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Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarchPinch salt2 cups cold water2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten3 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon butterMERINGUE:3 large egg whites, room temperature1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar6 tablespoons sugarPastry for single-crust pie (9 inches), baked Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (16 ounces) baked beans1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons molasses1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1/2 c. warm water 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 1/4 oz. active dry yeast 1 tsp. canola oil 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix 24 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 eggs 1 tbsp. kosher salt 6 c. bread flour 2 c. light brown sugar 4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 package cream cheese 2 c. powdered sugar 2 tbsp. milk 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 c. Pecan halves Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, combine water, granulated sugar, and yeast; set aside until very foamy, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 cup vegetable oil1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 medium carrots, halved lengthwise3 large potatoes, quartered lengthwise3 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise Preparation In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper and cayenne. Brush over vegetables. Grill carrots and potatoes, covered, over medium heat for 10 minutes. Baste. Add zucchini. Cover and grill 10-15 minutes longer, basting and turning every 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 5 large eggs1/4 cup sour cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided2 green onions, chopped1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup each chopped sweet red, yellow and green pepper1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butterHot pepper sauce, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, sour cream, salt and pepper. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese and green onions; set aside. In a 9-in. ovenproof skillet, saute the mushrooms, sweet peppers and onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chopped dates1-1/2 cups hot water2 tablespoons butter, softened2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons salt2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the dates, water and butter; let stand for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, walnuts, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, vanilla and date mixture....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast3 cups cooked wild rice1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions2/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/3 cup fat-free milk2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup halved seedless red grapes1/4 cup salted cashew halves Preparation In a large bowl, combine the chicken, rice, water chestnuts and green onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, salt, tarragon and pepper....

Ingredients 2 pounds zucchini1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese1/2 cup egg substitute1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon pepper1 jar (28 ounces) meatless pasta sauce1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices. Place in a basket over 1 in. boiling water. Cover and steam until just tender, 5-6 minutes....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 stick unsalted butter 1 c. granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together into a bowl. Beat the butter and sugar with a mixer on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla then reduce the speed to low. With the machine running, gradually add the flour mixture and mix until combined....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup Dijon mustard1/4 cup honey2 garlic cloves, mincedHot cooked rice Preparation Sprinkle chicken with the thyme, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil. Meanwhile, drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Cut pineapple rings in half and set aside. Combine cornstarch and 2 tablespoons juice until smooth; set aside....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil2 poblano peppers, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 cup chopped pitted green olives3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt4 halibut fillets (4 ounces each)1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro4 lemon wedgesCrusty whole grain bread, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add poblano peppers and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1 teaspoon butter1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperFILLING:1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 teaspoon butter, melted1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup milk1/4 cup sour cream1 large egg, lightly beaten1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 small tomato, thinly slicedMinced fresh parsley...

Ingredients 4 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed1 cup chopped fresh broccoli1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped red onion1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed6 large eggs3 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation In an 8-in. ovenproof skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in the skillet. Remove bacon to paper towel. Add hash browns, broccoli, green pepper, onion and rosemary to the skillet; cover and cook over low heat until hash browns are golden brown and vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti1 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons canola oil1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 bay leaf1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onion, celery and garlic powder in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon salt4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)1/3 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, mustard, ginger and salt until blended. Brush over fillets; sprinkle with walnuts. Transfer to a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 12-15 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork....

Ingredients 4 cups seeded chopped watermelon2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1 egg1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 cup yellow cornmeal1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, beat the egg, mayonnaise, buttermilk and oil until smooth. Combine the cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt; add to egg mixture and beat just until combined. Grease an ovenproof 6-in. skillet or round baking dish; dust with cornmeal. Add batter. Bake at 425° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients vegetable shortening 1 box malted milk ball candies 2 stick unsalted butter 3 c. milk chocolate chips 4 large eggs 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 c. light brown sugar 3/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 c. bleached all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 2 tbsp. natural unsweetened cocoa powder 4 tbsp. unsalted butter c. plain malted milk powder 2 c. 10x confectioners’ sugar 1 1/2 tsp....

Ingredients 3/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons yellow mustard1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup sugar1/2 small onion3/4 teaspoon poppy seedsSALAD:2 bunches leaf lettuce, chopped (about 20 cups)1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup dried cranberries Preparation For dressing, place first 7 ingredients in a blender. Cover; process until smooth. Stir in poppy seeds. Place salad ingredients in a large bowl; toss with dressing....

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix1 large egg, beaten1 cup shredded zucchini1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon Old Bay SeasoningOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, stir together first seven ingredients. In a deep-fat fryer or skillet, heat 2 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded tablespoons into skillet. Fry for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown....