Ingredients 8 large ears sweet corn in husks1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepperCoarse sea salt, optional Preparation In a large stockpot, cover corn with cold water. Soak 30 minutes; drain. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat until tender, turning occasionally, 25-30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine next 5 ingredients. Carefully peel back husks; discard silk. Spread butter mixture over corn. If desired, sprinkle with coarse sea salt....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic powder2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup pizza sauce1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepperTortilla chips or breadsticks Preparation In a bowl, combine cream cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic powder; spread on the bottom of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Combine cheeses; sprinkle half over the cream cheese layer....

Ingredients 3 pounds beef top sirloin or round steaks (about 1 inch thick)1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup lemon juice1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation With a meat fork, pierce holes in both sides of steaks. Place in a shallow dish. Add the onion, lemon juice, oil, garlic salt, thyme, oregano, celery salt and pepper. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 24 ounces milk or dark chocolate candy coating1-1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract60 Ritz crackers2 ounces white candy coating, meltedOptional decorations: Chopped Andes mint candies, crushed spearmint candies, assorted sprinkles and green colored sugar Preparation In a microwave, melt chocolate candy coating; stir until smooth. Stir in extract. Dip crackers in chocolate candy coating; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Drizzle tops with white candy coating; decorate as desired....

Ingredients 2 green plantains, rinsed, peeled, and sliced on the bias into ⅛”-thick ovals 2 tbsp. neutral oil (such as canola, sunflower, or peanut) 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. granulated sugar 1/4 tsp. ground coriander 1/8 tsp. ground cayenne 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika 1/4 tsp. onion powder 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. MSG Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, toss plantains with oil and salt until evenly coated....

Ingredients 3/4 lb. fettuccine 1 tbsp. butter 3 cloves garlic 3/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/2 c. heavy cream 1/4 lb. mild goat cheese 1/4 lb. salami 3 tbsp. chopped fresh basil or parsley 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the fettuccine until just done, about 12 minutes.Step 2Meanwhile, in a large pot, melt the butter over low heat....

Ingredients 2 recipes White Sheet Cake Cream Cheese Frosting 1 1/2 pt. fresh blueberries 1 1/2 pt. fresh raspberries Preparation Step 1Trim any rough edges from cakes using a serrated knife. Place four strips of parchment paper around the perimeter of a serving platter. Place first layer, bottom side up, on serving platter. Using an offset spatula, spread cake with 2 1/2 cups frosting. Top with remaining layer, bottom side up....

Ingredients 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 1/2 tsp. crushed garlic 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 3/4 lb. flank steak 3/4 c. fat-free Greek yogurt 1 small cucumber 2 tbsp. chopped fresh mint leaves 1 small yellow bell pepper 1 small orange bell pepper 1 large onion 4 whole-wheat sandwich wraps with rosemary 8 Romaine lettuce leaves...

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin1 cup boiling water1 cup evaporated milk1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup mayonnaise1 cup 4% cottage cheese1 cup chopped nuts1 tablespoon horseradish sauce Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve the gelatins in boiling water. Cool slightly. Stir in the milk, pineapple with juice, mayonnaise, cottage cheese, nuts and horseradish sauce; mix well. Chill until partially set. Pour into an oiled 8-cup mold....

Ingredients 4 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons Italian seasoning1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon pepper5 tablespoons butter, cubed4 large green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 cup all-purpose flour6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, cubed3/4 cup baking cocoa4 large eggs, room temperature2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extractFROSTING:6 tablespoons butter, softened2-2/3 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk Preparation In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat. Stir in cocoa; cool. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until blended. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to egg mixture....

Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, chopped1 cup chopped celery1 cup shredded cabbage3/4 cup chopped red apple1/2 cup seedless red grapes, halved1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon saltLettuce leaves Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and salt. Stir into pepper mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Ingredients 1/3 cup maple syrup1/4 cup butter, cubed6 slices fresh gingerroot (cut from a 1-1/2-inch piece)1 tablespoon water2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger3/4 pound pecan halves (about 3 cups) Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Grease a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 2-3 minutes or until syrupy, stirring occasionally. Strain and discard ginger slices....

Ingredients 3 medium ears sweet corn1 tablespoon butter1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons sliced green onions, divided 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 medium mango, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oilLime wedges, optional Preparation Cut corn from cobs. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute cut corn until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup green onions....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 6 oz. coarsely chopped good-quality semisweet chocolate 1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch-process) 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 c. sugar 2 large eggs 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a buttered 8-inch square baking pan with foil or parchment paper, allowing 2 inches to hang over sides. Butter lining (excluding overhang); set pan aside....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) reduced-sugar cherry pie filling1/4 teaspoon almond extract2 cups reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided1/2 cup fat-free milk2 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine pie filling and extract; spread into a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the baking mix and 2 tablespoons sugar. In another bowl, combine the milk and margarine....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chicken stock3 to 4 tablespoons capers, drained2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons butter Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut chicken breasts in half crosswise. Pound with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Dip chicken in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess....

Ingredients 6 medium red potatoes, cooked and cut into 1-inch pieces2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chopped red onion3 to 4 plum tomatoes, quartered1/3 cup olive oil3 to 4 fresh basil leaves, chopped1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and halved1 teaspoon dried oregano1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1-1/3 cups french-fried onions, divided1 large egg1 tablespoon water Preparation Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles. Sprinkle each with about 2 tablespoons onions. Roll up each from the wide end; place on an ungreased foil-lined baking sheet. Curve ends down to form crescents. Beat the egg and water; brush over dough. Sprinkle with remaining onions. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 10-12 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion2 jars (24 ounces, one 14 ounces) spaghetti sauce1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1 teaspoon minced garlic9 no-cook lasagna noodles2 cups sliced zucchini1 cup ricotta cheese1 carton shredded Asiago cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, tomatoes, basil, oregano, fennel and garlic....