Ingredients 6 cups boiling water6 tea bags1-1/2 cups orange juice1-1/2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice1/3 cup sugar1 medium navel orange, halved and sliced2 tablespoons honeyPineapple and orange wedges, optional Preparation In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine boiling water and tea bags. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2-4 hours or until heated through. If desired, serve with pineapple and orange wedges....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon cider or red wine vinegar1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup cubed cooked turkey or chicken1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 small tomato, chopped1 cup chunky salsa3 green onions, thinly sliced1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 garlic clove, minced1 cup shredded cheddar cheese5 pita breads (6 inches), halved Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside....

Ingredients 4 slices pumpernickel or rye bread2 tablespoons Thousand Island salad dressing6 ounces sliced deli smoked turkey1/2 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained2 slices Swiss cheese2 teaspoons butter, softened Preparation Spread two slices of bread with salad dressing. Layer with turkey, sauerkraut and cheese; top with remaining bread. Butter the outsides of sandwiches. In a large skillet, toast sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side or until heated through.

Ingredients 2 cups coarsely crushed corn chips1 can (16 ounces) refried beans2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided1 cup salsa2 cups shredded cooked turkey1 teaspoon taco seasoning1 green onion, sliced1 medium tomato, chopped Preparation Place corn chips in a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Place the refried beans in a small saucepan; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in 1 cup cheese and salsa....

Ingredients 1-1/3 pounds turtle meat4-1/2 cups water2 medium onions1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/4 teaspoons salt5 tablespoons butter, cubed1/3 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons tomato puree3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/3 cup chicken broth2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/4 cup lemon juiceChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a heavy 4-qt. saucepan, bring turtle meat and water to a boil. Skim off foam. Chop 1 onion and set aside. Quarter the other onion; add to saucepan along with bay leaf, cayenne pepper and salt....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided2 cups sugar1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk8 ounces white baking chocolate, coarsely chopped1 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 2 acorn squash 1 small red onion 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 6 large plum tomatoes 12 clove unpeeled garlic 1/2 lb. whole wheat rigatoni 2 tbsp. pine nuts 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper 4 Kalamata olives 1/4 c. thinly sliced basil leaves 2 tbsp. chopped parsley 2 tbsp. freshly grated pecorino cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the squash and onion with 1 tablespoon of the oil; season with salt and pepper and spread in a single layer....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour3 tablespoons ground flaxseed3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs, separated2 cups fat-free milk3 tablespoons canola oil3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauceMixed fresh berries and confectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flours, flax, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg yolks, milk, oil and applesauce; stir into dry ingredients until just moistened. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter....

Ingredients BROTH:8 cups water3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs1 large onion, quartered2 medium carrots, quartered2 celery ribs, quartered8 whole allspice2 bay leaves1 tablespoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperSOUP:4 cups V8 juice3 celery ribs, sliced2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 medium carrots, sliced1 medium onion, diced2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon chili powder1 cup uncooked noodles Preparation In a Dutch oven or stockpot, bring broth ingredients to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pint cherry tomatoesFILLING:3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup ranch salad dressing2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion2 tablespoons finely chopped water chestnuts2 tablespoons finely chopped walnutsWhole chives, optional Preparation Make an “X” in the top of each tomato, cutting two-thirds of the way to the bottom. Scoop out pulp with the tip of a knife. Drain tomatoes, upside down, on a paper towel. Combine filling ingredients in small bowl. Stuff tomatoes with filling....

Ingredients 1/2 cup light corn syrupGreen paste food coloring5 cups unsweetened pineapple juice2 cups white grape juice2 drops yellow food coloring, optional1 cup club soda, chilledFresh pineapple slices, optional Preparation Refrigerate 10 champagne flutes or cocktail glasses until chilled. In a small bowl, combine corn syrup and green food coloring; dip rims of chilled glasses into mixture. Turn glasses upright, allowing mixture to slightly run down sides of glasses. Freeze until firm....

Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons plus 1 cup chili sauce, divided1 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs2 tablespoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground turkey1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1/2 cup reduced-sugar apricot preserves Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, Worcestershire sauce and 2 tablespoons chili sauce. Stir in the bread crumbs, onion, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 cup cubed peeled sweet potato 1 tablespoon water1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup 2% milk Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Place sweet potato and water in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, on high until potato is tender, 3-4 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup vinegar1/2 teaspoon ground ginger4 quarts water Preparation Mix the ingredients and chill.

Ingredients 1/3 c. granulated sugar 1 c. dark-roasted peanuts or sesame seeds 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. peanut oil 3 tbsp. cold water 1 1/2 c. glutinous rice flour (225 g.), plus more for surface 1/4 tsp. Kosher salt 1 tbsp. sweetened condensed milk 1/3 c. boiling water (80 g.) 1/3 c. room-temperature water (80 g.) Preparation Step 1Make the filling: In a small food processor, add sugar, sesame or peanuts, and salt and pulse until mixture resembles coarse sand....

Ingredients 3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon white vinegar1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1 boneless pork loin roast (about 3 pounds), halved7-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch3 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a greased 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add roast and turn to coat. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until meat is tender. Remove pork to a serving platter; keep warm....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup finely chopped fresh or frozen cranberries1 orange, peeled and chopped1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped pecansLettuce leaves6 rolls or croissants, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine the turkey, mayonnaise, cranberries, orange, sugar, mustard and salt. Just before serving, stir in pecans. Place lettuce and 1/2 cup turkey mixture on each roll.

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons butter, softened2-2/3 cups vanilla or white chips1 cup creamy peanut butter, divided2 tablespoons shortening, divided2-2/3 cups milk chocolate chips Preparation Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, melt vanilla chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter and 1 tablespoon shortening over low heat; cook and stir constantly until smooth. Pour into prepared pan. In another heavy saucepan, melt milk chocolate chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter and 1 tablespoon shortening over low heat; cook and stir constantly until smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons softened butter, divided 1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. Beat flour, 1 cup brown sugar and 1/2 cup butter until well blended (mixture will be dry and crumbly). Firmly press into prepared pan. Sprinkle pecans over flour mixture....

Ingredients 6 medium Red Delicious apples6 wooden pop sticks2 cups sugar1/4 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped, divided3 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped Preparation Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; grease the paper. Wash and thoroughly dry apples. Insert a wooden pop stick into each; place on prepared pan. Refrigerate 15 minutes. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil over medium heat, without stirring, until mixture turns amber....