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Ingredients 4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup butter, softened1 cup mayonnaise8 green onions, thinly sliced1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cut bread in half lengthwise; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with cheese mixture. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 2 cups diced red potatoes1 large onion, finely chopped2 celery ribs, chopped2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup water3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk3 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and drained2 cups cubed cooked turkey breastCRUST:1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup whole wheat flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt4 tablespoons fat-free milk, divided1 tablespoon canola oilPaprika...

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) sliced peaches, drained2 cups Rice Chex, crushed1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons cold butterOptional: Whipped topping or ice cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place peaches in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the cereal, brown sugar and flour; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over peaches. Bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until topping is golden brown....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk1 package (16 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut asparagus, thawed1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, parsley, mustard and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies2 eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup salsa1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef3/4 cup finely crushed corn chips8 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmedTOPPING:Chopped tomatoesChopped ripe olivesShredded cheddar cheeseShredded lettuceSalsaSour cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef and chips over mixture; mix well. Shape into eight patties. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 15 pretzels 1/4 c. marshmallow Fluff 15 Milano Cookies 1 tsp. powdered sugar 1 can store-bought vanilla frosting 30 brown mini M&Ms 15 red M&Ms (full size) Preparation Step 1Cut pretzels in half down the center. Dip edges of each pretzel half in Marshmallow Fluff, then press onto the top of each Milano cookie. Dab a little powdered sugar on top of the Fluff, so it doesn’t stick. Step 2Flip the Milano cookies over, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or tray....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 c. sour cream 1 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. water Orange food coloring 12 piece brown or black licorice twists Preparation Step 1Make the mini pumpkins: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and coat a 12-cup mini Bundt cake pan with vegetable cooking spray....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cold butter, divided1 cup butterscotch chips1/2 cup light corn syrup1 can (11-1/2 ounces) mixed nuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and salt. Cut in 1/2 cup butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a microwave, melt butterscotch chips and remaining butter; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 3/4 cup water1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons dried minced onion1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dill seed1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4-6 hours. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over low heat for 50-60 minutes or until juices run clear, turning several times....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons lemon extract4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk Preparation Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon zest and extract. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 cup water1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 cup uncooked instant rice2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms3 green onions, thinly sliced1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter and wine until mushrooms are tender and liquid is absorbed, about 6 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh brussels sprouts1/3 cup chopped shallots1 tablespoon butter1/3 cup half-and-half cream4-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cut an “X” in the core of each brussels sprout. In a Dutch oven, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add brussels sprouts; cover and cook for 8-12 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, saute shallots in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup ground or prepared mustard3 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Assorted pretzels Preparation In a bowl, combine all ingredients until smooth (mustard will thicken as it stands). Serve with pretzels. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 4 cups chopped napa or Chinese cabbage1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 cup fresh snow peas, trimmed and cut into thirds1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 green onion, chopped1/4 cup reduced-fat sesame ginger salad dressing1/2 cup chow mein noodles Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Just before serving, sprinkle with chow mein noodles....

Ingredients 2 large sweet onions, unpeeled1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon chili powder2-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, divided1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup milkOil for deep-fat frying Preparation Leaving the root end intact, peel the outer skin of the onion. Cut a small slice off the top. Starting at the top of the onion and on one side, make a cut downward toward the root end, stopping 1/2 in. from the bottom....

Ingredients 8 cups torn romaine1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained or 2 medium oranges, peeled and sliced1 cup thinly sliced red onion1/4 cup red wine vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, mincedSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large bowl, combine romaine, oranges and onion. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 8 slices bread, cubed3/4 pound shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage or Italian sausage4 large eggs2-1/2 cups 2% milk1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup chicken broth Preparation Place bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese; set aside. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Crumble sausage over the cheese and bread....

Ingredients 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, softened 1/3 c. powdered sugar 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 3/4 tsp. sweet paprika 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 1 1/2 c. oat flour 3/4 c. toasted pecans, very finely chopped 1 tsp. sweet paprika 1 1/2 tbsp. granulated sugar Preparation Step 1In a large bowl using a hand mixer, cream together butter, sugar, salt, paprika, and ginger until fluffy, 4 minutes. Fold in flour and pecans until fully combined....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda2 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup sour cream1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons peach whiskey or whiskey1 cup chopped peeled fresh peaches1/2 cup chopped pecansGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tablespoon peach whiskey or whiskey Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, brown sugar and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk eggs, sour cream, oil and whiskey until blended....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) peanut butter cups1 cup cold 2% milk1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches) Preparation Cut four peanut butter cups in half; coarsely chop remaining cups and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Fold in whipped topping. Fold in chopped peanut butter cups....