Ingredients 2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce1/4 cup canola oil3 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups shredded carrots1/3 cup finely chopped dried apricots1/3 cup dried currants3 tablespoons chopped crystallized gingerGLAZE:1 can (6 ounces) unsweetened pineapple juice1/2 cup orange juice2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons finely chopped dried apricots1 tablespoon dried currants4 teaspoons chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, beat the first six ingredients until well blended....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil Preparation In a bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Add beans; toss to coat. Place tomatoes in a serving bowl. Top with onion....

Ingredients 2 cups dried cranberries1/2 cup Grand Marnier (orange liqueur)1/2 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup orange yogurtGLAZE:2 tablespoons Grand Marnier (orange liqueur)1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a microwave-safe bowl, toss cranberries with Grand Marnier; microwave, covered, on high just until heated through....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups uncooked brown rice4 tablespoons butter, divided2-1/2 cups chunky applesauce1 cup diced peeled apples1/4 cup packed brown sugar1-3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, dividedDash salt Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Stir 2 tablespoons butter into hot rice. Add applesauce, apples, brown sugar, 1-1/2 teaspoons cinnamon and salt. Spoon into a greased deep 2-qt. baking dish. Dot with remaining butter; sprinkle with remaining cinnamon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 domestic duck (4 to 5 pounds)3 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons water3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Pierce duck skin all over with a fork. Mix remaining ingredients; rub over outside of duck. Place duck on rack in a shallow roasting pan; add 1 inch of water. Roast duck, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180°, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Remove from oven; let stand 15 minutes before carving....

Ingredients 4 cups coleslaw mix1 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup raisins3/4 cup (6 ounces) vanilla yogurt1 large tart apple, chopped1/2 cup halved green grapes1/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, marshmallows, raisins and yogurt. Stir in the apple, grapes and walnuts. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 3/4 cup canned garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon sliced green olives with pimientos1 teaspoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 cup fresh baby spinach1/4 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons chopped marinated quartered artichoke hearts2 tablespoons sliced Greek olives1/4 teaspoon dried oregano2 whole wheat pita pocket halves Preparation Place the first 5 ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1/2 teaspoon olive oil2/3 cup tomato and basil spaghetti sauce2 plum tomatoes, sliced1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, optional1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1-1/2 teaspoons minced chives Preparation Brush crust with oil....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup quick-cooking oats3/4 teaspoon saltGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/8 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons half-and-half creamFrosting and sprinkles, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, oats and salt; stir into creamed mixture. Divide dough into three equal portions. Form 12 egg-shaped cookies from each portion....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 cup buttermilk4 eggs1/3 cup canola oil1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingAssorted colors paste food coloringAssorted candies and decorations: spice gumdrops, regular and miniature M&M’s, nonpareils, cake decorations, spearmint leaves, coarse and colored sugar, colored jimmmies and miniature marshmallows Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, buttermilk, eggs and oil. Beat on low speed just until moistened. Beat on high for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey1 small onion, chopped3 teaspoons chili powder2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 jar (16 ounces) mild salsa1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup waterOptional toppings: sour cream, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro and corn chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble turkey with onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups half-and-half cream, divided6 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional4 cups heavy whipping cream6 to 8 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled1 quart vanilla ice cream1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries Preparation In a saucepan, combine 2 cups half-and-half cream, eggs and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat a metal spoon, about 9 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice4 medium ripe bananas, mashed2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1/4 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk bananas, eggs, peanut butter, applesauce, oil and vanilla until blended....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. Finely ground espresso 8 oz. unsalted butter c. confectioners’ sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3 oz. semisweet chocolate Preparation Step 1Whisk together flour, salt, and espresso in a large bowl; set aside.Step 2Put butter and sugar into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; beat on medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in vanilla....

Ingredients 1/4 cup boiling water1 package (0.3 ounce) sugar-free lime gelatin2 cartons (6 ounces each) Key lime yogurt1 carton (8 ounces) frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed1 reduced-fat graham cracker crust (9 inches) Preparation In a large bowl, add boiling water to gelatin; stir 2 minutes to completely dissolve. Whisk in yogurt. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into crust. Refrigerate, covered, until set, about 2 hours.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary1-1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepperCayenne pepper to taste, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Rub over chicken, salmon steaks (about 1 tablespoon for each serving) or sprinkle over lightly oiled vegetables (such as summer squash, onions and sweet red peppers). Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup eggnog2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegFROSTING:6 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup eggnog1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugarAdditional ground nutmeg Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggnog and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and nutmeg; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed seedless watermelon1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt2 tablespoons honey1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toastedHalved lemon slices, optional Preparation Line eight muffin cups with paper liners. Puree watermelon in a food processor; divide among prepared cups. Freeze 1 hour. Mix yogurt, honey, lemon zest and lemon juice; spoon over watermelon layer. Sprinkle with almonds. Freeze until firm, about 1 hour. If desired, top with lemon slices before serving....

Ingredients 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup chopped red onion1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup minced fresh basil4 garlic cloves, mincedPepper to taste1 prebaked 12-inch thin pizza crust Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, combine cheese, onion, mayonnaise, basil, garlic and pepper; spread over crust. Place on an ungreased baking sheet or pizza pan. Bake 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut into wedges.

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-3/4 cups sugar, divided2/3 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)3/4 cup butter, softened, divided1 teaspoon salt1 large egg1 large egg yolk4-3/4 to 5-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1 cup chopped pecansBROWN SUGAR-NUT SYRUP:1 cup packed dark brown sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons water1 cup pecan halvesEGG WASH:1 large egg white1 teaspoon water Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....