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Ingredients 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1/2 cup butter, cubed4 large eggs, room temperature2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped nuts, optionalFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in vanilla and the chocolate mixture....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices3 tablespoons chopped onionSAUCE:2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic1-1/4 cups water2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules4 ounces cream cheese, cubedHot cooked pasta Preparation In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and butter over medium heat for 8-9 minutes on each side or until juices run clear....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 medium carrot 1 stalk celery 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 4 c. Swanson® Chicken Broth 1/4 c. uncooked orzo pasta 1 c. cubed cooked chicken 1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1Heat the oil in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the carrot, celery and garlic powder and cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp.Step 2Stir the broth in the skillet and heat to a boil....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 to 3 teaspoons curry powder1 medium onion, finely chopped2 cups finely chopped peeled apple1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced sodium cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup fat-free milk1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 cup frozen peas1/8 teaspoon paprikaHot cooked noodles or rice, optional Preparation Place butter in a 2-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 40-50 seconds or until melted....

Ingredients 2 packages chocolate cake mix (regular size)4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup baking cocoa1/4 cup whole milk3 cups sweetened shredded coconut, dividedBrown gel food coloring5 chocolate-covered peppermint patties16 brown milk chocolate M&M’s2 dark chocolate kisses5 pieces red shoestring licorice Preparation Prepare cake mixes according to package directions. Pour 3 cups batter into a greased and floured 2-qt. round baking dish. Pour 1-1/2 cups batter into a greased and floured 1-qt....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup dried lentils, rinsed1/2 cup uncooked brown rice1 garlic clove, minced1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a 1-1/2 qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray, combine the first 10 ingredients....

Ingredients 4 to 4-1/3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 cup warm milk (70° to 80°)1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup sugar2 large eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature Preparation In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat milk, butter and sugar to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Add eggs; beat to combine. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)....

Ingredients 10 clove garlic 1 large orange sweet potato 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 8 oz. cavatappi pasta 4 tbsp. Tillamook unsalted butter 4 tbsp. flour 1/2 tsp. salt tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 3 c. half-and-half 2 c. Tillamook Italian Blend Shredded Cheese (Mozzarella, Parmesan & Smoked Provolone) 3/4 c. Asiago cheese 1 1/2 tbsp. Fresh rosemary leaves 2 clove garlic 1/4 c. fresh breadcrumbs from rustic Italian bread...

Ingredients 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 pound smoked turkey kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 tablespoon olive oil3 medium carrots, chopped1 large onion, cut into wedges4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth3 teaspoons herbes de Provence1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained, divided3/4 cup white wine or additional chicken broth, divided...

Ingredients 4 large Vidalia or other sweet onions3/4 cup crumbled goat cheese3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme2 cups vegetable stock1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheeseFresh thyme leaves Preparation Peel onions. Cut a 1/2-in. slice off top of each onion; remove centers with a melon baller, leaving 1/2-in. shells. Chop removed onion, reserving 3 cups (save remaining onion for another use)....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells1 medium onion, chopped1 large portobello mushroom, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon olive oil1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup fat-free milk1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry6 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute the onion, mushroom and garlic in oil until tender....

Ingredients 2 packages (6.2 ounces each) broccoli au gratin rice mix2-1/4 cups water1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 to 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes4 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, evenly spread rice from rice packages. In a bowl, combine the water, soup, mustard and contents of sauce packets from the rice; pour half over rice....

Ingredients 16 frozen breaded chicken tenders1/2 cup ranch salad dressing4 sun-dried tomato tortillas (10 inches), room temperature3 cups shredded lettuce1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained4 slices pepper Jack cheeseHot pepper sauce, optional Preparation Bake chicken according to package directions. Meanwhile, spread 2 tablespoons salad dressing over each tortilla. Sprinkle lettuce and olives down the center of each tortilla. Top with cheese and chicken; drizzle with hot pepper sauce if desired....

Ingredients 1 cup plain yogurt2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesFRITTERS:1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro2 green onions, thinly slicedOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients; refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 2 packages (7-1/4 ounces each) macaroni and cheese dinner mix2 pounds ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups sour cream1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Set aside cheese packets from dinner mixes....

Ingredients 3/4 pound ground beef1 cup chopped green pepper1/3 cup chopped onion1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup water3 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1 cup uncooked instant rice1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the corn, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, salt and mustard....

Ingredients 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut each sweet potato lengthwise into eight wedges. In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes and the remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning once.

Ingredients 1 cup finely chopped dried cherries1/4 cup cherry brandy11 ounces 53% cacao dark baking chocolate, chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon cherry extractCOATING:4 ounces milk chocolate, chopped4 ounces dark chocolate, choppedMelted dark, milk and white chocolate and pearl dust Preparation In a small bowl, combine cherries and brandy; cover and let soak for 1 hour or until cherries are softened. Place dark chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (8-inch-square pan size)1-3/4 cups cold 2% milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1/4 cup cold brewed coffee2 cups whipped topping1 Heath candy bar (1.4 ounces), crushed Preparation Prepare brownie batter and bake according to package directions. Cool; cut into 1-in. pieces. In a large bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in coffee. Fold in whipped topping....

Ingredients 18 uncooked jumbo shrimp2 shallots, finely chopped1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach, chopped1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Peel and devein shrimp, leaving the tails on. Butterfly each shrimp along the outside curve; set aside. In a large skillet, saute the shallots, basil, fennel seed and pepper in oil until tender....