Ingredients 1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries1/2 cup vanilla ice cream, softened2 tablespoons sugar2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional1 cup ginger ale, chilled Preparation In a blender, combine the milk, strawberries, ice cream, sugar and food coloring if desired; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses. Add ginger ale and serve immediately.
Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups fat-free milk5 slices reduced-fat American cheese, chopped1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 green onions, finely chopped1 cup cubed fully cooked ham2 cups egg substitute4 large eggsTOPPING:3 slices whole wheat bread, cubed4 teaspoons butter, melted1/8 teaspoon paprika Preparation In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until slightly thickened....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium leeks (white portion only), chopped (about 2 cups)1-1/2 pounds parsnips, peeled and chopped (about 4 cups)1 medium celery root, peeled and cubed (about 1-1/2 cups)4 garlic cloves, minced6 cups chicken stock1-1/2 teaspoons salt3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh chivesPomegranate seeds, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute leeks 3 minutes....
Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 can (21 ounces) peach pie filling1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons cold butter1/2 cup sliced almonds Preparation Separate crescent dough into eight triangles. Press onto a greased 12-in. pizza pan; seal seams. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool slightly on a wire rack....
Ingredients 1 cup butter-flavored shortening1 cup creamy peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:1/2 cup creamy peanut butter3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract5 to 6 tablespoons milk Preparation In a large bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well....
Ingredients 2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup buttermilk2 egg whites1 egg2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups cake flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon salt3 cups grated carrots1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar, buttermilk, egg whites, egg, oil and vanilla until well blended....
Ingredients 18 lasagna noodles 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for noodles 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for seasoning 1 c. panko breadcrumbs 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter 1/2 c. flour 5 c. whole milk Freshly ground black pepper 4 c. shredded Cheddar, divided 3 c. shredded mozzarella 10 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 2 medium jalapeños, cut thinly into rounds Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish...
Ingredients 3 large portobello mushrooms, sliced1 each medium sweet red, orange and yellow peppers, sliced1 medium zucchini, sliced10 fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch lengths1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings3/4 cup grape tomatoes1/2 cup fresh sugar snap peas1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets1/2 cup pitted Greek olives1 bottle (14 ounces) Greek vinaigrette1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the mushrooms, peppers and zucchini. Add the asparagus, onion, tomatoes, peas, broccoli and olives....
Ingredients 2 eggs1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 envelope onion soup mix1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons all-purpose flour6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 cup 2% milkPaprika, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, bread crumbs and soup mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in small batches over medium heat; drain....
Ingredients 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts salt and pepper 3 tbsp. butter 4 fresh sage leaves 8 large button mushrooms 1 large carrot 12 pearled onions 8 Brussels sprouts 1 c. cauliflower 1 stalk celery 1/2 c. flour 1 1/2 qt. chicken stock 8 oz. milk Preparation Step 1Heat the olive oil in a large, high-sided pan over a high flame. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, add to the pan, and sear until golden brown, about 2 minutes....
Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup Key lime juice3 large egg yolks2 teaspoons grated lime zest1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon coconut extract1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation Slice cookie dough into 18 pieces. With floured fingers, press onto the bottom and 1/2-in. up the sides of 18 greased muffin cups. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned....
Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting24 vanilla wafersBlack and red decorating gel48 pastel blue and/or green milk chocolate M&M’s12 Nutter Butter cookies Preparation Prepare batter and bake according to package directions for cupcakes; cool completely. Set aside 1/4 cup frosting. Frost cupcakes with remaining frosting. With a serrated knife, cut off and discard a fourth of each vanilla wafer. Place a wafer on each cupcake, with the rounded edge of wafer near edge of cupcake, for face....
Ingredients 4 unpeeled baking potatoes (2 pounds)2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut potatoes lengthwise into wedges; place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with onion, garlic, rosemary, salt if desired and pepper; stir to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 45-50 minutes or until tender, turning once....
Ingredients 6 thin slices pancetta18 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon hot water1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro Preparation Preheat oven to 375°.Cut each slice of pancetta into three strips. Wrap one strip around each shrimp; secure with a toothpick. Place in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a small bowl, whisk honey, lime juice and water until blended; reserve 2 tablespoons for brushing cooked shrimp....
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen unsweetened sliced peaches1 package (14 ounces) frozen unsweetened sliced strawberries2 cans (5-1/2 ounces each) peach nectar, chilled1 cup peach schnapps liqueur2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled2 bottles (750 milliliters each) champagne or other sparkling wine, chilled Preparation In a punch bowl, combine peaches, strawberries, nectar and liqueur. Stir in soda and champagne just before serving.
Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) sliced peaches in extra-light syrup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup cold butter Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Pour 1 can of peaches into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drain remaining can of peaches and add to baking dish; sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle with cake mix and almonds. Cut butter into very thin slices; arrange over top, spacing evenly....
Ingredients 1 large peach, peeled and chopped1/2 cup chopped sweet onion1/4 cup salsa1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons lime juice 1 cup chicken broth1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation Mix first six ingredients. In a small saucepan, bring broth and 1/4 cup peach mixture to a boil. Stir in rice; return to a boil....
Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds boneless pork loin chops, cut into strips1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges1-1/2 cups water1 package (6.2 ounces) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions Preparation Sprinkle pork with pepper and salt. In a large skillet, brown pork in oil. Meanwhile, drain oranges, reserving juice; set oranges aside. Add the water, rice mix with contents of seasoning packet, onions and reserved juice to the skillet....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons orange juice1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning1 garlic clove, minced4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)BARBECUE SAUCE:3 tablespoons mango chutney1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted1 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients; add the chicken....
Ingredients 2/3 cup chopped onion2/3 cup chopped fresh mushrooms2/3 cup chopped carrot2/3 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground turkey2 tablespoons maple syrup2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, mushrooms and carrot until tender; cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Pat into a 9x5-in....
