Ingredients 8 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1/3 cup water3 green onions, thinly sliced1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic in oil over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 4 cups tomato juice2 cups chopped seeded peeled tomatoes1 cup diced green pepper1 cup diced celery1 cup diced seeded cucumber2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup diced onion1/3 cup tarragon vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced chives1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon salt, optional1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until chilled. Stir in oil just before serving....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix or self-rising flour1/2 cup sugar1-1/4 to 1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking sodaPinch salt1/2 egg, beaten1/2 cup corn syrup or maple syrup1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation In a bowl, combine baking mix or flour, sugar, ginger, soda and salt. Using hands, rub egg into mixture. In a saucepan, warm syrup and butter; stir into batter. Let stand for 3-4 minutes, then knead. Roll heaping teaspoonfuls into small balls....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch thin whole wheat pizza crust3 tablespoons prepared pesto2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced3/4 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese1/4 cup sliced ripe olives Preparation Place the crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; spread with pesto. Top with tomatoes, artichokes, cheese and olives. Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature2 tablespoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon lemon extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup fat-free strawberry Greek yogurtConfectioners’ sugar, optionalAssorted fresh fruitWhipped cream Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup strawberry preserves8 slices day-old white or whole wheat breadOptional: Halved strawberries and confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and salt. Spread preserves on 4 slices of bread; top with remaining bread. Trim crusts; cut each sandwich into 3 strips. Preheat griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease griddle. Dip both sides of strips in egg mixture; place on griddle....

Ingredients 3-3/4 cups sliced almonds, divided1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/4 cup honey2 cups finely chopped dried apricots1 cup finely chopped dried cherries or cranberries1 cup finely chopped pistachios, toasted Preparation Place 1-1/4 cups almonds in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Remove almonds to a shallow bowl; reserve for coating. Add remaining 2-1/2 cups almonds to food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add extract. While processing, gradually add honey. Remove to a large bowl; stir in apricots and cherries....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix4 large eggs1 cup sour cream1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup water3 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each), chopped1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped pecans1 cup sweetened shredded coconutConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, sour cream, oil and water; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 tablespoon beaten egg3/4 teaspoon water4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1 tablespoon finely chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes3 Greek olives, finely chopped1 teaspoon Greek seasoning Preparation Unfold puff pastry. Whisk egg and water; brush over pastry. Combine the remaining ingredients; spread over pastry to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon butter1 teaspoon canola oil1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed3 tablespoons dill pickle juice1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon dill weed Preparation In a small skillet, saute the onion in butter and oil until tender. Add green beans; cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir in the pickle juice, sugar and dill; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 2 large eggs, beaten1/4 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons canola oil, divided4 cups cooked rice1-1/2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetable blend1/2 cup sliced green onions1 garlic clove, minced1 cup diced cooked chicken3 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon chicken broth1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground ginger4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Combine eggs and salt. In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, scramble eggs in 1 teaspoon oil, breaking eggs into small pieces....

Ingredients 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed according to package directions1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced2 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup cold whole milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix2 cups whipped topping1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold thawed puff pastry on cutting board. With a sharp knife, cut pastry into nine squares. Place on baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake 10-15 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup shredded cooked turkey breast2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1 garlic clove, peeled and halved1/2 cup reduced-fat Alfredo sauce3/4 cup shredded fontina cheese1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients until blended. Place crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; rub with cut sides of garlic....

Ingredients 1/2 cup each dried great northern beans, kidney beans, navy beans, lima beans, butter beans, split green or yellow peas, pinto beans and lentilsWater1 meaty ham bone2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes with liquid, quartered1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 large onion, chopped3 celery ribs, chopped4 medium carrots, sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup minced chives3 bay leaves2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 large sweet red pepper, julienned1 large onion, julienned8 mini flour tortillas (5 inches)Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro leaves, sliced jalapeno pepper and avocado Preparation In a large skillet, brown steak in oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, divided1 package (16 ounces) chocolate cream-filled sandwich cookies, crushed8 cups mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened1-1/2 cups milk chocolate chips1 cup confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup evaporated milk1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedChocolate syrup and red and green sprinkles, optional Preparation In a microwave, melt 1/2 cup butter. Stir in cookie crumbs. Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm. Spread ice cream over crust; return to the freezer until firm....

Ingredients 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 medium banana, sliced1 cup fresh blueberries1/4 cup limoncello1 tablespoon sugar3/4 cup plain yogurt3 tablespoons lemon curd Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; spoon into four dessert dishes. Whisk together yogurt and lemon curd; spoon over fruit.

Ingredients 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 garlic cloves, peeled, divided1/4 teaspoon salt, divided2 cups cubed French bread4 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper4 cups torn romaine2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese1 medium apple or ripe pear, diced Preparation For croutons, combine 2 tablespoons oil, one garlic clove and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a bowl; let stand for 1 hour. Strain oil and discard garlic. Toss bread cubes the oil; place on a baking sheet....

Ingredients 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs2 cups 4% cottage cheese2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups sour cream4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten Preparation Sprinkle the crumbs over the bottom and up the sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan. In a blender or food processor, puree cottage cheese; set aside. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter, cubed3 to 5 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:2 large eggs, room temperature1 large egg yolk, room temperature1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream2/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon molasses1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom1/8 teaspoon ground clovesWHIPPED CREAM:3/4 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon maple syrup1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon...