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Ingredients 2 tablespoons apple butter2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 to 3 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary2 boneless butterflied pork chops (6 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 large tart apple, chopped1/3 cup chopped sweet onion2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup apple cider or juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the apple butter, vinegar, mustard and rosemary. Flatten pork chops to 1/2-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 20 uncooked large shrimp (about 1 pound)1large egg, beaten1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1 tablespoon mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon dried oreganoDash cayenne pepper1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon paprika Preparation Peel and devein shrimp, leaving the tails on. Butterfly each shrimp along the outside curve. Open shrimp flat and place butterflied-side down in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1/4 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 eggsVANILLA FILLING:1-1/4 cups cold fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup fat-free whipped toppingCHOCOLATE TOPPING:1-1/2 cups cold fat-free milk1 package (1.4 ounces) sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix Preparation In a large saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour all at once, stirring until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1 tablespoon olive oil1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, undrained1-1/3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 package (6 ounces) corn bread stuffing mix2 tablespoons butter Preparation Combine brown sugar and garlic powder; rub over both sides of pork chops. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil over medium heat. Remove from the pan. In the same skillet, combine the Mexicorn, broth, stuffing mix and butter; top with pork chops....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup honey4 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1 beef flank steak (3/4 pound), cut into thin strips2 teaspoons canola oil2 cups broccoli florets1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup coarsely chopped green pepper1/2 cup coarsely chopped sweet red pepper1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 teaspoon cornstarchHot cooked brown rice, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup into a resealable plastic bag; add beef....

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, cut into strips1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/8 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted Preparation In a large skillet, saute zucchini and onion in butter for 7-8 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Stir in the teriyaki sauce and pepper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta4 cups chopped red cabbage1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped4 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon honey1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cabbage, peppers and onions. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, peanut butter, soy sauce, honey and oil....

Ingredients 6 large eggs, separated1-1/2 cups sugar2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups water1 teaspoon almond extractTOPPING:1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup light corn syrup7 tablespoons evaporated milk2 teaspoons vanilla extractICING:1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a large bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 8 tomatillos, husked1 medium tomato, quartered1 small onion, cut into chunks1 jalapeno pepper, seeded3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves3 garlic cloves, peeled1 tablespoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon pepperTortilla chips Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add tomatillos. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain. Place the tomatillos, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, lime juice and seasonings in a food processor....

Ingredients 10 large plum tomatoes (about 3 pounds) 2 tbsp. olive oil 3 clove garlic 8 small thyme sprigs 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper tsp. sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and water.Step 2Using a sharp paring knife, cut out cores from tomatoes; cut a small X on the other end....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1 cup chopped onion1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup egg substitute1 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook turkey and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 9-in. pie plate coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese. In a small bowl, combine the egg substitute, milk and baking mix. Pour over cheese....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon saltAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation Process first 6 ingredients in a food processor until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl; serve with vegetables.

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 cup uncooked long grain rice1 teaspoon olive oil1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Ingredients 1 package (6.2 ounces) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix2 cups uncooked instant rice1/2 cup chopped green onions1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped carrot3 tablespoons butter1 cup frozen peas Preparation Prepare rice mix and instant rice separately according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, celery, mushrooms and carrot in butter for 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in peas and prepared rice; cook for 2-4 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 2 medium tomatoes1/2 small carrot1/2 celery rib, sliced1/2 small onion, peeled1 small garlic clove, peeled1/4 teaspoon dried oregano2 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon white wine or vegetable broth1/3 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese3 to 4 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Leaving a 1/2-in. shell, scoop out and reserve pulp. Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) cherry gelatin3-3/4 cups boiling water, divided1-1/2 cups cold water, divided1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup lemonade1-3/4 cups whipped toppingAdditional whipped topping, optional Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve cherry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water; stir in 1/2 cup cold water. Pour into an 8-in. square dish coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until set....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups uncooked pipetti pasta, such as Barilla Pippetti, or medium pasta shells1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups 2% milk1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese4 slices white American cheese, chopped1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Bread bowls, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Whisk in the milk and pepper....

Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed1/4 pound sliced ham1/4 pound sliced pepperoni1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce, divided1/4 pound sliced mozzarella cheese1/4 pound sliced bologna1/4 pound sliced hard salami1/4 pound slice Swiss cheese1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Let dough rise in a warm place until doubled. Punch down. Combine loaves and roll into one 15x12-in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cooked long grain rice1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons butter, melted2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram, oregano, thyme and rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon celery seed, crushed12 salmon fillets (8 ounces each and 1-1/2 inches thick)3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons dill weed1-1/2 teaspoons salt Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine rice, crab, cream cheese, butter, garlic, basil, marjoram, oregano, thyme, rosemary and celery seed....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber1/3 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper6 cherry tomatoes, seeded and quartered2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons olive oilDash garlic powder1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; cover and refrigerate 15-20 minutes. Add avocado; toss gently. Sprinkle with feta....