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Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon yellow mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons chili powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first 11 ingredients. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over top. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup water1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup raisins, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 8 ingredients. Whisk together eggs, pumpkin, oil and water; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts and, if desired, raisins....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin1/2 cup olive oil1/3 cup tahini5 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon saltBaked pita chipsAssorted fresh vegetables, optional Preparation Place the first 8 ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Serve with chips and, if desired, vegetables.

Ingredients 4 cups cubed peeled pumpkin or winter squash1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup chicken broth2 cups fresh cut green beans (1-inch pieces)1 cup fresh or frozen corn1/2 cup sliced onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 cup vanilla yogurt1 cup canned pumpkin1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Combine all ingredients in a bowl; stir until smooth. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1/2 cup raisins1 cup boiling water4 cups chopped unpeeled red apples2 tablespoons lemon juice2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 cup fat-free plain yogurt2 tablespoons sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mixSugar substitute equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar, optional1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Place raisins in a small bowl; add boiling water. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Drain. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Stir in celery and raisins....

Ingredients 3 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarDash salt1 cup sugar1/3 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:3 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed1 teaspoon cornstarch1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam3 cups raspberry or lemon sorbet1/3 cup sliced almonds, toastedAdditional fresh raspberries, optional Preparation Place egg whites in a small mixing bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat egg whites, cream of tartar and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed1 tablespoon olive oilKosher salt to taste2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Arrange asparagus in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a serving dish; sprinkle with tomatoes and feta cheese. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup buttermilk3/4 teaspoon root beer concentrate or extract4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups chopped pecansFROSTING:3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup butter, softened3 tablespoons water1-1/4 teaspoons root beer concentrate or extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in buttermilk and root beer concentrate....

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1/3 cup biscuit/baking mix1 teaspoon grated lemon zest4 cups fresh pineapple chunksTOPPING:3/4 cup biscuit/baking mix2/3 cup sugar1 large egg, beaten1/4 cup butter, meltedVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the sugar, biscuit mix and lemon zest; stir in pineapple. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Combine biscuit mix, sugar and egg; sprinkle over top. Drizzle with butter. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until browned....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter, softened2 slices bread1 slice provolone cheese6 slices pepperoni3 tablespoons pizza sauceAdditional pizza sauce, optional Preparation Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place one slice in a skillet, butter side down. Top with the cheese, pepperoni, pizza sauce and second bread slice, butter side up. Cook over medium heat until golden brown, turning once. Serve with additional pizza sauce if desired.

Ingredients 16 frozen cheese ravioli, cooked and drained2 teaspoons butter1/4 cup finely chopped sweet yellow pepper1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion1/2 cup pizza sauce12 slices pepperoni, cut into quarters1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Divide ravioli between two microwave-safe bowls; dot with butter. Top with peppers, onion, pizza sauce, pepperoni and cheese. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup beef broth1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks2 tablespoons cornstarchHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and green pepper until the vegetables are tender. Add the tomatoes, broth, brown sugar, garlic powder and pepper....

Ingredients 4 ounces linguine1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 cup Marsala wine or beef broth2 tablespoons tomato paste1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound cooked pork tenderloin, cut into strips1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in oil and butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the wine, tomato paste, salt and pepper until blended....

Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons olive oil1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1/4-inch slicesSALAD:6 cups spring mix salad greens4 medium nectarines, sliced4 ounces Havarti cheese, cubed1/2 cup sliced sweet onion1/4 cup honey-roasted almonds1 cup honey mustard salad dressing Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the vinegar, syrup and oil. Add pork; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade....

Ingredients 1 cup powdered nondairy creamer4 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons ground nutmeg1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon ground allspice Preparation In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds2 tablespoons sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon ground gingerPinch cayenne pepperDRESSING:1/4 cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons maple syrup2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon sugarSALAD:1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach1/2 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, toast seeds over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring often. Add sugar and seasonings. Continue to cook and stir until sugar melts, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups 2% or coconut milk1 cup quinoa, rinsedOptional: Ground cinnamon, vanilla Greek yogurt, sugar substitute blend, honey, brown sugar, raisins, fresh blueberries, chopped apple, chia seeds and fresh mint leaves Preparation In a large saucepan, bring milk to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork. If desired, stir in any combination of optional ingredients....

Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth, divided1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice2 cups chopped onion2 cups chopped celery1/2 cup butter, cubed2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperOptional: Fresh sage and thyme Preparation In a saucepan, bring 3-1/2 cups broth and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons canola oil2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes3 cups tomato juice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth4 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces3 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped2-1/2 cups chopped cabbage1-1/2 cups frozen corn1-1/4 cups frozen baby lima beans4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, brown beef in oil; drain....