Ingredients 1 bottle (750 ml) white zinfandel or rose wine, chilled1/4 cup watermelon schnapps liqueur1-1/2 cups cubed seedless watermelon (1/2-inch cubes)1 medium lime, thinly sliced1/2 to 1 cup fresh blackberries, halved1 can (12 ounces) lemon-lime soda, chilled Ice cubesFresh basil or mint leaves Preparation In a large pitcher, stir together wine and schnapps; add watermelon, lime and blackberries. Chill at least 2 hours. Just before serving, stir in soda. Serve over ice....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 cups packed light brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup dried cranberries6 ounces white baking chocolate, coarsely choppedFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon grated orange zest, optional6 ounces white baking chocolate, melted1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter; stir in the brown sugar....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1-1/4 cups water3 egg whites1/3 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 ounces white baking chocolate, meltedFILLING:3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons butterFROSTING:1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting3 ounces white baking chocolate, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, egg whites, oil and vanilla. Beat on low for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 8 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped1 cup butter, softened2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided5 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup sour creamGLAZE:4 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted4 ounces white baking chocolate, meltedWhole fresh strawberries, optional Preparation Chop four squares of white chocolate and melt the other four; set both aside. In a bowl, cream butter and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice1/4 cup lemon juice2 medium oranges, washed and sliced1 medium lemon, washed and sliced1 bottle (750 ml) Riesling or other sweet white wine1 medium tart apple, thinly sliced1/4 cup Triple Sec2 cups lemon-lime soda, chilledIce cubes Preparation In a large pitcher, combine the pineapple juice, lemon juice and orange and lemon slices; mash gently with a wooden spoon until fruit is partially crushed. Add the wine, apple slices and triple sec....

Ingredients 1 package (2-3/4 ounces) quick-cooking wild rice1 cup dried lentils, rinsed2 cups water1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt2 medium tomatoes, chopped6 green onions, chopped2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Prepare rice according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Place lentils in a small saucepan. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tender, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package spice cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup water2 cartons (6 ounces each ) vanilla yogurt, divided1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, one carton of yogurt, applesauce and eggs until blended. Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 6 chicken breast halves (bone in)1/3 cup Italian salad dressing1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli, carrots and water chestnuts2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1-1/4 teaspoons Italian seasoning Preparation Place chicken in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Pour dressing over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes. Combine broth, vegetables, rice and Italian seasoning; pour over chicken. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 4 pounds beef top round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup canola oil3 cups chopped onion2-3/4 cups water, divided2 cups sliced celery3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce1 jar (16 ounces) salsa3 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt, optional1 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup yellow cornmealShredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, reduced-fat sour cream, sliced green onions and sliced ripe olives, optional...

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup fat-free milk3 cups shredded zucchini1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 tablespoon grated orange zestGLAZE:1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Coat a 10-in. fluted tube pan with cooking spray and sprinkle with flour. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 medium cucumber, quartered and sliced1 medium tomato, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/3 cup chopped sweet onion2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons red wine vinegar3/4 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomato, green pepper and onion. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine lime juice, vinegar, dill, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over cucumber mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons 2% milk1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough, softened2 cups fresh blueberries2 cups fresh raspberries8 fresh strawberries, sliced3/4 cup apricot preserves Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Beat in confectioners’ sugar and milk. Chill. Meanwhile, press cookie dough onto an ungreased 14-in. pizza pan. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until deep golden brown....

Ingredients 2 pounds carrots, sliced1/4 cup butter1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. In the same pan, combine the butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper; cook and stir until butter is melted. Return carrots to the pan; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until glazed....

Ingredients 6 large baking potatoes (about 13 ounces each)1/2 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons taco seasoning1 cup shredded cheddar cheese15 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3 green onions, choppedOptional: Salsa and sour cream Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet; bake until tender, 60-70 minutes. Cool slightly. Reduce oven setting to 350°. Cut potatoes lengthwise into quarters; remove pulp, leaving a 1/4-in....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 jar (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed, drained and chopped1 cup shredded Swiss cheese3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; crumble meat; drain. Add sauerkraut and cheese. Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into rectangles. Place on greased baking sheets; pinch seams to seal....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup dry sherry3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons soy sauce2 shallots, chopped Preparation Place the chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with salt, tarragon, paprika and pepper. Combine the sherry, lemon juice and soy sauce; drizzle over chicken. Top with shallots. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 375°....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extractOptional: Mixed fresh berries, whipped cream, maple syrup and butter Preparation In a large bowl, whisk together the first 5 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk remaining ingredients; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Preheat griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease griddle. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto griddle; cook until bubbles on top begin to pop and bottoms are golden brown....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, divided4 tablespoons finely chopped onion, divided3 tablespoons minced seeded jalapeno pepper1 tablespoon minced seeded serrano pepper2 to 3 teaspoons chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt4 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed1/3 cup finely chopped tomatoesTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons cilantro, 2 tablespoons onion, peppers, garlic and salt; mash together with a fork....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup sugar2 eggs3 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2-1/4 cups old-fashioned oats1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 package English toffee bits (10 ounces) or almond brickle chips (7-1/2 ounces) Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini2 green onions, sliced1 teaspoon butter2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon cornstarch1 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese1 pouch (7.1 ounces) boneless skinless pink salmon2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onions in butter until tender....