Ingredients Ice cubes2 ounces pomegranate juice1 ounce vodka1/2 ounce Triple Sec1/2 ounce club soda1/2 teaspoon lemon juicePomegranate seedsLemon zest strips, optional Preparation Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add pomegranate juice, vodka, triple sec, club soda and lemon juice. Cover and shake 10-15 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Add pomegranate seeds and lemon zest.

Ingredients 6 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes1/2 cup water, divided1/2 teaspoon dried basil2 tablespoons cornstarch4-1/2 cups cooked egg noodles Preparation Sprinkle chops with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil in batches. Transfer to a 4-or 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 frozen pound cake (10-3/4 ounces), thawed1 can (21 ounces) cherry or blueberry pie filling1/3 cup water1/2 teaspoon almond extractWhipped topping2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Cut cake into 1-in. cubes. Place in a microwave-safe 1-1/2-qt. dish or 9-in. pie plate. In a small bowl, combine the pie filling, water and extract; spoon over cake. Cover and microwave on high for 2-4 minutes or until heated through. Spoon onto dessert plates; garnish with whipped topping and almonds....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil1 cup fresh or frozen corn2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth1 medium onion, finely chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons ground cuminDash pepperMinced fresh cilantro Preparation Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, add corn. Cook and stir until golden brown, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained1 package (12 ounces) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed1 large sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked pastaShaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Combine the first 6 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Sprinkle ribs with salt, garlic powder and pepper; place in pressure cooker....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces8 ounces cellentani or uncooked spiral pasta2 cups chicken broth2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup 2% milk4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1/2 teaspoon garlic powder3 cups fresh baby spinach1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 package (3 ounces) julienned soft sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 4 ingredients....

Ingredients 2 cups pitted dried plums (prunes), halved1 cup water2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 can (15 ounces) coconut-pecan frosting, divided2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a saucepan, bring plums and water to a boil. Cover; remove from the heat and let stand 10 minutes. Drain; reserving juice. Unroll one tube of rolls and press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Spread with half of the frosting....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 large tart apple, peeled and thinly sliced2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons maple syrup1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonPANCAKES:1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup 2% milk1/3 cup canned pumpkin2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation In a skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add apple; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Stir in brown sugar, maple syrup and cinnamon; cook and stir 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups cubed peeled pie pumpkin2 teaspoons canola oil1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons sunflower kernels2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons chopped red onion1/2 cup plain yogurt1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot Preparation Place pumpkin cubes on a baking sheet. Brush with oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until tender. Cool completely. In a large bowl, combine the sunflower kernels, pecans, cilantro, onion and pumpkin....

Ingredients 2 cups water1 cup quinoa, rinsed1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, torn1/2 cup dried cranberriesDRESSING:3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 tablespoon maple syrup1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 green onion, finely chopped1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta1 cup chopped fresh broccoli florets3/4 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber1/2 cup seeded chopped tomato1 bottle (8 ounces) ranch salad dressing1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli, cucumber and tomato. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) pound cake, cut into 18 slices or 2 packages (3 ounces each) ladyfingers2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1 jar (18 ounces) raspberry jam1-1/2 pints fresh raspberriesWhipped cream and fresh raspberries, for garnish Preparation Arrange one-third of sliced cake in the bottom of a trifle dish or large decorative bowl. Prepare pudding according to package directions. Place one-third more cake pieces around inside of bowl, using half of pudding to hold them in place....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns, crushed2 boneless beef top loin steaks (8 ounces each)2 to 3 tablespoons butter, melted1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup red wine or beef broth1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon sugar2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon water Preparation Rub pepper over both sides of steaks. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. In an ungreased skillet, brown steaks on both sides over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; add butter and garlic; cook for 4-6 minutes, turning steaks once....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup cornstarchFROSTING:2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons 2% milk1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extract. In another bowl, whisk flour and cornstarch; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes or until firm enough to handle....

Ingredients 2 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)2 tablespoons prepared pesto12 slices turkey pepperoni12 thin slices zucchini4 fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced2 thin slices red onion, separated into rings2 tablespoons each chopped green, red and yellow pepper2 thin slices provolone cheese, cut into strips1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Coat both sides of tortillas with cooking spray; place on a greased baking sheet. Spread with pesto; top with the remaining ingredients. Bake at 350° for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 2 cups sushi rice1/4 cup rice vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In large bowl, wash rice in several changes of cold water until water is clear. Transfer to a large saucepan; add 2 cups water. Let stand for 30 minutes. Cover saucepan and bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove from the heat. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 packages (3 ounces each) lime gelatin2 cups boiling water1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup sour cream1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Stir in pineapple; cover and refrigerate until syrupy. Whisk in sour cream; add pecans. Transfer to a 6-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate until firm. Unmold onto a serving plate.

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1 pound smoked Polish sausage or kielbasa, cut up3 medium tart apples, peeled and cut into eighths1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup apple juice Preparation Place half of the sauerkraut in an ungreased 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with sausage, apples, brown sugar, caraway seeds if desired and pepper. Top with remaining sauerkraut. Pour apple juice over all....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon cornstarch1/8 teaspoon ground ginger1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon water1/4 cup orange marmalade1 tablespoon lime juice1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced2 bone-in pork loin chop (3/4 inch thick)1 small lime, thinly sliced Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, ginger, soy sauce and water until smooth. Stir in the marmalade, lime juice, oil and garlic until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir mixture for 1-2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon minced garlic7 cups water1-1/2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)1/2 cup chopped cabbage1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley3/4 teaspoon dried tarragonDash cayenne pepper, optional2 packages (3 ounces each) pork ramen noodles2 cups cubed cooked pork Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute celery and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, asparagus, cabbage, parsley, tarragon and cayenne if desired....