Ingredients 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a small saucepan, combine rice and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 12-15 minutes. Add lime juice, cilantro and nutmeg; fluff with a fork.
Ingredients 1/2 cup red-hot candies1 cup boiling water1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin1 cup applesauce1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup Miracle Whip1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped celery Preparation In a bowl, dissolve candies in water (reheat if necessary). Add gelatin; stir to dissolve. Stir in applesauce. Pour half into an 8-in. square pan that has been lightly coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until firm. Cover and set remaining gelatin mixture aside at room temperature....
Ingredients 1 medium green pepper, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1/2 cup chopped celery1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 pounds ground beef2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drainedTortilla chips, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven or large soup kettle, saute green pepper, onions and celery in oil until tender, about 5 minutes....
Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 medium onion, chopped1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons butter, melted1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli cuts, thawed1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli (about 3 cups), thawed1/4 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; fold in broccoli. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish....
Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls1/2 pound bacon strips, chopped1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, finely chopped1 small green pepper, finely chopped1 tablespoon butter8 large eggs, lightly beaten3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sour cream1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning2 plum tomatoes, chopped1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheesePicante sauce and additional sour cream, optional Preparation Unroll crescent dough into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; seal seams and perforations....
Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese1 cup 4% cottage cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided1 jar (15 ounces) roasted garlic Alfredo sauce2 cups cubed cooked chicken2 cups cubed cooked ham1/4 teaspoon garlic powder6 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, ricotta, cottage cheese, Parmesan and 1/4 cup parsley; set aside....
Ingredients 3 quarts popped popcorn1 package (15 ounces) Corn Pops1 package (15 ounces) corn chips2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) vanilla or white chips Preparation In several large bowls, combine the popcorn, Corn Pops and corn chips. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt chips; stir until smooth. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat. Spread onto two 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Cool. Store in airtight containers.
Ingredients 3 cups chopped peeled apples2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup sugarTOPPING:3 packets (1.51 ounces each) instant oatmeal with cinnamon and spice3/4 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, meltedWhole cranberries for garnishVanilla ice cream, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine first four ingredients and mix well. Place in a 2-qt. baking dish; set aside. For topping, combine oatmeal, nuts, flour, sugar and butter in another bowl....
Ingredients 8 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed1 large red onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon white pepper1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup half-and-half creamOptional toppings: Salad croutons, crumbled cooked bacon, chives and additional shredded sharp cheddar cheese Preparation Combine the first 7 ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker....
Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups chicken broth2 cups cubed cooked turkey1 cup milk1/2 cup cubed Swiss cheese1 tablespoon diced pimientos, drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegHot cooked long grain and wild rice mix Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes....
Ingredients 8 cups chopped carrots6 cups chopped peeled parsnips4 cups chicken broth3 cups water2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon peeled grated horseradish1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot2 cups buttermilkSour creamFresh dill sprigs, optional Preparation Place first six ingredients in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until vegetables are very tender, 25-30 minutes. In a small skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute onion, garlic, horseradish and ginger until onion is tender....
Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) frozen popcorn chicken1 package (8 ounces) shredded lettuce2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup Buffalo wing sauce4 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmedOptional: Ranch or chipotle ranch salad dressing Preparation Cook chicken according to package directions; coarsely chop chicken. In a large bowl, mix chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and cheese. Drizzle with wing sauce; toss to coat. Spoon 1-1/2 cups chicken mixture down center of each tortilla....
Ingredients Cooking spray 4 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and finely diced 4 tbsp. melted butter 2 c. packed brown sugar 1/4 c. water 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg (optional) Pinch kosher salt 1 1/2 c. mini marshmallows 1/2 c. whole pecans Preparation Step 1Grease slow cooker bowl with cooking spray and add sweet potatoes.Step 2 In a medium bowl, combine butter, sugar, water, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg if using, and a pinch of salt....
Ingredients 3 tbsp. madras curry powder 2 tsp. Freshly ground pepper 2 stalk lemongrass 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice c. canola oil 2 tbsp. canola oil salt 3 lb. chicken thighs 8 small shallots 1 small red onion 5 clove garlic 6 slice peeled fresh ginger 3 macadamia nuts 5 dried Asian chiles 1 can unsweetened coconut milk 1 tbsp. light brown sugar 1 1/2 tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut Preparation Step 1In a bowl, combine the curry powder, pepper, lemongrass, lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of the oil....
Ingredients 2 lb. celery 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 3 can whole peeled tomatoes with juice 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 8 oz. aquavit or vodka 1 head fennel Coarse salt Hot sauce, such as Tabasco freshly grated horseradish Fleur de sel or coarse salt Freshly ground pepper Lime wedges Preparation Step 1Make the celery ice: Pass celery and fennel through an electric juicer (you should have about 3 cups). Stir in lemon juice; season with salt....
Ingredients 1/2 cup white wine vinegar1/4 cup water1 bay leaf1 whole clove1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon saltSugar substitute equivalent to 3 tablespoons sugar1 can (15 ounces) sliced beets, drained Preparation In a saucepan, bring the vinegar, water, bay leaf, clove, pepper and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar substitute until dissolved. Pour over beets. Cover and refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight....
Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 teaspoon dill weed1 tube (10 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the butter, onion and dill. Cut biscuits in half lengthwise; toss in butter mixture. Arrange in a single layer in an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.
Ingredients 1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping2 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each), chopped12 pecan shortbread cookies, crushed3 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup pecan halves, toasted, divided1/2 gallon butter pecan ice cream, slightly softened1/2 gallon chocolate ice cream, slightly softened Preparation For caramel sauce, heat caramel topping and candy bars in a microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes or until candy bars are melted, stirring every 30 seconds. Cool....
Ingredients 2/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes4 cups torn leaf lettuce2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 pint cherry tomatoes, optional Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, salt and red pepper flakes. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken and tomatoes if desired. Pour over salad; toss to coat.
Ingredients 1 bottle (16 ounces) reduced-fat poppy seed salad dressing, divided2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped8 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Place 1 cup dressing in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Drain and discard marinade....
