Ingredients 1 cup small shell pasta1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3 cans (5-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium V8 juice1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Southwestern diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup frozen corn1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup coconut milk3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons ground cumin1 tablespoon ground coriander1 tablespoon brown sugar4 tablespoons canola oil, divided1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon curry powderDash crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubesPEANUT DIPPING SAUCE:1 cup water2/3 cup creamy peanut butter1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons soy sauce2 teaspoons lemon juiceDash crushed red pepper flakesHot cooked jasmine rice, optional Preparation In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the coconut milk, garlic, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon oil, salt, paprika, curry and red pepper flakes; add the pork and turn to coat....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1 cup chopped red onion1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups julienned zucchini1 cup salsa1 cup frozen corn1 cup julienned sweet red pepper1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper8 flour tortillas (8 inches)2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook the turkey, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 4 turkey cutlets (about 1 1/4 pounds in all) 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper c. flour c. dry white wine 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram 1/2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 1 tbsp. butter 2 tbsp. capers Preparation Step 1In a large nonstick frying pan, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Season the turkey with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper....

Ingredients 1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (14 ounces) caramels1/2 cup evaporated milk6 tablespoons butter, cubed1 cup chopped pecans1 cup semisweet chocolate chipsVanilla ice cream and pecan halves, optional Preparation Mix cake according to package directions. Set aside half of the batter; pour remaining batter into a greased and floured 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18 minutes. Meanwhile, in a saucepan over low heat, melt the caramels, milk and butter....

Ingredients 4 medium sweet onions2 small zucchini, shredded1 large garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup dry bread crumbs4 thick-sliced bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth Preparation Peel onions and cut a 1/4-in. slice from the top and bottom. Carefully cut and remove the center of each onion, leaving a 1/2-in. shell; chop removed onion....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 cup sugar1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand for 30 minutes. Add the vanilla, cream of tartar and salt; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes....

Ingredients 9 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 4 medium)4 cups water1 can (15-1/4 ounces) pear halves, drained1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Place the sweet potatoes in a shallow 3-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 18-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients; beat until combined.

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water, divided1 medium onion, chopped1 envelope taco seasoning2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Preparation In a large skillet, cook chops in oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, 3/4 cup water, onion and taco seasoning. Pour over pork and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks2/3 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sugar4 cups chopped cabbage2 large tart apples, chopped2/3 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice in a small bowl. Set pineapple aside. Stir mayonnaise and sugar into juice. In a large bowl, combine cabbage, apples, marshmallows, walnuts and pineapple. Just before serving, add dressing and toss to coat.

Ingredients 3/4 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon saltICING:1/4 cup milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugarFood coloring and coarse sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup mayonnaise1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt10 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)2 tablespoons butter, softened Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the cheeses, garlic powder and seasoned salt. Spread 5 slices of bread with the cheese mixture, about 1/3 cup on each. Top with remaining bread....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage6 tablespoons butter6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper3 cups 2% milk9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut in half6 slices provolone cheese, cut in half1/3 cup grated Romano cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually stir in milk....

Ingredients POPPY SEED DRESSING:1/2 cup canola oil6 tablespoons cider vinegar3/4 cup sugar1 small onion, quartered1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon poppy seedsSALAD:10 cups torn salad greens1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 to 4 tablespoons slivered almonds Preparation In a food processor or blender, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, onion, mustard and salt. Cover and process until smooth. Stir in the poppy seeds In a salad bowl, combine the greens, oranges, bacon and almonds....

Ingredients 2-3/4 cups cold milk1 package (5.1 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed4 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 120 wafers)3 cups sliced fresh strawberries Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes; fold in condensed milk. Set aside 1 tablespoon whipped topping and 2 tablespoons wafer crumbs. Fold remaining whipped topping into pudding....

Ingredients 3/4 lb. thick-sliced bacon 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 lb. Brussels sprouts Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 Granny Smith apples-peeled 1 tsp. thyme leaves Preparation Step 1In a large skillet, cook the bacon over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels; reserve 1/4 cup of fat.Step 2In a large, enameled cast-iron casserole, melt the butter in the bacon fat. Add the Brussels sprouts in batches and cook over high heat, stirring, until softened but still bright green, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 pound)1/4 teaspoon salt1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1-1/4 teaspoons dried basil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Place tomatoes in a colander and sprinkle with salt; let stand for 1 hour. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1 bone-in fully cooked ham steak (2 pounds)5 tablespoons butter, cubed5 tablespoons brown sugar Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ham steak on both sides; drain. Remove ham. In the same skillet, melt the butter; stir in brown sugar. Return ham to skillet; cook until a thermometer reads 140°, turning often.

Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter, melted14 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 in.)7 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup thinly sliced onion1 pound plum tomatoes, sliced1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thymeSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Brush a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with some of the melted butter. Unroll phyllo dough; cut stack into a 10-1/2x9-in....

Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) plain potato chips, divided1 can (5 ounces) light tuna in water, drained and flaked1 package (10-1/2 ounces) frozen asparagus tips, thawed and patted dry or 1 can (15 ounces) asparagus spears, drained and slicedSAUCE:2/3 cup evaporated milk1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon white pepperTOPPING:1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup sliced almonds Preparation Crush chips and place half in greased 2-qt. baking dish. Arrange tuna over chips....