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Ingredients 1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 tablespoon canola oil1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli florets1 cup sliced carrots1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 cups hot cooked egg noodles1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil for 2 minutes. Add broccoli and carrots; saute for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the soup, milk, salt and pepper; heat through....

Ingredients 1 large red onion, thinly sliced1/4 cup fat-free red wine vinaigrette2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1/3 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup toasted wheat germ or dry bread crumbs1/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs2 large eggs1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise2 teaspoons Dijon mustard6 sesame seed hamburger buns, split and toasted6 lettuce leaves3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves Preparation Preheat oven to 375°....

Ingredients 56 chocolate-covered graham cracker cookies, (about 1 pound) crushed1 cup butter, melted2 envelopes whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)1 cup cold milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling Preparation Set aside 1/4 cup crushed cookies for topping. In a large bowl, combine remaining cookies and butter; spread into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine the whipped topping mixes, milk and vanilla; beat on low speed until blended....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup canola oil3 large egg whites1 cup Oreo cookie crumbs1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingAdditional Oreo cookie crumbs Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil and egg whites; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 2 minutes. Gently fold in cookie crumbs. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean....

Ingredients 3 packages pre-made breadsticks (or breadstick dough) 1 stick butter, melted 3 tsp. poppy seeds 1 tbsp. dried minced garlic 1 tbsp. dried minced onion 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. sesame seeds 1 packet ranch seasoning mix 1 tsp. dried minced onion 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan 1 tbsp. garlic powder 2 tsp. Dried Parsley Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425°, or whatever temperature is recommended on the breadsticks’ package....

Ingredients FILLING:6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractBROWNIE:1/2 cup butter, cubed1 ounce unsweetened chocolate2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 cup chopped walnutsTOPPING:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup chopped walnuts2 cups miniature marshmallowsFROSTING:1/4 cup butter1/4 cup 2% milk2 ounces cream cheese1 ounce unsweetened chocolate3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract...

Ingredients 1 head broccoli florets and tender stems 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika (optional) 1/8 tsp. ground white pepper (optional) 1 c. sliced or shredded cheese (such as cheddar, Gouda, Parmesan) Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, toss broccoli with oil and season with spices until evenly combined. Transfer mixture to a large baking sheet and spread into an even layer....

Ingredients 6 cups fresh broccoli florets3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 tablespoon butter6 cups cubed cooked chicken3 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drainedSAUCE:6 tablespoons butter, cubed1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 cups chicken broth1 cup heavy whipping cream6 egg yolks, lightly beaten3/4 teaspoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup shortening1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar1 large egg1 large egg yolk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda2/3 cup whole milk1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsCREAMY NUT FILLING:2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 cup whole milk1/4 cup chopped walnuts1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon vanilla extractGLAZE:1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup Preparation In a bowl, cream shortening and sugars....

Ingredients 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce2 teaspoons canola oil1 cup chopped sweet onion2 celery ribs, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 tomato-flavored flour tortillas (10 inches)2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend1/4 cup finely chopped pitted green olives2/3 cup sour cream1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese2 tablespoons chopped celery leavesAdditional Buffalo wing sauce, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, toss chicken with wing sauce. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups bulgur3 cups boiling water1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided1 teaspoon salt, divided1-1/4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1-1/4 cups chopped cucumber1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1/3 cup Greek olives1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped1/4 cup chopped red onion3 tablespoons minced fresh basil3 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation Place bulgur in a small bowl....

Ingredients 1 large butternut squash (about 4 pounds)1 package (10-1/2 ounces) silken firm tofu1 cup sugar1/3 cup cornstarch2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground nutmeg or ground mace2 graham cracker crusts (9 inches)Sweetened whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Halve squash lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash on a baking sheet, cut side down. Roast until tender, 45-55 minutes. Cool slightly. Scoop out pulp and mash (you should have about 4 cups)....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup cold mashed potatoes (prepared without added milk and butter)2 pounds confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely choppedColored sprinkles Preparation In a bowl, cream butter. Beat in mashed potatoes. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, beating until smooth. Add coconut and vanilla; mix well. Shape into 1-in. ovals; place on baking sheets. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours. In a microwave, melt candy coating....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons butter2 pounds milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped, divided1 cup salted cashew halves28 caramels2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation Line baking sheets with waxed paper and grease paper with butter; set aside. In a microwave, melt 1 pound of candy coating; stir until smooth. Drop by scant tablespoonfuls onto prepared pans. Let stand until partially set, about 3 minutes. Top each with six or seven cashews. Let stand until completely set....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)2 large eggs, room temperature2/3 cup water1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup canola oilTOPPING:1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup butter, meltedDRIZZLE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon light corn syrup1 tablespoon water Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Reserve 1 cup cake mix for topping. In a large bowl, combine eggs, water, flour, oil and remaining cake mix; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups Corn Chex2 cups Wheat Chex2 cups cheddar-flavored snack crackers1 cup miniature pretzels1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon white vinegar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce3/4 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation In a 3-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the cereals, crackers and pretzels. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in the vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, seafood seasoning, celery seed and mustard. Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1 c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt Caramel-Coconut Sauce (see recipe below) 2 c. semisweet chocolate chips 3 tsp. vegetable, canola, or other flavorless oil 2 c. sweetened coconut flakes 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. heavy cream 4 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup cornstarch1/2 cup cold butter, cubed2 large eggs1 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt2 to 3 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam16 to 18 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped Preparation In a small bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar and cornstarch. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extract. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups uncooked long grain or basmati rice1 can (15-1/4 ounces) peach halves, drained1 cup canned or frozen pitted tart cherries, drained1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup packed brown sugar, divided1/4 cup old-fashioned oats1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/4 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Cook rice according to package directions. Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine rice, peaches, cherries, cream and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2- qt....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers Preparation Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain. Stir in the soup and cheese. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2 qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cracker crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.