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Ingredients 1/2 cup lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon chopped green onion1 teaspoon butter, melted2 beef tenderloin steaks (6 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the crabmeat, cheese, onion and butter. Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Cut a horizontal slit through each steak to within 1/2 in. of the opposite side, forming a pocket. Fill with 1/2 cup crab mixture. Secure with kitchen string if necessary....

Ingredients 1 package (8.1 ounces) apple cinnamon muffin mix1/2 cup All-Bran, crushed1/2 cup dried cranberries1/2 cup milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine the muffin mix, cereal and cranberries. Stir in milk just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in muffin comes out clean. Cool muffins for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack....

Ingredients 1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast1 cup chopped apple1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons fat-free Miracle Whip, divided1/4 cup dried cranberries3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese1/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/8 teaspoon pepper2 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), room temperature1/2 cup fresh baby spinach Preparation In a small bowl, combine the chicken, apple, 1/4 cup Miracle Whip, cranberries, feta cheese, rosemary and pepper. Spread remaining Miracle Whip over tortillas....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 beef cube steaks (6 ounces each)1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil1 small onion, sliced1 can (15 ounces) sliced potatoes, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) French-style green beans, drained1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed golden mushroom soup, undilutedPaprika Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add steaks, one at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown steaks on both sides in oil until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups crushed Holland Rusks or graham crackers1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon6 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:2/3 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups 2% milk3 egg yolks, lightly beaten1 tablespoon butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractMERINGUE:3 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon almond extract6 tablespoons sugar Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients; set aside 2 tablespoons. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon olive oil8 slices marble rye breadTOPPINGS:Horseradish sauceSliced deli pastramiPrepared mustard Preparation In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, egg, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each with your thumb. Brush both sides of patties with oil. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups tricolored spiral pasta1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed1 cup fully cooked salmon chunks or 1 can (7-1/2 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removedMixed salad greens Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the next six ingredients. Drain and rinse pasta in cold water; add to sour cream mixture....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups boiling water1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon saltCOFFEE FROSTING:2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/4 cup half-and-half cream, warmed1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine water and oats. Sprinkle with chocolate chips (do not stir); let stand for 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 cup uncooked spiral pasta1 medium green pepper, chopped1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large saucepan, cook the steak, onion and garlic in oil for 5 minutes or until meat is browned and onion is tender....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil6 green onions, sliced2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/8 teaspoon pepper5 whole wheat English muffins, split, toasted and quartered1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided8 large eggs2-1/2 cups fat-free milk2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add green onions; cook and stir until tender. Add broccoli, red pepper and garlic; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes4 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium onions, cut into 1-inch pieces2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces1 garlic clove, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes1-1/2 cups beef broth1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup quick-cooking tapioca1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt, optional Preparation In a 5-qt....

Ingredients 1/2 lb. ground pork 2 scallions, thinly sliced 2 tsp. mined garlic 1 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tsp. ginger 1/2 tsp. Kosher salt 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1/4 tsp. white pepper 20 to 24 wonton wrapper 1 lb. head- and shell-on shrimp 4 c. cups low-sodium chicken stock 3 c. water 1 large skin-on, bone-in chicken breast (about 7-oz.) 4 scallions 6 ⅛” slices of ginger ginger...

Ingredients 1/2 to 3/4 cup canola oil or bacon drippings2 cups yellow or white cornmeal1 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups waterOptional: Butter and honey Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Add oil to a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet; place in oven. In a large bowl, whisk together all cornmeal, salt and water. Mixture will be thick. Remove skillet from oven. Carefully spread mixture evenly in preheated skillet, spooning some of the oil on top of batter....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup fat-free milk1 tablespoon orange juice1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 teaspoon almond extract2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, choppedTOPPING:1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cold butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg, milk, orange juice, oil and extract; stir into dry ingredients....

Ingredients 12 small red potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)3 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons minced fresh chives1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain. Drizzle oil over the bottom of a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; arrange potatoes over oil. Using a potato masher, flatten potatoes to 1/2-in....

Ingredients 2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens2 large apples, chopped2 cups bagel chips, coarsely crushed1-1/2 cups honey-roasted peanuts1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheeseDRESSING:1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup canola oil1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon poppy seeds1-1/4 teaspoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/4 c. vegetable oil 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs 1/2 tsp. salt tsp. Black pepper 1 tbsp. cumin seeds (optional) 1/2 small red onion 1 lb. large new potatoes 1 tbsp. garam masala or curry powder 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1 c. snow peas 1/4 c. fresh cilantro or mint leaves Lime wedges Preparation Step 1Put a couple tablespoons of oil in a large 12-inch nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over high heat....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1-1/4 pounds tomatoes (5 large), cut into 1/2-inch slices, seeded1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup 4% cottage cheese, lukewarm2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons dill seed1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda1 large egg, room temperature2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation Soften yeast in water; set aside. In bowl combine cottage cheese, sugar, onion, butter, dill seed, salt, soda and egg. Mix until blended. Stir in yeast....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar, divided3 cups 2% milk3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt2 large egg yolks, beaten1/3 cup baking cocoa2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon butter2 teaspoons vanilla extractFresh raspberries, optional Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, combine 1/4 cup sugar and milk. Bring just to a boil, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine cornstarch, salt and remaining sugar; whisk in egg yolks until smooth. Slowly pour hot milk mixture in a thin stream into egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly....