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Ingredients 2 medium onions, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot2 teaspoons ground coriander1 teaspoon ground turmeric1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon ground allspice5 cups vegetable broth2 cups cubed peeled sweet potato3 cups chopped fresh kale1 cup frozen sliced okra1 cup coconut milk1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained1 cup canned black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons lime juice Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute onions in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 tablespoon butter3 cups fresh broccoli florets3 cups fat-free milk, divided3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Preparation In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook the onion, carrots and celery in butter for 3 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 3 minutes longer. Stir in 2-3/4 cups milk, salt, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 to 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into bite-size pieces16 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseLemon slices or wedges, optionalAdditional parsley, optional Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook mushrooms and garlic, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets1 medium carrot, shredded1/4 cup chopped celery2-1/2 cups water2 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 1 vegetable bouillon cube3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups 2% milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the cauliflower, carrot, celery, water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender (do not drain)....

Ingredients 2 cedar grilling planks2 cups fresh blackberries2 tablespoons white wine1 tablespoon brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons honey1-1/2 teaspoons chipotle hot pepper sauce1/4 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1/4 cup finely chopped shallots1 garlic clove, minced6 salmon fillets (5 ounces each) Preparation Soak grilling planks in water for at least 1 hour. In a food processor, combine the blackberries, wine, brown sugar, honey, hot pepper sauce, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons water2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided 1/2 cup pizza sauce25 slices pepperoni1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, oregano and salt. Stir in water and 2 tablespoons oil to form a soft dough....

Ingredients 8 cups water6 tea bags1/4 cup sugar1 can (12 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed1 cup chilled cherry juice blendIce cubesLime wedges and pitted dark sweet cherries Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil; remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep, covered, 10 minutes. Discard tea bags. Stir in sugar until dissolved; cool slightly. Transfer to a pitcher; cool completely. Add limeade concentrate and cherry juice to tea....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta1 tablespoon canola oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained3 tablespoons tomato paste3/4 cup chicken broth2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Romano cheese...

Ingredients 2 cups crushed peeled peaches2 cups red raspberries, crushed1/4 cup bottled lemon juice7 cups sugar2 pouches (3 ounces each) liquid fruit pectin1/8 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the peaches, raspberries and lemon juice. Stir in sugar. Bring to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin; return to a full rolling boil. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; skim off foam....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1-1/4 cups uncooked brown rice2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups water1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned. Add the water, broth, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients SAUCE:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 cups boiling waterCAKE:1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, beaten1/3 cup whole milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chipsWhipped cream or vanilla ice cream Preparation In a saucepan, combine sauce ingredients and keep warm. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, combine egg, milk, butter and vanilla; add to dry ingredients and stir until moistened....

Ingredients 2 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes or croutons1 cup shredded cheddar cheese4 large eggs, lightly beaten2 cups whole milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon onion powderDash pepper4 bacon strips, chopped and partly cooked Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Place croutons in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Combine eggs, milk and seasonings; pour into baking dish. Top with partly cooked bacon. Bake until bacon is crisp and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 45-55 minutes....

Ingredients 6 lasagna noodles8 large eggs, beaten1/2 cup whole milkButter-flavored cooking spray2 jars (16 ounces each) Alfredo sauce3 cups diced fully cooked ham1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped green onions1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat eggs and milk. In a large nonstick skillet coated with butter-flavored cooking spray, cook eggs over medium-low heat until set but moist....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained1 cup finely chopped celery1 cup chopped green pepper1 cup finely chopped onion2 cups thinly sliced carrots1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon chili powder Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat and simmer gently, covered, for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup quinoa, rinsed and well drained2 garlic cloves, minced1 medium zucchini, chopped2 cups water3/4 cup canned garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 medium tomato, finely chopped1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup finely chopped Greek olives2 tablespoons minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add quinoa and garlic; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until quinoa is lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 package spice cake mix (regular size)1-1/2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 packages (11 ounces each) Kraft caramel bits1/4 cup water39 lollipop sticks1 cup finely chopped salted peanuts Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions, adding the apples after mixing. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake according to package directions....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups diced carrots (about 6 medium)2 cups water1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 cup diced peeled apple1 tablespoon cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water Preparation In a saucepan, cook carrots in water until crisp-tender; drain. Add butter, brown sugar, lemon juice and cinnamon; mix well. Stir in apple. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Combine cornstarch and cold water; stir into carrot mixture....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped8 ounces wide egg noodles, cooked and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) peas, drained1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1-1/4 cups whole milk1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg1 cup chocolate milk2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chipsOptional: Maple syrup and butter Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg, milk, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened; stir in chocolate chips. Preheat griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease griddle....

Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Preparation Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Heat over low heat until heated through. Serve with broccoli.