Ingredients 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup milk1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add vegetables. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain. In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 2 cups fresh raspberries2 cups sliced fresh strawberries2 cups fresh blueberries1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided1/3 cup graham cracker crumbs1/3 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons sliced almonds1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon water Preparation In a large bowl, combine the berries, sugar and 2 tablespoons flour; transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, oats, brown sugar, almonds, cinnamon and remaining flour....

Ingredients 2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 10 whole crackers)1/4 cup sugar6 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/4 cups sugar1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/3 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, warmedFINISHING:Template on page XX1/4 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in....

Ingredients 5 cups fresh blackberries1/3 cup turbinado (washed raw) sugar2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch or arrowroot flour1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons cold butter1/3 cup fat-free milkVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon....

Ingredients 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups frozen corn1 cup hot water1 cup chopped onion2 celery ribs, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 tablespoons uncooked long grain rice1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon salt1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauceOptional: Shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream...

Ingredients 4 mahi mahi fillets (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce Preparation Sprinkle mahi mahi with garlic powder and pepper. In a large skillet, cook mahi mahi in oil over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute ginger for 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. angel hair or other thin pasta 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 3 tbsp. Asian sesame oil 1/2 c. sliced almonds 1 jalapeño pepper 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger 1 1/2 lb. ground beef 1 tsp. salt 1/4 c. Asian fish sauce (nam pla or nuoc mam)* 4 scallions including green tops 1 c. coarsely chopped fresh mint 1/4 c. lime juice (from about 2 limes) Preparation Step 1In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta until just done, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted1 large egg whiteFILLING:2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa3 tablespoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups fat-free milk1 large egg, beaten1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1-1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping1 teaspoon grated chocolate Preparation Combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter and egg white; press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 375° for 6-8 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 cup shortening2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature2 tablespoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilkDRIZZLE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 package (12 ounces) frozen vegetarian meat crumbles1-1/2 cups salsa, divided 1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin8 cups torn romaine1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup coarsely crushed tortilla chips1 cup frozen corn, thawed2 plum tomatoes, chopped1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro1/4 cup vegan ranch salad dressingLime wedges, optional...

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup honey1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons reduced-fat peanut butter1 egg white1 tablespoon fat-free evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup whole wheat flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice2 cups old-fashioned oats1-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal1/3 cup white baking chips1/4 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and allspice; stir into sugar mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1 large egg plus 1 large egg white, room temperature1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltTOPPING:2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and egg white. In another bowl, whisk together flours, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 large onion, coarsely chopped1 large celery rib with leaves, chopped6 cups chicken broth1 pound dried yellow split peas2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 cup pistachios Preparation Heat butter and oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; add onion and celery. Cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in broth; bring to a boil. Add peas; return to a boil....

Ingredients 1 cup (8 ounces) apple-cinnamon yogurt1/4 cup milk Preparation In a bowl, stir yogurt; gradually stir in milk. Serve over fresh fruit or use in a fruit salad.

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie5 cups sliced peeled fresh or frozen peaches, thawed1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flourDash ground nutmeg1 egg2 tablespoons heavy whipping creamTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons cold butterWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge....

Ingredients 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes1/4 cup tahini1/4 cup lime juice2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperBaked pita chips Preparation Place the first 7 ingredients in a food processor; process until blended. Transfer to a bowl. Serve with pita chips.

Ingredients 1/4 cup dried minced onion1/4 cup chili powder3 tablespoons salt4 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon dried minced garlic1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons dried oreganoADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1 pound ground beef1/3 to 1/2 cup water Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 6-7 batches (about 3/4 cup total)....

Ingredients 4 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs1 cup ketchup1 cup barbecue sauce1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon molasses1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place ribs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over ribs. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 6-7 hours.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 cup water1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cuminShredded cheddar cheese, salsa and minced fresh cilantroTortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1/2 cup each frozen unsweetened strawberries, raspberries and blackberries, thawed2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt4-1/2 teaspoons cold butter3 tablespoons 2% milkWhipped cream or ice cream, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine berries and 2 tablespoons sugar; let stand for 30 minutes. Drain berries, reserving juice. If necessary, add water to the juice to measure 1/2 cup....