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Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onion, chopped1 cup uncooked arborio rice2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups chicken stock1/2 cup canned pumpkin1 tablespoon curry powder1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir onion until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir until rice is coated, 1-2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon fennel seed, crushed1 tablespoon steak seasoning1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil2 medium green or sweet red peppers, thinly sliced2 medium onions, thinly sliced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup water12 whole wheat hamburger buns, split Preparation In a small bowl, combine fennel seed, steak seasoning and cayenne if desired. Cut roast in half. Rub seasoning mixture over pork....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/3 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons Italian seasoning2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups milk1 package (7 ounces) thin spaghetti, cooked and drained2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawedGrated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the flour, Italian seasoning, bouillon, salt and pepper until smooth....

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls1 cup mayonnaise1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon dill weed2-1/2 cups assorted chopped fresh vegetables (cucumber, radishes, broccoli, onion, green pepper, carrots, celery, mushrooms)1/2 cup sliced ripe olives3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Unroll the crescent rolls and place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Flatten dough to fit the pan, sealing seams and perforations. Bake at 375° until golden brown, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 2 ounces ruby red grapefruit juice1/2 to 1 ounce raspberry flavoring syrup1/2 to 3/4 cup ice cubes6 ounces club soda, chilled Preparation In a mixing glass or tumbler, combine grapefruit juice and syrup. Place ice in a highball glass; add juice mixture. Top with club soda.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 jar (28 ounces) spaghetti sauce1 package (25 ounces) frozen sausage or cheese ravioli1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseMinced fresh basil, optional Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain. In a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer a third of the spaghetti sauce, half of the ravioli and beef, and 1/2 cup cheese; repeat layers. Top with remaining sauce and cheese....

Ingredients 3 c. Kellogg’s * Rice Krispies * cereal 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. cinnamon c. margarine or butter 1/4 c. finely chopped crystallized ginger 3 egg whites 1/2 tsp. almond extract Preparation Step 1In food processor, process cereal about 15 seconds or until it becomes fine crumbs. Add flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and margarine. Process about 30 seconds or until mixture resembles coarse meal....

Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked basmati rice1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 medium carrots, finely chopped3/4 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed3/4 cup chopped tomatoes1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the beans, carrots, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, parsley and onion....

Ingredients 3-3/4 cups boiling water1-1/2 cups 2% milk1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sour cream4 cups mashed potato flakes1 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepperMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a greased 4-qt. slow cooker, whisk the boiling water, milk, cream cheese, butter and sour cream until smooth. Stir in the potato flakes, garlic salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low until heated through, 2-3 hours....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion1 cup chopped carrots1 cup chopped celery2 teaspoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth4 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 teaspoon salt2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast2 cups uncooked yolk-free wide noodles1 cup fat-free evaporated milk Preparation In a stockpot over medium-high heat, saute the onion, carrots and celery in oil for 5 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram6 medium ears sweet corn, huskes removed1 bunch romaineSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a small bowl, beat the butter, rosemary and marjoram until blended; spread over corn. Wrap each ear in two to three romaine leaves. Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 450° for 30-35 minutes or until corn is tender. Discard romaine before serving....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 cup chopped onion3 cups cubed peeled potatoes3 medium carrots, sliced1 cup chopped celery1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup uncooked long-grain rice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon ground pepper1 cup water Preparation In a skillet, brown beef with onion over medium heat; drain....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 cup lightly salted cashews3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup shredded smoked Swiss cheese1/2 cup dried cranberries3/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the salad mix, oranges, cashews, cheeses and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Ingredients 4 pork rib chops (3/4 to 1 inch thick)1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/2 cup chopped celery1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups water3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet,over medium-high heat, cook chops in oil over medium heat 2-3 minutes on each side or until chops are lightly browned; drain....

Ingredients 1 pound beef stew meat (1-1/4-inch pieces) 3/4 pound potatoes (about 2 medium), cut into 3/4-inch cubes2 cups frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed 2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 cups beef stock1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilesOptional: Sour cream and tortilla chips Preparation In a 6-qt....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)3-1/2 cups water1 jar (24 ounces) meatless pasta sauce1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 cup chopped onion1 cup sliced celery1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; adjust for medium heat. Cook beef until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; crumble beef; drain. Press cancel. Stir in remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 medium red onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried tarragon2 teaspoons dried basil1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, crumble sausage into a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder2 large eggs, separated3 tablespoons fat-free milk1 tablespoon lemon juice3 tablespoons sugarTOPPING:1 large tart apple, peeled and thinly sliced1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine flour and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks, milk and lemon juice; add to dry ingredients and mix well. Set aside. In a small bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form....

Ingredients 3 cups frozen corn, thawed1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained5 green onions, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped1/3 cup rice vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper2/3 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, mustard, salt, pepper sauce, pepper and cayenne....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup raisins4 teaspoons sugar2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts1/3 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 teaspoon coconut extract Preparation In a bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients; beat well. Add peanut butter and extract. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle. Shape into 3/4-in. balls.