Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons 2% milk1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon saltICING:2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 4 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, pudding mix and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and milk. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup packed light brown sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:2 large eggs1 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon lemon extract2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped pecans or walnutsGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest3 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes; gradually beat in flour, mixing well....

Ingredients 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese1/2 cup cooked lobster meat or 1 can (6-1/2 ounces) flaked canned lobster meat, drained1/3 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion (white portion only)2 tablespoons mayonnaiseDash seafood seasoning2 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shellsPaprika, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Spoon into tart shells....

Ingredients 1/2 pound ground beef1/3 cup bean dip1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup canned diced tomatoes plus 2 tablespoons liquid2 cups chopped lettuce1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 green onions, sliced2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives1/2 cup corn chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, crumbling meat; drain. Stir in the bean dip, chili powder, salt and tomato liquid. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough2/3 cup all-purpose flour1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frostingGreen paste food coloring1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frostingChocolate wafers, crushed Shredded Wheat, M&M’s miniature baking bits, miniature semisweet chocolate chips and Fruit Roll-Ups Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Let cookie dough stand at room temperature 5 minutes to soften. In a small bowl, beat cookie dough and flour until combined. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup water1/4 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red peppers2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurtAdditional snipped fresh dillBaked pita chips or assorted fresh vegetables Preparation Process beans and water in a food processor until smooth....

Ingredients Turkey drippings1 to 1-1/2 cups chicken broth1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Pour drippings and loosened browned bits into a 2-cup measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 1/4 cup. Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 2 cups. In a small saucepan, combine flour and reserved fat until smooth. Gradually stir in the drippings mixture. Stir in the thyme, sage and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 3 Chicken Breasts, cubed 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped 2 tbsp. adobo sauce (from the chipotle pepper can) 2 tbsp. honey 1/4 c. olive oil 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 lime, sliced into wedges 8 hard taco shells 2 scallions, thinly sliced Sour cream, for serving Preparation Step 1Combine peppers, adobo sauce, honey, olive oil, and spices in a medium bowl....

Ingredients 1 pound small fresh portobello mushrooms4 tablespoons butter, divided1/3 cup finely chopped onion1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/3 cup finely shredded cheddar cheeseTOPPING:1/4 cup crushed Ritz crackers1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop stems; set caps aside. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add chopped stems and onion; cook and stir until tender, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients Vegetable oil cooking spray 1 1/2 c. cake flour (not self-rising) 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/2 c. skim milk c. canola oil 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 4 large egg whites 1 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar 4 large egg yolks Finely grated zest of 1/2 lemon 1 c. granulated sugar c. cornstarch pinch salt...

Ingredients 1 large egg, separated, room temperature1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup whole milk2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/8 teaspoon saltOptional: Confectioners’ sugar, lemon slices and whipped cream Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a bowl, beat egg yolk. Add sugar, milk, flour, lemon juice, zest and salt; beat until smooth. Beat egg white until stiff peaks form; gently fold into lemon mixture. Pour into 2 ungreased 6-oz....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zestPinch salt3 large eggs, room temperature1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese3 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon lemon extractOil for deep-fat fryingConfectioners’ sugarHoney or strawberry jam Preparation In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, lemon zest and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, cheese, sugar and extract. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened. In a deep cast-iron skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut3 tablespoons ground macadamia nuts or almonds3 tablespoons butter, melted1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water3/4 cup sugar2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup lime juice1 tablespoon grated lime zestGreen food coloring1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, whippedToasted coconut and additional whipped cream, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine coconut and nuts; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan....

Ingredients 1 medium ear fresh or frozen sweet corn, thawed and quartered1 small zucchini, quartered1/4 small red onion, halved4 cherry tomatoes1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place the corn on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with waxed paper. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. On two metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the corn, zucchini, onion and tomatoes....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature3 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt24 lollipop sticksPrepared vanilla frostingFood coloringBlack and yellow decorating gelsOptional decorations: Candy corn, candy eyeballs, M&M’s minis and cinnamon hearts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture....

Ingredients 12 large eggsCold water Preparation Place eggs in a single layer in a large saucepan; add enough cold water to cover by 1 in. Cover and quickly bring to a boil. Remove pan from the heat. Let stand for 15 minutes for large eggs (18 minutes for extra-large eggs and 12 minutes for medium eggs). Rinse eggs in cold water and place in ice water until completely cooled. Drain and refrigerate....

Ingredients 5 cups shredded cabbage1 each medium green, sweet red and yellow pepper, julienned2 cups julienned carrots6 green onions, thinly slicedDRESSING:2/3 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup olive oilSugar substitute equivalent to 1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, peppers, carrots and onions. In a blender, combine the dressing ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Drizzle over vegetables and toss to coat....

Ingredients CREPE NOODLES:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup whole milk3 large eggs1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:1-1/2 pounds ricotta cheese1/4 cup grated Romano cheese1 large egg1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauceGrated Romano cheese, optional Preparation Place flour in a bowl; whisk in milk, eggs and salt until smooth. Heat a lightly greased 8-in. skillet; pour about 2 tablespoons batter into center of skillet. Spread into a 5-in....

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)GLAZE:1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place pork on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan lined with foil. In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients; set aside 3 tablespoons glaze for basting. Spoon remaining glaze over pork. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 145°, 24-28 minutes, basting occasionally with reserved glaze....

Ingredients 2 large garlic cloves1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups finely chopped Roma tomatoes, seeds removed or 1 can (28 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, well drained1/4 cup prepared pesto1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tub (8 ounces) cream cheese with herbs1 baguette, sliced 1/4 inch thick, brushed with olive oil and toastedItalian parsley leaves or minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, mash the garlic and salt into a paste....