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Ingredients 1/2 cup lime juice1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons honey2 garlic cloves, minced6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)SALSA:2 medium mangoes, peeled and cubed (about 1-1/3 cups)4 medium kiwifruit, peeled and cubed (about 1 cup)1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon lime juice2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 3/4 teaspoon dried mint1 teaspoon honey1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lime juice, soy sauce, honey and garlic....

Ingredients 3 cups old-fashioned oats2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 large eggs2 cups fat-free milk1/2 cup maple syrup1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 large apple, chopped1/4 cup sunflower kernels or pepitas Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk, syrup, oil and vanilla until blended; stir into dry ingredients. Let stand 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon butter, softenedFILLING:6 medium ripe Bosc pears2 tablespoons lemon juice1/3 cup maple syrup1 tablespoon butter2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Ice cream or whipped cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place first nine ingredients in a food processor; pulse until crumbly....

Ingredients 3 hoagie rolls 1 lb. ground beef chuck 1 large egg 3 tsp. minced garlic Coarse salt ground pepper 3/4 tsp. dried oregano 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 can crushed tomatoes 1 can whole peeled tomatoes sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Tear 1 roll into pieces; pulse in a food processor until fine crumbs form. In a large bowl, toss crumbs with 1/3 cup water....

Ingredients 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling3/4 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup quick-cooking oats1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, cubedVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Spoon pie filling into a greased 9-in. pie plate. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, oats and flour; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over filling. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 7-9 minutes or until hot. If desired, serve warm with ice cream.

Ingredients 4 small sweet potatoes3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon butter, softened2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Preparation Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 10-13 minutes, turning twice. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice. Cut an “X” in the top of each potato; fluff pulp with a fork. Dollop with cream cheese mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 pound each fresh green and wax beans, trimmed2 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill2 teaspoons lime juice1 teaspoon grated lime zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place beans in saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Melt butter in a skillet; add the dill, lime juice and zest, salt, pepper and beans. Stir to coat and cook until heated through....

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate1 cup cold water1 cup whole milk1/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract10 ice cubes Preparation Combine the first 5 ingredients in a blender; process at high speed. Add ice cubes, a few at a time, blending until smooth. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-3/4 cups sliced peeled fresh or frozen peaches, thawed and drained3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries3/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1 teaspoon vanilla extractPastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, cornstarch, salt and nutmeg. Add fruit and vanilla; toss to mix. Let stand for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 turkey bacon strips, diced1 cup chopped onion2 cups cubed red potatoes2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, undrained1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup chopped celery1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium seafood seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning1/8 teaspoon white pepper1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half Preparation In a large nonstick saucepan, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until onion is tender. Add the potatoes, clams, broth, celery and seasonings....

Ingredients 2 cans (28 ounces each) whole tomatoes1 large onion, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup chopped fresh basil1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until thickened and flavors are blended, 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally and breaking up tomatoes with wooden spoon....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups cubed French bread1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained1 cup roasted sweet red peppers, thinly sliced1 medium cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced1 celery rib, sliced1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette1 bunch romaine, torn1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperShaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Place cubed bread on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan....

Ingredients 3 Persian cucumbers, chopped 1/4 medium red onion, chopped 1 c. cherry tomatoes, chopped 2 tsp. crumbled feta 2 tsp. red wine vinegar 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 Persian cucumber, grated 1 tsp. kosher salt, divided 8 oz. Greek yogurt 1 clove garlic, finely minced 1 tbsp. fresh dill, chopped 1 tsp. fresh parsley, chopped...

Ingredients 2 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon almond extract1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugarFUDGE TOPPING:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons butter2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line baking sheets with parchment; set aside. Beat egg whites with almond extract, cream of tartar and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce1 to 2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Preparation In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Add soup, corn and chilies; mix well....

Ingredients 4 cups 2% milk1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup butter, divided1 cup quick-cooking grits2 large eggs1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, bring milk and 1/2 cup butter to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 5-7 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs....

Ingredients 3 carrots 3/4 c. packed light brown sugar 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. ground cinnamon Finely grated rind of 1 orange 2 eggs c. sunflower oil 4 tbsp. unsalted butter c. confectioners’ sugar 1/2 c. cream cheese Carrot shavings Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 7-inch square cake tin. Grate the carrots finely into a large mixing bowl....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers (40-45 crackers)1/3 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups sour cream1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 large egg, lightly beaten1 large egg yolk2 cups shredded provolone cheese1 cup chopped salamiOLIVE SALAD:1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed olives1/4 cup pitted Greek olives4 pickled onions2 tablespoons capers, drained2 tablespoons olive oil1 pepperoncini, stem removed2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 garlic cloveSERVING:Assorted crackers or baguette slices Preparation Preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. nectarines 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/4 c. granulated sugar 2 tsp. granulated sugar 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 6 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 1 c. heavy cream Fine sanding sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine nectarines, lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons granulated sugar. Let stand 15 minutes.Step 2Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, thinly sliced2 tablespoons butter1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups milk, divided1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 cup frozen peas Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add the broth, potatoes, sugar, salt, rosemary, thyme and pepper; bring to a boil....