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Ingredients 2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3 green onions, sliced2 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons ground cumin4 corn tortillas (6 inches)1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend6 tablespoons plain yogurt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Place two tortillas in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 large tart apple, peeled and thinly sliced2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 teaspoons cornstarch2/3 cup cranberry-apple juice1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage3/4 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained3/4 pound pork sausage links, cooked and sliced1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham Preparation In a large skillet, saute apple slices in butter; sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until apples are tender....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese1-1/4 cups reduced-fat sour cream, divided1 envelope taco seasoning3 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 cup chunky salsa, drainedTortilla chips or fresh vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream and taco seasoning until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in cheddar cheese and chiles....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed6 to 8 tablespoons ice waterFILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarchDash salt1/3 cup water1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional1 cup fresh blueberries1 cup fresh raspberries1 cup halved fresh strawberries3/4 cup fresh blackberries1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed....

Ingredients 3 cups fresh raspberries3 cups fresh blackberries2 cups fresh blueberries2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced1-1/3 cups sugar, divided 4 teaspoons grated orange zest1 cup orange juice1 cup heavy whipping cream2 cartons (8 ounces each) mascarpone cheese1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 packages (7 ounces each) crisp ladyfinger cookiesAdditional fresh berries, optional Preparation Place berries in a large bowl. Mix 1/3 cup sugar, orange zest and orange juice; toss gently with berries. Refrigerate, covered, 45 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup Biscoff creamy cookie spread1/2 cup corn syrup3 cups Rice Krispies32 milk chocolate kisses Preparation In a large saucepan, combine cookie spread and corn syrup. Cook and stir over low heat until blended. Remove from heat; stir in Rice Krispies until coated. Shape level tablespoonfuls of mixture into balls; place on waxed paper. Immediately press a kiss into center of each cookie. Let stand until set.

Ingredients 1 cup plain yogurt2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon honeyCHICKEN:1 large egg1/2 cup 2% milk1 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 cup chopped almonds2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch-wide strips1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup canola oil Preparation Mix yogurt, cilantro and honey. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. In a shallow bowl, whisk together egg and milk. In another bowl, toss bread crumbs with almonds, cilantro and curry powder....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup raisins1 teaspoon vanilla extractGround cinnamon, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place first four ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, covered, 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Stir in raisins and vanilla; bake, covered, until rice is tender, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar3 large eggs, beaten4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1-1/3 cups buttermilk1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup chopped dates1 tablespoon grated orange zestGLAZE1/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons grated orange zest Preparation In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Fold in walnuts, dates and orange zest....

Ingredients 12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 medium sweet yellow peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 tablespoon butter3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/2 cups vegetable broth2 tablespoons white wine or additional vegetable broth2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute peppers in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups sliced peeled peaches (about 3 medium)1/3 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Place peaches in two small baking dishes. Add syrup; stir gently to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until peaches are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 c. creamy peanut butter 16 slice (1/2-inch-thick) brioche 4 large eggs 1/4 c. heavy cream 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 4 c. cornflakes 4 tbsp. unsalted butter confectioner’s sugar 4 c. mixed berries maple syrup Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a large baking sheet with wax paper. Spread 1 tablespoon of the peanut butter on each of 8 slices of brioche and cover with the remaining 8 slices, making sandwiches....

Ingredients 1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 small garlic clove, minced1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk1 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 tablespoon butterMAHI MAHI:6 mahi mahi fillets (3 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons grated orange zest1 tablespoon orange juice1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons ground cumin3/4 cup panko bread crumbs1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts3 tablespoons olive oil Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, shallot, ginger and garlic....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) chocolate wafers, crushed1/3 cup reduced-fat butter, melted1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened1 cup salted peanutsCHOCOLATE SAUCE:1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping Preparation In a small bowl, combine wafer crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of a 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Spread ice cream over crust; sprinkle with peanuts....

Ingredients 1/2 cup egg substitute1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 cup crushed cornflakes1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound ground chickenSalsa, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup beef broth1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups fresh baby spinach Preparation Cook ravioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine the tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, beans, brown sugar, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated pie pastry2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled1/2 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepperDash cayenne pepper Preparation Sprinkle each pastry crust with 1 teaspoon flour; place floured side down on a lightly floured surface. Cut 12 circles from each crust, using a 2-1/2 in....

Ingredients 1 c. fresh ricotta 2 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar 1 tbsp. amaretto liqueur 2 oz. bittersweet chocolate 3 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. unsalted butter finely grated orange zest 2 tbsp. finely chopped candied orange peel 1 whole pound cake Preparation Step 1In a mini food processor, combine the ricotta with the confectioners’ sugar and amaretto and puree until very smooth. Add half of the chocolate and candied orange peel and pulse just to combine....

Ingredients 1/4 cup lime juice1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced6 cups torn mixed salad greens1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and sliced5 medium ripe nectarines, thinly sliced Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lime juice, sugar, thyme, oil and garlic; shake well. On a serving platter, arrange salad greens, chicken and nectarines. Drizzle with dressing....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups warm mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)1 medium onion, finely chopped1/3 cup milk1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyPastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)1 egg1 tablespoon water Preparation In a bowl, combine the potatoes, onion, milk, celery seed, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir in salmon and parsley. Line a 9-in....