Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped zucchini1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped carrot1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons butter1/8 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon dried oreganoDash pepper1 prebaked mini pizza crust1/3 cup chopped seeded tomato1/3 cup shredded Italian cheese blend Preparation In a large skillet, saute the zucchini, peppers, onion, carrot and garlic in butter for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, oregano and pepper; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless pork loin, cut into 3/4-in. cubes2 cups julienned zucchini1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 medium onion, cut into wedges1 cup julienned green pepper1 tablespoon cornstarch3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon cold water1/4 teaspoon garlic powderHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry the pork until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Add the zucchini, mushrooms, onion and green pepper; stir-fry for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 8 green onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped1/2 cup dried cranberries1 whole garlic bulb, cloves separated and peeled1 bay leaf1-1/2 cups white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/2 teaspoon dried basil6 bone-in chicken breast halves (7 ounces each)SAUCE:1/4 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup boiling water4-1/2 teaspoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper1/4 cup fat-free half-and-half Preparation Place the onions, celery, carrots, cranberries, garlic and bay leaf in a 13-in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained2 tablespoons pitted Greek olives1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed1 carton (6-1/2 ounces) spreadable spinach and artichoke cream cheese, divided2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 large egg1 tablespoon water2 teaspoons sesame seedsRefrigerated tzatziki sauce, optional Preparation Place artichokes and olives in a food processor; cover and pulse until finely chopped. Unfold 1 pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface; spread half of the cream cheese over half of pastry....

Ingredients 3 oz. pitted mixed olives 1 clove garlic 2 tsp. fresh oregano 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper 2 large tomatoes 1 Vidalia onion 4 crusty rolls salt 1 3/4 lb. thin chicken cutlets Preparation Step 1Light a grill. In a mini food processor, pulse the pitted olives with the crushed garlic and oregano until chopped. Add the 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of olive oil and pulse until finely chopped....

Ingredients CHOCOLATE LAYER:1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup baking cocoa2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup sugar3/4 cup all-purpose flourPinch salt1/2 cup chopped walnutsBUTTERSCOTCH LAYER:1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped walnutsFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons 2% milk1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/3 cup butterscotch chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation In a small bowl, combine butter and cocoa until smooth....

Ingredients 3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup orange marmalade1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/2 fully cooked-bone-in ham (6 to 8 pounds)1-1/2 teaspoons whole cloves Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, marmalade and mustard; set aside. Score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep; insert a whole clove in the center of each diamond. Place ham cut side down on a rack in a shallow roasting pan....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced 1/2 onion, thinly sliced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips 1/2 tsp. chili powder 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 4 medium flour tortillas 2 c. shredded Monterey jack 2 c. shredded cheddar 1 ripe avocado, sliced 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 scallions, thinly sliced Sour cream, for serving...

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup vegetable oil2 large eggs1-1/2 cups finely grated carrotsFROSTING:2 tablespoons butter, softened2 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 to 4 teaspoons whole milk2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking soda, allspice and salt. Beat in vegetable oil. (Batter will be stiff....

Ingredients 4 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) navy beans, rinsed and drained5 cups chicken stock1 pound linguica sausage or smoked sausage, thinly sliced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) petite diced tomatoes, undrained1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced1 large sweet red pepper, thinly sliced2 celery ribs, thinly sliced2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 cup dry white wine or additional chicken stock4 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves1 orange zest strip (3 inches)1 lemon zest strip (3 inches)1 tablespoon sweet paprika1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon dried savory1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup chopped green onions1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 cup minced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) cornbread stuffing mix, crushed2 large eggs, beaten1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 teaspoons garlic powder3 pounds lean ground beef2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup salsa Preparation In a large bowl, prepare the cornbread stuffing according to package directions. Add eggs, mushrooms and garlic powder. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into a loaf in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 8 cups thinly sliced cucumbers1 tablespoon salt2 green onions, sliced1 garlic clove, minced2 to 3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Place cucumbers in a colander. Set the colander on a plate; sprinkle cucumbers with salt and toss. Let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse and drain well. In a bowl, combine the onions, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, sesame seeds and cayenne....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter, cubed2 tablespoons shortening3 to 4 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:4 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup water1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch4 to 6 drops red food coloring, optionalAMARETTO CREAM1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons sour cream1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons amaretto or 1/2 teaspoon almond extractOptional toppings: additional fresh strawberries and toasted almonds...

Ingredients 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1 tablespoon instant coffee granules1/3 cup fat-free milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (12 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed1 graham cracker crust (10 inches)Reduced-calorie chocolate syrup, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and cocoa until smooth. Dissolve coffee granules in milk. Stir coffee mixture and vanilla into cream cheese mixture; fold in whipped topping. Pour into crust....

Ingredients 4 cups chopped peeled fresh pears1/2 cup dried cherries1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butterTOPPING:1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt5 tablespoons cold butter, cubed1/2 cup buttermilk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; transfer to a greased 12-in. cast-iron skillet or 2-qt. baking dish. Heat butter in a small saucepan over medium heat for 7 minutes or until golden brown; pour over pear mixture....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups buttermilk1/3 cup canola oilOptional: Sliced fresh strawberries, strawberry syrup and whipped cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs; add buttermilk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Bake in a preheated waffle maker according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar4 egg yolks1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon orange extract2 cups cake flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking soda1/3 cup water1/3 cup orange juiceOrange Buttercream Frosting or frosting of your choice Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with water and orange juice, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced4 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1/2 teaspoon chili powder, divided2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup yellow cornmeal3 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1-1/4 cups buttermilk2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilesCRANBERRY BUTTER:1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest1/2 cup butter, softened...

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple3 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons light soy sauce1 tablespoon white vinegar1 tablespoon honey1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound)1/2 to 1 teaspoon black pepper5 cups torn salad greens1 small green pepper, julienned1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, sliced into rings Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. In a small bowl, combine the juice; oil, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, ginger and cayenne....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon pepper, divided4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings1 cup apple juice1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water1/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; add pork chops Seal bag and shake to coat....