Ingredients 40 Saltines3/4 cup butter, cubed3/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 cup cocktail peanuts1 cup broken pretzel sticks3/4 cup M&M’s minis Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; grease foil. Arrange Saltines in a single layer on foil. In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 large egg2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled3 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking sodaFILLING:1/3 cup cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup finely chopped pecans Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, chocolate and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1/4 pound bulk pork sausage5 large eggs1/3 cup chopped tomato1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons canned chopped green chiles1/4 teaspoon pepper5 slices American cheese5 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed1/2 cup chunky salsa1/2 cup sour cream Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, tomato, onion, chiles and pepper. Add to the skillet; cook and stir until set....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless turkey breast, cut into 1/4-inch strips2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 cup fresh broccoli florets1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon ground ginger2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1/4 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend5 cups hot cooked rice Preparation In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry turkey in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink....

Ingredients 1 cup salsa1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained10 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1-inch strips1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend2 large eggs2 large egg whites1 cup 2% milk1 cup reduced-fat sour cream2 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a small bowl, combine salsa and beans. Arrange a third of the tortilla strips in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Layer with a third of the cheese and half of the salsa mixture....

Ingredients 2 cups sugar3/4 cup buttermilk3/4 cup vegetable oil3 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups grated carrots1-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped walnuts1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrainedGLAZE:1 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon light corn syrup1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon vanilla extractFROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon orange juice1 teaspoon grated orange zest4 cups confectioners’ sugar...

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 thinly sliced green onions, optional Tortilla chip scoops Preparation Prepare campfire or grill for medium-low heat. Spread cream cheese in the bottom of a 9-in. disposable foil pie pan. Top with chili; sprinkle with cheese. Place pan on a grill grate over a campfire or on grill until cheese is melted, 5-8 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubed1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 egg1 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each), crushed1 cup chopped pecans Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and sugars; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside 1/2 cup for topping. To the remaining crumb mixture, add baking soda and salt. Beat egg, buttermilk and vanilla; add to the crumb mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cold butter, cubed2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Press firmly into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the milk, egg, vanilla, walnuts and remaining chips....

Ingredients 4 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs1/2 cup orange juice2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2/3 cup barbecue sauce1/3 cup cherry preserves1 tablespoon molasses Preparation Place the ribs in a 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, Liquid Smoke if desired, garlic powder and pepper; pour over ribs. Cover and microwave on high for 15-20 minutes or until meat is tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce, preserves and molasses....

Ingredients 4-1/2 pounds fresh unpitted sweet cherries2-1/4 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1-1/2 cups spiced rum1-1/2 cups brandy Preparation Place cherries in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until soft. Strain juice through a cheesecloth-lined colander; divide cherries among six 1-pint jars. Return juice to saucepan; add sugar and allspice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces) 1 garlic clove, minced3 plum tomatoes, chopped3 tablespoons 2% milk2 tablespoons herbed fresh goat cheese, crumbledHot cooked rice or pastaAdditional goat cheese, optional Preparation Toss chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), cut up2 quarts water1/4 cup canola oil or bacon drippings2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 medium onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes, drained2 cups fresh or frozen sliced okra2 bay leaves1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 to 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce2 tablespoons sliced green onionsMinced fresh parsleyHot cooked rice Preparation Place chicken and water in a large kettle....

Ingredients 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 cup fat-free creamy Caesar salad dressing1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning1 garlic clove, minced1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, cubed4 cups thinly sliced romaine1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained Preparation Unroll pizza crust onto a 12-in. pizza pan coated with cooking spray; flatten dough and build up edges slightly....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti1/2 head bok choy (about 1 pound)2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 celery rib, sliced1/2 cup coarsely chopped green pepper1/2 cup coarsely chopped sweet red pepper1/3 cup coarsely chopped onion6 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce Preparation Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, trim and discard root end of bok choy. Cut stalks into 1-in. pieces. Coarsely chop leaves....

Ingredients 1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated pie pastry (2 sheets)1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/4 teaspoon chili powderSalsa and sour cream Preparation Place one sheet of pie pastry on an ungreased pizza pan or baking sheet. Sprinkle chilies and cheeses over pastry to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with remaining pastry; seal edges and prick top with a fork....

Ingredients 6 medium ripe pears1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup Burgundy wine or grape juice3 tablespoons orange marmalade1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegDash saltVanilla ice cream Preparation Peel pears, leaving stems intact. Core from the bottom. Stand pears upright in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, wine or grape juice, marmalade, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Carefully pour over pears. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until tender....

Ingredients 4 whole cloves2 whole peppercorns4 tea bags4 teaspoons sugar1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)2-1/2 cups boiling water2 cups 2% milk Preparation Place cloves and peppercorns in a large bowl; with the end of a wooden spoon handle, crush spices until aromas are released. Add the tea bags, sugar, ginger, cinnamon stick and boiling water. Cover and steep for 6 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat the milk....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce1/4 cup barbecue sauce4 slices ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon, cut in half4 slices cheddar cheese Preparation Dip both sides of chicken in teriyaki sauce; place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 13-18 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Spread barbecue sauce over chicken; top with bacon and cheese. Return to the oven and bake for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. yellow cornmeal 1 1/4 tsp. Coarse salt 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg 2 tbsp. very cold unsalted butter 1 c. finely grated Cheddar cheese 1/4 c. milk 1 tbsp. milk Preparation Step 1Combine flour, cornmeal, salt, cayenne, and nutmeg in bowl of a food processor fitted with the metal blade; pulse to combine. Add butter, and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal....