Ingredients 4 medium red potatoes, quartered3 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces2 medium leeks (white portion only), thinly sliced3/4 cup fresh baby carrots4 chicken leg quarters, skin removed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup with herbs, undiluted2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, place the potatoes, parsnips, leeks, carrots and chicken; pour soup over top....

Ingredients Grated zest and juice of 2 limes 1 clove garlic salt Freshly ground pepper c. olive oil 1 can black beans 2 c. fresh corn kernels 2 c. cherry tomatoes 4 canned green chilies 1 c. corn oil 4 corn tortillas 1 head romaine lettuce 2 c. shredded cooked chicken meat 1 avocado fresh cilantro leaves sliced green onion Preparation Step 1To make the vinaigrette, in a bowl, whisk together the lime zest and juice, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon canola oil2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened pineapple chunks1 teaspoon cornstarch1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce or reduced-sodium soy sauce1/8 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice Preparation Flatten the chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place flour in a large shallow dish; add chicken and turn to coat. In a large skillet, brown chicken over medium heat in oil until juices run clear, 3-5 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)4 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary Preparation In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon butter until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. Add wine to pan; cook over medium-low heat, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Add cream and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup crushed corn chips2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika1 large egg1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips4 tablespoons butter Preparation In a shallow bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In another shallow bowl, beat egg. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in corn chip mixture. In a large skillet, cook half of the chicken in 2 tablespoons butter for 8-10 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked spiral pasta2 cups cubed cooked turkey1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen snow peas, thawed1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions1/4 cup diced celery1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons soy sauce1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 cup salted cashews halves, divided Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water....

Ingredients 1 tube (7 ounces) almond paste4 ounces sliced almonds1-1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon shortening Preparation Divide almond paste into six equal portions. Form each into a cone shape, about 1-1/2 in. tall and 1 in. in diameter. Beginning at the base, insert pointed end of almonds into paste to resemble a pinecone. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Insert a toothpick into bottom of each cone....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. hazelnuts 1 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar 1 pinch salt 1 large egg white 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spread the hazelnuts on a large rimmed baking sheet and toast for about 12 minutes, until the nuts are fragrant, and the skins blister. Transfer the hazelnuts to a kitchen towel and let cool, then rub them together to remove their skins....

Ingredients 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda 14 tbsp. unsalted butter 3/4 c. granulated sugar 1/4 c. packed light-brown sugar 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 c. semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda; set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter with both sugars; beat on medium speed until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium onions, quartered and sliced4 pounds medium red potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 8 cups) 1 tablespoon saltDRESSING:2/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup tarragon vinegar or white wine vinegar1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes1/4 cup whole-grain Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onions until softened, 2-4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup cream-style cottage cheese1/4 cup fat-free milk2 to 3 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. In a large bowl, mash potatoes with sour cream, cottage cheese and milk; stir in onions....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2 cups coarsely chopped broccoli3/4 cup chopped carrots1/2 cup chopped celery1 small onion, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 large egg yolk1 cup heavy whipping cream1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a heavy 4-qt. saucepan, melt butter; add flour. Gradually add the broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups quick-cooking oats3/4 cup sugar plus 2 tablespoons sugar1/3 cup oat flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup chopped dried apricots1/2 cup each dried cherries and cranberries1/2 cup flaked coconut1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts1/2 cup unsalted sunflower kernels1/4 cup honey or maple syrup2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon water Preparation In a large bowl, combine oats, sugar, oat flour, salt and cinnamon; mix well....

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (4 pounds)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 tablespoons prepared pesto1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup chicken broth1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds....

Ingredients 1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1" thick nuggets 1 c. flour 2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. buttermilk 1 Egg, lightly beaten 1 c. panko Vegetable oil, for frying 12 frozen mini waffles, toasted Maple syrup, for drizzling 2 tbsp. melted butter Preparation Step 1In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg and buttermilk. Pour panko into a third bowl....

Ingredients 1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 large onion, chopped1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)1 bay leaf3 whole cloves1 tablespoon canola oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour creamHot cooked rice Preparation Place potato in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 10-15 minutes....

Ingredients 2 large bananas 2 tbsp. curry powder 2 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. dry mustard 3 tbsp. butter Grated zest of 1 lime 4 tsp. lime juice 1 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3/4 c. water 4 bone-in chicken breasts 1 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley (optional) Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 450°F. In a food processor or blender, puree the bananas, curry powder, coriander, dry mustard, butter, lime zest, lime juice, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup of the water....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed2 tablespoons butter4 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, combine cream cheese and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until smooth. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook for 5 minutes or until heated through. Serve with a slotted spoon....

Ingredients 1 carton (8 ounces) Mascarpone cheese3/4 cup minced fresh chives3/4 cup sour cream4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperPITA CHIPS:8 whole wheat pita breads (6 inches)1/4 cup minced fresh oregano1/4 cup olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepperAssorted fresh vegetables Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Chill until serving. Cut each pita bread into six wedges; arrange in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa3 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup chopped walnutsCHOCOLATE CHIP LAYER:1/2 cup butter1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 9-in. square baking pan with foil, letting ends extend up sides; grease foil. In a microwave, melt butter in a large microwave-safe bowl....