Ingredients 1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium vegetable broth1 large white onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced2-1/2 cups sliced baby portobello mushrooms3 cans (15 to 15-1/2 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained3/4 cup prepared pesto, divided1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeseOptional: Additional pesto and cheese Preparation In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 5 ingredients. Stir in 1/2 cup pesto. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 4-6 hours. Before serving, stir in remaining 1/4 cup pesto and the cheese....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate or yellow cake mix (regular size)FILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 large egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup sugar1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions for cupcakes. Fill 24 paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, egg and sugar until smooth. Fold in chips. Drop by tablespoonfuls into batter. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the cupcake comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 large egg3/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrainedFROSTING:3 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a small bowl, beat the egg, sugar and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and nutmeg; add to egg mixture alternately with pineapple. Beat just until combined....

Ingredients 3 cans (12 ounces each) orange soda2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1-1/2 cups sugar1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Fill ice cream freezer cylinder two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer’s directions (refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze). Transfer to a freezer container; allow sherbet to firm up in the refrigerator freezer for 2-4 hours before serving....

Ingredients 4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice2-1/2 cups sugar2 cups white vinegar1-1/2 cups water1 cup packed brown sugar2/3 cup cornstarch1/2 cup ketchup6 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules3/4 teaspoon ground ginger2 broiler/fryer chickens (3 to 3-1/2 pounds each), cut up3 tablespoons canola oil1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1 medium green pepper, julienned Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine first 10 ingredients; stir until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed day-old bread (1/2-inch pieces), crusts removed2 cups milk1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons butterDash salt2 large eggs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractLEMON SAUCE:1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarchDash salt1 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon lemon juice1 drop yellow food coloring, optional Preparation Place bread cubes in a greased 1-qt. baking dish. In a saucepan, heat milk, sugar, butter and salt over low heat just until butter melts. In a bowl, beat eggs; whisk in warm milk mixture....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons honey1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3/4 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 2-inch strips2 teaspoons canola oil1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 pound fresh snow peas2 teaspoons minced garlic1 teaspoon grated orange zest Preparation In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, ginger and pepper flakes. Place 3 tablespoons in a large bowl; add the pork and turn to coat....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons butter, softened2 teaspoons minced chives2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)1 egg1 teaspoon water1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a small bowl, combine the butter, chives, parsley, garlic and pepper. Cut a pocket in each pork chop. Fill with butter mixture; secure with toothpicks. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and water....

Ingredients 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce2 green onions, sliced3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro3 tablespoons Thai chili sauce2 tablespoons sesame oil2 teaspoons minced garlic1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/3 cup creamy peanut butter3 tablespoons hot water2 teaspoons lime juice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Set aside 1/4 cup for dipping sauce. Pour remaining sauce into a bowl or shallow dish; add the pork and turn to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, quartered2 medium onions, chopped5 tablespoons butter, divided2 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups diced cooked peeled potatoes1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 cup half-and-half cream1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Add the chicken, potatoes, pimientos, parsley, cream, bouillon, salt, rosemary and pepper; heat through....

Ingredients 3/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 bunch kale, trimmed and chopped1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/2 pound reduced-fat fully cooked Polish sausage or turkey kielbasa, sliced Preparation In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the broth, potatoes, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 medium cucumber, halved and sliced2 radishes, sliced2 tablespoons chopped red onion1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning Preparation In a serving bowl, combine the cucumber, radishes and onion. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Italian cheese blend1-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream1 cup ranch salad dressing1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry or 2 cups chopped fresh spinach2 slices day-old French bread (1/2 inch thick)1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes1 tablespoon brown sugar1 bay leaf1 whole clove1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper2 packages (9 ounces each) fresh or frozen cheese ravioli1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced chives Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended....

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls, divided1 pound sliced Swiss cheese, divided1-1/4 pounds sliced deli corned beef1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained2/3 cup Thousand Island salad dressing1 large egg white, lightly beaten3 teaspoons caraway seeds Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll 1 tube of crescent dough into 1 long rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats1-1/2 cups diced frozen rhubarb1 cup vanilla or white chips1 cup dried cranberries4 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 c. packed brown sugar 1/4 c. golden corn syrup 1/4 c. butter or margarine 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. baking soda 5 c. popped low-fat microwave popcorn 1 c. honey dry-roasted peanuts or other nuts 1 1/2 c. Kellogg’s * Rice Krispies * Vanilla Flavour cereal, finely crushed to 175 mL Preparation Step 1Combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt in large saucepan or Dutch oven. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2/3 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef1/2 cup water1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon chili powder4 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Cook over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes or until heated through. Serve on buns, using a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 4 strip bacon 1 small onion 1 carrot 1 Rib Celery 1 clove garlic 1 1/4 c. lentils 2 1/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. dried thyme 1 bay leaf 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 3/4 lb. skinless 1 tbsp. Cooking oil Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, cook the bacon until browned....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon Preparation Place asparagus in a shallow baking dish coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with pepper and salt. Toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 13-15 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally. Sprinkle with tarragon.