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Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup marinara sauce16 fresh basil leaves2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced lengthwise1 cup frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and chopped3 green onions, chopped1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large bowl, combine vinaigrette and garlic. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate 30 minutes. Drain and discard marinade....

Ingredients 1 large cantaloupe1 package (3 ounces) strawberry banana gelatin1 cup boiling water1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1 cup sliced fresh strawberries Preparation Cut melon in half lengthwise from bud to stem end; discard seeds. Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each half so melon sits level; pat dry. In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in applesauce and strawberries. Pour into melon halves (discard any remaining gelatin mixture or save for another use)....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornmeal1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup egg substitute1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the egg substitute, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 10 medium apples10 wooden sticks32 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped1 cup butter, cubed2 cups packed brown sugar1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup orange and brown sprinkles8 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped Preparation Wash and thoroughly dry apples; insert a wooden stick into each. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; chill. Place cookie crumbs in a shallow dish; set aside....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 1 clove garlic 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. dry mustard 1/4 tsp. ground coriander 1/4 tsp. cayenne tsp. ground cloves 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 8 plum tomatoes 2 c. green or yellow split peas 1 1/2 qt. water 1 1/2 tsp. salt 4 boneless 1/4 tsp. Black pepper Cilantro leaves (optional) Preparation Step 1In a large pot, heat the oil over moderately low heat....

Ingredients 9 uncooked lasagna noodles1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 cups chopped baby portobello mushrooms1 large sweet onion, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup minced fresh parsley2 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning2/3 cup white wine or chicken broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup whole milk Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 recipe Eggless Sugar Cookie Dough 1 can sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 c. chilled heavy cream 1/4 c. red and green sprinkles (not nonpareils) Preparation Step 1Cut or break cookie dough into 1/2-inch chunks and set aside.Step 2In a large bowl, whisk together condensed milk and vanilla extract. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat cream until stiff peaks form....

Ingredients 15 garlic cloves, peeled and halved, divided15 fresh dill heads4 pounds small cucumbers (3 to 4 inches long)6 cups water4-1/2 cups white vinegar6 tablespoons canning salt3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Place five garlic clove halves and five dill heads in each of three hot 1-quart jars. Pack cucumbers into jars to within 1/2 in. of the top. In a large saucepan, bring water, vinegar, salt and pepper flakes to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried lentils, rinsed1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable broth2 tablespoons curry powder1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (13.66 ounces each) coconut milk1/2 teaspoon kosher saltChopped green onions Preparation Place lentils, broth, curry powder and garlic in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Add coconut milk; simmer, uncovered, until lentils are tender, 25-30 minutes. Stir in salt. Serve with green onions.

Ingredients 4 large green peppers1 cup uncooked orzo pasta1 pound bulk Italian sausage1/2 cup chopped red onion2 teaspoons minced garlic2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce1 medium tomato, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. In a Dutch oven, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed (16 ounces) 1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese6 bacon strips, cooked and finely crumbled, divided1/3 cup finely chopped green onions, divided2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons salt-free herb seasoning blend1-1/2 teaspoons sugarOptional: Alfredo sauce or marinara sauce Preparation Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; divide and shape into 16 rolls. Place butter in a shallow bowl. In a large bowl, combine the shredded Parmesan, half the bacon, half the green onions, grated Parmesan, seasoning blend and sugar....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided Dash salt2/3 cup creamy peanut butter2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk1 cup confectioners’ sugarTopping: Chopped peanut butter-filled sandwich cookies, peanut butter cups or a combination of the two Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare cake mix according to package directions, adding 1 teaspoon vanilla and salt before mixing batter. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake and cool completely as package directs....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup sugarFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 tablespoons vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenTOPPING:2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons honey1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1/2 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed slightly1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Mix cracker crumbs, butter and sugar; press onto bottom and 1 in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarch1/2 cup ground pecansCREAM CHEESE LAYER:1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawedLEMON LAYER:1-1/4 cups sugar6 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups water3/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon grated lemon zest3 to 4 drops yellow food coloring, optionalTOPPING:1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed...

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, softened1-2/3 cups sugar2 large eggs2 large egg whites1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce3 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground allspice2 cups grated peeled tart apples1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/2 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. maple syrup, divided 1 tbsp. dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp. sweet paprika Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 oz. very thinly sliced prosciutto 1 (7-oz.) oval Supreme Brie Crackers, for serving Apple slices, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375°. Line a small rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.Step 2In a small bowl, stir together 1 tbsp. of the maple syrup, the brown sugar, and paprika....

Ingredients 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced4 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 4 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up and skin removed Preparation In a measuring cup, combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, oil, garlic and rosemary. Pour 1/2 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic1 can (15-1/2 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 cups water1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup (2 ounces) sliced mini pepperoniAdditional grated Parmesan cheese, optional Chopped fresh basil, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Return to skillet with next 4 ingredients....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups milk1-1/3 cups water1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic1/4 cup quick-cooking barley1/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1 medium carrot, shredded1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Shape beef into 1-in. balls; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine soup, milk and water; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound sole fillets, cut into 4 portions1/4 teaspoon pepper1 medium lemon, sliced2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup Greek olives, halved1 tablespoon capers, drained1 tablespoon lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place each fillet on a piece of heavy-duty foil or parchment (about 12 in. square). Sprinkle fillets with pepper; top with lemon slices....