained1 container (16 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed and drained3 medium bananas, sliced3/4 cup pineapple tidbits1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1 juice can of water Preparation In a food processor, chop apricots. In a bowl, combine the apricots, strawberries, bananas, pineapple, orange juice and water. Ladle into muffin cups that have been sprayed with cooking spray. Freeze. When frozen, quickly remove salads to tightly covered storage containers....

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter4 large egg yolks, room temperature1 cup evaporated milk2 teaspoons vanilla extractOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, beat egg yolks until foamy; add milk and vanilla. Stir into crumb mixture until dough is stiff enough to knead. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times....

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepperCUCUMBER SAUCE:1 small tomato, seeded and chopped2/3 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1/2 cup chopped seeded cucumber1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Cut pork into 8 slices; flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large shallow dish, combine the onion, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, thyme and pepper; add pork and turn to coat; Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper1/2 teaspoon olive oil1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute beans and red pepper in oil for 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the vinegar, basil and pepper.

Ingredients 2 cups lemon-lime soda2 packages (3 ounces each) lime gelatin6 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Microwave 2 cups soda on high until hot, 1-2 minutes. Place hot soda and gelatin in a blender; cover and process until gelatin is dissolved. Add cream cheese; process until blended. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in chilled soda. Whisk in whipped topping....

Ingredients 4 baby chickens (poussins) or Cornish hens or chicken breast halves 3 lemons 4 clove garlic 1 tbsp. crushed red-pepper flakes 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh thyme 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 1/2 c. olive oil Salt to taste Preparation Step 1If using whole chickens, use kitchen shears to cut along one side of the backbone of each chicken. Then cut along the other side to remove backbone; discard it....

Ingredients 1 loaf frozen white bread dough, thawedTOPPING:1 pound ground beef1 pound hot bulk pork sausage1 envelope taco seasoning1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup waterOil for deep-fat fryingChopped tomatoFinely chopped onionShredded lettuceShredded cheddar cheeseTaco sauce Sour cream Lime wedges Preparation Allow dough to rise according to package directions. Meanwhile, for filling, cook beef and sausage in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning, beans and water....

Ingredients 2 cups complete pancake mix4 teaspoons molasses1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1-1/2 cups waterMaple syrup, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the pancake mix, molasses, cinnamon, ginger and cloves. Stir in water just until dry ingredients are moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top. Cook until the second side is golden brown. Serve with syrup if desired....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. ketchup 1 c. packed brown sugar 1/2 c. water 1/4 c. apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp. molasses 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder 1/4 tsp. ground mustard 1/4 tsp. paprika Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk all ingredients until combined. Step 2Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 45 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped1/4 cup chopped red onion2 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon key lime juice or lime juice1 teaspoon adobo seasoningLime wedges Preparation In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, tomatoes, peppers, onions and cilantro. Combine the oil, vinegar, lime juice and seasoning; drizzle over shrimp mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon bread, cubed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed8 eggs, lightly beaten2-1/2 cups 2% milk6 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup maple syrupCIDER SYRUP:1/2 cup sugar4 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup apple cider1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons butter Preparation Arrange half of the bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with cream cheese and remaining bread. In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, butter and maple syrup; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup malted milk powder2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFROSTING:3 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup malted milk powder1/3 cup butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk2 cups coarsely chopped malted milk balls Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup ketchup4 teaspoons sweet pickle juice1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish, optionalHot prepared french-fried potatoes Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients; if desired, add pickle relish. Serve with fries. Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container.

Ingredients 4 large eggs1/3 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 medium zucchini, chopped1/2 cup chopped baby portobello mushrooms1/4 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano1 teaspoon minced fresh parsleyOptional toppings: Halved grape tomatoes, small fresh mozzarella cheese balls and thinly sliced fresh basil Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme4 tuna steaks (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a container with a lid, combine the lemon juice, oil, garlic and thyme. Add the tuna and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 30 minutes, turning tuna occasionally. Remove tuna from bag; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles3 bacon strips, diced1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 cup cold water1/4 cup cider vinegar1 cup sliced celery2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute onion in reserved drippings until tender....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1-1/2 tablespoons chopped shallot2 tablespoons butter1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano3 garlic cloves, minced1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped2-1/2 cups (10 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1-1/2 cups pitted Greek olives Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain....