Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:3/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon grated lemon zest3/4 cup lemon juice3 large eggs3 large egg yolks4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon cornstarchSweetened whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Gradually beat in flour. Press dough onto bottom and up side of an ungreased 11-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened6 thick slices fresh white bread1/2 pound thinly sliced deli turkey18 bacon strips, cooked1 cup process cheese sauce Preparation Butter 1 side of each slice of bread; place buttered side up on a baking sheet. Broil 5 in. from the heat for 3 minutes or until lightly toasted. Top with turkey; broil for 2 minutes or until heated through. Top each with 3 strips of bacon....

Ingredients 1/4 cup lime juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon minced fresh mint or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 garlic clove, minced5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups)1 large sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 medium cucumber, julienned Preparation For dressing, mix first six ingredients until blended. Place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. ground beef (see Tips & Techniques) 4 tbsp. Dijon mustard salt Pepper 4 toasted hamburger buns Shaved dill pickles 1/4 c. canola oil 4 c. diced white onion 1 lb. bacon salt Pepper 2 c. ketchup 2 c. mayo 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Preparation Step 1Make burger: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef and mustard. Season liberally with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1 pound fresh baby carrots2 medium potatoes, cut into chunks2 medium onions, cut into wedges1 cup drained diced tomatoes1 cup beef broth1 celery rib, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 package (11 ounces) ridged potato chips1 package (14 ounces) caramels1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening1 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation Arrange whole potato chips in a single layer on a large platter. In a large saucepan, combine caramels and cream. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until caramels are melted. Drizzle over chips. In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 2 unbaked pastry shells (9 inches)2-1/2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (5.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedChocolate curls and chopped peanuts, optional Preparation Line unpricked pastry shells with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on wire racks. In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 small red potatoes, diced1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon chopped green pepper1 tablespoon chopped sweet red pepper1 green onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil2/3 cup egg substitute1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream1/4 cup chopped tomato Preparation Place potatoes in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Drain. In a small skillet, saute the mushrooms, peppers, onion and potatoes in oil until tender....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked tricolor spiral pasta3 small tomatoes, chopped1 cup thinly sliced green onions1 cup each chopped celery, sweet red pepper, zucchini and carrots3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the vegetables, vinegar, basil, oil, sugar, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided1/2 teaspoon honey1/4 cup olive oil1 tablespoon salt5 to 6 cups whole wheat flourAll-purpose flourCornmeal Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Add honey; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the oil, salt 3 cups of whole wheat flour and remaining water. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough whole wheat flour to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 1 medium carrot, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 cup water1 cup broccoli florets1 medium onion, cut into 16 wedges1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/4 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing1/4 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a nonstick skillet, bring carrot and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli, onion and zucchini; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled1 can (12 ounces) frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed Preparation Place the strawberries in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Pour into a large pitcher; stir in the soda and lemonade concentrate. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons olive oil4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced3 cups chopped fresh tomatoes1 cup fresh or frozen cut green beans1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon minced fresh dill or pinch dill weed1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper3-1/2 cups chicken broth1 cup fresh or frozen peas1 cup sliced zucchini or yellow summer squash...

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)1 medium onion, chopped1 cup water1 cup sweet-and-sour sauce1/4 cup sherry or chicken broth1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1 envelope onion soup mix1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot3 garlic cloves, minced16 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed4 cups shredded cabbage1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation Place roast and onion in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk water, sweet-and-sour sauce, sherry, soy sauce, soup mix, ginger and garlic until blended; pour over pork....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard2 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)Dash salt and pepper Preparation Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, mix the first five ingredients. Place chops on a broiler pan; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil 4 in. from heat 5 minutes. Turn; top with brown sugar mixture. Broil 4-5 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)2 cans (16 ounces each) vanilla frosting1 tube each black, orange and green decorating gelAssorted candies Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased and floured 13x9-in. baking pan. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Transfer the cake to a 20x17-in. covered board. Cut a zigzag pattern on one short end of cake to resemble the top of a treat bag....

Ingredients 2 oz. unsalted macadamia nuts 1 tbsp. honey 1/2 large ripe pineapple 4 ripe kiwis 2 small ripe papayas 1 1/2 c. sugar 1 vanilla bean (preferably Tahitian) 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 1/4 c. dark rum 1 c. heavy cream 1 tbsp. dark Muscovado, or dark-brown sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a Silpat nonstick baking mat. In a small bowl, coat nuts with honey....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder2 large eggs, separated, room temperature1-1/2 cups whole milk1 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extractSliced fresh strawberries or syrup Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, sugar and baking powder. In another bowl, lightly beat egg yolks. Add milk, butter and vanilla; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Bake in a preheated waffle maker according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar6 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups 2% milk6 tablespoons canola oilSTUFFING:1 pound bulk sage pork sausage1 bunch celery, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup butter, cubed1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 to 3 tablespoons rubbed sage1 tablespoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon pepper1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)Additional butter, melted...

Ingredients 1 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:2 medium ripe pears, peeled and sliced (about 2 cups)2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup sour cream1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, brown sugar and cinnamon; set aside....