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Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1/2 cup water1/3 cup instant brown rice1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook cabbage in boiling water just until leaves fall off head. Set aside 8 large leaves for rolls. (Refrigerate remaining cabbage for another use....

Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets1-1/2 cups diced carrots1 cup sliced celery3/4 cup sliced green onions1/2 cup sliced radishes1 cup plain yogurt2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon caraway seeds1 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, toss cauliflower, carrots, celery, green onions and radishes. Combine all of the remaining ingredients; pour over vegetables and stir to coat. Cover and chill for several hours....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced2 large apples (Fuji or Braeburn), chopped1/3 cup dried cranberries8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided 1/3 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper3/4 cup chopped hazelnuts or pecans, toasted Preparation Combine Brussels sprouts, apples, cranberries and 1/4 cup bacon. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, syrup, oil, salt and pepper; pour over Brussels sprouts mixture, tossing to coat....

Ingredients 3 slices bread, crusts removed and cubed1/2 cup milk10 medium potatoes, peeled, cubed and cooked2 medium green peppers, chopped1 large onion, chopped1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1-1/2 pounds process cheese (Velveeta), cubed1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, soak bread in milk; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, green peppers, onion, parsley and reserved bread mixture. Stir in cheese. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in....

Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 garlic clove, minced1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream4 green onions, sliced2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3/4 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1/4 cup butter1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-2/3 cups whole milk1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon white pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained2 cups cubed fully cooked ham2 cups shredded Swiss cheese2 cups cubed cooked chicken Preparation In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and green pepper in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup boiling water2/3 cup dried tart cherries1-1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 large eggs, room temperature1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium)1/3 cup canola oil1/4 cup 2% milk or unsweetened almond milk2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Pour boiling water over cherries in a small bowl; let stand 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) yellow cake mix1/2 teaspoon lemon extract2 cups cold milk1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 ounce semisweet chocolate1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 teaspoons hot water Preparation Prepare cake batter according to package directions, adding lemon extract. Pour into a greased and floured 9-in. round baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 eggs1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1/3 cup chopped pecansCHOCOLATE HONEY BUTTER:1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons chocolate syrup Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/4 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)3/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted1 tablespoon chopped onion1/8 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)1/4 cup sour cream1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled3 slices process cheese, halved Preparation In a bowl, combine the cubed cheese, ham, soup, butter, onion and pepper. Transfer into a greased shallow 3-cup baking dish. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes and sour cream....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup water1/2 cup canola oil4 large eggs1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1 can (16 ounces) chocolate or vanilla frostingAdditional miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake and pudding mixes, water, oil and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips....

Ingredients 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and well drained4 large eggs, beaten1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation In a bowl, stir all ingredients just until combined. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans. Serve warm.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic2 tablespoons butter3 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed and drained1/2 cup chicken broth1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes or until onion is crisp-tender. Add the beans, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender.

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole wheat flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cardamom3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt2 large eggs1 cup fat-free milk3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sour cream, brown sugar, butter and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon salt1 package (1/4 ounces) active dry yeast2 cups 2% milk1 tablespoon butter2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 large egg white, beaten Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast. In a saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until smooth. Stir in cheese and enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Do not knead....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or additional Swiss cheese1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese5 large eggs1 cup half-and-half cream1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons minced fresh dill Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Sprinkle cheeses into crust. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and cream until blended....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained7 ounces vermicelli, cooked and drained1/3 cup butter, melted1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided1 cup shredded Swiss cheese4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, pepperoni, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 6 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup chopped celery1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon1 cup pecan halves, toastedLettuce leavesTomato wedges Preparation In a bowl, combine chicken and celery. In another bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice and salt. Pour dressing over chicken; toss well to coat. Refrigerate. Just before serving, toss with bacon and pecans. Serve on lettuce with tomato garnish....

Ingredients 1/4 cup lime juice1-1/4 teaspoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed1/2 medium tomato, chopped1/2 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped1/2 green onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1 slice Monterey Jack or pepper Jack cheese, halved Preparation In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, oil, garlic salt and pepper. Set aside 3 tablespoons. Pour remaining lime juice mixture into a resealable plastic bag; add chicken....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning2/3 cup reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/4 cup water1/4 cup canned chopped green chiles1/2 teaspoon lemon juice2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream1 cup hot cooked rice Preparation Sprinkle chicken with Cajun seasoning. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, brown chicken on both sides. In a small bowl, combine the soup, water, chiles and lemon juice....