Ingredients 6 ounces mascarpone cheese1 cup crushed gingersnap cookies (about 20), divided1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest2 ripe medium pears, halved and coredHot caramel ice cream topping, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine mascarpone, 3/4 cup crushed cookies and lemon zest; refrigerate until serving. Place pears, cut side down, on a greased grill rack. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-7 minutes or until pears are tender and begin to caramelize....

Ingredients 3 jalapeños extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion 1 clove garlic 1 lb. tomatillos 1 Hass avocado 1/2 c. Chopped cilantro 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 links of fresh chorizo 1/2 lb. queso panela or halloumi cheese 1 1 1/2-pound flank steak Preparation Step 1Heat a grill pan. Grill the jalapeños until charred. Stem and seed the jalapeños; finely dice 2 of them. Thinly slice the remaining jalapeño and reserve on a platter....

Ingredients 1/4 cup refrigerated Alfredo sauce4 pita breads (6 inches)1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1-3/4 cups cubed fully cooked ham1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 tablespoon minced chives Preparation Spread Alfredo sauce over pita breads. Top with Swiss cheese, ham, mozzarella cheese and chives. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Ingredients 1 cup ready-to-serve brown rice1 cup frozen shelled edamame3 cups spring mix salad greens1/4 cup reduced-fat sesame ginger salad dressing1 medium navel orange, peeled and sectioned4 radishes, sliced2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Prepare rice and edamame according to package directions. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, rice and edamame. Drizzle with salad dressing and toss to coat. Divide salad mixture between 2 plates; top with orange segments, radishes and almonds....

Ingredients 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 medium onion, chopped3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepperThinly sliced green onions, optional...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped5 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water1 cup V8 juice1/4 cup brewed coffee2 envelopes chili seasoning1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)2 tablespoons ground cumin2 tablespoons chili powder1/4 teaspoon lemon juice Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 4 pita breads (6 inches)1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Place pita breads on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with butter. Combine basil and thyme; sprinkle over pitas. Cut each into eight wedges. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until crisp.

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) pears, liquid drained and reserved1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon lemon juice1 envelope whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)Lettuce leaves Preparation In a saucepan, bring pear liquid to a boil. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Remove from the heat; cool at room temperature until syrupy. Meanwhile, puree pears in a blender. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and lemon juice until fluffy and smooth....

Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup unsalted butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 cup sugar1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted3 tablespoons vanilla extract3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beatenTOPPING:1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, mix cracker crumbs, sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter. Press onto bottom and 1 in. up sides of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 3/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt3 tablespoons chili sauce1 tablespoon sweet pickle relishSugar substitute equivalent to 3/4 teaspoon sugar Preparation In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flourSugar substitute equivalent to 3/4 cup sugar2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce2 eggs1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup honey1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts, toastedOPTIONAL GANACHE:1/4 cup dark chocolate chips3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Whisk the applesauce, eggs, oil and honey. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1/2 cup honey1/3 cup soy sauce1/4 cup lime juice4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In a resealable plastic bag, combine the honey, soy sauce and lime juice; add chicken. Seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30-45 minutes. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Ingredients 2 cups honey2 cups sugar3 eggs7-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking soda3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon ground cloves2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoon fat-free milk Preparation In a large bowl, beat honey and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, allspice and cloves; gradually add to honey mixture and mix well. Shape dough into five 10-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion1-1/8 teaspoons paprika, divided3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1-1/4 cups water1/4 cup tomato paste1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins Preparation In a small saucepan, saute onion and 1/8 teaspoon paprika in 1 teaspoon oil until tender. Stir in the water, tomato paste, bay leaf, bouillon and Italian seasoning....

Ingredients 2 cups sour cream1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix1 medium tomato, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1/4 cup finely chopped red onion1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheeseCorn chips or tortilla chips Preparation In a small bowl, mix sour cream and dressing mix; spread into a large shallow dish. Layer with tomato, green chiles, olives, onion and cheese. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with chips....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon butter1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth3 medium carrots, chopped1/2 cup dried lentils1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup cubed cooked chicken or turkey1/2 cup quick-cooking barley2 medium fresh mushrooms, chopped1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained Preparation In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute the onion, green pepper and garlic in butter until tender. Add broth, carrots, lentils, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 4 large egg whites2/3 cup sugar3 tablespoons gin1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon almond extract1 package (14 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup all-purpose flour8 ounces white baking chocolate, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. In another bowl, toss coconut with flour; stir in egg white mixture. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake until tops are light brown, 15-18 minutes....

Ingredients 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced3 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce2 teaspoons brown sugar2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), cut into 1/2-inch slices1 package (8.8 ounces) vermicelli-style thin rice noodlesDRESSING:1/4 cup water2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce1/2 teaspoon brown sugarSALAD:2 cups shredded lettuce2 plum tomatoes, sliced1 medium cucumber, julienned2 medium carrots, julienned1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro1/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves...

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 cup water3 cups uncooked egg noodles2 packages (24 ounces each) frozen broccoli, carrots, cauliflower and cheese sauce1 package (16 ounces) cubed fully cooked ham Preparation Bring broth and water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add noodles; return to a boil. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, place vegetables and cheese sauce in a Dutch oven. Cover and cook over medium heat for 13-15 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon whole cloves2 boneless fully cooked ham steaks (1 inch thick and 1 pound each)2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups apple cider or juice1/3 cup raisins Preparation Insert cloves into edges of ham steaks; rub steaks with brown sugar. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour until smooth....