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Ingredients 1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained1 cup sugar2 cups miniature marshmallows1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a food processor, cover and process cranberries until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in pineapple and sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, fold in marshmallows, whipped cream and pecans. If desired, top with additional chopped pecans.

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon onion salt1/8 teaspoon pepperHot cooked egg noodles, optional Preparation Place chicken breasts in a large nonstick skillet. Add 1/2 cup of broth. Cover and simmer until juices run clear, 10-12 minutes, turning once. Remove chicken from pan; keep warm....

Ingredients 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/3 cup chunky salsa2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish, drained1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce2 tablespoons chopped celery2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion2 tablespoons chopped green pepper2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepperAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, salsa, pickle relish and pepper sauce until blended. Stir in the celery, onion and peppers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with vegetables....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing mix4 whole pita breads1 to 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch slicesLemon-pepper seasoning Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and salad dressing mix until combined. Split pita breads in half, forming two circles. Spread cream cheese mixture over pita circles; cut each into six wedges. Top with cucumbers; sprinkle with lemon-pepper.

Ingredients 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds)2 tablespoons olive oil6 medium carrots, cut into chunks1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 medium onion, sliced2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon sugar2 teaspoons salt, divided1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup hot water1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder2 tablespoons cold butter3/4 cup milk2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons chopped pimientos Preparation In a Dutch oven, brown roast in oil on all sides; drain....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 cup canola oil1/2 cup half-and-half cream2 eggs1/4 cup Dijon mustard1 teaspoon minced garlic2 tablespoons butter2 packages (9 ounces each) fresh baby spinachPaprika, optional Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness; coat with flour mixture. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 c. sugar 2 large egg yolks 3 oz. semisweet chocolate 4 oz. salted shelled pistachios 1 large egg white tsp. pure vanilla extract Pinch of coarse salt 6 oz. bittersweet chocolate 1 tbsp. vegetable shortening Slivered, unsalted, shelled pistachios (optional) Preparation Step 1Make filling: Bring 1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved; set aside....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 c. finely chopped onion 1 tbsp. minced jalapeno pepper Salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. apple cider vinegar 1 uncooked pork chorizo sausage (about 1/4 pound) 1 c. Bisquick 2 eggs 1/3 c. milk 1/3 c. finely chopped fresh tomato 1/3 c. grated sharp white Cheddar cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped mixed candied fruit1/4 cup orange juice1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons grated orange zest1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon salt5-1/4 to 5-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup chopped almondsConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Soak raisins and fruit in orange juice; set aside. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water....

Ingredients 1 cup cooked vermicelli1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup pickled whole mushrooms, sliced1/4 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives1 tablespoon diced pimientos1 teaspoon Salad Supreme Seasoning Preparation In a serving bowl, combine all of the ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Ingredients 4 cups Golden Grahams1 cup dry-roasted peanuts1 cup dried banana chips1 cup raisins1 cup milk chocolate M&M’s Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces4 green onions, sliced3 bacon strips, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 large tomato, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)4 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation In a large skillet, saute the green pepper, onions, bacon and celery until vegetables are tender and bacon is crisp; drain. Add the tomato, salt and pepper; heat through. Place each fillet on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in....

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed1/2 cup chopped cooked peeled shrimp1/4 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 cup butter, melted, divided2 tablespoons whipped cream cheese2 teaspoons minced chives1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley4 sole fillets (6 ounces each)1-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the crab, shrimp, bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons butter, cream cheese, chives, garlic, lemon zest and parsley....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups sour cream1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce1/2 cup finely chopped pecansICING:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar4-1/2 teaspoons water1/2 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in extract....

Ingredients 8 medium red potatoes (about 2 pounds), cut into 1-in. slices2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup fat-free mayonnaise2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1 dill pickle spear, chopped3 tablespoons dill pickle juice1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard Preparation Place the first five ingredients in a large bowl; toss to coat. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill potatoes, covered, over medium heat until tender, 25-30 minutes, turning once....

Ingredients 3 cups hot strong brewed coffee4 ounces Irish cream liqueurSweetened whipped cream, optionalChocolate shavings, optional Preparation Divide coffee and liqueur among 4 mugs; stir. If desired, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli, carrots and cauliflower1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable garden vegetable cream cheese1/2 to 1 cup seasoned croutons Preparation Prepare vegetables according to package directions; drain and place in a large bowl. Stir in soup and cream cheese. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with croutons. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25 minutes or until bubbly....

Ingredients 1/3 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups mashed potato flakes4 orange roughy, cod or haddock fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray; set aside. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, oil, oregano, salt and pepper. Place the potato flakes in another bowl. Dip fillets in lemon juice mixture, then coat with potato flakes....

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1/2 pound chicken livers, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped3 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley3 tablespoons butter1 garlic clove, minced1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce3 cups cooked rice Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook sausage for 2-3 minutes; stir in chicken livers. Cook until sausage and chicken livers are no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. cake flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/8 tsp. salt 1/3 c. canola oil 1 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. lemon extract 1 tsp. lemon zest 5 eggs 1 c. whole milk 1/2 c. sweetened condensed milk 1/2 c. cream of coconut 1 1/2 c. heavy cream 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 c. toasted shredded coconut 1/4 c. store-bought caramel sauce Preparation Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a small mixing bowl....