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Ingredients 1 package (8.8 ounces) thin rice noodles or uncooked angel hair pasta1 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoons red curry paste1 cup light coconut milk1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce or fish sauce1 package (14 ounces) firm tofu, drained and cubed1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole baby corn, drained and cut in half1 can (5 ounces) bamboo shoots, drained1-1/2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin stripsTorn fresh basil leaves and lime wedges...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups torn romaine1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms3/4 cup grape tomatoes1/2 cup sliced cucumber1/3 cup sliced ripe olives1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add salad dressing; toss to coat.

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups butter, softened12 ounces cream cheese, softened4-1/2 cups sugar12 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4-1/2 cups cake flourFROSTING:1-1/2 cups butter, softened8 cups confectioners’ sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract8 to 10 tablespoons 2% milk1 cup seedless raspberry jam1 package (24 ounces) ready-to-use rolled green fondant1 package (24 ounces) ready-to-use rolled blue fondantRed gel food coloring Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Line two 13x9-in. baking pans with parchment; grease paper....

Ingredients 2 quarts fresh strawberries6 cups sugar1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid fruit pectin1/3 cup chocolate syrup1/3 cup raspberry liqueur, optionalVanilla ice cream Preparation Wash and mash strawberries, measuring out enough mashed berries to make 4 cups. In a Dutch oven, combine strawberries and sugar. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin. Boil 1 minute longer, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Stir in syrup and liqueur if desired....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. ground lamb 1/2 c. minced yellow onion 1/2 c. finely chopped fresh cilantro 1 1/2 tbsp. ground coriander 1/2 lb. feta cheese 1/4 c. ground almonds 2 tbsp. ground walnuts 4 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground black pepper 1 tsp. ground ginger 1 full breast of lamb 1/4 c. Extra virgin olive oil 1/4 c. all-purpose flour salt and pepper Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 medium sweet red, orange or yellow pepper, julienned1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs3 tablespoons snipped fresh basil or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil Preparation In a skillet, saute vegetables in oil for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add crumbs and basil; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt65 Andes mint candies Preparation Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and eggs, one at a time. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until dough is firm enough to shape, about 2 hours....

Ingredients 14-1/2 cups water, divided10 tea bags1-1/2 cups sugar2/3 cup lemon juice1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrateIce cubes Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water just to a boil. Remove from the heat. Add tea bags; let stand for 10 minutes. Discard tea bags. Pour tea into a large container. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice, orange juice concentrate and remaining water. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice....

Ingredients White from 1 large egg 1/4 c. minced scallions 2 tbsp. soy sauce 2 1/2 tsp. grated peeled fresh ginger 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 clove garlic 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 lb. ground pork or chicken 1/2 c. thick teriyaki sauce and marinade Toasted sesame seeds Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, whisk egg white, scallions, soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, garlic, and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds boneless beef shoulder top blade or flat iron steaks1/2 pound whole fresh mushrooms, quartered1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 envelope onion soup mix2 tablespoons minced fresh basilHot cooked rice Preparation Place steaks in a 4-qt. slow cooker. Add mushrooms and pepper. In a small bowl, mix tomatoes, tomato sauce, soup mix and basil; pour over top....

Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey1 cup chopped onion1 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon olive oil1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 cups frozen corn1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 cup frozen lima beans1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon saltShredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the turkey, onion and celery in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked turkey1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup halved seedless red grapes1 cup diced celery1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup cooked macaroni3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped3/4 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup slivered almondsToasted almonds, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine turkey, onion and salt; mix well. Add grapes, celery, oranges and macaroni; toss lightly to mix. Cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, combine fold whipped cream into mayonnaise; fold into salad along with almonds....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 pound turkey breast tenderloins, cut into thin strips1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium onion, halved and sliced4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup prepared pesto4 hoagie buns, split partway4 slices provolone cheese, halved Preparation Preheat broiler. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey; cook until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Remove from pan. In same pan, heat remaining oil....

Ingredients 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1-1/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon chili powder6 cups uncooked spiral pasta1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Crumble sausage into a large nonstick skillet. Add the onion, green pepper and mushrooms. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 2 cups 1% cottage cheese3 tablespoons fat-free milk3/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a blender, blend cottage cheese and milk until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients and mix well. Chill overnight. Serve with raw vegetables.

Ingredients 2/3 cup warm milk (70° to 80°)1/3 cup water (70° to 80°)5 tablespoons butter, softened1/3 cup packed brown sugar5 tablespoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon salt3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast2/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped dates1 cup boiling water3 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 egg1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, combine the dates and water; let stand for 15 minutes (do not drain). In a bowl, cream butter and brown sugar; add egg and mix well. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with dates and liquid....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter2 cups chopped crisp apples, unpeeled (about 2 medium apples)1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot1 cup shelled roasted pistachios2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 package (5 ounces) fresh baby spinach1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese2 tablespoons honeyCoarsely ground pepper Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add apples and ginger; cook and stir until apples soften and begin to caramelize, 3-5 minutes. Stir in pistachios and Dijon mustard. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons chopped green onion1 tablespoon real bacon bits Preparation Place sweet potato in a small baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small serving bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, dill, salt, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients FILLING:1 pound ground beef1 can (11 ounces) Mexican-style corn, drained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup barbecue sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon chili powderCRUST:1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornmeal1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, softened1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a skillet, brown ground beef; crumble beef; drain. Stir in next 6 ingredients; set aside....