Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup 2% milk1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, melted1 egg3/4 cup cornmeal1 teaspoon salt3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter, egg, cornmeal, salt and 1-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. tomatoes 2 fresh red chiles 2 fresh scallions 2 tbsp. finely shredded mint 1 clove garlic 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper 1 lb. fresh fettuccine 4 oz. prosciutto 1/4 c. freshly grated pecorino cheese Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling, salted water, blanch tomatoes for 10 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the tomatoes to a cutting board; reserve the water. Peel and coarsely chop the tomatoes, then transfer them to a medium bowl and add the chiles, scallions, mint, garlic and olive oil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped3 tablespoons ground cumin1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepperDash crushed red pepper flakes1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmedOptional: Sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes...

Ingredients 2 cups Biscuit Baking Mix1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 cup half-and-half cream Preparation In a small bowl, mix biscuit baking mix and Italian seasoning; stir in cream just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 10 times. Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 13-16 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 4 slice bacon 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 large egg 1 tbsp. water 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal salt Freshly ground pepper 1 lb. unripe green tomatoes or large tomatillos canola oil 8 thick-cut slices of whole wheat or multigrain bread low-fat mayonnaise baby arugula Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Arrange the bacon on the foil and bake for about 15 minutes, until crispy....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar4 cups all-purpose flour2 cups quick-cooking oats2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 pound dark or milk chocolate candy coating, meltedConfectioners’ sugar icing, optional Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the flour, oats, extracts and salt; mix well. Roll out dough to 1/4-in thickness. Cut with a 3-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter; place on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 3 eggs1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups shredded zucchini1 cup chopped dates1/2 cup chopped walnutsCARAMEL CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:10 caramels1 tablespoon water3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, applesauce and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to the egg mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1/4 cup sugar1 can (15 ounces) apricot halves, drained and coarsely chopped1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 cup miniature marshmallows1 can (15 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, drained Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and sugar until smooth. Fold in the apricots, pineapple and marshmallows. Gently fold in cherries. Spoon into a 5-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups rum3/4 cup frozen limeade concentrate, thawed1 package (15-1/2 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries2 to 2-1/2 cups ice cubes Optional: Fresh strawberries and lime slices Preparation In a blender, combine the rum, limeade concentrate, strawberries and ice. Cover and process until smooth and thickened (use more ice for thicker daiquiris). Pour into cocktail glasses. If desired, garnish with fresh strawberries and lime slices.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 large butternut squash (3-1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the parsley, oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Add squash and toss to coat. Transfer to an ungreased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 50-55 minutes or until squash is just tender....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 ounces smoked Gouda cheese, cut into thin pieces2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons canola oil, divided1 garlic clove, minced1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice2 large tart apples, thinly sliced1 tablespoon honey Preparation Cut a slit lengthwise through the thickest part of each chicken breast; fill with cheese. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh broccoli florets1 cup fresh cauliflowerets1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1 large celery rib, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions5 tablespoons reduced-fat ranch salad dressing3 tablespoons fat-free sour cream1/4 cup salted cashew pieces2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Place broccoli and cauliflower in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound)SAUTEED SPINACH:1 green onion, finely chopped1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Spoon over chicken. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 6 to 7 cups (125 grams per cup) all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons active dry yeast2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons salt1 cup raisins1 cup chopped walnuts3 cups cool water (70° to 75°) Preparation In a large bowl, whisk 6 cups flour, sugar, yeast, cinnamon and salt. Stir in raisins and walnuts; add water and enough remaining flour to form a moist, shaggy dough. Do not knead. Cover and let rise in a cool place until doubled, 7-8 hours....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells1-1/2 cups chopped celery1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 tablespoon chopped onion1 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon salt Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, celery, tuna, green pepper, peas, pimientos and onion. Combine the mayonnaise and salt; fold into salad....

Ingredients 4 each medium green, sweet red and yellow peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces4 medium onions, quartered4 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces2 medium cucumbers, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces1 small head cabbage, cut into wedges2-3/4 cups white vinegar1 cup sugar3/4 cup water3 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon mustard seed1 tablespoon celery seedCooked sausage or meat of your choice Preparation In a food processor, cover and process the vegetables in batches until finely chopped....

Ingredients 1 pound dried pinto beans2 poblano peppers2 serrano peppers6 cups water1 bay leaf1/2 pound uncooked chorizo, casing removed2 tablespoons lard1 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons salt1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Place peppers on a baking sheet; broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated thin pizza crust2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon minced fresh basil4 garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Romano cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Unroll dough into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; flatten dough to a 13x9-in. rectangle and build up edges slightly. Drizzle with butter. Sprinkle with basil, garlic and cheeses. Bake at 425° until crisp, 11-14 minutes. Cut into squares; serve warm....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper5 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons chicken broth, divided1/2 cup white wine or additional chicken broth1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken and garlic in butter over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until browned. Add 1/2 cup broth, wine or additional broth, basil and oregano....

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 tablespoon V8 juice1 teaspoon lime juice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation With a sharp knife, slice potatoes but not all the way through, leaving slices attached at the bottom. Place each potato on a sheet of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 12 in.). Fan the potatoes slightly. Brush butter between slices. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over potatoes....