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Ingredients 24 chicken wing sections1/2 cup butter, melted1 package (15-1/2 ounces) nacho-flavored tortilla chips, crushed2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or shredded cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 cup chopped green onionsOptional toppings: Seeded jalapeno slices, salsa, sour cream and guacamole Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Dip wing sections in butter, then roll in crushed nacho chips. Bake in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan until juices run clear, 45-50 minutes....

Ingredients 2 c. whole milk 1 (3.4-oz) package chocolate pudding 2/3 c. Nutella, plus more for garnish 3 c. heavy cream 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 32 Oreos 2 bananas, sliced into coins 1/4 c. toasted hazelnuts or peanuts, roughly chopped Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine milk and chocolate pudding mix and whisk to combine. Place Nutella in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on low until pourable, 20 to 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups old-fashioned oats1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup golden raisins Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and raisins....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 can (15 ounces) cream of coconut1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed (6-1/2 cups)1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions, using a 13x9-in. baking pan. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix cream of coconut and milk. Remove cake from oven; place on a wire rack....

Ingredients 3 cups Wheat Chex1/2 cup blanched almonds1/2 cup unsalted peanuts1/2 cup lightly salted cashews1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup fat-free miniature pretzels1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup milk chocolate M&M’s1/4 cup dried banana chips1/4 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 4 large eggs4 tablespoons mayonnaise2 garlic cloves, minced4 thick slices sourdough bread, toasted1 cup fresh arugula1 medium tomato, sliced1/3 pound thinly sliced prosciutto1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Break eggs, 1 at a time, into pan; reduce heat to low. Cook until whites are set and yolks begin to thicken, turning once if desired. Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise and garlic; spread over toast slices....

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons grated orange zest1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon orange extract1 cup all-purpose flour5 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltThin orange or lemon peel strips, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, orange zest, lemon zest and extracts. In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons light corn syrup2 large tart apples, peeled and cut into 1/4-in. slices3 large eggs1 cup whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract9 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick)SYRUP:1 jar (10 ounces) apple jelly1 cup applesauce1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and syrup. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 4 lake trout fillets (about 8 ounces each)1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup bacon-flavored crackers, crushed1/2 cup cornmeal1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic saltPinch pepper2 eggs1/2 cup milk1/2 cup canola oilLemon wedges and/or minced chives or parsley, optional Preparation Rinse fish in cold water; pat dry. In a shallow bowl, combine the cheese, cracker crumbs, cornmeal, garlic salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat eggs and milk. Dip fish in the egg mixture, then gently roll in the crumb mixture....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 teaspoon plus 6 tablespoons sugar, divided1 cup warm water (110° to 115°), divided1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)2 teaspoons salt1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons canola oil5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butter, melted, optional Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in 1/2 cup warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Add milk, salt, egg, oil, 2 cups flour and remaining water and sugar....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) whipped cream cheese1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/4 pound deli ham, finely chopped1/2 to 1 teaspoon garlic powder1 unsliced loaf (1 pound) Italian bread Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, ham and garlic powder until blended. Cut bread in half lengthwise; spread with the cream cheese mixture. Cut into 1-1/2-in. slices. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until topping is lightly browned....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups ice cubes3 medium peaches, peeled and sliced3/4 cup thawed frozen limeade concentrate1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup rum, optionalGrenadine syrup, optional Preparation Place the ice, peaches, limeade concentrate, orange juice, confectioners’ sugar and, if desired, rum in a blender; cover and process for 30 seconds or until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; add grenadine, if desired. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 Cornish game hen (20 to 24 ounces), split lengthwise1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest2 tablespoons apricot preserves1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 to 1-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place hen in a greased shallow roasting pan, skin side up. Combine butter, ginger and orange zest; rub under skin. In a small bowl, whisk preserves, vinegar, soy sauce and mustard....

Ingredients 8 pounds potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced2 large onions, thinly sliced1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2-2/3 cups whole milkSalt and pepper to taste2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, layer potatoes and onions. Combine the flour, soup and milk until blended; pour over each baking dish. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and bake at 325° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided1 beef top round steak (1-1/2 pounds), cut into thin strips2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup reduced-fat sour creamChopped fresh parsley, optional Coarsely ground pepper, optional 3 cups cooked yolk-free noodles Preparation Combine 1/2 cup flour and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped peeled mango1 medium ripe banana, frozen, peeled and sliced1 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice Preparation In a blender, combine all ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup slivered almondsALMOND BUTTER:1/2 cup butter, softened1 tablespoon slivered almonds, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon almond extract Preparation Drain cherries, reserving juice; add enough water to juice to measure 1/2 cup. Cut cherries into quarters; blot dry and set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 cup finely crushed gingersnaps (about 20 cookies)3 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided1 cup sour cream1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 teaspoon lemon juice3/4 cup canned pumpkin3 tablespoons dark brown sugar1 tablespoon molasses2 teaspoons ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped2 large jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk4 cups cooked long grain rice3 to 4 cups cubed cooked chicken3 cups (12 ounces) Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided Sliced green onions, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook and stir the onion, green pepper and jalapeno peppers in butter until tender....

Ingredients 30 cherry tomatoes3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves, torn into 1-inch pieces1/4 cup salad croutons, broken into pieces3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledCoarsely ground pepper Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp; invert tomatoes on paper towels to drain. Pipe mayonnaise into tomatoes. Roll lettuce pieces and insert into tomato centers. Repeat with croutons and bacon. Sprinkle with pepper....