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Ingredients 6 medium tomatoes, chopped1 small onion, chopped2 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, sugar, salt and pepper. Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the bread crumbs, cheese and butter; sprinkle over tomato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Ingredients 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1/2 pound extra-lean ground turkey1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 bay leaves1 tablespoon dried oregano1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked multigrain spaghetti Preparation Crumble sausage and turkey into a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 medium carrots1/2 cup diced celery1 medium onion, finely chopped1/4 cup julienned sweet yellow pepper1/4 cup julienned sweet red pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium zucchini, diced1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDash hot pepper sauce1 cup uncooked couscous1-1/2 cups chicken broth Preparation In a large skillet, saute the carrots, celery, onion and peppers in oil for 5-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons honey1 medium mango, peeled and chopped1 teaspoon grated lime zest1 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper8 cups cubed seedless watermelon1-1/2 pounds yellow tomatoes, coarsely chopped (about 5 medium)1-1/2 pounds red tomatoes, coarsely chopped (about 5 medium)2 sweet onions, thinly sliced and separated into rings2/3 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation For dressing, place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until pureed....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 medium parsnips, peeled and cubed3/4 cup evaporated milk2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper, divided2 eggs1 teaspoon dried mint1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1 pound ground lamb1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup fresh peas Preparation Place potatoes and parsnips in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 package round wonton wrappers (60) 1 lb. ground pork 1 egg 3 tbsp. dark soy sauce 1 tbsp. chicken broth 1 tbsp. Chinese rice wine 1 scallion 1 tsp. chopped gingerroot 1/2 tsp. salt Preparation Step 1Remove the wonton wrappers from the package and cover with wet towels for 15 minutes before use.Step 2To make the filling: In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, egg, sesame oil, soy sauce, broth, rice wine, scallion, gingerroot, and salt....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped2/3 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup vinegar2 tablespoons ketchup1-1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon celery seed Preparation In a blender or food processor, process all ingredients until smooth and thickened. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Shake well before serving.

Ingredients 1 cup crushed graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup fat-free sour cream1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drainedSugar substitute equivalent to 2 teaspoons sugar Preparation Combine crumbs and butter; press into bottom and up the sides of a 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes; cool. In a bowl, combine pudding mix and sour cream; mix well. Stir in pineapple and sweetener....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon lemon juice24 slices soft multigrain bread, crusts removed1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced1/4 medium cantaloupe, cut into 12 thin slices Preparation Combine the tarragon, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; rub over chicken. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper24 chicken wings (about 5 pounds)SAUCE:1/4 cup honey1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate1/2 teaspoon ground gingerMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 2 baking sheets with foil; coat with cooking spray. In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, paprika and pepper. Add chicken wings, a few at a time; toss to coat. Divide wings between prepared pans. Bake 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced1/4 cup chopped onion2 large eggs1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided Preparation Place zucchini and onion in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, bouillon, Italian seasoning, mustard and pepper; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 envelope taco seasoning3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 cup salsa4 medium green peppers1 medium tomato, chopped1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the taco seasoning, kidney beans and salsa. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Cut peppers in half lengthwise; remove stems and discard seeds....

Ingredients 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon butter, softened1 tablespoon lime juice1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon pepperDash onion powder4 tilapia fillets (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat broiler. Mix first 8 ingredients until blended. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; coat foil with cooking spray. Place tilapia in pan; sprinkle with salt. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 2-3 minutes per side. Spread cheese mixture over fillets....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups boiling water1/3 cup wheat bran3 tablespoons ground flaxseed1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup honey1/4 cup canola oil2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour2-1/2 to 3 cups bread flour Preparation In a small bowl, pour boiling water over the wheat bran, flaxseed, salt and cinnamon. Add the honey and oil. Let stand until mixture cools to 110°-115°, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon ground cardamom1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper6 mahi mahi fillets (6 ounces each) 12 corn tortillas (6 inches)2 cups chopped red cabbage1 cup chopped fresh cilantroSalsa verde, optional2 medium limes, cut into wedgesHot pepper sauce (Tapatio preferred) Preparation In a 13x9-in. baking dish, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Add fillets; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. Drain fish and discard marinade. On an oiled grill rack, grill mahi mahi, covered, over medium-high heat (or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 6 hard-boiled large eggs3/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons finely shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 tablespoons finely shredded Swiss cheese2 tablespoons minced chives, divided1/8 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper2 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubedDash paprika Preparation Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks; set whites aside. In a bowl, mash the yolks. Add the mayonnaise, shredded cheeses, 1 tablespoon chives, mustard and pepper. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the process cheese on high for 1-2 minutes; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 slice of bread1 teaspoon butter1 large eggSalt and pepper to taste Preparation Cut a 3-in. hole in the middle of the bread and discard. In a small skillet, melt the butter; place the bread in the skillet. Place egg in the hole. Cook for about 2 minutes over medium heat until the bread is lightly browned. Turn and cook the other side until egg yolk is almost set. Season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 6 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning3 cups (12 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheeseGarlic salt to taste Preparation Coat a 2 qt. baking dish with cooking spray. Add zucchini and sprinkle with garlic salt to taste. Combine stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce and oregano; pour over zucchini. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until zucchini is tender and cheese begins to brown....

Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes1 pound sliced bacon, diced1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons milk1 cup diced American cheese1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 green onions, finely slices Preparation Bake potatoes at 400° for 1 hour or until tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the drippings, saute red and yellow onions until tender; set aside....

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons chopped onion1/4 cup mayonnaise2 pita pocket halves Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tuna, cheese, celery, onion and mayonnaise. Spoon into pita halves. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.