Ingredients 3 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion 1 fennel bulb 3 ribs celery 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 lb. boiling potatoes (about 3) 1 qt. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 3 c. water 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 c. tubetti or other small macaroni 1/2 lb. Swiss chard 1 lb. spinach c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion, fennel, celery, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt....

Ingredients 3 ounces fat-free cream cheese1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 teaspoon dried oregano4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed1/4 cup chopped pitted ripe olives2 tablespoons diced pimientos1 green onion, chopped Preparation In a small bowl, beat cheeses with oregano until blended. Spread 3 tablespoons of cheese mixture over half of each tortilla; top with olives, pimientos and onion. Fold tortillas over. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack....

Ingredients 3 cups 2% milk1 package (5.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 packages (9 ounces each) chocolate wafers2 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each), crushed Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix 2 minutes. Let stand 2 minutes or until soft-set. In another large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Arrange 20 cookies on bottom of an 8-in. square baking dish. Spread a fourth of the chocolate pudding and a fourth of the whipped cream over cookies....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 large fresh mushrooms, sliced1 celery rib, chopped1 small onion, chopped2 teaspoons all-purpose flour3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth2 medium carrots, sliced1 large potato, peeled and cubed1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/3 cup medium pearl barley1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk2 tablespoons tomato paste Preparation In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook and stir the beef, mushrooms, celery and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 8 pounds cucumbers, thinly sliced1 cup thinly sliced onion3 tablespoons salt4 cups sugar2 cups white vinegar1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon ground turmeric1 teaspoon mustard seed Preparation In a large container, combine cucumbers, onion and salt. Let stand for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; let stand for 2-3 hours, stirring often. Drain and rinse the cucumber mixture; add sugar mixture and stir well. Pack into 1-pt....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup chopped seedless cucumber1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper4 teaspoons lemon juice4 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, Greek seasoning, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 medium yellow onion1 medium red onion1 medium leek (white portion only)5 green onions with tops1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup shredded Swiss cheese6 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick), toasted6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Slice all onions and leek 1/4 in. thick. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, saute onions and garlic in butter until tender and golden, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) rice pilaf2 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup pineapple chunks1/2 cup raisins1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressingToasted sweetened shredded coconut, optional Preparation Cook rice pilaf according to package directions. Stir in the butter until melted. Add the pineapple, raisins and salad dressing. Top with toasted coconut if desired.

Ingredients 1/4 cup peanut butter1/8 teaspoon each ground allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg2 whole wheat pita pocket halves1/2 medium apple, thinly sliced1/2 medium firm banana, sliced Preparation In a small bowl, blend the peanut butter, allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread inside pita bread halves; fill with apple and banana slices.

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/2 cup butter Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add 1/2 cup potatoes at a time; shake to coat. In two large skillets, melt butter. Add potatoes; cook and stir over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup granola without raisins, divided1 large egg, room temperature1 cup buttermilk1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon lemon juice1 cup fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberries Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, whisk flours, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Stir in 1/2 cup granola....

Ingredients 6 catfish fillets (8 ounces each)Greek seasoning to taste4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled1 tablespoon dried mint2 tablespoons olive oil Preparation Sprinkle both sides of fillets with Greek seasoning. Sprinkle each fillet with 1 rounded tablespoon feta cheese and 1/2 teaspoon mint. Drizzle 1 teaspoon oil over each. Roll up fillets and secure with toothpicks. Grill over medium heat 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Or, place fillets in a greased baking dish and bake at 350° 30-35 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork....

Ingredients 2 pounds medium green tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/2 teaspoon kosher salt4 large egg whites3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups dry whole wheat bread crumbs1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons dried basil3 cups spaghetti sauce1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place tomato slices in a single layer on paper towels; sprinkle with salt. Let stand for 5 minutes; pat dry....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup beef broth1 beef top sirloin steak (3/4 pound), cut into 1/2-inch cubes1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon pepper1-1/3 cups dry bread crumbs2 large eggs1 teaspoon 2% milk1 teaspoon canola oilOil for deep-fat fryingStone-ground mustard, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened....

Ingredients 3 large tomatoes, thinly sliced1 large red onion, thinly sliced1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained Preparation Arrange tomatoes and onion on a serving platter. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, basil and oregano; drizzle over salad....

Ingredients 5 tablespoons olive oil4-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, peeled1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 medium tomatoes, sliced1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings Preparation In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Arrange the tomatoes in a shallow serving dish; top with onion and dressing. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons meringue powder5 to 6 tablespoons warm water Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Beat on high speed with a portable mixer for 10-12 minutes or on low speed with a stand mixer for 7-10 minutes or until peaks form.

Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic powder4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)3/4 cup dry bread crumbs2 teaspoons dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs2 tablespoons water1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup olive oil1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseHot cooked angel hair pasta Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, basil and garlic powder; heat through. Meanwhile, flatten chicken breasts to 1/4-in....

Ingredients 4 cups ketchup1 cup orange juice1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 cup honey1/3 cup lime juice1 large onion, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon grated orange zest2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons grated lime zest1/2 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 30-35 minutes. Refrigerate up to 1 week.

Ingredients 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon butter1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/8 teaspoon Italian seasoning Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Unroll crescent dough; seal perforations and press into two 6-in. x 4-in. rectangles. Transfer one rectangle to an ungreased baking sheet; spread with half of the onion mixture. Top with second rectangle and remaining onion mixture....