Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked penne pasta2 teaspoons all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakesDash dried oreganoDash pepper2 small fresh mushrooms, chopped2 tablespoons chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons diced sweet red pepper1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/3 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the flour, bouillon, garlic powder, parsley, oregano and pepper. In a small nonstick skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and red pepper in oil until tender....

Ingredients 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 pound bulk Italian sausage1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, quartered1 medium onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, mincedDash saffron threads1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups uncooked arborio rice1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 small English cucumbers, thinly sliced2 medium carrots, thinly sliced1 large sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced2 green onions, sliced1/2 serrano or jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced, optionalMARINADE:1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup rice vinegar1/3 cup water1 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder and pepper1 teaspoon sesame oil1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 small garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optionalOptional toppings: minced fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts and additional sliced green onion...

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups leftover mashed potatoes2 cups leftover chopped cooked turkey2 cups leftover stuffing2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons canola oilUnsweetened applesauce, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk eggs, onion and pepper. Stir in potatoes, turkey and stuffing. In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop potato mixture by 1/2 cupfuls into skillet; press to flatten slightly....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup sour cream1/3 cup French onion dip1/3 cup coarsely crushed potato chips1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs Preparation Flatten chicken breasts evenly. Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper. In a shallow bowl, combine sour cream and onion dip. In another shallow bowl, combine potato chips and bread crumbs. Dip chicken in the sour cream mixture, then potato chip mixture....

Ingredients 2 cups self-rising flour1-1/2 cups finely chopped pecans2/3 cup packed brown sugar1 cup butter, melted1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided3 cups cold milk1 package (5.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mixColored sprinkles, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, pecans and brown sugar. Stir in butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups quick-cooking oats1 cup Grape-Nuts1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, cereal, baking soda and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Roll into 3/4-in. balls. Place 2 in....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg4 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 ounces white baking chocolate, choppedChocolate, red and pink sprinkles Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange zest and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough in half....

Ingredients 4 large eggs2-1/4 cups 2% milk3/4 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 large)1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon-raisin bread, cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 cup chopped pecans, toastedVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients. Stir in bread and pecans. Transfer to a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up10 cups water1 large carrot, sliced1 large onion, sliced1 celery rib, sliced1 garlic clove, minced1 bay leaf1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSOUP INGREDIENTS:2 large carrots, sliced2 celery ribs, sliced1 medium onion, chopped2 cups uncooked fine egg noodles1 cup frozen peas1/2 cup frozen cut green beans Preparation In a large soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 egg2 egg whites2 tablespoons chopped fresh baby spinach1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper1 green onion, chopped2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the egg, egg whites, spinach and pepper sauce; set aside. In a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper and onion until tender. Reduce heat to medium. Add egg mixture to skillet (mixture should set immediately at edges)....

Ingredients 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal3/4 cup self-rising flour1 large egg, lightly beaten2/3 cup 2% milk10 pop sticks10 hot dogsOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour and egg. Stir in milk to make a thick batter; let stand 4 minutes. Insert sticks into hot dogs; dip into batter. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry corn dogs, a few at a time, until golden brown, 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup water1 large onion, chopped3/4 cup chopped celery3/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds) bread, toasted and cubed6 cups cubed cornbread, toasted5 large eggs, lightly beaten5 large hard-boiled large eggs, chopped2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the water, onions, celery, parsley, butter and nutmeg. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 2 quarts water1 cup fresh cranberries1/2 small navel orange, sliced4 cardamom pods Preparation Combine all ingredients in a large glass carafe or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours. Strain before serving.

Ingredients 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2/3 cup dried cranberries2/3 cup cashews Preparation In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt the chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in the cranberries and cashews. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients SUGARED CRANBERRIES (OPTIONAL):3 tablespoons light corn syrup1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries1/3 cup sugarCAKE:1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar3 eggs1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup orange juiceGLAZE:2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons butter, melted4 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation If desired, for sugared cranberries, heat corn syrup in microwave until warm; gently toss cranberries in syrup, allowing excess to drip off....

Ingredients 4 packages (9 ounces each) fresh baby spinach1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup milk2 tablespoons finely chopped onionSalt and white pepper to taste Preparation Place spinach in a Dutch oven over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and steam just until wilted, about 4 minutes. Drain; chop and set aside. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium carrot, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice3/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute carrot, celery and onion until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute....

Ingredients 9 whole cinnamon graham crackers, crushed1 tablespoon plus 1 cup sugar, divided1/4 cup butter, melted2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, cubed3/4 cup fat-free sour cream3 large egg whites, room temperature, lightly beaten1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon rum extractTOPPING:3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons water1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1/4 cup chopped pecans...

Ingredients 2 cups shredded cabbage2 tablespoons shredded carrot1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon prepared horseradish Preparation In a small bowl, combine cabbage and carrot. In another small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sugar and horseradish. Pour over cabbage mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.