Ingredients 3-1/2 cups 1% milk1 cup shredded carrots1/2 cup uncooked basmati rice, washed and drained3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 cup unsalted pistachios, chopped, divided1/2 cup agave nectar1/3 cup raisins1/4 teaspoon rose water, optional Preparation Combine milk, carrots, rice, cardamom, cinnamon and ginger in a 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in half the chopped pistachios. Cook, covered, on high heat for 2-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add agave and raisins; reduce heat to low....

Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1/2 cup sliced celery1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup dill pickle relish1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon saltLeaf lettuce, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the lettuce; stir until coated. Refrigerate until serving. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Ingredients 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 medium onion, chopped1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas9 cups water, divided1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey kielbasa, halved and sliced4 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook celery and onion until tender. Stir in split peas and 6 cups water....

Ingredients c. pine nuts 1 1/2 lb. boneless leg of lamb 8 tbsp. olive oil 2 tsp. dried thyme 4 tbsp. lemon juice 1 onion 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 1/4 pounds) 4 cloves garlic 2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. saffron (optional) 3/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 1 3/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/2 c. currants 1 1/2 c....

Ingredients 5 egg whites3/4 cup shortening1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup milkFILLING:3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarchDash salt3/4 cup cold water2 egg yolks3 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon butterFROSTING:3/4 cup shortening3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/3 cup water1-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. leg of lamb 8 thin lemon wedges 1/4 c. olive oil 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 4 clove garlic Coarse salt and ground pepper Feta Dipping Sauce Fresh parsley sprigs Preparation Step 1Heat grill to high. Assemble 4 long skewers, alternating 5 lamb cubes with 2 lemon wedges on each. Arrange skewers in a nonmetallic dish.Step 2In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, and garlic....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cubed fresh pineapple1 tablespoon chopped green onion1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro3 teaspoons lime juice, divided1/4 teaspoon salt, dividedDash cayenne pepper1 teaspoon canola oil2 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)Dash pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the pineapple, onion, green pepper, cilantro, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1/8 teaspoon salt and cayenne. Chill until serving. Combine oil and remaining lime juice; drizzle over fillets. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining salt....

Ingredients 1 bone-in wild turkey breast (about 1-1/2 pounds), split1 bottle (8 ounces) fat-free honey Dijon salad dressing Preparation Place turkey in a large resealable plastic bag; add salad dressing. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Grill turkey, covered, over indirect medium heat for 45-55 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef4 to 6 medium yellow summer squash, chopped (about 1-1/2 pounds)1 medium onion, chopped3/4 cup dry bread crumbs3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thymeSAUCE:1/4 cup butter, divided1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups whole milk1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a skillet, cook beef, squash and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked egg noodles1 celery rib, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute celery and onion in oil until tender. Stir in noodles and remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 3/4 cup pineapple tidbits with juice6 to 8 cups torn salad greens1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon sugar Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving 1 tablespoon juice. In a large bowl, combine the greens, pineapple and cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sugar and reserved pineapple juice. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1/3 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil4 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 garlic cloves, minced, divided1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 pounds mahi mahi1-1/2 cups shredded red cabbage1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese6 tablespoons chopped pitted Greek olives, divided1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1-1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt1/2 medium English cucumber, cut into 1-inch pieces1 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon ground coriander12 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed...

Ingredients 2/3 cup 1% cottage cheese1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 teaspoon red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram, savory and thyme1 tablespoon minced fresh parsleyGreen and sweet red pepper strips or raw vegetables of you choice Preparation Place cottage cheese in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Add the cream cheese, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and seasonings; cover and process until smooth....

Ingredients 4 cups milk1-1/4 cups sugar1/3 cup cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt4 eggs1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk2 tablespoons vanilla extract Preparation In a large saucepan, heat milk to 175°; stir in the sugar, cornstarch and salt until dissolved. Whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into the eggs. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon....

Ingredients 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 cup finely chopped walnuts1 cup finely chopped pistachios3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons turbinado (washed raw) sugar or sugar Preparation On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry. Roll into a 12x9-in. rectangle. In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, pistachios, brown sugar, butter, honey, cinnamon and salt. Spread over pastry to within 1/2 in....

Ingredients 2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat evenly. Combine the garlic, parsley, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; sprinkle over potatoes and toss to coat evenly. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups shredded zucchini1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup egg substitute1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced2 teaspoons olive oil1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce, divided3/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, drained1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Place zucchini in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand for 15 minutes. Rinse and drain well....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. canola oil, plus more for brushing 4 c. riced cauliflower (16-oz.) 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs 2 large eggs, beaten 2 green onions, chopped, plus more for garnish 1 tbsp. canola oil 2 bell peppers, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp. cornstarch 1 1/2 c. low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth...

Ingredients 1 boneless leg of lamb or lamb shoulder (3 to 4 pounds)1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup lemon juice1/3 cup soy sauce1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup vinegar3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon pepper1 large green pepper, sliced1 large sweet red pepper, sliced1 large onion, sliced16 flour tortillas (7 inches), warmedChopped tomato and cucumber, optional Preparation Cut lamb into thin bite-size strips. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, mustard and pepper; add lamb....

Ingredients 3 large green peppers1 large tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 teaspoons dried oregano1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausageAdditional shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cut peppers in half lengthwise; remove stems and seeds. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine the tomato, cheeses, basil and oregano. Crumble sausage over mixture and mix well. Spoon into pepper halves. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan....