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Ingredients 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1 tablespoon canola oil1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon pepper2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-in.-thick strips Preparation In a large bowl, mix first eight ingredients; toss with beef. Refrigerate, covered, 2-3 hours. Thread beef strips, weaving back and forth, onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers; discard marinade. Grill beef, uncovered, over medium heat until desired doneness, 6-9 minutes, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 pound ground beef1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, cook beef in a Dutch oven over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the salsa, soup and 1/2 cup cheese; heat through. Drain pasta; stir into meat mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup popcorn kernels3 tablespoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon cumin seedsRefrigerated butter-flavored spray1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika Preparation In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the popcorn kernels, oil and cumin seeds until oil begins to sizzle. Cover and shake for 2-3 minutes or until popcorn stops popping. Transfer to a large bowl; spritz with butter-flavored spray. Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 cups each Corn Chex, Wheat Chex and Rice Chex1 cup unsalted peanuts1 cup miniature pretzels1 cup cheese-flavored snack crackers1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1-1/4 teaspoons seasoned salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cereal, peanuts, pretzels and crackers. In a small bowl, combine the butter, Worcestershire sauce, pepper sauce and seasoned salt; pour over cereal mixture. Microwave in batches on high for 2 minutes, stirring three times....

Ingredients 2 medium limes, divided 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted1-1/2 cups frozen pineapple chunks1-1/2 cups frozen mango chunks1 medium banana, sliced and frozen1-1/2 cups vanilla ice cream1 cup light coconut milk1/2 cup fat-free milk1 cup frozen unsweetened strawberriesOptional: Fresh pineapple, kiwifruit, strawberries, mango, starfruit and edible blossoms Preparation Cut 1 lime into wedges. Moisten rims of 6 margarita or cocktail glasses with a lime wedge. Sprinkle coconut on a plate; dip rims in coconut....

Ingredients 1 can (12 ounces) salted peanuts1 can (7 ounces) potato sticks3 cups butterscotch chips3 tablespoons peanut butter Preparation Combine peanuts and potato sticks in a bowl; set aside. In a microwave, heat butterscotch chips and peanut butter at 70% power for 1-2 minutes or until melted, stirring every 30 seconds. Add to peanut mixture; stir to coat evenly. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until set, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 c. olive oil 1 clove garlic 1/2 tsp. dried sage 1/2 tsp. dried rosemary 2 tbsp. Wine vinegar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 8 trout fillets (about 2 pounds in all) Preparation Step 1Light the grill or heat the broiler. In a small stainless-steel saucepan, combine the oil, garlic, sage, and rosemary. Cook over moderately low heat until the garlic just starts to brown, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons shortening2 tablespoons cold butter5 to 7 tablespoons orange juiceFILLING:6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans8 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples (about 1/8 inch thick)1 cup sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegGLAZE:1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 teaspoons orange juice Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening and butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1 beef skirt steak or flank steak (1 pound)1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil, divided 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 large eggs1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Rub steak with seasoning. Grill steak, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 3-4 in....

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream8 ounces cream cheese, softened1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained8 ounces fresh mushrooms, chopped1 cup Buffalo wing sauceOptional: Sliced green onions and tortilla chips Preparation Combine sour cream, cream cheese and ranch dressing mix in a bowl until smooth. Stir in the next 4 ingredients. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on high for 1-1/2 hours....

Ingredients 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic 1 (14.5-oz.) can crushed tomatoes 1 (15-oz.) can tomato sauce 1 (15-oz.) can kidney beans, drained 2 tbsp. chili powder 1 tbsp. ground cumin 1 tbsp. coarse salt Freshly ground black pepper Ground cayenne pepper 2 c. store-bought cheese sauce 1 (10-oz.) can diced tomatoes with chilies 1 (2-lb.) bag frozen potato tots 1 1/2 c....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells1 large egg, lightly beaten2 cartons (15 ounces each) ricotta cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1 jar (32 ounces) spaghetti sauceThin breadsticks, optional Preparation Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the egg, ricotta cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, salt, oregano and pepper....

Ingredients 3/4 cup finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), chopped1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter for 3-4 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons rice vinegar1 teaspoon ground ginger2 garlic cloves, minced1 small onion, sliced1 large sweet red pepper, julienned3 tablespoons canola oil, divided1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin chops, cut into thin strips1-1/2 cups shredded carrotsHot cooked rice, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic and reserved pineapple juice until blended; set aside....

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1 bottle (18 ounces) sweet and spicy barbecue sauce, divided2 tablespoons honey mustard1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained8 hamburger buns, split and toastedOptional: Bibb lettuce leaves and thinly sliced red onion Preparation Place chicken breasts in a 4-quart slow cooker. Combine 1/4 cup barbecue sauce and mustard; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until chicken is tender....

Ingredients 4 large eggs6 large egg whites2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable sun-dried tomato and basil cream cheese1/4 cup finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with parchment paper; grease the paper and set aside. Place the eggs, egg whites, Parmesan cheese, cream, salt and pepper in a blender; cover and process until frothy....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups frozen cheese tortellini6 cherry tomatoes, halved1/4 cup sliced green onions1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped1/4 cup creamy Italian salad dressing Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a bowl. Add the tomatoes, onions, artichokes and salad dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon butter2 cups finely chopped cooked turkey1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted3 packages (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rollsDill weed Preparation In a nonstick skillet, saute celery and onion in butter for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add turkey and soup; mix well. Remove from the heat. Separate crescent dough into 24 triangles. Place 1 tablespoon turkey mixture on the wide end of each triangle; roll up from wide end....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 pound turkey breast tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes1 large sweet onion, cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. For marinade, mix brown sugar, oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, mustard and reserved juice....

Ingredients 3 packages (3.3 ounces each) butter-flavored microwave popcorn1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup light corn syrup2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Pop popcorn according to manufacturer’s directions. Transfer to two very large bowls; discard any unpopped kernels. In a large heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Carefully stir in milk and butter; return to a boil....