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Ingredients 2 tablespoons each lemon, lime and orange juices1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon honey1 small garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (17.6 ounces) turkey breast cutlets Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the juices, cilantro, oil, honey, garlic and seasonings; add turkey. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate 2 hours. Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil, using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly....

Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon butter1/2 cup mayonnaiseTorn mixed salad greens Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, mustard and salt. Stir in egg until smooth. Gradually add vinegar and water. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3 minutes or until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon....

Ingredients 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons fat-free milk1 teaspoon dill weed1 cup cubed fully cooked lean ham2 tablespoons diced onion1 celery rib, diced2 tablespoons diced pimientos1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 egg white, beaten Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, milk and dill until blended. Stir in the ham, onion, celery and pimientos. Roll out pizza dough into a 12-in. x 10-in. rectangle; cut in half lengthwise and widthwise....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced6 ounces sliced deli turkey, coarsely chopped6 cherry tomatoes, halved2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar6 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/4 cup alfalfa sprouts, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add turkey; heat through. Stir in tomatoes and vinegar just until combined....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) devil’s food cake mix3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chunks1/2 cup hot fudge ice cream topping1-1/2 cups fresh raspberries Preparation Grease a 9-in. heart-shaped baking pan. Line with waxed paper; grease and flour the paper. Set aside. Prepare cake batter according to package directions; stir in chocolate chunks. Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10 large)3/4 cup cake flour1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided1/4 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon saltCHOCOLATE FLUFF FROSTING:2 cups heavy whipping cream1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup baking cocoaDash salt Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift the flour, 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar and cocoa three times....

Ingredients 12 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)4 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dried thymeSalt and pepper to taste1 tablespoon canola oil2 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/2 cups pineapple juice1/2 cup water1/2 cup Dijon mustard1/3 cup honeyHot cooked rice or noodles Preparation Rub chicken with garlic and thyme. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil until a thermometer reads 165°. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, pineapple juice and water until smooth....

Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/4 c. cake flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. (2 sticks) cold butter, cubed 2/3 c. packed brown sugar 2/3 c. granulated sugar 2 c. dark chocolate chips 1 c. very coarsely chopped walnuts, lightly toasted 2 large eggs, lightly beaten Preparation Step 1Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt....

Ingredients 8 cups water2 pounds pearl onions2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups shredded carrots Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add onions; boil for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel and set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add the cream, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up1/2 cup butter, cubed3/4 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, divided3/4 to 1 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon salt2 egg yolksHot cooked noodles Preparation In a skillet, cook chicken in butter over medium-low heat for 40 minutes. Transfer chicken to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes, or until juices run clear. Meanwhile, in the same skillet, saute mushrooms for 15 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 2 cups hot mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)2-1/2 cups sugar2 cups buttermilk2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground nutmeg6-1/2 to 7 cups all-purpose flourOil for deep-fat fryingFAST FUDGE FROSTING:3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup boiling water1/3 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, sugar, buttermilk and eggs....

Ingredients 1 cup biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon dill weed1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup canola oil3 cups chopped zucchini1 large onion, chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, Parmesan cheese, dill, salt and pepper. Add eggs and oil. Stir in zucchini and onion until blended. Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients nonstick cooking spray 14 oz. semisweet chocolate (do not use chips) 2 container part-skim ricotta cheese 3/4 c. heavy cream 1 package chocolate wafers (about 44 cookies) Preparation Step 1Prepare pan: Remove sides from a 9-inch round springform pan (see note, below). Place a sheet of waxed paper over bottom, leaving an overhang; lock sides onto bottom, firmly securing paper. Spray inside of pan with cooking spray; line sides with a strip of waxed paper 28 inches long and 4 inches wide....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 20 squares)1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa6 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted1 teaspoon almond extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractTOPPING:1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon honey Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and cocoa; stir in butter until crumbly. Press onto the bottom and 1-in....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup water1/2 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup baking cocoa2 eggs1/2 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon baking sodaFROSTING:1/2 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup finely chopped walnuts Preparation In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. In a saucepan, combine the water, oil, butter and cocoa; bring just to a boil over medium heat....

Ingredients 3/4 c. boiling water 1/2 c. finely ground espresso (1 ounce) 1/4 c. plus 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon 2 oz. bittersweet or semisweet chocolate 1 c. heavy cream 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract chilled club soda Preparation Step 1In a glass measuring cup, pour the boiling water over the espresso. Cover the measuring cup with a small plate and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain the espresso through a paper filter into a small saucepan....

Ingredients 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar3/4 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups whipped toppingTOPPING:2 cups boiling water2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened raspberries or sliced strawberriesAdditional whipped topping, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 300° In a large bowl, mix flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce6 tablespoons cream cheese, softened6 onion bagels or flavor of your choice, split and toasted1 pound thinly sliced cooked turkey Preparation In a bowl, mash mandarin oranges with a fork. Stir in cranberry sauce. Spread cream cheese over the bottom of each bagel; top with turkey and cran-orange sauce. Replace bagel tops.

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt, optional 3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla and, if desired, salt until fluffy. Gradually beat in enough confectioners’ sugar to achieve desired consistency. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered3 cups fresh or frozen peas2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk1 cup half-and-half cream Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with 1 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 8-12 minutes. Drain. Meanwhile, place peas and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil....