Ingredients 3/4 cup lemon juice (about 4 lemons)Finely grated peel of 4 lemons4 large eggs, beaten2 cups sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed Preparation Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for 2 minutes. Pour into jars; cool. Store in refrigerator or freezer. Sauce is good on pound cake, muffins, pancakes and waffles.

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) red beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 large green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup chili sauce1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper...

Ingredients 4 cups port wine or apple cider, divided3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1/4 cup packed brown sugar4 orange zest strips (3 inches)3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)5 slices fresh peeled gingerroot5 cardamom pods5 whole cloves4 cups apple cider or juice1/2 cup blanched almonds1/2 cup raisins Preparation In a large saucepan, combine 3 cups wine, cranberries, brown sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and cloves. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) pork and beans, undrained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, dried oregano, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper3 bacon strips, cut into 2-inch pieces...

Ingredients 3 medium tomatoes, sliced8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation Alternate tomato and cheese slices on a platter. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with the basil, salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable cream cheese1/4 cup sunflower kernels1 teaspoon seasoned salt or salt-free seasoning blend4 whole wheat pita breads (6 inches), halved1 medium tomato, thinly sliced1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 ripe avocado, peeled and sliced Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sunflower kernels and seasoned salt; spread about 2 tablespoons on the inside of each pita half. Layer with the tomato, cucumber, mushrooms and avocado....

Ingredients 1 cup vanilla yogurt1 tablespoon honey1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint3/4 cup chopped peeled peaches or nectarines1-1/2 teaspoons orange juice3/4 cup chopped fresh strawberries3/4 cup fresh raspberries3/4 cup fresh blueberries1 tablespoon sugar1 package (3.78 ounces) curved chocolate slices (Swoops) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, honey and mint. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Just before serving, place peaches in a large bowl; sprinkle with orange juice. Add the berries....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1/8 teaspoon saltPinch pepper Preparation In a small baking dish, combine the sweet potatoes and garlic. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring every 10 minutes.

Ingredients 8 medium carrots, sliced (14 ounces)1/3 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons water1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup halved green grapes1 tablespoon butterChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine carrots, marmalade, water and salt. Cook, covered, on low heat until carrots are almost tender, 2-3/4 hours. Add the grapes and butter. Cover and cook on low until tender, 45 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Ingredients 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 to 4 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup barbecue sauce12 croissants, split12 slices provolone cheeseOptional: Tomato slices, lettuce leaves and red onion slices Preparation Rub roast with salt and pepper. Place in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Remove roast; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Slice beef; return beef and cooking juices to slow cooker....

Ingredients 4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each) 4 teaspoons butter1 large egg3/4 cup crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese1/4 cup fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 large tomato, seeded and chopped1/4 cup chopped ripe olives1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, brown fish in butter. In a small bowl, combine the egg, cheese, milk and cayenne; spoon over fish....

Ingredients 1/3 cup shortening2/3 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup mashed ripe banana1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce3/4 cup chopped pecans, divided 1/2 cup dried cranberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and crumbly. Beat in eggs, banana and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cornmeal1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup cream-style corn1/4 cup egg substitute1/4 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/4 cup fat-free milk2 tablespoons chopped green onion1 tablespoon butter, melted2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine the corn, egg substitute, cheese, milk, onion, butter and jalapeno. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon biscuit/baking mix1/3 cup eggnog1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a small bowl, combine biscuit mix and eggnog just until moistened. Turn on a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with nutmeg. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingNeon green food coloring6 prepared vanilla or chocolate cupcakes, baked in liners1/4 cup purple sprinkles1 tube (4.25 ounces) brown decorating frosting8 to 10 large marshmallows25 miniature marshmallows35 M&M’s minis Preparation Tint vanilla frosting with neon green food coloring. Spread a generous mound of frosting on each cupcake. Before frosting dries, top with purple sprinkles. Pipe a small dot of brown decorating frosting onto a marshmallow....

Ingredients 1 cup shredded cooked chicken1/2 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon chopped green onion2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives2 tablespoons chopped dill pickle1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt4 slices sourdough bread, toasted2 lettuce leaves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Spread over two toast slices; top with lettuce and remaining toast.

Ingredients 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1/2 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 tablespoon red food coloring1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup sour cream1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 can (16 ounces) cream cheese frostingSprinkles, optional Preparation In a microwave, melt unsweetened chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients Lime wedgesKosher salt1 cup cherry juice blend4 ounces tequila1 tablespoon lime juice1 package (12 ounces) frozen pitted dark sweet cherriesHoney, optional Preparation Using lime wedges, moisten the rims of 4 margarita or cocktail glasses. Set aside lime wedges for garnish. Sprinkle salt on a plate; hold each glass upside down and dip rim into salt. Set aside. Discard remaining salt on plate. In a blender, combine the cherry juice, tequila, lime juice, cherries and, if desired, honey to sweeten to taste; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup chopped pecansAssorted crackers or breads Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and orange juice until smooth. Fold in cranberries and pecans. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers or breads.

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour3/4 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3 medium ripe bananas, mashed1-1/4 cups milk1 egg1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract6 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each) Preparation In a bowl, combine the flours, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine bananas, milk, egg, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....