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Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops (6 ounces each)2 teaspoons canola oil1 medium green pepper, chopped2/3 cup chopped celery1/3 cup chopped onion1 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons chili powder Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium-high heat. Remove chops and keep warm. Add green pepper, celery and onion to the skillet; cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked ziti or small tube pasta2 pounds ground beef1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce2 large eggs, beaten1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese2-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce. In a large bowl, combine eggs, ricotta cheese, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 15 uncooked jumbo pasta shells1 pound lean ground turkey1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup fat-free refried beans1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a nonstick skillet, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in enchilada sauce and seasonings; set aside....

Ingredients 4 to 5 cups shredded iceberg lettuce1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced1 cup canned bean sprouts1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1 pound fresh pea pods, halved4 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups mayonnaise1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground gingerCherry tomatoes and fresh parsley sprigs, optional Preparation Place lettuce in bottom of a 4-quart glass salad bowl. Layer with cucumber, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, onions, pea pods and chicken....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup shortening or butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine egg, milk and shortening; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles form on top of pancakes; cook until the second side is golden brown....

Ingredients 3 cups old-fashioned oats1/2 cup sliced almonds1-1/4 cups honey1/2 cup Grape-Nuts1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon ground cinnamon2-1/2 cups Wheaties1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup dried banana chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine oats and almonds; spread evenly in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 325° for 15 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the honey, Grape-Nuts, butter and cinnamon. Add oat mixture; stir to combine....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground allspice2 large eggs1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon anise extract1-1/2 cups chopped almonds1/2 cup chopped candied citronConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine eggs, butter, lemon peel and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in almonds and citron....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg3/4 cup molasses4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/4 teaspoons ground ginger1/4 teaspoon saltM&M’s minis3/4 cup vanilla or chocolate frostingGreen food coloring, optional Preparation Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. In another bowl, whisk flour, pie spice, baking soda, ginger and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until easy to handle, about 2 hours....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugarSugar substitute equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa3 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup cold water4-1/2 teaspoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a saucepan, combine the sugar, sugar substitute, cocoa and cornstarch. Add water and stir until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla until smooth. Spread over cupcakes or cake while frosting is still warm....

Ingredients 2 c. (280 g.) all-purpose flour 2 c. (400 g.) granulated sugar 3/4 c. (60 g.) cocoa powder 2 tsp. baking powder 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. (240 ml.) buttermilk 1/2 c. (120 ml.) vegetable oil 3 large eggs 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. (240 ml.) boiling water 24 tbsp. (2 sticks or 330 g.) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 c. (80 g....

Ingredients 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon curry powder6 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceDash Liquid Smoke, optional Preparation Sprinkle fillets with lemon-pepper, garlic powder and curry powder. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, butter, Worcestershire sauce and Liquid Smoke if desired; add the salmon. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni3 cups 4% cottage cheese1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic salt3 cups half-and-half cream1 cup 2% milk4 cups shredded cheddar cheeseTOPPING:1 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, place cottage cheese in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper and garlic salt until smooth....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeño, finely chopped 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 (15.5-oz.) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 (15.5-oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (15.5-oz.) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 (28-oz.) can fire roasted tomatoes 3 c. low-sodium vegetable broth 2 tbsp....

Ingredients 3/4 pound Canadian bacon6 croissants, cut into 1/2-inch cubes10 large eggs2 cups 2% milk3 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/2 teaspoon paprika1 envelope bearnaise sauce Preparation Place half of the Canadian bacon in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with croissants and remaining Canadian bacon. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, green onions, onion powder, mustard, tarragon, salt and pepper until blended; pour over top....

Ingredients 1 pound plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt4 ounces uncooked ziti1 cup fresh broccoli florets1/2 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 tablespoons grated Romano or Parmesan cheese Preparation Toss the tomatoes with 1 tablespoon oil, garlic and salt. Place cut side down in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons rum extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons ground nutmegDash saltFROSTING:1/4 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons rum extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milkGround nutmeg Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, nutmeg and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin3 cups boiling water1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple3 cups cold water4 medium firm bananas, sliced2-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 egg, lightly beaten1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Stir the cold water, bananas, marshmallows and pineapple into gelatin....

Ingredients 2 pouches (one 5 ounces, one 2-1/2 ounces) light water-packed tuna3/4 cup 2% cottage cheese1/2 cup chopped cucumber1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup shredded carrot2 tablespoons minced fresh chives2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper6 whole wheat pita pocket halves1 cup fresh baby spinach6 slices tomato Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Line pita halves with spinach and tomato; fill each with 1/3 cup tuna mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup crumbled goat cheese1 teaspoon each minced fresh basil, parsley and chives1 garlic clove, mincedDash salt and pepper1 egg, beaten1 tablespoon water16 wonton wrappersOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cheese, herbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Beat egg and water. Place 1 tablespoon cheese mixture in the center of a wonton wrapper. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use....

Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage1/2 cup uncooked instant rice1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1-1/4 cups water Preparation Cook cabbage in boiling water just until outer leaves pull away easily from head. Set aside 10 large leaves for rolls. Refrigerate remaining cabbage for another use. Cut out the thick vein from the bottom of each leaf, making a V-shaped cut....