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Ingredients 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed4 green onions, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons lime juice1 pound tuna steaks, cut into 1-inch cubes1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 large sweet red peppers, cut into 2x1-inch pieces1 medium mango, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes Preparation For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; set aside. Rub tuna with pepper. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread red peppers, tuna and mango....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells1 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni, quartered1 cup fresh broccoli florets1/2 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing Preparation Cook the pasta according to package directions. In a large bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, pepperoni and broccoli. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to the pepperoni mixture. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to combine. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) wide egg noodles2-1/4 cups pizza sauce, divided1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine noodles and 3/4 cup pizza sauce. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with remaining pizza sauce. Layer with the mushrooms, olives and pepperoni....

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup prepared pesto Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cream of tartar1/2 cup salt2 cups water2 tablespoons canola oilFood coloring Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the flour, cream of tarter and salt. Gradually add the water and oil. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until a ball forms. Cool. Divide dough and knead in colors as desired. Store in airtight containers or resealable plastic bags.

Ingredients 3/4 c. poppy seeds 1 c. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 3/4 stick unsalted butter 1 c. granulated sugar 4 large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. pure almond extract confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup of water to a boil. Remove from the heat, add the poppy seeds and cover. Let stand for 1 hour. Scrape the seeds into a blender and pulse until lightly crushed....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each and 1/2 inch thick)1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup salsa2 tablespoons apricot spreadable fruit2 cups sliced peeled nectarines or peaches2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Rub over both sides of pork chops....

Ingredients 1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/4 cup ketchup1/2 cup crushed saltines2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds lean ground beef4 small onions, quartered4 small potatoes, peeled and quartered4 medium carrots, quartered1 large green pepper, cut into strips2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine milk, ketchup, cracker crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Add ground beef. Shape meat mixture into an 8x4-in. oval; place in a 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 cups cubed potatoes1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 chopped green pepper1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 cups egg substitute2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl; add 1 in. of water. Cover and microwave on high for 7 minutes; drain. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, green pepper and potatoes in oil until tender. Add the egg substitute, basil, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (8-inch square pan size)CHEESECAKE LAYER:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup canned pumpkin1/4 cup plain yogurt1 tablespoon vanilla extract3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenTOPPING:3/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon baking cocoa1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening or coconut oil2 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each ), chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°....

Ingredients 2 quarts red grape juice, chilled4 drops neon purple food coloring2 liters club soda, chilled2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened Preparation Pour grape juice into a 6-qt. punch bowl; add food coloring. Slowly pour in club soda. Gently spoon ice cream into the punch and whisk to swirl. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 5 tablespoons butter, softened, divided1/2 teaspoon minced chives1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon white pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/3 cup cornflake crumbs1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons butter, chives, garlic powder and pepper; shape into four cubes. Cover and freeze until firm, about 10 minutes. Flatten chicken breast halves to 1/4-in. thickness. Place a butter cube in the center of each....

Ingredients 1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated pork roast au jus1 cup well-drained unsweetened pineapple chunks, divided1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup enchilada sauce8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantroOptional ingredients: Crumbled queso fresco, salsa verde and lime wedges Preparation Coarsely shred pork, reserving juices. In a small bowl, crush half the pineapple with a fork. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 cup Thousand Island salad dressing1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained6 slices Swiss cheese Preparation Pound chicken between two pieces of waxed paper to flatten. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Spoon salad dressing over chicken; cover with sauerkraut. Cover and bake 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; top with cheese. Bake 20-30 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1-3/4 cups chopped fresh rhubarb1/2 cup fresh blueberries2 tablespoons dried cranberries2 tablespoons brown sugarCAKE:6 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup sugar1 tablespoon brown sugar2 large eggs1 tablespoon seedless strawberry jam1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup orange juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place 2 tablespoons butter in an 11x7-in. baking dish. Place in oven 5-6 minutes or until butter is melted; carefully swirl to coat evenly....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)2 pounds red potatoes, quartered1 pound carrots, halved and cut into 2-inch pieces1 medium onion, cut into wedges1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place the pork in a shallow roasting pan coated with cooking spray; arrange the potatoes, carrots and onion around pork. Drizzle with oil. Combine the seasonings; sprinkle over meat and vegetables....

Ingredients 1 medium eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, cut into 1/4 inch slices3 small zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices2 sweet red pepper, cut lengthwise into 6 pieces3 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup egg substitute1 jar (26 ounces) chunky meatless spaghetti sauce12 no-cook lasagna noodles2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 tablespoons minced fresh basil...

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened, divided1/3 cup finely chopped pecans2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking powder Preparation In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add pecans; cook and stir for 1 minute or until lightly toasted. Set aside. In a small bowl, cream confectioners’ sugar and remaining butter. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well (dough will be crumbly)....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon instant espresso powder3 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltICING:1 package (1 pound) confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons shortening1/4 cup peppermint schnapps2 to 3 tablespoons waterFood coloring, optional Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs, vanilla and espresso powder. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup ketchup1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup crushed saltines (about 30 crackers)2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)SAUCE:1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce1 cup chili sauce1/4 cup picante sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juiceHot cooked noodles, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the eggs, ketchup, parsley, soy sauce, onion, garlic powder and pepper....