Ingredients 3/4 cup 4% cottage cheese1/4 cup dill pickle relish1 can (6 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed1 celery rib, chopped6 slices bread, toasted2 lettuce leaves, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese and pickle relish. In another bowl, combine salmon and celery. For each sandwich, top 1 piece of toast with lettuce if desired and half of the cottage cheese mixture. Top with a second piece of toast; spread with half of the salmon mixture....

Ingredients 1 cup sliced peeled kiwifruit (about 3 medium)1 cup water, divided2 tablespoons sugar, divided10 wooden pop sticks and 10 freezer pop molds or 10 paper cups (3 ounces each)1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen unsweetened blueberries1/2 cup seedless red grapes1/2 cup red grape juice Preparation Place kiwi, 1/2 cup water and 1 tablespoon sugar in a food processor; pulse until combined. Pour into molds or paper cups. Top molds or paper cups with foil and insert sticks through foil....

Ingredients 2 cups chopped onion1 cup chopped carrots1 cup chopped celery6 cups water3 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup quick-cooking barley1 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed Preparation In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, carrots and celery over medium heat until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 small red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes2-3/4 cups water2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup cold water1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted3 cups frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed1/2 cup chopped fully cooked lean ham8 ounces reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed Preparation In a large saucepan coated with a cooking spray, cook onion and celery over medium heat until onion is tender....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 c. barley (7 ounces) water kosher salt 1 1/2 lb. broccoli 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. minced shallots 2 tsp. minced fresh ginger 1 jalapeno 1 scallion Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the barley and cook over moderately high heat, stirring until fragrant and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add 3 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/2 baby seedless watermelon 1 large mango, diced 1/2 red onion, diced 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced 2 limes, zested and juiced 1 Pinch salt 1/4 c. cilantro, chopped 1 bag Tortilla chips Preparation Step 1Slice one baby seedless watermelon in half lengthwise. Trim a little off of the rounded edge of the watermelon, so it sits up like a bowl without rolling around. Use a spoon to scoop out the watermelon flesh of one half—being careful not to scoop all the way through the trimmed bottom—forming a bowl with the watermelon rind....

Ingredients Preparation Freeze it: Most chocolate candies freeze and defrost well. And some taste even better frozen; we’re particularly partial to adding crumbled ice cold mini Robin’s Eggs to ice cream. Melt it: Use your double boiler to turn that chocolate bunny into chocolate sauce to use as fondu or ice cream topping.Get creative, from Peeps s’mores to Reeses Peanut Butter Egg cookies, use your Easter goodies to liven up baked good treat....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons active dry yeast1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons salt4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 jar (24 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce, optional Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the olive oil, sugar, salt and 2-1/2 cups flour....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled1/4 cup finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drainedPastry for a single-crust pie (9 inches) or 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 4-5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes. Remove from heat....

Ingredients 4 quarts water, divided10 tea bags1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed and undrained1 cup sugar3 tablespoons lime juice Preparation In a saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil; remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep, covered, 5-8 minutes according to taste. Discard tea bags. Place raspberries, sugar and remaining water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 3 minutes....

Ingredients 2 large eggs2 cups quick-cooking or rolled oats1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 cup chopped onion2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder3 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)SAUCE:2 cups ketchup1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped onion1 to 2 teaspoons liquid smoke1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add oats, milk, onion, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add the ground beef; mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 4 to 5 pounds pork spareribs2 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup finely chopped celery1 cup water1 cup ketchup1/3 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon chili powder Preparation Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; place in a shallow roasting pan, bone side down. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 pound turkey breast tenderloins, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 package (6.2 ounces) fried rice mix1 tablespoon butter2 cups water1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 cup frozen broccoli cuts, thawed2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper, optional Preparation In a skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove turkey and keep warm. Set aside seasoning packet from rice. In the same skillet, saute rice in butter until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour4 cups 2% milk2 jars (7 ounces each) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped2 cups shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked egg noodles2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup 2% milk2 to 3 teaspoons prepared horseradish1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup frozen peas, thawed1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 small onion, chopped1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna, drained and flaked1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup water1 cup bulgur2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1 small cucumber, finely chopped1 cup garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup sliced ripe olives3 tablespoons dried cranberries1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons thawed cranberry juice concentrate1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. Place bulgur in a large bowl....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped8 cups vegetable broth1 cup quinoa, rinsed2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained3 medium tomatoes, chopped1 cup fresh or frozen corn1/3 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional ingredients: Cubed avocado, lime wedges and additional chopped cilantro Preparation Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 2 medium green peppers, chopped1 large onion, thinly sliced2 celery ribs, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons canola oil, divided1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubedHot cooked riceMinced fresh parsley, optional...

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup watermelon or mixed fruit gelatin powder3/4 cup boiling water5 cups seeded cubed watermelon Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve sugar and gelatin in boiling water; set aside. Place watermelon in a food processor; cover and puree. Stir into gelatin mixture. Pour into an ungreased pan. Cover and freeze overnight. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving; scrape ice with a fork. Serve in paper cones or serving dishes....

Ingredients 2 bunch asparagus 2 lb. carrots 1 lb. baby Brussels sprouts 1 lb. wax beans 4 oz. olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 2 oz. butter 1 orange, zested Preparation Step 1To prepare the asparagus: Preheat grill or large heavy-bottom sauté pan. Rub 2 ounces of olive oil on asparagus and season with pinch of salt and pepper. Lay flat on grill or sauté pan until lightly browned. Using long fork or tongs, rotate the asparagus to brown other sides, usually 2 or 3 minutes per side....