Ingredients 6 cups sliced peeled pears1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground clovesTOPPING:1 cup all-purpose flour2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup old-fashioned oats1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter, cubedWhipped cream and fresh mint, optional Preparation Combine the first eight ingredients; mix well. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. For topping, combine flour, brown sugar, oats and salt; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed2 tablespoons dill seed3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped4 cups water1-1/4 cups white wine vinegar2 tablespoons sea saltDIP:1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese or nondairy imitation cream cheese3/4 cup plain yogurt2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced chives1 teaspoon horseradish1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon sea salt1-1/2 cups flaked smoked salmon filletsFresh dill sprig, optional Assorted crackers, optional...

Ingredients 3 cups fat-free milk2 envelopes whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)2 packages (1 ounce each) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted8 maraschino cherries Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the milk, whipped topping and pudding mixes for 2 minutes. Stir in the pineapple and extract. Spoon 3/4 cup pudding mixture into eight dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until chilled....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 can (28 ounces) baked beans3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1/2 cup barbecue sauce2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 cups shredded lettuce1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted6 whole pita breads Preparation In a small bowl, combine the onion, garlic and seasonings; crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 tablespoon canola oil1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles1 cup quick-cooking brown rice1/4 cup water2 to 3 tablespoons salsa1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseSliced jalapeno pepper, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, brown pork in oil; drain....

Ingredients 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1 boneless whole pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)8 to 10 large tart apples1 can (24 ounces) sweet potatoes, drained and liquid reserved1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, divided1/4 cup butter1/4 cup maple syrup Preparation Combine sage, pepper and 1 teaspoon salt; rub over pork roast. Place roast, fat side up, on rack in open pan....

Ingredients 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. warm water 2 tbsp. dry yeast 2 c. whole milk 3/4 c. sugar 3 tsp. salt 4 large eggs 1/2 c. unsalted butter 8 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. cold, strong coffee 2 tbsp. granulated sugar melted butter 7 c. ground English walnuts 1 c. whole milk 1 c. unsalted butter 2 whole eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 c....

Ingredients 1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce1 cup cola2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts14 hamburger buns, split14 slices pepper jack cheese1 cup sliced sweet pickles Preparation Place the first 7 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; add chicken. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 7 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165°....

Ingredients 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 teaspoon pepper, divided 4 tablespoons butter, divided 1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon minced fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups chicken broth1 cup plus 1 tablespoon half-and-half cream, divided2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (about 10 ounces)1 tablespoon lemon juice1 large egg yolk...

Ingredients 4 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup raw pumpkin seeds or pepitas 1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup honey1/4 cup canola oil2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon ground ginger3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine oats and pumpkin seeds. In a small saucepan, whisk remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Pour over oat mixture; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/3 cup mayonnaise4 teaspoons white vinegar4 to 5 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups torn fresh spinach1 small red apple, sliced Preparation In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, celery salt and pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes; whisk until sugar is dissolved. In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach and apple. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 c. jasmine or other long-grain rice 1 1/2 c. water 3/4 lb. carrots (about 4) 1 clove garlic 2 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 1/4 c. whole milk 1 1/2 tbsp. Asian fish sauce (nam pla or nuoc mam) 1 1/2 tsp. red Thai curry paste 1 3/4 tsp. brown sugar 3/4 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. Cooking oil 2 lb. red snapper fillets...

Ingredients PIZZA STICKS:1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepperDIP:1 cup sour cream1 cup ricotta cheese1 tablespoon savory herb with garlic soup mix1/4 cup chopped pepperoni1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll out pizza crust to a 12x8-in. rectangle. Brush with oil. Combine the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and pepper; sprinkle over dough....

Ingredients 3 fresh medium beets (about 1 pound)1 whole garlic bulb1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons tahini1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, optional Minced fresh dill weed or parsleyAssorted fresh vegetablesSliced or torn pita bread...

Ingredients 1 whole garlic bulb1 teaspoon olive oil1 medium butternut squash (3 pounds), peeled and cubed1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed1 large onion, chopped2 tablespoons butter3-1/4 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt9 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off garlic bulb. Brush with oil; wrap in heavy-duty foil....

Ingredients 6 medium red potatoes, cut into wedges3 tablespoons olive oil, divided6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)3 sweet Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), cut in half lengthwise1 large onion, cut into wedges1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 425°....

Ingredients 1 pound small red potatoes, quartered2 medium ears sweet corn, halved1/2 pound baby portobello mushrooms, halved1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips2 medium leeks (white portion only), cut into 2-inch lengths1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch lengths2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 cups cubed French bread10 cherry tomatoes, halved1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leavesDRESSING:1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 beef sirloin tip roast (4 pounds) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Mix first 4 ingredients. Place roast on a rack in a roasting pan; spread with mustard mixture. Roast until desired doneness (a thermometer should read 135° for medium-rare, 140° for medium and 145° for medium-well), about 2 hours....

Ingredients 1 pheasant (2 to 3 pounds)1/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided2 tablespoons butter, melted1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1 cup sugar1 cup orange juice1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons grated orange zest Preparation Sprinkle cavity of pheasant with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Place pheasant on a rack in shallow roasting pan. Drizzle with butter; sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Cover and bake at 325° for 45 minutes....