Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch strips2 teaspoons chili powder1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 package (16 ounces) ready-to-serve salad1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup ranch salad dressing3/4 cup salsa1/2 cup corn chips or crushed tortilla chips Preparation Sprinkle chicken with chili powder. In a skillet, cook chicken in oil until no longer pink, 6 minutes. Meanwhile, place salad greens in a large bowl or on individual plates. Top with cheese and chicken....

Ingredients MUFFINS:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 cup whole milk1/2 cup butter, melted1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup fresh or frozen whole unsweetened raspberries, dividedPECAN STREUSEL TOPPING:1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and baking powder. In a small bowl, combine the milk, butter and egg. Stir milk mixture into flour mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 3 cups water, divided1 cup sugar1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 cup half-and-half cream Preparation In a saucepan, bring 1 cup water and sugar to a boil, stirring frequently. Boil for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in orange juice concentrate, lemon juice and remaining water. Transfer to a freezer-proof bowl. Cover and freeze until firm. Remove from the freezer....

Ingredients 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 10 squares)1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine, meltedFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened1 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt3/4 cup sugar1 cup egg substitute1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 cup lemon juiceTOPPING:3 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 cup sugar2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup cold water, divided1 tablespoon cornstarchRed food coloring, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and cinnamon; stir in margarine....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar3 large eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk1 can (29 ounces) pear halves, drainedTOPPING:1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon grated lemon zest Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and lemon zest; mix well. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 cup canola oil2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2/3 cup crushed peppermint candiesGLAZE:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with foil and grease the foil; set pan aside. In a bowl, whisk together first 4 ingredients. In a large bowl, beat oil and sugar until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 cup pine nuts, ground1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 large egg3 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon honey4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons butterAdditional honey, optional Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the pine nuts, flour, dill and lemon pepper. In another shallow bowl, combine the egg, lemon juice and honey. Dip fillets in egg mixture, then coat with nut mixture. In a large nonstick skillet, cook fish in butter over medium heat until fillets just begin to flake easily with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 slices unsweetened pineapple1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 hamburger buns, split2 lettuce leaves Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, ketchup and mustard. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, shape beef into four patties. Place pineapple slices on two patties; top with remaining patties. Seal edges; sprinkle with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) uncooked bratwurst links, casings removed1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons stone-ground mustard8 pita pocket halves, warmed Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook bratwurst, onion and pepper over medium heat until bratwurst is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes, breaking up bratwurst into crumbles; drain. Stir in sauerkraut; heat through....

Ingredients 1 package (1 ounce) dried porcini mushrooms1 cup boiling water1 package (16 ounces) small pasta shells6 tablespoons butter, cubed1 cup chopped baby portobello mushrooms1 shallot, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup pumpkin or amber ale2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese1 cup shredded fontina cheese1 teaspoon salt1 cup soft bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine dried porcini mushrooms and boiling water; let stand 15-20 minutes or until mushrooms are softened....

Ingredients 3/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped celery1 tablespoon butter1 cup chicken broth1 cup cubed peeled potatoes4 teaspoons all-purpose flour1-1/3 cups 2% milk1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, saute the ham, onion and celery in butter for 5 minutes or until ham is lightly browned and vegetables are tender. Add the broth and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds lean boneless pork, cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes1 tablespoon vegetable oil3 cans (12 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained2 celery ribs, chopped2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped3 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies4 cups chicken broth2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt, optional Preparation In a large Dutch oven, brown half of the pork at a time in oil. Add remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1 (12 count) package slider buns (sweet Hawaiian rolls, preferably) 3/4 c. whole milk 1/2 c. heavy cream 1/2 c. granulated sugar 3 large eggs, beaten 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. lemon zest 1 1/2 c. blueberries 2 tbsp. powdered sugar, for garnish Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Using a small serrated paring knife, cut a round well in each of the slider buns. Tear removed bread into pieces and place in a medium bowl....

Ingredients 2 sandwich buns, split2 teaspoons butter, softened2 teaspoons cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded cooked chicken1/3 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon lemon juice2 lettuce leaves Preparation Place buns cut side up on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread butter over bun bottoms. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Spread cream cheese on bun tops. In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cranberry sauce, mayonnaise, onions and lemon juice....

Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained2 tablespoons chopped onion1/4 cup butter, cubed2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milk8 cups frozen peas, thawed2 cups shredded lettuce Preparation In a large saucepan, saute water chestnuts and onion in butter until onion is tender. Stir in the flour, sugar and salt until blended. Gradually add milk; stir in peas. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until peas are tender and sauce is slightly thickened....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted, divided1 cup chopped celery1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauceHot cooked white or brown rice, optional Preparation In a nonstick skillet or wok, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 6 to 8 medium red potatoes (about 2 to 2-1/2 pounds), unpeeled and quarterered1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup prepared ranch-style dressing1/4 cup bacon bits or crumbled cooked bacon2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseTOPPING:1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 cups coarsely crushed cornflakes1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups uncooked instant rice1/3 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup water1/2 cup chicken broth1/3 cup ketchup1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a 9-in. round disposable foil pan, combine the first seven ingredients. Dot with butter. Cover with heavy-duty foil; seal edges tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove foil carefully to allow steam to escape. Fluff with a fork....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. boiling potatoes (about 4) 1/2 c. olive oil 5 cloves garlic 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 4 swordfish steaks 1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary 1 c. mayonnaise 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 2 tbsp. drained chopped capers 1 tsp. Wine vinegar Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 400°F. In a large roasting pan, toss the potatoes with 1/4 cup of the oil, half the garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/4 lb. bittersweet chocolate 1/2 c. cream 2 tbsp. cream 3/4 c. finely chopped pecans 1/4 c. light corn syrup 1/4 c. sugar 2 tbsp. unsalted butter salt 2 tbsp. heavy cream 2 tbsp. bourbon or whiskey 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract 12 Pecan halves Preparation Step 1Line a 12-cup minimuffin tin with mini baking cups; set aside. Place chocolate in a medium bowl. Bring cream to a boil in a small saucepan and immediately pour over chocolate....