Ingredients 3 cups water3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2/3 cup dried lentils, rinsed2 large garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon ground cumin2 teaspoons dried oregano1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1/2 cup mild salsa1/2 teaspoon salt5 cups fresh spinach, lightly packed Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring first six ingredients to a boil. Cook, covered, over medium heat until lentils are tender, 20-25 minutes....

Ingredients 2-1/4 teaspoons brown gravy mix1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch3 cups water, divided1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce3/4 pound pork tenderloin, sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/8 teaspoon pepper3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 cup baby carrots1 cup fresh snow peas1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles Preparation In a small bowl, combine the gravy mix, cornstarch, 1 cup water and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the pork, garlic, ginger and pepper in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil for 5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients Kernels from 3 ears fresh corn, or 2 cups frozen corn, defrosted 1 tbsp. olive oil salt Black pepper 1 tbsp. finely chopped red onion 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, finely chopped Juice and finely grated zest from 1 lime 1 jalapeño 1 avocado Preparation Step 1Roast the corn: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Put the corn kernels on the baking sheet and toss with the oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste....

Ingredients 2/3 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter, cubed6-1/2 teaspoons cold water1/8 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:1-1/2 cups sliced or chopped peeled tart apples3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flourTOPPING:1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 large egg1 tablespoon water2 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping, warmed Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water and vanilla, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball....

Ingredients 1 salmon fillet (1 pound)1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed, divided1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend Preparation Place salmon in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon dill. Cover and bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the yogurt, sugar, seasoning blend and remaining dill. Cook and stir over low heat until warmed....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 pound ground beef1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree1/2 cup diced pepperoni4-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon onion powder2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, mushrooms and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups diced celery1 large onion, thinly sliced1/4 cup butter, cubed3-1/2 cups sliced peeled uncooked potatoes1 cup chicken broth3 cups whole milk, room temperature, divided1 cup half-and-half cream2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 can (7-1/2 ounces) red sockeye salmon, drained, bones and skin removedSalt and pepper to tasteMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add potatoes and broth; cover and cook on low heat until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup white vinegar1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon reduced-sodium chicken base1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, mix the first 6 ingredients; add chicken. Lock lid and close the pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 5 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 8 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 3/4 cup butter, divided2 cups sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup canned pumpkin1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 package (10 ounces) cinnamon baking chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1 cup chopped pecans, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. Cube the remaining butter and place in a large saucepan; add the sugars, milk, pumpkin, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and nutmeg....

Ingredients 1/4 cup diced onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups fat-free half-and-half4 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon pepper1 package (16 ounces) frozen leaf spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually whisk in half-and-half until blended....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons spreadable cream cheese3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons whipped topping1 large unpeeled red apple, cut into 3/4-inch pieces1/4 cup raisins1/4 cup chopped pecans2 tablespoons sliced celery Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, confectioners’ sugar and whipped topping until blended. Stir in the apple, raisins, pecans and celery. Transfer to a serving bowl. Chill for 1 hour.

Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen rhubarb, cut into 1-inch pieces1 jar (12 ounces) currant jelly2 cups sliced fresh or frozen strawberries1/4 cup sugar Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring rhubarb and jelly to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until rhubarb is tender. Remove from the heat. Mash with a potato masher. Stir in the strawberries and sugar; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons minced chives3/4 teaspoon salt, divided2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup butter, cubed1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup dry red wine or beef broth2 cups cubed cooked roast beef1 cup beef gravy Preparation Place potatoes in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with chives and 1/4 teaspoon salt....

Ingredients 2 slices cinnamon bread2 tablespoons Nutella1/2 graham cracker, crushed1 tablespoon miniature marshmallows Preparation Place one slice of bread in a greased sandwich iron. Spread with Nutella; sprinkle with cracker crumbs and marshmallows. Top with remaining bread slice. Close iron. Cook over a hot campfire for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally.

Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten2/3 cup milk1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup crushed saltines1/4 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds ground beef1/4 cup ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat meat mixture into an ungreased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup ground nuts, optionalFILLING:2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon 2% milk3 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies1 drop red food coloring, optionalTOPPING:1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour. Stir in nuts if desired. Knead dough until smooth....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1 medium onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings1 small sweet red pepper, cut into 1/8-inch strips1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Place crust on a 14-in. pizza pan; set aside....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:3/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup honey1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups pine nuts3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractCoarse salt, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Pat onto the bottom of a greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar2-1/2 cups boiling water1 bottle (48 ounces) grapefruit juice1 can (46 ounces) orange juice1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice1 cup lemon juice2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve sugar in water. Add juices. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled. Just before serving, stir in soda.

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar, optional1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1 cup fat-free milk1 tablespoon canola oil5 medium apples, peeled and thinly slicedConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine flour, sugar if desired and salt. In another bowl, lightly beat egg; add milk and oil. Add to dry ingredients and stir until smooth. Fold in apples. Pour batter by 1/2 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle and spread to form a 5-in....