Ingredients 4 medium tomatoes, chopped2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 cups halved fresh green beans2 small zucchini, cubed1 medium yellow summer squash, cubed4 small carrots, thinly sliced2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 cup cubed peeled eggplant1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon salt-free garlic and herb seasoning4 cups reduced-sodium V8 juice Preparation Combine all ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 7-8 hours or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plain yogurt4-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest1 tablespoon lime juice1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 cup green grapes, halved1 cup chopped peeled mango 1 cup chopped seedless watermelon4 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce1/4 cup chopped pistachios, toasted Preparation In a bowl, mix the first five ingredients until blended. Add chicken, grapes, mango and watermelon; toss gently to combine. Divide lettuce among four plates; top with chicken mixture....

Ingredients 8 bacon strips, diced2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cider vinegar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 can (28 ounces) baked beans, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, melted, divided2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 teaspoon salt5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flourTOPPING:1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrainedGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter3 large sweet onions, sliced2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, dividedPepper to taste1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2/3 cup whole milk1 teaspoon soy sauce8 slices French bread, buttered on both sides Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter. Saute onions until translucent and slightly brown. Layer onions and two-thirds of the cheese in a 2-qt. baking dish, sprinkling pepper between layers. In a saucepan, heat soup, milk and soy sauce; stir to blend....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced3 cups water1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste2 teaspoons salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) lasagna noodles8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, tomato paste, salt, rosemary and pepper....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter2 to 3 tablespoons taco seasoning8 cups Corn Chex1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Place butter in an 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 45-60 seconds or until melted. Add taco seasoning. Stir in the cereal until evenly coated. Microwave on high for 45 seconds; stir. Heat 1 to 1-1/2 minutes longer; stir. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; microwave for 45 seconds. Stir; heat 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup milk1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 pounds ground beef2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) beef gravy1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 package (12 ounces) egg noodles Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow pan....

Ingredients 2 medium ears sweet corn1 large sweet red pepper2 pounds small red potatoes1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1 cup grape tomatoes, halved2 green onions, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream or fat-free plain Greek yogurt1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup salsa2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon red wine vinegar2 teaspoons chopped pickled jalapeno slices1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepperFresh cilantro leaves...

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey2 medium green peppers, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 jar (16 ounces) salsa2 tablespoons chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin24 taco shells3 cups shredded lettuce1-1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; remove and set aside....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chopped onion1/3 cup minced garlic, divided 12 pounds plum tomatoes, quartered2 cups water1-1/4 cups minced fresh basil, divided 1/4 cup minced fresh oregano1/4 cup tomato paste2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled lemon juice Preparation In a stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna, drained and flaked1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped3 tablespoons finely chopped celery1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1/2 cup Miracle Whip1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish4 submarine sandwich or hoagie buns4 lettuce leaves4 slices cheddar cheese8 wooden skewers Goldfish cheddar crackers Preparation In a bowl, combine the tuna, egg, celery and onion. Stir in the Miracle Whip and pickle relish; set aside. Make a 2-in. wide V-shaped cut in the center of each bun to within an inch of the bottom....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs6 tablespoons sugar6 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-3/4 cups sugar3/4 cup heavy whipping cream4 eggs, lightly beaten6 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooledTOPPING:4 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 10-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 cup fresh cauliflowerets1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained1/4 cup unsalted sunflower kernels1/4 cup minced fresh basil1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped, optionalVINAIGRETTE:1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions....

Ingredients 5 c. Beef or Chicken Stock 2 star anise 1 whole clove 1 piece cinnamon stick 1/2 tsp. white peppercorns 1 piece fresh gingerroot (unpeeled is OK) 4 shallots 1 tsp. sugar Preparation Step 1Place the stock in a 2-quart saucepan and heat to boiling over medium-high heat. While the soup heats, crush the anise, clove, cinnamon, and peppercorns on a cutting board with a rolling pin. Crush the ginger....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cold whole milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 package white or yellow cake mix (regular size)1-1/2 cups whipped topping1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set; cover and refrigerate. Grease the bottom of two 8-in. square baking dishes. Prepare cake batter according to package directions; pour into prepared dishes....

Ingredients 4 venison loin chops (1-1/4 inches thick)2 tablespoons canola oil1 to 1-1/2 cups beef brothAPPLE STUFFING:2 cups cubed day-old bread1 cup chopped peeled tart apple1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup raisins1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup hot water1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage Preparation In a large skillet, brown chops in oil on both sides. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; add enough broth to reach top of chops....

Ingredients 2 cups nonfat dry milk powder1/2 cup fat-free powdered nondairy creamer1/2 cup baking cocoaSugar substitute equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients; mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to six months. Yield: 2-3/4 cups (about 8 servings). To prepare hot cocoa: Dissolve 1/3 cup mix in 1 cup boiling water; stir well....

Ingredients 2 small yellow summer squash2 small zucchini1 can (about 15 ounces) whole potatoes, drained2 tablespoons olive oil1 package (20 ounces) turkey breast tenderloins 1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 package (5 ounces) torn mixed salad greens 1 cup salad croutons1/2 cup red wine vinaigrette Preparation Trim ends of yellow squash and zucchini; cut crosswise into 1-in. slices. Place slices in a large bowl; add potatoes. Pour oil over mixture, tossing to coat....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast3 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/3 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup butter, softened1-1/4 teaspoons salt2 large eggs3 teaspoons anise extract6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup raisins1 large egg white, beaten1 tablespoon water Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter and salt; mix well. Add eggs, extract and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth....