Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) crushed unsweetened pineapple, undrained3/4 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup fat-free sour cream3/4 teaspoon coconut extract1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mixFresh pineapple, grapes and strawberries or other fruit Preparation In a blender, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process for 1 minute or until smooth. Serve with fruit. Store in the refrigerator.
Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped pecans1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a small skillet, toast pecans in butter for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool. In a heavy saucepan, heat half-and-half to 175°; stir in the brown sugar until dissolved. Whisk a small amount of hot cream mixture into the eggs; return all to the pan, whisking constantly....
Ingredients 1 medium onion, sliced1 medium green pepper, sliced1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons canola oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper8 slices sourdough bread16 slices Colby-Monterey Jack or Swiss cheese, divided8 slices deli roast beef1/2 cup butter, softenedGarlic salt, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute the onion, green pepper, mushrooms and garlic in oil until tender; sprinkle with salt and pepper. On four slices of bread, layer two slices of cheese, two slices of beef and a fourth of the vegetable mixture....
Ingredients 2 cups sugar1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup strong brewed coffee1 cup buttermilk1/2 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add the eggs, coffee, buttermilk, oil and vanilla; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes (batter will be thin). Pour into a greased and floured 10-in....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 egg1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 cup finely crushed cornflakes1 cup strawberry jam Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add egg; mix well. Gradually add dry cake mix and cornflakes. Set aside 1-1/2 cups for topping. Press remaining dough into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Carefully spread jam over crust. Sprinkle with reserved dough; gently press down....
Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegDash salt4 medium unpeeled tart apples, thickly sliced1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries Preparation In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Cook over medium heat for 15-17 minutes or until the apples are tender and the sauce is slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
Ingredients Cooking spray 2 boxes white cake mix (plus ingredients called for on box) 1 (3.4-o.) box orange Jell-O 4 c. (8 sticks) butter, softened 13 c. powdered sugar 1/2 c. whole milk, plus more if needed Orange food coloring Preparation Step 1Make cake: Preheat oven to 350° and line three 8" cake pans with parchment paper. Grease with cooking spray. In a large bowl, prepare cake mixes according to package instructions....
Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1-1/3 cups water1/2 cup milk1 package (4.9 ounces) creamy garlic shellsShredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink....
Ingredients 2/3 cup shortening1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1/4 cup orange juice2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup diced peeled apple3/4 cup raisins3/4 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs and orange juice; beat well. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; stir into creamed mixture. Stir in apple, raisins and pecans. Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until bread tests done....
Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds salmon fillet1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1 teaspoon olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs, divided1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional2 large egg whites, lightly beatenCooking spraySAUCE:1/4 cup reduced-fat plain Greek yogurt1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill3/4 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped Preparation Place salmon on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon pepper....
Ingredients 2 cups dried black beans, rinsed1 bay leaf3 medium green peppers, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1/2 cup olive oil6 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree1/2 cup sherry or chicken broth2 tablespoons sugar3/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Place beans in a large saucepan; add 6 cups water and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours....
Ingredients 1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped onion1 teaspoon olive oil1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon curry powder1-1/2 cups cooked barley1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted1/4 cup raisins1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute celery and onion in oil for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the garlic and curry; saute for 1 minute. Warm barley in the microwave; stir into skillet. Add the remaining ingredients; cook and stir until heated through....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups packed brown sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking sodaFILLING:2-1/2 cups chopped dates1 cup sugar1 cup water1 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide into four portions....
Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, cubed4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped3 large eggs, room temperature2 cups sugar1/3 cup Nutella1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups coarsely chopped hazelnuts, toasted, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in chocolate mixture, Nutella and liqueur. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to mixture....
Ingredients 1 boneless pork sirloin roast (3 to 4 pounds)1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon pepper2 medium onions, cut into thin wedges1 cup plus 3 tablespoons orange juice, divided1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon white grapefruit juice1 tablespoon steak sauce1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons cornstarchHot cooked egg noodlesMinced fresh oregano, optional Preparation Cut roast in half. In a small bowl, combine the oregano, ginger and pepper; rub over pork....
Ingredients 6 cups torn iceberg lettuce2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped3/4 cup diced fully cooked ham2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped3/4 cup diced cooked turkey1-1/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup crumbled blue cheeseSalad dressing of choiceOptional: Sliced ripe olives and lemon wedges Preparation Place lettuce on a platter or in a large serving bowl. Arrange remaining ingredients in rows or sections as desired. Serve with dressing of choice; if desired, serve with sliced ripe olives and lemon wedges....
Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1/2 cup chopped avocado4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 celery rib, thinly sliced1 green onion, sliced2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon honey1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil4 romaine leaves, torn4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed1 medium tomato, chopped Preparation In a small bowl, combine chicken, avocado, bacon, celery, onion, olives and cheese....
Ingredients 10 pounds salad potatoes, cooked, peeled and cubed12 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped4 celery ribs, chopped5 radishes, sliced1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup chopped green pepperSalt and pepper to taste6 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 cup milkLeaf lettucePaprikaMinced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, celery, radishes, onion, green pepper, salt and pepper. In another large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugars, vanilla and mustard....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup yellow cornmeal3 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons sugar1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold butter1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture crumbly. Stir in cheese and milk just until moistened. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto a ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until light golden brown....
Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh crabmeat6 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed, and cut into 1/4-inch cubes2-1/2 cups finely chopped peeled ripe pears1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham2 teaspoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, mincedDash pepper14 sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)3/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; set aside. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; brush with butter....
