Ingredients 2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup 2% milk1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Add milk; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes longer. Stir in chocolate chips; cook and stir until melted. Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla. Spoon into dessert dishes. Serve warm or chilled....

Ingredients 1/4 cup raspberry preserves2 tablespoons orange juice1 pint lemon ice or sherbetChocolate syrup Preparation In a small bowl, combine preserves and orange juice. Spoon into four dessert dishes. Top each with a scoop of lemon ice. Drizzle with chocolate syrup. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 4 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons grated fresh gingerroot1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons sherry or apple juiceEGG FOO YONG:1-1/2 cups egg substitute1/4 cup chopped green onions2 cups canned bean sprouts, rinsed and drained1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained and chopped1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon Chinese five spice2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, sugar and ginger....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup dark corn syrup1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons bourbon1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup pecan halves, toasted1/4 cup hot caramel ice cream topping Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 12-in. circle. Press onto bottom and up sides of an ungreased 11-in. tart pan with removable bottom. Sprinkle with chocolate chips....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided1 tablespoon sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup cornstarch, divided2 tablespoons sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, sherry or broth, salt, garlic powder and ginger; add the chicken....

Ingredients 2 cups frozen French-style green beans, thawed2 tablespoons chopped onion3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup ranch salad dressing Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the beans, onion and bacon; stir in dressing. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, melted1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 cups sliced peeled fresh peaches1/3 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 large egg1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup whole milkWhipped cream, optional Preparation Pour butter into an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan; sprinkle with brown sugar. Arrange peach slices in a single layer over brown sugar. In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped seeded plum tomatoes1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions2 tablespoons chopped sweet yellow pepper2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperTortilla chips Preparation In a bowl, combine the tomatoes, green onions, yellow pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve with chips.

Ingredients 2 cans (21 ounces each) raspberry or strawberry pie filling1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained, optional1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedFresh berries and mint, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine pie filling, milk and pineapple if desired. Fold in whipped topping. Spread into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. pan. Cover and freeze for 8 hours or overnight. Remove from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup cubed fully cooked ham4 green onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 to 2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weedSalt to taste1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water....

Ingredients 1 cup sliced celery1 cup chopped green pepper1 cup chopped onion1/4 cup canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour5 cups chicken broth6 cups shredded or cubed cooked chicken2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon each pepper, sugar and dried thyme12 to 16 drops hot pepper sauceHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the celery, green pepper and onion in oil until tender; Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 pound beef top round steak1/2 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/3 cup chopped celery1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Cut beef into 2 portions; add to dish and turn to coat. Place onion in a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Layer with the beef, celery and tomato sauce....

Ingredients 1 medium eggplant, peeled and cubed1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped3 medium tomatoes, choppedSalt and pepper to taste1/2 cup 2% milk1 large egg, beaten1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil; add eggplant. Boil until tender, 5-8 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking meat into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix2/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1 cup 2% milk1 large egg10 wooden skewers10 hot dogsOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk milk and egg; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Let stand for 15 minutes. Insert skewers into hot dogs; dip into batter....

Ingredients 2 beef top sirloin steaks (6 ounces each)3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning Preparation In a large skillet, cook steaks in 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter or margarine1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1 large onion, diced2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)1-1/2 teaspoons saltPepper to taste2 cups water1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce Preparation In a skillet, melt butter. Layer with sauerkraut, rice, onion and beef. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a bowl, combine water and tomato sauce; mix well. Pour over beef mixture. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/4 cup lemon juice4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons dried oregano3/4 teaspoon dried thyme3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts3/4 cup chopped green pepper3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Whisk together 2/3 cup oil with next six ingredients. Reserve 3 tablespoons marinade for pizza. Add chicken to remaining marinade; toss in a shallow dish to coat....

Ingredients 2 pounds carrots, julienned1/3 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon saltFresh thyme sprigs, optional Preparation In a large skillet, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook over medium heat for 7-10 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Serve with a slotted spoon. If desired, sprinkle with thyme.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups fat-free milk3 large eggs2 tablespoons butter, melted2/3 cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:1 cup 2% cottage cheese3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese2 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon almond extract2-1/4 cups each fresh blueberries and raspberriesConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the milk, eggs and butter. Combine the flour and salt; add to milk mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Coat an 8-in. nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 to 1-1/4 pounds broiler/fryer chicken, cut up2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1 medium potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 small onion, quartered1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon garlic powderSalt and pepper to taste1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in 1 tablespoon oil. In a greased 9-in. square baking dish, place the carrots, potato and onion....