Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, cubed1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano18 jalapeno peppers (about 3 inches long), halved lengthwise and seeded2 large egg whites1 tablespoon fat-free milk1-1/2 cups crushed cornflakes Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; beat until blended. Spoon into pepper halves, packing tightly. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg whites and milk. Place cornflakes in another shallow bowl....

Ingredients 2 pints cherry tomatoes1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup finely chopped green onions1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp. Invert the tomatoes on a paper towel to drain. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Spoon into tomatoes. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal2 cups old-fashioned oats1/4 cup toasted wheat germ1 cup corn syrup1 cup peanut butter1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cereal, oats and wheat germ. In a small saucepan, combine the corn syrup, peanut butter and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat until peanut butter is melted, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla. Pour over cereal mixture; mix well....

Ingredients 12 frozen crispy chicken strips (about 18 ounces)1/2 cup honey2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce8 frozen waffles, toasted Preparation Bake chicken strips according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix honey and pepper sauce. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; serve on waffles. Drizzle with honey mixture.

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked wide egg noodles1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted2/3 cup evaporated milk1/2 teaspoon salt6 ounces cubed process cheese (Velveeta)2 cups diced cooked chicken1 cup diced celery1/4 cup diced green pepper1/4 cup diced pimientos3/4 cup dry bread crumbs3 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup slivered almonds Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the soup, milk and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 3 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped3/4 cup chopped sweet onion1 tablespoon olive oil2 quarts chicken broth3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1-1/2 cups uncooked alphabet pasta3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the carrots, celery and onion in oil until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in the broth, chicken and thyme. Bring to a boil. Stir in pasta. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour4 teaspoons seasoned salt1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup canola oil Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness, then cut into 1-1/2-in. pieces. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, to dish and turn to coat. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil in batches until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 teaspoon paprika1/3 cup butter, divided2 medium zucchini, julienned4 small carrots, julienned4 large mushrooms, sliced2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Sprinkle chicken with paprika. In a large skillet, brown chicken in 2 teaspoons butter. Place the vegetables in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with chicken. Melt the remaining butter; stir in the tarragon, lemon juice, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust2/3 cup Thai peanut sauce2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 green onions, chopped1/2 cup bean sprouts1/2 cup shredded carrot Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan or baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine peanut sauce, soy sauce and peanut butter. Add chicken; toss to coat. Spread over crust; sprinkle with cheese and onions....

Ingredients 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn2 cups masa harina1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 tablespoons butter, melted1 large egg, lightly beaten2-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 medium onion, chopped1 can (16 ounces) refried beans2 dried Anaheim chiles, chopped2 dried ancho chiles, chopped3 ounces Mexican or semisweet chocolate, grated1/3 cup orange juice2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon garlic powder3 teaspoons cumin seeds, toasted and crushed3/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, optional1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped, optional2 cups shredded cheddar cheese...

Ingredients 6 medium green peppers1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. Place peppers in a large kettle and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 turkey breast tenderloins (5 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil3/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup lime juice1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon molasses2 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro Preparation Sprinkle turkey with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown turkey in oil on all sides. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the juices, brown sugar, molasses and chipotle peppers; add to skillet....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups cherry yogurt3 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided1 can (21 ounces) more-fruit cherry pie filling, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, cinnamon, yogurt, eggs, milk and vanilla....

Ingredients salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c. chicken stock 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil 4 whole cloves 5 large cloves 3 tbsp. chopped parsley 2 sprig rosemary 1 medium onion 1 lb. unpeeled baby cipollini onions 6 oz. Black Forest Bacon 1/2 c. dry red wine 1 tbsp. dry red wine 4 pork shoulder blade chops c. assorted olives, including Niçoise olives Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh broccoli, cut into spears2 tablespoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped onion1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon each dried thyme, marjoram and savory Preparation Cook broccoli until crisp-tender. Melt butter; add lemon juice, onion, salt and herbs. Drain broccoli and place in a serving dish. Add butter mixture; stir to coat.

Ingredients Juice of 1/2 large navel orange (about 1/4 cup) 2 tsp. honey 1/2 tsp. poppy seeds Pinch cayenne pepper (optional) 1/4 c. olive oil (stream it in gradually, while whisking, after mixing together the other ingredients) 1 head escarole Kosher salt, to taste black pepper, to taste Olive oil, as needed 1/2 c. blackberries, rinsed 1/2 c. toasted pecans 1/4 c. blue cheese crumbles Preparation Step 1Cut off root end of escarole and separate leaves....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups walnut halves1/2 cup packed brown sugar Preparation In a large heavy skillet, combine the oil, vinegar and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Add walnuts and cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Cook and stir until sugar is melted, 2-4 minutes. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container....

Ingredients 36 caramels1/4 cup water1/4 cup butter, cubed3 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/3 cups chopped pecans, toasted1 frozen deep-dish pie crust (9 inches)Pecan halves, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small heavy saucepan, combine the caramels, water and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until caramels are melted. Remove from the heat and set aside. In a small bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, vanilla and salt until smooth....

Ingredients 1 large red onion, sliced and separated into rings3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons sugar1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust2 medium pears, peeled and sliced1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese2 cups ready-to-serve salad greens1 large tomato, sliced1/3 cup blue cheese salad dressing1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add sugar; cook and stir over medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until onions are caramelized....

Ingredients 1 cup creamy cashew butter1/4 cup maple syrup1/4 cup ground flaxseed1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Roll level tablespoons into balls. Place on an ungreased baking sheet; flatten with a fork. Bake at 350° for 18 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool.