Ingredients 2 pt. mango sorbet 1/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. water 1/4 c. packed basil leaves 2 pt. vanilla ice cream 4 large egg whites 1 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar Finely grated zest of 2 limes 1 c. heavy cream 1 tbsp. sugar Finely grated zest of 1 lime diced mango basil leaves Preparation Step 1Using scissors, cut the cartons from the mango sorbet. Lay the sorbet on its side and cut each pint into 4 rounds....
Ingredients 2 packages (6-1/2 ounces each) pizza crust mix1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided1/4 pound ground beef1/2 teaspoon onion powder2/3 cup spaghetti sauce1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni6 ounces Canadian bacon, quartered1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Prepare pizza dough according to package directions. With floured hands, press dough onto a greased 14-in. pizza pan. Bake at 425° for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned....
Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 celery ribs, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped4 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cans (5 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water4 cups shredded lettuce1/2 cup crumbled feta or blue cheese, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beans, celery, red pepper and green onions....
Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey2 medium onions, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1/3 cup sliced ripe olives1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey, onions and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles, 6-8 minutes....
Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1 egg1/4 cup molasses2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, molasses, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour....
Ingredients 24 medium fresh mushrooms12 bacon strips, halved1 cup barbecue sauce Preparation Wrap each mushroom with a piece of bacon; secure with a toothpick. Thread onto metal or soaked wooden skewers; brush with barbecue sauce. Grill, uncovered, over indirect medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until the bacon is crisp and the mushrooms are tender, turning and basting occasionally with remaining barbecue sauce.
Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust4 large eggs1 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms (about 4 ounces)1 cup shredded Gouda or Monterey Jack cheese1 cup chopped arugula or fresh baby spinach Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in remaining ingredients....
Ingredients 2 cups thinly sliced onions4 teaspoons olive oil2-2/3 cups tomato juice2 cups water2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon celery salt2 cups diced seeded plum tomatoes Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the tomato juice, water, basil, oregano, sugar and celery salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes; cook 10 minutes longer....
Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1/2 cup orange marmalade1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each and 1 inch thick) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the salmon; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 30 minutes. Set aside remaining marinade. Drain and discard marinade from salmon....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon cornstarch1/8 teaspoon grated orange zest1/3 cup orange juice1 teaspoon butter Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and zest. Stir in orange juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened to a syrup consistency. Remove from the heat; whisk in butter.
Ingredients 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 cup chopped onion1 large egg2 tablespoons fat-free milk3/4 cup panko bread crumbs2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1 teaspoon dried oregano1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup frozen peas (about 4 ounces), thawed1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zestFreshly ground pepper, optional Preparation In a saucepan, bring broth and lemon juice to a boil. Stir in rice and onion; return to a boil....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups julienned carrots1-1/2 cups juliennned peeled parsnips1 tablespoon water1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dill seed1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes2 tablespoons butter Preparation Place the carrots and parsnips in a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with water, salt, dill seed and parsley. Dot with butter. Cover and bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed2 cups peanut butter ice cream with peanut butter cup pieces, softened3/4 cup butterscotch-caramel ice cream topping3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter1/4 cup chopped chocolate-covered peanuts Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold puff pastry. Cut into eight 4-1/2x2-1/4-in. rectangles. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Scoop 1/2 cup ice cream onto each of 4 pastries....
Ingredients 1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground mustard2 cloves garlic, minced1 pound pork tenderloin12 dinner rolls, warmed Preparation In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, oil, ginger, mustard and garlic. Pour 3/4 cup marinade into a shallow dish. Add pork and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight; turning several times. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade....
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce2-1/2 cups water1 can (15-1/2 ounces) kidney beans with liquid1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup sliced celery1/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine the beef, egg, onion, crumbs, salt and pepper. Shape into 1-in. balls. In large saucepan, brown meatballs on all sides until no longer pink....
Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni2 cups hot water1/3 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup chopped onion3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/3 cup all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups milk8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed Preparation In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes; stir. Cover and cook at 50% power for 3 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil. Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into macaroni mixture....
Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons barbecue sauce2 cooked bacon strips1/4 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup chopped tomato1 teaspoon minced chives Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Transfer to a greased baking sheet. Top each with barbecue sauce, bacon and cheese....
Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 cup julienned oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes with herbs, drained1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese4 large eggs3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; drain....
Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons butter1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar16 ounces milk chocolate, melted and cooledVANILLA LAYER:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar16 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled1 tablespoon vanilla extractRASPBERRY LAYER:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar16 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled1 tablespoon raspberry extract8 to 10 drops red food coloring, optional Preparation Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil and grease foil with butter....
Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon waterSalt to taste1 large cucumber, sliced1 medium red onion, sliced Preparation In a bowl, combine the sour cream, oil, vinegar, sugar, water and salt. Add cucumber and onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
