Ingredients 1/2 medium sweet red pepper1/2 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion1 teaspoon butter4 large egg whites2 large eggs1 tablespoon fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon pepper2 center-cut bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2 whole wheat English muffins, split and toasted Preparation Remove and discard seeds from pepper half. Place cut side down on a baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat until the skin blisters, about 6 minutes. Immediately place pepper half in a small bowl; cover and let stand for 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 cup raisins1/4 cup dark rum2-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream7 large egg yolks1/2 cup plus 6 teaspoons superfine sugar, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, toss raisins with rum; microwave for 30 seconds. Let stand 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat cream until bubbles form around sides of pan; remove from heat. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and 1/2 cup sugar until blended but not foamy....

Ingredients 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices2 tablespoons water7 large eggs3 tablespoons fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 center-cut bacon strips, coarsely chopped1 small green pepper, chopped1/2 cup chopped red onion2 cups coarsely chopped fresh kale Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place sweet potato and water in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, on high until potato is just tender, 5-6 minutes; drain. Meanwhile, whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, divided4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 fresh sage leaves8 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons white wine or additional chicken brothOptional: Lemon slices and fresh sage Preparation Place 1/2 cup flour in a shallow bowl; set aside. Flatten chicken breasts to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper; top each breast half with 2 sage leaves and 2 slices prosciutto, pressing to adhere....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground mace1/2 teaspoon ground cloves2 large eggs, room temperature1-3/4 cups buttermilk3 tablespoons canola oil1-3/4 cups shredded peeled apples1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first 9 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk and oil until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup packed brown sugarDash ground nutmegDash ground cinnamon1-3/4 cups chopped pecans1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped3 tablespoons shortening, divided1 pound milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped1-3/4 cups dried cherries or cranberries Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and spices; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is completely dissolved, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 cup sliced fresh strawberries1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca1 teaspoon lemon juiceDash saltTOPPING:1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup chopped pecans3 tablespoons sugar1/8 teaspoon baking powderDash salt2 tablespoons cold butter1 large eggSAUCE:1/2 cup vanilla ice cream2-1/4 teaspoons Marsala wine Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Combine the first 6 ingredients; divide between 2 greased 8-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Let stand for 15 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the flour, pecans, sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 envelope sloppy joe seasoning2 pounds beef stew meat (3/4-inch cubes)1 celery rib, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 medium green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch chunksHot cooked rice or noodles Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the water, tomato paste, vinegar and sloppy joe seasoning. Stir in the beef, celery and green pepper. Cook, covered, on high for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper2 tablespoons finely chopped green onionCelery sticks Preparation In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise and soy sauce until smooth. Beat in the cheddar cheese, pineapple, almonds, green pepper and onion. Serve with celery.

Ingredients 1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup crushed saltinesPastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)1-1/2 pounds fresh plums, pitted and quartered1 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons cold butter1 teaspoon cinnamon-sugar Preparation In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and crumbs. Line a 9-in. pie pan with bottom crust; sprinkle with brown sugar mixture and pack gently. Cover with plums. Combine the sugar, flour and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh carrots1/2 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1-3/4 cups fresh or frozen sugar snap peas1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 tablespoon cornstarch1 can (6 ounces) unsweetened pineapple juice Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes; add snap peas and water chestnuts....

Ingredients 5 medium apples, peeled and chopped3 medium pears, chopped1 medium orange, thinly sliced1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup maple syrup1/3 cup butter, cubed2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger5 tablespoons orange juice, divided 4 teaspoons cornstarchWhipped cream and toasted chopped pecans, optional Preparation In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Stir in 2 tablespoons orange juice. Lock lid; make sure vent is closed....

Ingredients 18 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sour cream1-1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup heavy whipping cream1 green onion, thinly slicedSoft pretzel bites Preparation In a greased 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mustard and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in beer; add bacon, reserving 2 tablespoons. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve....

Ingredients 4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained2 medium onions, chopped1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon saltTortilla chips Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and chill until serving. Serve with tortilla chips.

Ingredients 1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon finely chopped onion1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoningSugar substitute equivalent to 2 to 4 teaspoons sugar Preparation Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate overnight.

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed1 tablespoon cornstarchCRUST:1 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1/2 cup cold butterFILLING:4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten12 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled Preparation In a small saucepan, mix raspberries and cornstarch until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 2/3 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons mango chutney3/4 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon curry powderDash salt4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)1 medium sweet red pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Set aside 1/4 cup for serving. Flatten chicken slightly. Cut red pepper in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Brush with oil and sprinkle with pepper....

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated seamless crescent dough sheets1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 package (9 ounces) ready-to-use grilled Italian chicken strips1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 tablespoons prepared pesto Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Unroll both tubes of crescent dough and cut each into 4 rectangles. In a large bowl, combine spinach, chicken, cheese and pesto; spoon 3/4 cup in the center of 4 of the rectangles....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/2 cup water1/2 cup sugar2 cups cubed fresh pineapple1 cup coarsely chopped fresh strawberries1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons lime juice1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, water and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until the berries pop, about 15 minutes. Cool. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 10 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oilGLAZE:1/2 cup balsamic vinegar1/2 cup honey3 green onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with pepper flakes, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat....