Ingredients 3/4 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup orange juice1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, undrained3/4 cup fat-free reduced-sugar orange creme yogurt1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix12 to 15 ice cubes Preparation In a blender, combine the milk, orange juice, oranges, yogurt, pudding mix and ice cubes; cover and process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Stir if necessary. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped (about 6 cups)1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup butter1 teaspoon whole peppercorns2 garlic cloves, crushed1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large saucepan, cover cauliflower with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until cauliflower is tender, 10-12 minutes; drain and return to pan. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat....

Ingredients 2 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped1 cup peanut butter3 cups crisp rice cereal2 cups dry roasted peanuts2 cups miniature marshmallows Preparation In a microwave, heat candy coating at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients. Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let stand until set.

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups finely chopped pecans1-2/3 cups finely chopped walnuts1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup butter, melted24 sheets phyllo dough (14x9-inch size)SYRUP:1 cup water1 cup honey1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extractDRIZZLE:1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate chips1 teaspoon shortening Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix the first six ingredients. Brush a 13x9-in. baking pan with some of the butter....

Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup whole milk1 large egg2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:2-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup half-and-half cream1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract1/4 teaspoon saltGreen food coloring Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in milk and egg. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup quick-cooking oats1/4 cup finely chopped walnutsFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup thawed apple juice concentrate3 large eggs, lightly beatenTOPPING:1 tablespoon butter2 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup thawed apple juice concentrate Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a bowl, beat butter, brown sugar and cinnamon until blended....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups cornstarch6-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1-1/2 cups cold water1/2 teaspoon canola oil2-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveinedAdditional oil for deep-fat frying1/2 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons honey Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Stir in water and oil until smooth. Place coconut in another bowl. Dip shrimp into batter, then coat with coconut....

Ingredients 2 cups cold 2% milk1 package (5.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1/2 cup sour creamAdditional whipped topping, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in whipped topping and sour cream. Pour into individual dessert dishes. Dollop with whipped topping if desired.

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped red onion1/4 cup pickled jalapeno slices, chopped1/4 cup coleslaw salad dressing1 tablespoon juice from pickled jalapeno slices1 tablespoon lime juice2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)1/4 cup frozen corn3 cups chopped romaine1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/4 cup chopped seeded tomatoes1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup tri-color tortilla strips Preparation Place the first 5 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well....

Ingredients 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 large tomatoes, finely chopped1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro2 garlic cloves, mincedDRESSING:2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons white vinegar2 tablespoons canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients; pour over corn mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1 cup heavy whipping cream, whippedAdditional grated orange zest, optionalFresh mint, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, orange zest and allspice. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into dessert dishes. Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with orange peel and mint if desired.

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed2 large pears, peeled and slicedSugar substitute equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup sugar6 teaspoons all-purpose flour, divided3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup old-fashioned oats2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened1/4 cup chopped walnutsLow-fat vanilla frozen yogurt, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place cranberries and pears in a large bowl. Mix sugar substitute, sugar, 1 teaspoon flour and cinnamon; toss with fruit....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup water2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon canola oil1-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup all-purpose flour4-1/2 teaspoons baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 8-1/2x4-1/2-in. loaf pan. In a small bowl, beat the sugar, water, oil, vinegar and vanilla until well blended. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon plus 1 cup butter, divided 4 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme4-1/2 cups sugar1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup chopped walnuts, optional Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Place chocolate chips, remaining butter and marshmallow creme in bowl of a stand mixer. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar and milk. Bring to a rapid boil over medium heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion 2 large cloves garlic 7 large russet potatoes (4 pounds) 10 c. chicken stock 1/2 c. chopped toasted walnuts 1/2 c. sage leaves 1/2 c. parsley leaves 1/4 c. grated Pecorino cheese 1 tsp. salt Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan or stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown, about 12 to 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni1 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons butter4-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix1 teaspoon garlic pepper blend1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded Colby cheese1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup crushed Saltines1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, combine the milk, butter, dressing mix and seasonings; heat through. Stir in Monterey Jack and Colby cheeses until melted....

Ingredients 1 cup buttermilk4 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup caramel ice cream topping, dividedFROSTING:1 tablespoon baking cocoa2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/4 cup boiling water1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted Preparation Microwave buttermilk just until warmed, 30-45 seconds....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups old-fashioned oats1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed2-1/2 cups chopped dates3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup water1/2 cup chopped walnutsWhipped topping Preparation In a large bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. In a large saucepan, combine the dates, sugar and water....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups tropical punch1 cup cranberry juice1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice1/3 cup lemon juice2 to 3 cups chilled ginger ale1 pint raspberry sherbet Preparation In a 2-qt. container, combine the punch and juices. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, transfer to a small punch bowl. Stir in ginger ale; top with scoops of sherbet.

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 envelope onion soup mix1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)SAUCE:1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce3/4 cup ketchup1/2 cup beef broth3 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 teaspoons cider vinegar Preparation In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place a third of the meatballs on a microwave-safe plate....