Ingredients 1 cup iced tea mix with lemon and sugar4 cups water2 liters ginger ale, chilledIce cubes Preparation In a pitcher, combine the iced tea mix and water; refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, add ginger ale. Serve over ice.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup vanilla frostingSprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter, confectioners’ sugar and salt until blended. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. (Dough will be crumbly.) Press a tablespoon of dough around five chocolate chips, covering completely. Repeat with remaining dough and chocolate chips. Place 2 in....

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup molasses1 large egg2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground ginger1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup raisinsORANGE GLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar5 teaspoons orange juice4 teaspoons butter, melted3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1 pound onions, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 small tart apple, thinly sliced1 cup mashed cooked butternut squash1 large egg4 slices Swiss cheese, cut into 1/2-inch strips Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick square; transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Trim to 1/2 in....

Ingredients 3 to 3-1/2 cups (125 grams per cup) all-purpose flour1 teaspoon active dry yeast1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups water (70° to 75°) Preparation In a large bowl, whisk 3 cups flour, yeast and salt. Stir in 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. Preheat oven to 450°; place a Dutch oven with lid onto center rack and heat for at least 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup plus 2/3 cup fat-free milk, divided1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon poultry seasoning2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1-1/2 cups reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix Preparation In a large bowl, combine the soups, 1/2 cup milk, thyme, pepper and poultry seasoning....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta1/2 cup cubed cooked turkey or chicken1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1/3 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a serving bowl, combine the pasta, turkey, olives, peppers and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 2 cups half-and-half cream1 can (13.4 ounces) dulce de leche or sweetened condensed milk1-1/4 cups Irish whiskey1/4 cup chocolate syrup2 tablespoons instant coffee granules2 teaspoons vanilla extractHot brewed coffee or ice cubes Preparation Pulse first 6 ingredients in a blender until smooth. Stir 1-2 tablespoons into a mug of hot coffee, or pour coffee and cream over ice.

Ingredients 1 tbsp. palm or granulated sugar Zest of ½ lime 2 cloves garlic, grated 1 to 3 bird’s eye chiles, thinly sliced 1/4 c. roasted peanuts, plus more for garnish 2 tbsp. fish sauce 3 tbsp. lime juice 1 tsp. balacan (optional) 2 c. shredded green papaya (from ⅓ medium papaya) 1/2 c. chopped long beans or green beans 1/2 c. grape tomatoes, halved Romaine lettuce, for serving Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, use a wooden spoon or a rolling pin to pound sugar, lime zest, garlic, chiles, and peanuts until peanuts are roughly crushed....

Ingredients 2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt added tomatoes, undrained and cut up1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce2 medium onions, chopped1 green pepper, chopped2 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend1 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese Preparation In a skillet, brown beef; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the next nine ingredients....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups eggnog2-2/3 cups hot strong brewed coffee (French or other dark roast)Whipped cream and ground nutmeg, optional Preparation Place eggnog in a large saucepan. Cook and stir until heated through. (Do not boil.) Stir in coffee. Pour into cups or mugs; serve immediately. Garnish with whipped cream and nutmeg if desired.

Ingredients 4 medium firm bananas, sliced1 medium green apple, chopped1 medium red apple, chopped1/2 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup dried cranberries1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped, divided Preparation In a large bowl, gently stir the bananas, apples, marshmallows, cranberries and whipped topping. Fold in 1/4 cup peanuts. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with remaining peanuts just before serving.

Ingredients 3 cups quick-cooking oats1 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup butter, melted3/4 cup chopped peeled tart apple1/3 cup chopped fresh or frozen peaches1/3 cup fresh or frozen blueberriesAdditional fat-free milk, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Combine eggs, milk and butter; add to the dry ingredients....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-in. pieces4 cups fresh broccoli florets4 medium carrots, julienned1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained6 garlic cloves, minced3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons sesame oil2 tablespoons rice vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup cornstarch1/3 cup waterHot cooked rice Preparation In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine chicken, broccoli, carrots, water chestnuts and garlic....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1 green onion, cut into 3 pieces1 to 2 garlic cloves, peeled1/4 teaspoon saltAssorted fresh vegetables and baked pita chips Preparation In a food processor, combine the first 7 ingredients; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a bowl. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with vegetables and pita chips.

Ingredients 4 tomatoes, diced and seeded2 cucumbers, peeled and diced2 green peppers, seeded and diced1 medium onion, diced1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperDRESSING:1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup white vinegarJuice of 1 lemon (about 1/4 cup)1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons chopped green onions1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a 1-1/2-quart bowl, layer one-third to one-half of the tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, onion, olives, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons lemon juice4 halibut fillets (4 to 6 ounces each) 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 to 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup water10 ounces (about 2-1/2 cups) fresh Brussels sprouts, halvedCrushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon canola oil5 garlic cloves, sliced lengthwise2 tablespoons sesame oil2 tablespoons soy sauceLemon slices, optional Preparation Brush lemon juice over halibut fillets. Sprinkle with minced ginger, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Place fish on an oiled grill rack, skin side down....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1-1/3 cups half-and-half cream3 large eggs3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 small onion, cut into wedges1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon salt2 cups frozen corn, thawed Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice....

Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti1 teaspoon dried oregano1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons olive oil3 cups chopped seeded plum tomatoes1/2 cup sliced green onions1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, divided2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. In a nonstick skillet, saute oregano and garlic in oil for 1 minute or until garlic is tender....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons lime juice3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoon stir-fry sauce4-1/2 teaspoons grated fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 garlic cloves, minced1 pork tenderloin (1 pound) Preparation In a bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Place the pork in a large bowl; add half the marinade. Turn pork to coat; cover and refrigerate for 2 hours, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting. Drain and discard marinade....