Ingredients 2 packages (3 ounces each) smoked salmon or lox6 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon dill weed1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish24 endive leavesWatercress and diced pimientos, optional Preparation Place the first 6 ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Pipe or spoon about 1 tablespoon filling onto each endive leaf. Garnish with watercress and pimientos if desired.

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, trimmed1/4 cup sliced ripe olives1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes and beans....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced1 cup chopped onion1/4 cup canola oil1 cup uncooked long grain white rice1 can (28 ounces) stewed tomatoes1/2 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules3/4 teaspoon salt-free herb and spice seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon salt2 medium green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon ground ginger2 fresh peaches, peeled and diced1/2 green serrano chile pepper, seeded and minced1/2 red serrano chile pepper, seeded and minced1/2 small yellow chile pepper, seeded and minced2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantroTortilla chips Preparation In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, honey, garlic and ginger; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the peaches, peppers and cilantro. Serve with chips....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast2-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup shortening1/4 cup powdered nondairy creamer2-1/4 teaspoons salt6 to 7 cups bread flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, shortening, creamer, salt and 5 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4-1/2 pounds)1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 large onion, chopped1 cup picante sauce3/4 cup thawed apple juice concentrate1/2 cup ketchup1/3 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon soy sauce2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce Preparation Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place ribs, meat side up, on a broiler pan. Broil 4-in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes or until browned....

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (3/4 pound)1/2 teaspoon dried thyme3 teaspoons butter, divided1/4 cup finely chopped red onion1 large apple, peeled and thinly sliced2 tablespoons apple juice or apple brandy, divided1/4 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup half-and-half cream1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Preparation Rub pork with thyme. In a large skillet, brown pork in 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; remove and set aside....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup olive oil, divided1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms3 teaspoons lemon juice3 large plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 package (5 ounces) fresh baby arugula or fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, cut in half1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted...

Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces2 medium red potatoes, peeled and sliced1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place beans and potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes; drain well. In a large skillet, saute beans, potatoes and onion in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 pound bacon, diced1 large onion, chopped3 cans (28 ounces each) pork and beans, undrained1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup prepared mustard1 cup barbecue sauce Preparation In a large saucepan, cook bacon and onion until bacon is crisp and onion is tender. Drain drippings. Add all remaining ingredients; simmer 10 minutes.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 to 3 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix2 teaspoons garlic powder1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, halved lengthwise Preparation In a small bowl, combine butter, dressing mix and garlic powder; beat until combined. Spread over cut sides of bread. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 4-6-in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 can (16 ounces) refried beans and green chilies1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained12 flour tortillas (7 inches)1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseSalsa and sour cream Preparation In a bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes and olives; mix well. Spread about 1/3 cupful over each tortilla; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of cheese. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up....

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon taco seasoning1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper12 corn tortillas (6 inches) or taco shells, warmedOptional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes Preparation Place chicken in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring just to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°....

Ingredients 4 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise4-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Place potatoes in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Bake at 400° for 30-45 minutes or until tender. Cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, combine the walnuts, cherries, parsley and potatoes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds tomatoes (about 4 medium), halved1 small onion, quartered1 garlic clove, peeled and halved1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 fresh basil leavesSalad croutons and additional fresh basil leaves, optional Preparation Place the tomatoes, onion and garlic in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring once....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. fine cornmeal or polenta 1 tsp. salt 2 tbsp. Chopped chives 4 tbsp. cold unsalted butter 4 tbsp. cold vegetable shortening 1/4 c. ice water 2 tbsp. ice water 4 lb. fava beans in the shell 3/4 lb. thin asparagus 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 10 clove garlic 2 bunch scallions salt Freshly ground pepper 1 c. shredded Gruyère Preparation Step 1In a food processor, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, and chives, and process to blend....

Ingredients 2 medium red onions, divided1/2 cup soft bread crumbs3/4 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend1/2 teaspoon pepperDash ground nutmeg1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 teaspoon cornstarch1 teaspoon reduced-sodium beef bouillon granules1/2 cup cold water2 teaspoons butter1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms Preparation Thinly slice 1-1/2 onions; finely chop remaining onion half. In a large bowl, toss bread crumbs with chopped onion and seasonings. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in....

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed2 large eggs, separated1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper8 ounces sliced pepperoni2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1/4 to 1/2 cup pickled pepper rings1 medium green pepper, diced1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta6 cups cubed cooked chicken4 cups shredded Italian cheese blend3 cups fresh baby spinach1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce1-1/2 cups 2% milk1 jar (8.1 ounces) prepared pesto1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, cheese blend, spinach, tomatoes, Alfredo sauce, milk and pesto....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2/3 cup canned pumpkin1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup chopped walnutsORANGE FROSTING:3 tablespoons shortening2-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon grated orange zestCandy pumpkins or orange and green frosting, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy....