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Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaisePepper to taste8 slices bread2 to 3 tablespoons butter, softened Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tuna, cheese, onion and celery. In a small bowl, combine sour cream and mayonnaise. Pour over tuna mixture and toss to coat. Spread about 1/2 cup over four slices of bread; top with remaining bread....

Ingredients 2/3 cup canola oil1/3 cup cider vinegar2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice1 to 2 teaspoons dried thyme1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepperTorn salad greens, sliced cucumbers and chopped sweet red and yellow peppers or vegetables of your choice Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, thyme, salt and pepper; shake well. Serve with salad. Store in the refrigerator; shake before serving....

Ingredients 4 oz. cold heavy cream 2 tsp. granulated sugar Ice 4 oz. Kahlua, divided 4 oz. dark rum, divided Cocoa powder, for garnish 1 Ladyfinger cookie, halved crosswise, for garnish Preparation Step 1Add cream and sugar to a pint-sized glass jar, seal, and shake vigorously until cream thickens enough to hold a soft peak, about 3 minutes. (Alternatively, use a whisk or hand mixer and a large bowl to beat cream until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2/3 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium)1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, undrained1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 tablespoon yellow mustard Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium zucchini, sliced1 medium yellow summer squash, sliced1 small onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients Preparation Reject the diet mentality: Stop adhering to anything you’ve read or heard that discourages you from eating a certain way.Honor your hunger: Hunger is normal and healthy. It’s not something to achieve or be ashamed of.Make peace with food: Reject the notion that any food is “good” or “bad” or something you “shouldn’t” or “can’t” eat. Love all the foods you love!Challenge the food police: When you find yourself categorizing foods as any of the above, don’t let those thoughts overwhelm you or sway your food decision-making....

Ingredients 1/3 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup white baking chips Preparation In a large bowl, beat butter and sugars until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to butter mixture and mix well. Stir in cranberries and chips....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice1 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsalted sunflower kernels, divided 1 cup warm fat-free milk (110° to 115°)1/3 cup honey or molasses1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons ground flaxseed2 teaspoons salt3 cups whole wheat flour2-3/4 to 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 large egg white, lightly beaten1 tablespoon toasted wheat germ, optional...

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 cups plain yogurt1/4 cup waterOptional: Semisweet chocolate chips, dried cranberries, sliced ripe bananas and coarsely chopped pecans Preparation In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, yogurt and water. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a hot griddle coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon garlic powder4 pita breads (6 inches), split Preparation In a small bowl, combine the Italian seasoning, paprika and garlic powder. Cut each pita half into six pieces; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Spray both sides of wedges with cooking spray; sprinkle wedges with seasoning mixture. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown, turning halfway through baking time. Cool on wire racks....

Ingredients 2 small zucchini1 large egg white1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons cornmeal1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika and pepperCooking sprayMarinara or spaghetti sauce, warmed Preparation Cut zucchini into 3x1/2x1/2-in. pieces. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg white. In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal and seasonings. Dip zucchini in egg white, then roll in flour mixture. Place zucchini on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; spray with additional cooking spray....

Ingredients 1/2 cup each cubed cantaloupe, honeydew and seedless watermelon1/4 cup chopped red onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon lime juice1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon saltTortilla chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the melon, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, pepper and salt. Serve with chips. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables2/3 cup ranch salad dressing1/3 cup Italian salad dressing1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon garlic salt2 small tomatoes, diced Preparation In a large kettle, cook pasta according to package directions. Place frozen vegetables in strainer. Pour cooked pasta and water over vegetables to thaw; rinse and drain well. In a small bowl or jar with tight-fitting lid, combine salad dressings, dill and garlic salt until smooth....

Ingredients 3 medium tart apples2 teaspoons lemon juice, divided1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup ketchup2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1/4 cup water Preparation Cut apples in half lengthwise; remove cores. Brush with 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Place in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine the brown sugar, ketchup, butter, horseradish and remaining lemon juice. Top each apple half with 2 tablespoons ketchup mixture. Pour water around apples. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 30 minutes or until apples are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oreganoHot cooked spaghetti Preparation Crumble beef into a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Add the onion, green pepper and garlic. Cover and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, stirring frequently; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 large egg1/2 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon water1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk egg, orange juice, butter and water. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cranberries. Transfer to an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray and sprinkled with flour....

Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced1 small onion, thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon olive oil1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce2 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend Preparation In a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the green pepper, onion and garlic in oil for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook 3 minutes longer. Stir in teriyaki sauce; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces1/3 cup finely chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes1 can (6-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained3/4 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water....

Ingredients 2 large portobello mushrooms, coarsely chopped1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup white wine or vegetable broth1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cups chopped fresh kale1 bay leaf1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained Preparation In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and garlic in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds russet potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cubed1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cubed1 cup milk, warmed1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation Place russet potatoes and sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. In a large bowl, mash the potatoes with the milk, butter, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg until potatoes reach desired consistency....