Ingredients 2 port wine cheese logs (12 ounces each)1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon 2% milk2 whole peppercorns1 pimiento strip Preparation Cut cheese logs into pieces for mummy’s head, body, arms and legs; arrange on a serving plate. In small bowl, beat cream cheese and milk. Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; insert basket weave tip #47. Pipe rows across the mummy, creating bandages....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup slivered almonds1 bunch romaine, torn (about 8 cups)1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced2 cups halved fresh strawberriesDRESSING:1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon sour cream1 tablespoon 2% milk2-1/4 teaspoons cider vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds Preparation Place sugar in a small heavy skillet; cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted and caramel-colored, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds until coated. Spread on foil to cool....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta4 medium sweet peppers (any color)1/4 cup water1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion2 cups pasta sauce1 cup frozen broccoli-cauliflower blend, thawed and chopped1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Cut and discard tops from peppers; remove seeds. Place in a 3-qt. round microwave-safe dish. Add water; microwave, covered, on high until peppers are crisp-tender, 7-9 minutes. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups nonfat dry milk powder1/2 cup low-fat powdered nondairy creamer1/2 cup baking cocoa10 packets Equal or 1 tablespoon Equal Measure3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Combine all of the ingredients. Store in an airtight container. For each serving, add 3/4 cup boiling water to 1/3 cup cocoa mix; stir to dissolve.

Ingredients 3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 medium onion, chopped2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper3/4 teaspoon salt2 pounds ground beefGRAVY:1/2 cup all-purpose flour2-3/4 cups 2% milk2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef consomme, undiluted1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper3/4 teaspoon saltOptional: 1/4 teaspoon each ground allspice and ground nutmegNOODLES:1 package (16 ounces) egg noodles1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients....

Ingredients PILONCILLO SYRUP:1-1/2 cups water1 cinnamon stick5 whole cloves8 ounces piloncillo or 1 cup packed dark brown sugarTAMALE MASA (dough):1/2 pound lard1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound fresh ground masa (unprepared) for tamales1/2 cup piloncillo syrup3/4 cup raisins (soaked in water for 30 minutes and drained)About 12 corn husks (ojas) Preparation PILONCILLO SYRUP: Bring water with cinnamon stick and cloves to a boil; remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 1/2 hour....

Ingredients 2 pounds beef top round steak (1 inch thick)3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil2 medium onions, sliced2 celery ribs, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon dried oreganoHot cooked noodles, optional Preparation Cut meat into serving-size pieces. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes or Mexican stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes or diced tomatoes with mild green chiles1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles4 green onions, thinly sliced2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic Preparation In a 3-qt....

Ingredients 1 slice deli ham (3/4 ounce)2 slices deli turkey (1/2 ounce each)1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-fat butter2 slices raisin bread1 slice Swiss cheese (3/4 ounce) Preparation In a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, brown the ham and turkey. Meanwhile, spread butter over one side of each slice of bread. Remove ham and turkey from skillet. On unbuttered side of one slice of bread, layer cheese, ham and turkey; top with remaining bread, buttered side up....

Ingredients 3 packages (12 ounces each) semisweet chocolate chips, divided2-1/4 cups sweetened condensed milk, divided1/2 teaspoon orange extract1/2 to 1 teaspoon peppermint extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract3/4 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped3/4 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped1/2 cup ground almonds1 each 6- and 8-inch Styrofoam cones or a single 12-inch cone Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 pkg. of chocolate chips. Add 3/4 cup condensed milk; mix well....

Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted, divided3/4 cup milk, divided2 cups stuffing mix1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, a third of the soup and 1/4 cup milk. Stir in stuffing mix and tuna. Shape into eight patties. In a large skillet, brown patties in butter for 3-4 minutes on each side or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 large onion, chopped8 ounces wagon wheel pasta, cooked and drained1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 large green pepper, thinly sliced1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, mushrooms and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a shallow 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray, toss pasta, Parmesan cheese, green pepper, spaghetti sauce and beef mixture....

Ingredients 1/4 cup shortening3 tablespoons baking cocoa1 egg1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, cream shortening and cocoa; beat in egg, sugar and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Beat on low speed until thoroughly combined. Stir in walnuts. Pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 spaghetti squash 1 c. sliced almonds 1/2 c. chopped pitted green olives 1/2 c. thinly sliced scallion whites 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/4 c. canola oil 2 tbsp. canola oil 2 oz. Greek feta Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the spaghetti squash and cook until it is al dente, about 12 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 1 medium watermelon1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sugar fruit cocktail, drained1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained1 cup miniature marshmallows1 cup diet lemon-lime soda, chilled1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Cut watermelon into basket (see box below). Remove fruit from both sections of the top. Remove fruit from basket with a melon baller. Set aside 3 cups of melon balls (save remaining melon for another use)....

Ingredients 4 cups spring mix salad greens1/4 pound thinly sliced deli smoked turkey, cut into 1-inch strips1 small yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced1 small pear, chopped1/2 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup honey-roasted sliced almonds1/4 cup cubed cheddar cheese1/3 cup red wine vinaigrette Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup chopped fresh basil2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar1 garlic clove, crushed1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper8 slices sourdough bread1-1/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese1/4 cup fresh arugula2 tablespoons chopped roasted sweet red pepper3 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Place the first 8 ingredients in a food processor; process until blended. Spread over each of 4 bread slices; top with cheeses, arugula, red pepper and remaining bread....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped4 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs1 bottle (18 ounces) honey barbecue sauce1/3 cup maple syrup1/4 cup spicy brown mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with ribs. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; pour over ribs. Cook, covered, on low 8-9 hours or until meat is tender.

Ingredients 20 miniature sweet peppers, seeded and cut into rings2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon garlic powder4-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1 cup prepared pesto1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Toss peppers with oil and garlic powder; spread evenly in a greased 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast until tender, 10-15 minutes. Cool slightly. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef2 tablespoons chopped onion1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 teaspoon white vinegar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce2 to 3 drops hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon onion salt1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamonDash pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese8 taco shellsShredded lettuceChopped tomatoesSWEET-AND-SOUR DRESSING:1 cup Miracle Whip1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons white vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauceOptional: sliced jalapeno pepper and red onion...