Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening3 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:1-1/4 cups chopped pecans1 cup plus 1 tablespoon light corn syrup3 large eggs1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractPinch salt Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add cold water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Roll out dough to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Transfer crust to pie plate....
Ingredients 1/2 cup peanut butter chips2 teaspoons shortening2 cups peanut butter ice cream with peanut butter cup pieces, softened8 slices banana bread4 ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon strips, halved1 tablespoon honey Preparation In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Spread ice cream over half of the bread slices. Top with bacon; drizzle with melted chips and honey. Top with remaining bread. Wrap in plastic; freeze on a baking sheet at least 1 hour....
Ingredients 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup white whole wheat flour1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup water1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme3/4 teaspoon sea or kosher salt Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk flours and salt. Gradually add water and 1/4 cup oil, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Divide dough into 3 portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/8-in....
Ingredients 4 cups reduced-sodium V8 or tomato juice2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained2 medium carrots, thinly sliced2 medium potatoes, cubed1 large onion, chopped1 green pepper, chopped1 sweet red pepper, chopped1 cup dried lentils, rinsed2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawedTOPPING:1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt2 tablespoons minced chives...
Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided 3 cups cut fresh green beans (2-inch pieces)1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms4 thin slices deli ham4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°....
Ingredients 1 large egg1/4 cup 2% milk3 tablespoons mayonnaise1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound cooked crabmeat or 3 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large bowl, whisk together the first 8 ingredients. Fold in crab. Place the bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Drop a third of the crab mixture into crumbs; shape into a 3/4-in....
Ingredients 3 tablespoons reduced-fat creamy peanut butter1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon honey1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt1 cup fresh baby spinach, chopped1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon minced fresh mint1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce and honey until blended....
Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie1/2 cup butter2-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup maple syrup1/2 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, beaten2 tablespoons whiskey or bourbon, optional2 teaspoons vanilla extractOptional: Whipped cream and ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling....
Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter, divided1 package (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into 12 slices2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) mixed tropical fruit, drained2 tablespoons honey6 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toastedPomegranate seeds, optional Preparation Melt 2 tablespoons butter; lightly brush over one side of each cake slice. Place buttered side up in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. pan. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown....
Ingredients 1/2 cup egg substitute1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained, divided3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon sugar3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup dry bread crumbs1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 green onion, finely chopped2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper1 teaspoon honey1 teaspoon lime juicePinch pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine egg substitute, 1/3 cup pineapple and the seasonings....
Ingredients 1 cup water1/2 cup butter1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour4 large eggs, room temperatureFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2-1/2 cups cold 2% milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mixTOPPING:1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedChocolate syrup Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Continue beating until smooth and shiny....
Ingredients 1 pound kale, trimmed and torn (about 20 cups)2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes5 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add kale; cook, covered, 10-15 minutes or until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon; discard cooking liquid. In same pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute....
Ingredients 2 teaspoons cornstarch3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons prepared wasabi2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided1 pound uncooked beef stir-fry strips12 green onions with tops, cut in half lengthwise1 large sweet red pepper, julienned8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 cup coleslaw mix Preparation In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, soy sauce, wasabi, ginger and garlic until blended. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat....
Ingredients 1 c. whole-wheat flour 2 tbsp. wheat bran 3/4 c. warm whole milk (about 110 degrees F) 1/4 c. packed dark-brown sugar 2 envelopes active dry yeast 3 tbsp. coarse whole-grain cornmeal 3 tbsp. old-fashioned oats 2 tsp. old-fashioned oats 3 tbsp. ground flaxseed 1 tsp. whole flaxseed 2 tsp. salt 2 1/2 c. bread flour Olive oil cooking spray Preparation Step 1Stir whole-wheat flour, bran, and 1 cup water in a bowl....
Ingredients 2 cups diced seedless watermelon3/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 teaspoons brown sugar1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon saltTortilla chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Drain if necessary before serving. Serve with chips.
Ingredients SPAGHETTI SAUCE:1 medium onion, chopped1/2 green pepper, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce3/4 cup water3/4 cup dry red wine or water1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperMANICOTTI:1-1/2 pound ground beef1/2 medium onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (8 ounces) manicotti, cooked and drained3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese...
Ingredients 12 chicken wings (about 3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt, dividedDash pepper1-1/2 cups ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optionalOptional: Sliced jalapeno peppers, finely chopped red onion and sesame seeds Preparation Using a sharp knife, cut through the 2 wing joints; discard wingtips. Sprinkle chicken with a dash of salt and pepper. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat until golden brown, 6-8 minutes on each side....
Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1/2 cup butter, softened1 large egg, room temperatureFILLING:1 can (15 ounces) sweet potatoes, drained1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided1 large egg, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1 cup sour cream1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1-1/4 cups granola without raisins1/2 cup white baking chips1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, butter and egg until crumbly....
Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar2 tablespoons tomato paste1 tablespoon yellow mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons chili powder Preparation In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to blend....
Ingredients 1/2 cup flaked coconut2/3 cup coconut milk, stirred before measuring, then chilled1/2 cup cream of coconut, stirred before measuring, then chilled4 cups vanilla ice creamSweetened whipped cream Preparation In a small skillet, cook and stir coconut over medium-low heat until toasted, 6-8 minutes. Let cool completely. Place coconut milk, cream of coconut, 1/4 cup toasted coconut and ice cream in a blender; cover and process until blended. Pour into 4 glasses....
