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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce1/3 cup canola oil2 egg whites1 egg2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 cups shredded zucchini1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1/3 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, beat the sugar, applesauce, oil, egg whites, egg and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended....

Ingredients 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese2 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped2/3 cup cubed avocado3 green onions, thinly sliced1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro8 round rice paper wrappers (8 inches)1 medium mango, peeled and thinly sliced2 cups alfalfa sprouts Preparation Mix cream cheese, lime juice and chili sauce; gently stir in pepper, avocado, green onions and cilantro. Fill a large shallow dish partway with water....

Ingredients 6 large eggs1 cup half-and-half cream1 cup 2% milk1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash salt16 slices French bread (1 inch thick)10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledAdditional maple syrup Preparation In a shallow bowl, whisk first 7 ingredients. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture. Arrange bread slices into 2 overlapping rows in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour remaining egg mixture over top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight....

Ingredients 36 large marshmallows1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chunky peanut butter2 tablespoons butter Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil. Arrange marshmallows in pan. In a microwave, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter; stir until smooth. Pour and spread over the marshmallows. Chill completely. Cut into 1-1/2-in. squares.

Ingredients 1 large egg1/2 cup 2% milk1 tablespoon cornstarch1 medium onion, finely chopped1 teaspoon saltDash pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)3 to 4 tablespoons butterGRAVY:1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup beef broth1/2 cup whole milk or half-and-half creamSalt and pepper to tasteMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large bowl, beat the egg, milk, cornstarch, onion, salt, pepper, nutmeg, allspice and ginger....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1/2 pound ground turkey1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2 cups water1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup uncooked long grain rice2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optionalBlack pepper to taste Preparation In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, onion and green pepper; cook until no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking into crumbles....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped3 cups water1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 envelope taco seasoning1 package (7 ounces) spaghetti1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, brown beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, tomato sauce and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. Break spaghetti into thirds; stir into sauce. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until spaghetti is tender and sauce is desired consistency Sprinkle with cheese....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)2 cans (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting48 vanilla wafersRed Hots, red gumdrops and red shoestring licorice Preparation Prepare cake batter and bake according to package directions for cupcakes, using foil- or paper-lined muffin tins. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Frost cupcakes generously with vanilla frosting. For ears, position two vanilla wafers on each cupcake. Add Red Hots for eyes and gumdrops for noses....

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each and 1/2-inch thick)1 medium onion, chopped1 cup ketchup1/2 cup water1/2 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water Preparation Place pork chops in an ungreased 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish. In a large bowl, combine the next nine ingredients. Pour over the chops. Cover with plastic wrap; peel back one corner to vent....

Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened apple juice2 tablespoons honey4 teaspoons finely chopped crystallized ginger4 teaspoons lemon juice4 cups cantaloupe balls1 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 cup fresh blueberries2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint leaves Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the apple juice, honey, ginger and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 3/4 cup. Remove from the heat. Cool....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chili sauce1/4 cup ketchup2 cups Rice Krispies1 medium onion, finely chopped1 small green or sweet red pepper, finely chopped3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds ground beef Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix chili sauce and ketchup. In a large bowl, combine Rice Krispies, onion, green pepper, cheese, egg, salt and pepper; stir in half of the chili sauce mixture....

Ingredients 4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 large), peeled and cubed1 cup 2% milk1/2 cup packed brown sugar6 tablespoons butter, softened1 egg, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg18 large marshmallows Preparation Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes; drain. Transfer to a large bowl and mash....

Ingredients 6 medium navel oranges6 lettuce leaves6 thin slices red onion, separated into rings6 tablespoons sliced ripe olives6 tablespoons Italian salad dressing Preparation Peel and cut each orange widthwise into three slices. Place lettuce leaves on individual salad plates. Top with orange slices and onion. Sprinkle with olives; drizzle with dressing.

Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons honey1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation Open tube of crescent rolls; do not unroll. Place on a greased baking sheet, forming one long roll. Cut into 12 slices to within 1/8 in. of bottom, being careful not to cut all the say through. Fold down alternating slices from left to right to form a loaf. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided2 large egg whites1/3 cup honey1/4 cup canola oil1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour2-1/2 cups all-purpose flourMelted butter, optional Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water. In a large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add the yeast mixture, honey, oil, salt, whole wheat flour and remaining water. Beat on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 3 large sweet potatoes (about 2-1/2 to 3 pounds)4 large egg whites3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 cups grated Parmesan cheesePrepared mustard, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Peel and cut sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/2-in. wedges. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg whites, salt and pepper until foamy. Place Parmesan cheese in another shallow bowl. Dip potatoes in egg white mixture, then in Parmesan cheese, patting to help coating adhere....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:4 cups unsweetened sliced peaches (about 6 medium)1 cup sugar, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sour creamTOPPING:1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup cold butter, cubed Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into a 9-in. pie plate. For filling, place peaches in a large bowl; sprinkle with 1/4 cup sugar and toss gently to coat....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltPinch pepper1/2 cup milk1/3 cup diced cheddar cheese1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon chopped onion3 tablespoons elbow macaroni, cooked and drained2 saltines, crushed Preparation In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper. Whisk in milk until smooth. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add the cheese, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and onion; stir until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustard3 plum tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped pitted green olives2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives Preparation Place salmon in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, honey, mustard and remaining salt. Spoon 1 tablespoon over each fillet....

Ingredients 3/4 cup baking cocoa2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/3 cup instant coffee granules3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspiceADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each serving):1 cup hot fat-free milk1 cinnamon stick, optional Preparation In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until mixture forms a powder. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 2-1/4 cups mix. To prepare mocha drink: In a mug, stir 3 tablespoons mix with 1 cup hot milk until blended....