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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups undrained crushed pineapple1/2 cup golden raisins1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 medium mangoes, peeled and chopped4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes or until sauce is thickened and raisins are plumped, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked multigrain bow tie pasta2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained3/4 cup water12 slices turkey pepperoni, quartered1 tablespoon prepared pesto1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup shredded Italian cheese blend Preparation In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, water, pepperoni, pesto and pepper. Transfer to an 11x7x2-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Stir; cover and bake 15 minutes longer or until pasta is tender....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced3 tablespoons butter1 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon salt1 boneless pork loin roast (3-1/2 pounds)1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon ketchup1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon dill weed Preparation Set aside 1/2 cup spinach for sauce. In a skillet, saute onion, garlic and remaining spinach in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1/2-inch slices1 teaspoon garlic pepper blend2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Preparation Flatten pork slices to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with pepper blend. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat, cook pork in oil in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1-1/4 cups sugar1/4 cup port wine or grape juice2 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a small saucepan, cook cranberries, sugar and wine over medium heat just until berries begin to pop, 10-12 minutes. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cranberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until berries pop and sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve warm or cold....

Ingredients 1 pound bacon strips, chopped1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons onion powder1/2 paprika, optional 2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Fold two 18-in.-long pieces of foil into two 18x4-in. strips. Line perimeter of a 4-qt. slow cooker with foil strips; spray with cooking spray. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips, divided2 large eggs1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon almond extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam1/4 cup sliced almonds Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat; add 1 cup chips (do not stir). In a small bowl, beat eggs until foamy; gradually add sugar. Stir in chip mixture and almond extract. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to egg mixture just until combined....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:2 cups sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt6 egg yolks, lightly beaten1 cup heavy whipping cream5 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarbMERINGUE:6 egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup olive oil8 lamb loin chops (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each) Preparation Combine the rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Pour oil over both sides of chops; rub with herb mixture. In a large skillet, cook chops over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1 butternut squash (about 2 pounds) 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. salt tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 1/4 tsp. dried sage 1 c. mascarpone cheese 1/2 c. half-and-half 3 scallions including green tops 3/4 lb. penne 1/4 lb. sliced smoked ham 1/4 c. grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. Put the squash on a large baking sheet and toss with the oil, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, the pepper and sage....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup sour cream1 bottle (1 ounce) red food coloring, optional1 teaspoon white vinegar2-1/2 cups cake flour4 teaspoons baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilkFROSTING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup crushed peppermint candies31 peppermint candies Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients PESTO:2 garlic cloves, peeled1/3 cup olive oil1 cup fresh basil leaves3/4 cup cooked long grain rice1/4 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 teaspoon saltMEAT LOAF:1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 cup finely chopped green onions1 egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup salsa2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt2 pounds lean ground beef Preparation Place pesto ingredients in the order listed in a food processor; cover and process on low speed until a paste forms....

Ingredients 1 whole pita bread (6 inches)3 tablespoons prepared pesto3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Split pita bread into two rounds. Spread with pesto and sprinkle with cheese. Cut each into six wedges. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until crisp. Serve warm.

Ingredients 1 pound ground pork8 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped3 cups finely chopped Chinese or napa cabbage1 can (8 ounces) bamboo shoots, drained and finely chopped1 medium carrot, shredded4 green onions, thinly sliced3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2-1/2 cups sushi or small grain riceCabbage leaves, optionalDIPPING SAUCE:3/4 cup teriyaki sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons rice vinegar1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha chili sauce, optional...

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon canola oil1 small onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced3 medium nectarines or peeled peaches, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon honey, optional Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with seasonings. Dredge lightly with flour. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook chops until a thermometer reads 145°, 4-5 minutes per side....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce10 slices Canadian bacon (about 6 ounces), coarsely chopped2 packages (6-1/2 ounces each) pizza crust mix2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese4 ounces sliced pepperoni Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, cook beef, pepper and onion over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 1 medium eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes3 tablespoons olive oil2 celery ribs, diced1 medium onion, diced1 small green pepper, seeded and diced3 plum tomatoes, diced1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon pepper12 ounces uncooked shell-on shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Place eggplant in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tender, 3-4 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 egg yolks3/4 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt1-3/4 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:3 tablespoons seedless raspberry spreadable fruit3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flourDash salt3/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/3 cup half-and-half cream1/2 teaspoon almond or vanilla extractFresh raspberries, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, extract and salt. Gradually beat in flour....

Ingredients 6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes1/3 cup honey1/4 cup olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place potatoes in a large bowl. Whisk together honey, oil, salt, cinnamon and pepper; add to potatoes and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast until tender, 45-50 minutes, stirring once.

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed2 teaspoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons Greek seasoning2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Place beans in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with seasoning; stir to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until beans are tender, stirring once. Sprinkle with cheese.