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Ingredients 1 loaf whole wheat boule or sourdough bread (1 pound), cut into 1-in. cubes1 cup balsamic vinaigrette, divided4 cups torn mixed salad greens2 medium zucchini, cubed2 medium yellow zucchini, cubed2 cups cubed peeled ripe papaya2 cups grape tomatoes8 thin slices sweet onion, quartered Preparation In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with 2/3 cup vinaigrette. Transfer to baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 14-16 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef4 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3 medium carrots, sliced2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped celery4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1 cup cut fresh or frozen green beans Preparation In a large saucepan, brown beef; drain. Add the next 10 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes and carrots are tender....

Ingredients 3/4 cup mayonnaise3/4 cup sour cream2 packages (2 ounces each) thinly sliced deli corned beef, chopped1/4 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1 to 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish, optional3 to 4 bagels, cut into bite-size pieces Preparation In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream. Stir in the corned beef, onion, parsley, seasoned salt and horseradish if desired. Serve with bagel pieces.

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup cornmeal1 teaspoon salt2 cups 2% milk1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 large eggs, room temperature4-1/2 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butter, meltedOptional: Olive oil and balsamic vinegar Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the sugar, cornmeal and salt. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cook and stir until thickened, 5-10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons chopped onion1/4 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups milk2 beef bouillon cubes1 cup half-and-half cream1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 4 teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoons sugar1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon white vinegarEGG FOO YONG:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 large eggs1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and sugar. Stir in the broth, soy sauce and vinegar until smooth....

Ingredients 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream4 ounces dark chocolate candy bar, chopped1/2 cup 2% milk3 tablespoons sugar1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)Cinnamon whiskey, optionalHeavy whipping cream, whippedAdditional cinnamon sticks, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, heat the first five ingredients over medium heat just until mixture comes to a simmer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Discard cinnamon stick; if desired, stir in cinnamon whiskey. Pour into mugs; top with whipped cream. Serve with cinnamon sticks if desired....

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1 medium unpeeled tart apple, diced1 celery rib, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Combine the cranberry sauce, apple and celery. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Stir in walnuts just before serving.

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed3 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup sugar2 medium apples, diced1/2 cup halved seedless red grapes1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/4 teaspoon salt1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Coarsely chop the cranberries; place in a large bowl. Stir in marshmallows and sugar. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Just before serving, stir in the apples, grapes, walnuts and salt. Fold in whipped topping....

Ingredients 7 oz. dried udon noodles 1/2 c. plus 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 c. panko (Japanese bread crumbs) 6 oz. firm tofu 1 egg yolk 3/4 lb. mixed mushrooms 1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 1 clove clove 3/4 lb. baby bok choy 2 tbsp. oyster sauce 1 1/2 tbsp. hoisin sauce Preparation Step 1Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the udon and cook until tender, 5 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk2 cups quick-cooking oats1 cup finely chopped onion2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper3 pounds ground beefSAUCE:2 cups ketchup1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup chopped onion Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place in 3 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Combine the sauce ingredients; pour over meatballs....

Ingredients 6 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup cake flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltYELLOW CAKE:6 large egg yolks2 tablespoons warm water1/2 cup cake flour1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractFROSTING:1/2 cup sugar4 teaspoons all-purpose flourPinch salt1 cup pineapple juice1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 3/4 cup cold fat-free milk1 package (1.4 ounces) sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed1 tablespoon chocolate cookie crumbs Preparation In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes (mixture will be very thick). In a bowl, beat the sour cream, cream cheese and vanilla. Add pudding; mix well. Fold in whipped topping....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 tablespoons dried oregano4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided3 cups 2% cottage cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes12 no-cook lasagna noodles Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 12 large eggs6 tablespoons half-and-half cream, milk or water1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped green pepper2 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons butter1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a bowl, beat the eggs, cream, salt and pepper until combined; set aside. In a large skillet, saute the peppers and onions in butter for 2 minutes. Add egg mixture; cook and stir over medium heat until eggs are completely set....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth6 cups torn mixed salad greens2 cups halved fresh strawberriesCITRUS DRESSING:1/2 cup fresh strawberries, hulled1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation Place chicken in a large skillet; add broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 1 pound mild or hot bulk pork sausage1/2 cup butter, cubed2 cups chopped onion1-1/2 cups chopped celery2 cups soft bread crumbs2 large eggs, room temperature, beaten1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 to 3 tablespoons sage5 cups crumbled yellow cornbread Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 8x8-in. baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles....

Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup cold butter1 cup buttermilk1 cup dried cranberries1 teaspoon grated orange zest1 tablespoon whole milk1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda; cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in the buttermilk just until combined. Fold in the cranberries and orange zest....

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin1 cup boiling water4 cups cranberry juice2 cups cold water2 cups rum1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed6 cups lemon-lime soda Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in the cranberry juice, cold water, rum and concentrates. Transfer to a 3-quart freezer container. Cover and freeze for 12 hours, stirring occasionally. May be frozen for up to 1 month....

Ingredients 5 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cooked4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground nutmegDash salt1 cup miniature marshmallows Preparation In a large bowl, mash sweet potatoes. Add eggs, orange juice, butter, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg and salt; mix well. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Bake at 350° until set, 35-40 minutes. Top with marshmallows; return to oven until they just begin to puff and melt, 5-10 minutes....