Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper3 plain bagels, split1/3 cup cream cheese, softened6 thick slices tomato6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat broiler. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add beef; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until browned; drain. Stir in salt and pepper. Spread cut sides of bagels with cream cheese. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet; spoon beef over bagels....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted6 flour tortillas (8 inches)1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion salt or onion powderDash to 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional Preparation Brush butter over one side of each tortilla. Combine the seasonings; lightly sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon over each tortilla. Make two stacks of tortillas, with three in each stack. Using a serrated knife, cut each stack into nine thin strips. Place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey1 envelope reduced-sodium onion soup mix1 package (3 ounces) beef ramen noodles1-1/2 teaspoons sugar3/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 bottle (46 ounces) reduced-sodium V8 juice1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook turkey over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in soup mix, 1-1/2 teaspoons seasoning from the noodles, sugar, pepper and salt. Add V8 juice and vegetables; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces1-1/2 pounds fresh wax beans, cut into 2-inch pieces5 medium tomatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 pounds fresh mushrooms, sliced1 medium sweet onion, chopped10 tablespoons butter, divided1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil, divided1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix1/2 cup finely chopped fresh broccoli1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cauliflower3 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper3 tablespoons chopped green pepper Preparation Unroll crescent dough onto a baking sheet forming a 14x3-1/2-in. rectangle; seal perforations. Bake at 375° for 7-9 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise and salad dressing mix until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1 slice bread, torn into small pieces1 large egg, beaten1/4 cup shredded carrot2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper2 tablespoons finely chopped celery1/2 teaspoon saltDash each pepper and garlic powder5 tablespoons chili sauce or ketchup, divided Preparation In a bowl, combine ground beef, bread, egg, carrot, onion, green pepper, celery, seasonings and 2 tablespoons chili sauce. Form into a loaf in an ungreased 5-3/4x3x2-in....

Ingredients 9 large eggs, separated1 cup sugar1/2 cup water1 tablespoon grated orange zest2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups finely ground walnuts1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarBUTTERCREAM FROSTING:1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons whole milkAdditional walnuts, chopped and toasted Preparation Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 c. dried zolfini or cannellini beans 1 sprig sage 2 clove garlic 1 small bay leaf 1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil salt 1 c. canned tomato sauce Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Cover the beans with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 1 hour, then drain.Step 2Cover the beans with 4 inches of fresh water....

Ingredients 1 piece refrigerated piecrust dough 1 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 8 tbsp. butter c. granulated sugar 3 tbsp. granulated sugar c. packed brown sugar c. sliced almonds 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 3 ripe but firm pears 3 plums Preparation Step 1Place a baking sheet on the bottom rack of the oven and preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a 9 1/2-inch pie pan with crust; set aside....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/4 cup water2 tablespoons lemon juice4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1-3/4 cups whipped topping12 sugar cookies (3 inches)1 cup fresh blueberries1 cup chopped peeled kiwifruit1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries Preparation For glaze, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, pineapple juice, water and lemon juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream2 teaspoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepperBURGERS:1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup sun-dried tomato pesto1 tablespoon salt-free Greek seasoning1 pound lean ground turkey1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split1/4 cup chopped water-packed artichoke hearts1/4 cup julienned roasted sweet red peppers Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first five ingredients. Refrigerate until serving. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, pesto and Greek seasoning....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter, softened4 slices pound cake1/2 cup vanilla yogurt4 canned apricot halves Preparation Spread butter over both sides of cake slices. In a skillet, toast pound cake over medium-high heat 15-30 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Transfer to dessert plates. Spoon yogurt over cake to resemble fried egg whites. Top with apricots to resemble yolks.

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Place the chicken and marinade in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries, thawed1 cup finely chopped English cucumber1 green onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, divided4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine blackberries, cucumber, green onion and 1 tablespoon chili sauce; toss to coat. Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper. Place fillets on greased grill rack, skin side down. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons A.1. steak sauce, divided2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, divided1 pound ground beef4 slices Swiss cheese4 hamburger buns, split and toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons steak sauce and 1 tablespoon mustard. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear....

Ingredients 3/4 cup coconut milk3/4 cup cream of coconut1/4 cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons red curry paste1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-in. pieces1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-in. pieces3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice3/4 cup salted peanuts1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a small saucepan, whisk the first six ingredients until blended....

Ingredients 2 large red onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup butter, cubed2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth3 cups water1 envelope onion soup mix1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic powder7 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onions in butter until tender. Add the broth, water, soup mix, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder....

Ingredients 4 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed1/2 pound thinly sliced deli salami1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham1/2 pound thinly sliced pepperoni1/2 pound thinly sliced provolone cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon pepper1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten Preparation Let dough rise until doubled, according to package directions. Punch down. Roll each loaf into a 15x12-in....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup sliced sweet onion2 small plum tomatoes, seeded and thinly sliced3 medium fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese3 large eggs1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Cut pastry sheet in half. Repackage and refrigerate one half for another use. On a lightly floured surface, roll out remaining half into an 8-in....

Ingredients 2 large parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices2 large egg whites, lightly beaten1/2 cup soft bread crumbs (about 1 slice)1/4 cup finely chopped green onions1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked2 teaspoons olive oilDILL SAUCE:1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon dill weed...