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Ingredients 2-1/4 cups uncooked spiral pasta2 tablespoons lemon juice3 plum tomatoes, sliced1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup sliced radishes1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumberDRESSING:1/3 cup spicy hot V8 juice1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons chopped green onion1 tablespoon canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the lemon juice to the water. Drain and cool....

Ingredients 1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned2 teaspoons canola oil2 cups Tex-Mex Chicken Starter1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens1 medium tomato, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1-1/2 cups salsa1/3 cup prepared vinaigrette salad dressing Preparation In a large skillet, saute red pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add chicken starter; heat through. In a salad bowl, combine the greens, tomato, onion and cheese. Top with chicken mixture. In a small bowl, combine salsa and vinaigrette until blended....

Ingredients 1 large onion, halved1 piece fresh gingerroot (3 to 4 inches), halved lengthwise1 tablespoon canola oil1 rotisserie chicken1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)5 whole cloves3 whole star anise1 teaspoon coriander seeds1 teaspoon fennel seed3 quarts reduced-sodium chicken broth1 package (8.8 ounces) rice noodles2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons fish sauce1 tablespoon lime juiceOptional: Bean sprouts, fresh basil leaves, fresh cilantro leaves, thinly sliced green onions, chili garlic sauce, fish sauce and lime wedges...

Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup honey1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon ground allspice2/3 cup frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed2/3 cup frozen sweetened raspberries, thawedThinly sliced cooked turkey Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 10 minutes or until cranberries pop, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; add strawberries and raspberries....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing, divided4 slices tomato, 1/4 inch thick4 teaspoons seasoned bread crumbs1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Place chicken in a shallow bowl; pour 1/4 cup dressing over chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Transfer chicken to a shallow baking dish; discard marinade. Drizzle with remaining dressing. Cover and bake at 400° for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini8 bacon strips, chopped1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Pour off drippings. In same pan, combine cream, cheese, parsley and bacon; heat through over medium heat....

Ingredients 2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated tricolor cheese tortellini4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and halved2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese1/3 cup minced fresh parsley3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, chicken, olives, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, parsley, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 cup cold water1 package (3.4 ounces) instant white chocolate pudding mix2 cups whipped topping2 packages (6 count each) individual graham cracker tart shells Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the milk, water and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let set for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Spoon about 1/3 cup into each tart shell....

Ingredients 2 c. wild rice (3/4 pound) salt 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 1/2 c. vacuum-packed chestnuts (9 ounces) 3 large scallions 1 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 3/4 c. dried cranberries Freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, cover the wild rice with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat and let stand for 1 hour....

Ingredients 1/4 cup slivered almonds2 tablespoons sugar1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn1 cup fresh strawberries, slicedDRESSING:2 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar1 green onion, finely chopped1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons gluten-free Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon poppy seeds1/4 teaspoon saltDash paprika Preparation In a large skillet, cook and stir almonds and sugar over low heat until sugar is dissolved and almonds are coated. Spread on foil to cool; break apart. In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries and almonds....

Ingredients 4 cups cooked egg noodles1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1 cup mayonnaise1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided Preparation In a large bowl, combine the noodles, cheese, mayonnaise and tuna. Sprinkle 1/2 cup bread crumbs into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Spread noodle mixture over crumbs. Sprinkle with the remaining crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 2 salmon steaks (about 1 inch thick)2 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon1 tablespoon minced fresh parsleySalt and pepper to taste Preparation Place salmon steaks in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with butter and lemon juice. Sprinkle with the tarragon, parsley, salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Ingredients 1/2 c. warm water 1/4 c. granulated sugar 4 tsp. Fleischmann’s® Active Dry Yeast 1 c. low-fat milk c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 large eggs 2 tsp. salt 5 c. King Arthur Unbleached Bread Flour (up to 5 1/2 cups) 1 jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 3/4 tsp. granulated garlic or garlic powder 1 1/2 c. shredded Italian blend cheese c. chopped fresh basil Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, add warm water, sugar, and yeast....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 cup sour cream1-1/2 teaspoons rum extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, sour cream and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained4 plum tomatoes, chopped1 small zucchini, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup white wine3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided 4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each) 1 medium lemon, cut into 8 thin slices Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, combine beans, tomatoes, zucchini, onion, garlic, wine, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Rinse fish and pat dry....

Ingredients 1 lb. blue potatoes 4 lb. Yukon gold potatoes 2 c. mayonnaise Juice of 2 lemons 1/2 c. sweet pickle relish 1 jar pickled cocktail onions 2 tsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. fresh dill 3/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 2 large celery ribs 1/2 c. minced red onion 1/2 c. minced chives smoked paprika Lemon wedges Preparation Step 1Put the blue potatoes in a medium saucepan and the Yukon Gold potatoes in a large saucepan and cover both with water....

Ingredients 4 cups vegetable stock1 can (14 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 small head cabbage (about 1-1/2 pounds), shredded4 celery ribs, chopped2 large carrots, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon saltFresh basil, optional Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, whisk together stock, diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir in vegetables, garlic, Italian seasoning and salt. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 6-8 hours....

Ingredients 1 1/2 oz. rice vermicelli noodles 1/4 small Napa cabbage 1/2 c. loosely packed fresh mint leaves 2 tsp. brown sugar 2 tbsp. lime juice 1 lb. medium king prawns 12- by 8-inch rice paper rounds 1/2 c. hoisin sauce 2 tbsp. rice vinegar Preparation Step 1Combine chopped vermicelli in medium bowl with cabbage, mint, sugar and juice.Step 2Shell and devein prawns; chop meat finely.Step 3Meanwhile, make hoisin dipping sauce....

Ingredients 2 firm medium pears1/4 cup brandy or Cognac, optional 3 tablespoons olive oil1 large fennel bulb, halved, cored and thinly sliced4 cups shredded or thinly sliced cabbage1/4 cup water3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons honey or agave nectar1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup crumbled or sliced Gorgonzola cheese 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Peel and core pears; cut into 1/2-in. slices. If desired, toss with brandy. Set pears aside....

Ingredients 8 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped6 tablespoons butter, cubed2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed4 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....