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Ingredients 1 cup fat-free plain yogurt3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups chopped peeled tart apples3/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon fat-free milk Preparation In a large bowl, beat the yogurt, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to yogurt mixture and beat until just combined....

Ingredients 8 c. French baguette or Italian pane rustica 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 c. diced yellow onion 2 c. chopped cremini mushrooms 1 tsp. dried basil 4 tbsp. Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 sweet Italian sausages 1 c. shredded provolone cheese c. grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese 1 c. sour cream 1 c. store-bought or homemade beef broth Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Add bread to a large mixing bowl and set aside....

Ingredients 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup apricot jam1 cup Catalina salad dressing2 to 3 tablespoons onion soup mix Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter and oil over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Combine the jam, salad dressing and soup mix; pour over chicken. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 170°....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 large onion 1 tbsp. ginger 1 tbsp. garlic 2 tbsp. medium curry paste 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. Ground coriander seed 1 tsp. ground cumin 2 lb. boneless, skinless breasts Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 c. coconut milk 2 c. drained chopped canned tomatoes 1 tbsp. lemon juice 2 c. baby spinach 1 c. golden raisins 2 tbsp. chopped coriander Preparation Step 1Heat oil in a skillet over medium low heat....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce2 tablespoons dry sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon saltSESAME SLAW:1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar1 tablespoon sesame oil1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce3 cups coleslaw mix1/3 cup dried cherries or cranberries2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro20 slider buns or dinner rolls, split Preparation Place onion and chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg yolk1/4 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon butter, melted1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/8 teaspoon orange extract4 large egg whites1 cup fresh blueberries1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolk, milk, orange juice, butter, orange zest and extract; stir into dry ingredients just until combined....

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 c. pancake mix 1 c. boxed vanilla cake mix 2 large eggs 1 c. milk 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 (3.4-oz.) package instant vanilla pudding mix 2 c. cold milk 3/4 c. semisweet chocolate chips 3/4 c. heavy cream Preparation Step 1Lightly grease a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set over medium heat. In a large bowl, whisk together pancake mix, cake mix, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh broccoli florets6 cups fresh cauliflowerets3 medium red onions, halved and sliced2 cups mayonnaise1 cup sour cream1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce3 teaspoons dill weed2 teaspoons saltDash Louisiana-style hot sauce Preparation In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower and onions. In another large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours before serving....

Ingredients 2 refrigerated breaded chicken patties1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce2 teaspoons canola oil2 tablespoons butter, softened2 sandwich buns, split2 slices provolone cheese2 tablespoons blue cheese salad dressingLettuce, tomato and red onion slicesAdditional hot sauce Preparation Place chicken patties in a large resealable plastic bag; add hot sauce. Seal bag and turn to coat. In a large skillet, brown patties in oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until heated through....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons plus 2/3 cup butter, softened, divided3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 large egg1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltCARAMEL LAYER:1 cup sugar1 cup corn syrup1 cup butter, cubed1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a large bowl, cream confectioners’ sugar and remaining butter until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup canned pumpkin1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping1/4 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmegOptional: vanilla wafers, graham cracker sticks, chocolate and marshmallows Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Gradually add the pumpkin, caramel topping, sour cream, cinnamon and nutmeg, beating until smooth. Serve with dippers of your choice. Refrigerate leftovers.

Ingredients 1/2 pound thick-sliced peppered bacon strips2 pounds rainbow Swiss chard, chopped1 cup orange juice2 tablespoons butter4 teaspoons grated orange zest1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; drain on paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Cut bacon into small pieces. Add chard to drippings; cook and stir just until wilted, 5-6 minutes. Add remaining ingredients; cook 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 cups whole milk2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseBread cubes, ham cubes, bite-size sausage and or broccoli florets Preparation In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt if desired, mustard, pepper and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/3 cup lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 waffle bowls1 cup cherry pie filling Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in milk until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and vanilla. Spoon about 1/3 cup into each waffle bowl; top with 2 tablespoons pie filling. Repeat layers.

Ingredients 2/3 cup reduced-fat stick margarine, softenedSugar substitute equivalent to 3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup honey1 large egg1 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup fat-free milk2/3 cup ground almonds1/2 cup dried cherries, finely chopped Preparation In a large bowl, beat the margarine, sugar substitute and honey. Beat in the egg and almond extract (mixture will appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk....

Ingredients 2 cups pitted sweet cherries2 cups fresh blueberries or frozen unsweetened blueberries3/4 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegPastry for a double-crust pie (9 inches)1 tablespoon butterAdditional sugar Preparation In a large bowl, gently combine cherries and blueberries. In a small bowl, mix sugar, flour and nutmeg; stir into fruit. Let stand 10 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll one half of the dough to a 1/8-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)2 tablespoons steak seasoning1/2 cup water1 half-pint jar pomegranate jelly or 1 cup red currant jelly3 tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce10 kaiser rolls, splitDeli coleslaw, optional Preparation Cut roast in half. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker; sprinkle with steak seasoning. Add water. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. In a small saucepan, combine jelly and peppers....

Ingredients 4 slices challah or egg bread (3/4 inch thick)2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon baking powder4 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons butterOptional toppings: confectioners’ sugar, fresh raspberries, sliced fresh strawberries, sliced ripe banana and maple syrup Preparation Arrange bread slices in a 13x9-in. dish. In a small bowl, combine sugar, cocoa, salt and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk and vanilla....

Ingredients 9 flour tortillas (7 inches)2-1/4 teaspoons taco seasoning4 bacon strips, diced1/4 cup each chopped onion, sweet red and green pepper2 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided2/3 cup picante sauce2 tablespoons lime juice2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro Preparation Cut tortillas with a 3-in. ghost-shaped cookie cutter. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk3 tablespoons butter3 large eggs3 tablespoons orange juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zestGLAZE:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 cup dried cranberries Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened....