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Ingredients Vegetable cooking spray 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast half 1 large red or green pepper 2 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. garlic powder 4 c. Swanson® Chicken Broth 1 package frozen whole kernel corn 1 c. cooked rice 1 tsp. chopped fresh cilantro leaves or parsley 5 Lime wedges Preparation Step 1Spray a 4-quart saucepan with the cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add the chicken, pepper, chili powder and garlic powder and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten1 large onion, finely chopped1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1/2 cup plus 6 tablespoons spaghetti sauce, divided3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground turkey Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, onion, red pepper, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, oats and seasonings....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, divided1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup crushed candy canes (about 3 regular)1 teaspoon mint extract16 Oreo cookies1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows Preparation Line an 8-in. square baking pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil with 2 tablespoons butter. In a metal bowl over simmering water, melt chocolate chips, unsweetened chocolate and remaining 4 tablespoons butter; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3 cups packed brown sugar4 large eggs, room temperature3 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup baking cocoa3 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups brewed coffee, cooled1-1/3 cups sour creamFROSTING:12 ounces cream cheese, softened6 tablespoons butter, softened6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted6 tablespoons brewed coffee2 teaspoons vanilla extract4-1/2 to 5-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar Optional: Chocolate-covered coffee beans and baking cocoa Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour three 9-in....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup shortening3/4 cup buttermilk Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk; knead dough gently. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter and place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (3-1/2 ounces) cook-and-serve butterscotch pudding mix3/4 cup sugar3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, optional1/2 cup butter, melted3 tubes (10 ounces each) refrigerated biscuits Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine pudding mix, sugar, cinnamon and, if desired, pecans. Pour butter into a shallow bowl; quarter biscuits. Dip several pieces into butter; place in pudding mixture and toss to coat. Arrange in a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan....

Ingredients 4 ounces thinly sliced deli smoked turkey, chopped1/3 cup chopped onion1/4 cup diced green pepper1/2 teaspoon minced garlic3 tablespoons butter, divided6 eggs3 tablespoons water1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion, green pepper and garlic in 2 tablespoons butter until vegetables are tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. In a bowl, beat the eggs and water. Pour into skillet; cook over medium heat....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites, room temperature3/4 cup 1% cottage cheese1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled1 cup sugar3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons confectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place the egg whites, cottage cheese and vanilla in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add chocolate; cover and process just until blended, about 15 seconds. Combine the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt; add to cottage cheese mixture....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups sliced peeled peaches or frozen unsweetened sliced peaches1/2 cup sugar1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin1/2 cup cold water2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened1 deep-dish pastry shell (9 inches), baked1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped Preparation Place peaches in a bowl; sprinkle with sugar. Let stand for 15 minutes. Drain, reserving juice in a 1-cup measuring cup. Set peaches aside. Add enough water to the juice to measure 1 cup; pour into a small saucepan....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 jars (3-1/2 ounces each) macadamia nuts, chopped2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup (6 ounces) white baking chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and beat for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1/4 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups fat-free milk1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup fat-free sour cream1/2 pound reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseMinced chives, optional Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta1-1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped green pepper3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup cubed provolone cheese1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse with cold water and drain. Place in a large bowl; add the tomatoes, mushrooms, salad dressing, peppers and onions....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping4 teaspoons reduced-calorie pancake syrupDash ground cinnamonAssorted berries and fruit chunks Preparation In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with fruit.

Ingredients 1 whole lemon 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 20 baby artichokes salt 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 4 clove garlic 2 tbsp. capers 2 tbsp. chopped dill 1 tbsp. finely grated fresh ginger Preparation Step 1Squeeze the juice from a lemon half into a large bowl of water, and add the half to the bowl. Working with 1 artichoke at a time, cut off and discard the stem. Pull off the dark outer leaves and trim any dark green patches from the base....

Ingredients 6 medium russet potatoes 8 c. safflower oil Coarse salt Preparation Step 1Peel and cut potatoes, then place in a large bowl, and cover with cold water. Refrigerate 8 hours. Drain, rinse, and pat dry.Step 2Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until it registers 310 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer. Line 2 baking sheets with paper towels. Carefully add potatoes to oil in small batches. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided1/2 cup sugar3 large eggs, separated1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup sweetened shredded coconut3/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream the butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until blended (batter will be thick)....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 cup water1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning3 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) V8 juice1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawedOptional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Add water and taco seasoning; simmer, uncovered, until chicken is well coated....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules3 tablespoons boiling water1 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons baking cocoa4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation For frosting, in a small bowl, dissolve coffee granules in water; set aside. In a bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy. Beat in cocoa. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar and coffee mixture until smooth. Use immediately or refrigerate.

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped green pepper, optional3/4 cup crisp rice cereal1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 egg1/3 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon dried mustardAdditional ketchup, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Coat metal muffin pan with nonstick spray. In medium mixing bowl, combine beef, onion, green pepper if desired, cereal, salt, pepper and egg. Set aside. In small bowl, stir together ketchup, brown sugar and mustard until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 egg plus 3 egg yolks3 tablespoons cold waterMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center. Beat egg, egg yolks and water; pour into well. Stir together, forming a dough. Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Divide into thirds. Roll out each portion to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into 1/2-in. strips; cut the strips into 2-in....