Ingredients 1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese1 small onion, finely chopped1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided4 cups marinara sauce1/2 cup water1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shellsAdditional parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients; stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 4 cups reduced-fat plain yogurt1 cup frozen pitted dark sweet cherries, thawed and quartered1/2 cup cherry juice3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Line a strainer with four layers of cheesecloth or one coffee filter and place over a bowl. Place yogurt in prepared strainer; cover yogurt with edges of cheesecloth. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Remove yogurt from cheesecloth and discard liquid from bowl. Place yogurt in a small bowl; stir in the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 package (13-1/2 ounces) tortilla chips1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, saute chicken until no longer pink. Add tomatoes; cook over medium-high heat for 3 minutes or until tomato juice is reduced....

Ingredients 2 slices swirled rye and pumpernickel bread2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 slices Swiss cheese2 slices deli corned beef 2 tablespoons Thousand Island salad dressingAdditional Thousand Island salad dressing, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Tear bread into 2-in. pieces; place in a blender. Cover and pulse to form coarse crumbs; transfer to a shallow bowl. Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese3/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided2 eggs2 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup apple juice1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine 4 tablespoons flour, cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium red onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped, optional 1/4 teaspoon pepper8 cups vegetable broth1 cup red quinoa, rinsed2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt-added chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained3 medium tomatoes, chopped1 cup fresh or frozen corn1/3 cup minced fresh cilantroOptional ingredients: Crushed tortilla chips, cubed avocado, lime wedges and additional chopped cilantro...

Ingredients 4 cups 2% milk1 cup sugar3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)3 whole cloves2 cups strong brewed coffee1-1/2 cups pisco, aguardiente, grappa or brandy2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, combine milk, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Strain into a large pitcher, discarding spices. Stir in coffee, pisco and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate until chilled....

Ingredients 1 can (7 ounces) whole green chiles2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3 large eggs3 cups whole milk1 cup biscuit/baking mixSeasoned salt to tasteSalsa Preparation Split chiles; rinse and remove seeds. Dry on paper towels. Arrange chilies in an 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with cheeses. In a large bowl, beat eggs; add milk and biscuit mix. Pour over cheese. Sprinkle with salt. Bake at 325° until golden brown, 50-55 minutes....

Ingredients 1 c. unsalted butter 1 c. sugar 3 c. sifted all-purpose flour c. bourbon 1/2 c. dried currants 4 tbsp. heavy cream 2 large eggs Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Put butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until smooth. Add 1 egg, flour, bourbon, and currants; mix until well combined.Step 2Roll out dough on a lightly floured work surface to 1/4 inch thick....

Ingredients 5 cups fresh broccoli florets2 tablespoons butter, melted4 teaspoons soy sauce2 teaspoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon minced garlic Preparation Place broccoli in a large microwave-safe bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over broccoli. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin4-1/2 cups boiling water, divided1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1/4 cup lemon juice1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs3 tablespoons sugar1/4 cup butter, melted2 cups heavy whipping cream Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve orange gelatin in 1-1/2 cups boiling water. Pour into an 8-in. square dish coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until set. Repeat with lime gelatin and raspberry gelatin, placing each in a separate 8-in....

Ingredients 2 c. cilantro sprigs 2 c. mint leaves 6 clove garlic 3 tbsp. chopped fresh ginger 2 serrano chiles 1/2 c. fresh lime juice 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. ground cumin 1 tbsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. ground cloves kosher salt 2 chickens Preparation Step 1In a food processor, combine the cilantro, mint, garlic, ginger, chiles, and lime juice, and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the butter, cumin, black pepper, cloves, and 1 teaspoon of Kosher salt....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten2 cups buttermilk1/4 cup vegetable oil2/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Combine the eggs, buttermilk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour the batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Sprinkle each pancake with 2 teaspoon chocolate chips....

Ingredients Kosher salt 8 oz. lasagna noodles Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling 4 tbsp. butter 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour 3 c. whole milk 3/4 tsp. freshly chopped thyme Large pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan Freshly ground black pepper 2 (10-oz.) bag frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1 small butternut squash (about 1 pound), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices...

Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed1 cup cubed French bread1 tablespoon olive oilDash salt and pepperVINAIGRETTE:1/4 cup rice vinegar2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup olive oil Preparation In a large bowl, gently toss the asparagus, bread, oil, salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until asparagus is tender and bread is golden brown....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs1/3 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons sugarFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons vanilla or white chips1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extractRed liquid or paste food coloringCrushed peppermint candy and whipped topping, optional Preparation Combine the first three ingredients; press onto the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan. Chill. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add flour and mix well....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 large egg, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cardamom, divided 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, 1/2 teaspoon cardamom and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Using a cookie press fitted with a disk of your choice, press dough 1 in....

Ingredients DRESSING:1 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon ground mustard1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seedsSALAD:2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup sliced almonds3 tablespoons sugar8 cups torn romaine1 round (8 ounces) Brie or Camembert cheese, rind removed and cubed1 package (6 ounces) dried cherries Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; set aside. For salad, in a heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add almonds and cook and stir until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons paprika2 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper8-1/2 cups popped popcornRefrigerated butter-flavored spray Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine Parmesan cheese and seasonings. Add popcorn; spritz with butter-flavored spray. Close bag and shake. Continue spritzing and shaking until popcorn is coated.

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/4 cups sugar, divided 3/4 cup canola oil2 to 3 tablespoons grated orange zest2 teaspoons almond extract3 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided 1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup unblanched almonds, coarsely chopped1 cup dark chocolate chips Preparation Whisk eggs and 1 cup sugar until well blended. Add oil, orange zest and extract; whisk until smooth. In another bowl, whisk flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into orange mixture....