Ingredients 4-1/2 teaspoons butter4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup chopped broccoli2 tablespoons chopped onion1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/8 teaspoon dried thyme3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth; gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add broccoli and onion; cook and stir until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauceCORNBREAD TOPPING:1 cup cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups milk1 large egg3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn...

Ingredients 8 chicken thighs Salt and freshly ground pepper all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 clove garlic 4 carrots 1 1/2 c. Cotes-du-Rhones 1 bay leaf 4 sprig thyme 1 sprig rosemary 4 oz. pitted prunes 1 1/2 c. chicken stock Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and dust with the flour, tapping off the excess....

Ingredients 1 cup heavy whipping cream1 cup honey6 wooden pop sticks6 medium green apples, chilledChopped honey-roasted peanuts, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, combine whipping cream and honey over medium heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thermometer reads 260°, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat; allow to thicken 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, insert a wooden pop stick into the core of each apple. Dip apples in caramel mixture, rolling to coat evenly....

Ingredients 24 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick)1/2 cup butter, softened1/3 cup honey1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted2 tart apples, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices Preparation Place bread on baking sheets. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. In a small bowl, beat the butter, honey and rosemary until blended....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 1 teaspoon butter, softened, divided1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3 cups all-purpose flour4 cups ground walnuts1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1/2 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup butter and the cream cheese until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Gradually add flour, beating until mixture forms a ball. Divide dough into 4 portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 12-in....

Ingredients 1 large onion1 large sweet red pepper1 large green pepper2 cups cherry tomatoes1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 packages (12 ounces each) fully cooked Italian chicken sausage links, cut into 1-1/4-inch slices16 cubes provolone cheese (3/4 inch each) Preparation Cut onion and peppers into 1-in. pieces; place in a large bowl. Add tomatoes, oil, pepper and salt; toss to coat. On 16 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread sausage and vegetables....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cumin2 eggs1 cup fat-free milk3 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped seeded jalapeno peppers Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, butter and cilantro; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise2 teaspoons taco seasoning1 cup taco sauce2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 medium green pepper, diced3 green onions, chopped1 medium tomato, dicedTortilla chips Preparation In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and taco seasoning until smooth. Spread onto a 12-in. round serving plate. Spread with taco sauce; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, green pepper, onions and tomato....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powderDash pepper1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cut an “X” in the core of each Brussels sprout. Place in a shallow baking pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil and lemon juice; sprinkle with salt, garlic powder and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Sprinkle with cheese....

Ingredients 4 cups frozen miniature Tater Tots1 pound ground beef1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning2/3 cup water1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 cups shredded lettuce1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, optional1/4 cup taco sauce1/2 cup sour cream Preparation Bake Tater Tots according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine16 cherry tomatoes2 tablespoons olive oil1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons torn fresh basil Preparation In a large saucepan, cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, thread tomatoes onto metal or soaked wooden skewers; brush with 1 tablespoon oil. Thread shrimp onto skewers; brush with remaining oil....

Ingredients 1 cup diced fully cooked ham3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese3 tablespoons chopped onion3 tablespoons chopped green pepper1 cup milk1/4 cup biscuit/baking mix2 large eggs1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a greased 10-in. quiche dish or pie plate, layer the ham, Swiss cheese, bacon, cheddar cheese, onion and green pepper. Place the remaining ingredients in blender in the order given; cover and process for 35-40 seconds....

Ingredients 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 cup heavy whipping cream1/3 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons hazelnut liqueur4-1/2 cups hot brewed coffeeSweetened whipped cream, optional Preparation Place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Add sugar and cinnamon; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Stir in liqueur. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 4 whole pita breads1 small onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup prepared pesto2 packages (6 ounces each) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Place pita breads on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 medium zucchini, finely chopped2 medium carrots, finely chopped3 tablespoons cornmeal2 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drainedGARNISH:8 tablespoons fat-free sour cream8 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions8 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves1 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon seasoned pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic saltHot cooked corn on the cob Preparation Place basil in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add butter, lemon juice, seasoned pepper and garlic salt; process until blended. Serve with corn.

Ingredients 8 medium ears sweet corn1/2 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons minced fresh basil2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Place corn in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain. Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; spread over corn. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat until tender, 25-30 minutes, turning often....

Ingredients 2 cups mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter)1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon pepperOil for fryingOptional: ketchup, mustard or ranch dressing Preparation In a large bowl, stir together potatoes, breadcrumbs, cornstarch and seasonings until smooth. On a lightly floured surface, roll out mixture to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-in. round cookie cutter, re-rolling scraps. Using a drinking straw, poke 2 circles into each round for eyes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups beer or ginger ale1 cup Dijon mustard2/3 cup honey1/2 cup olive oil16 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup minced fresh rosemary, or 4 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed1 boneless pork loin roast (2 to 2-1/2 pounds)1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Preparation In a small bowl, combine the beer, mustard, honey, oil, garlic and rosemary. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add the roast. Seal bag and turn to coat....