Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix1-3/4 cups water2 egg whites3/4 cup cold fat-free milk1/2 teaspoon lemon extract1 package (1 ounce) instant sugar-free vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, lemon pudding mix, water and egg whites. Beat on low spread for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 cup lime juice3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons soy sauce3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons olive oil1-1/4 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined1 cup soaked mesquite wood chips, optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. If desired, add wood chips to grill according to manufacturer’s directions. Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. On each of 12 soaked wooden appetizer skewers, thread shrimp....

Ingredients 2 small heads cauliflower, cut into florets 2 tbsp. butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour 2 c. whole milk 2 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar, divided Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/4 c. sliced green onions Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. In a large pot of salted boiling water, blanch cauliflower, 3 minutes. Drain and squeeze cauliflower of water....

Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter 1 1/2 tbsp. yellow miso paste 1/4 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 pinch salt 1/4 c. kimchi 12 scallions canola oil 12 jumbo shrimp 1/4 c. shredded seasoned nori Preparation Step 1In a microwave-safe bowl, using a wooden spoon, beat the softened butter with the miso paste, toasted sesame oil, and salt. Add the chopped kimchi and beat until blended. Microwave at high power for about 10 seconds, just until the butter is melted....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup shortening3 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt4-1/2 to 4-3/4 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1 large onion, finely chopped5 tablespoons butter, divided4 cups cubed fully cooked ham, coarsely ground4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional1/4 to 1/3 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, optional1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water....

Ingredients 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes3 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups milk1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1-1/2 cups cooked fettuccine1 cup frozen peas Preparation In a small skillet, cook bread crumbs and parsley in 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan; set aside. In a large skillet, melt the remaining butter....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 French-style rack of lamb (8 chops), about 1 pound Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, combine the oil, garlic, parsley, rosemary and thyme. Rub oil mixture over lamb. Place meat side up on a rack in a greased 11x7-in....

Ingredients 3/4 cup honey1/3 cup ketchup1/3 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup chopped onion3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon celery seed3/4 cup vegetable oil Preparation In a blender or food processor, combine the first eight ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, add oil in a steady stream. Process until thickened. Store in the refrigerator.

Ingredients 4 cups fresh strawberries, halved3 cups fresh blueberries3 medium Granny Smith apples, cubed1/3 cup lime juice1/4 to 1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons minced fresh mint Preparation In a large bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries and apples. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, honey and mint. Pour over fruit; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling1/4 cup apple juice1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonVanilla ice cream Preparation In a saucepan, combine the first four ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Serve over ice cream.

Ingredients 3 c. heavy cream, cold 1/2 c. powdered sugar 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 64 Oreo thins or chocolate wafers, plus more for serving Preparation Step 1 In a large bowl using a hand mixer (or in the bowl of a stand mixer using the whisk attachment), beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.Step 2Spread a very thin layer of whipped cream onto the bottom of an 8" springform pan, then top with an even layer of whole Oreos or cookies....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed2 cans (16 ounces each) whole-berry cranberry sauce2 tablespoons sugar2 to 3 teaspoons grated orange zestFresh cranberries or mint, optional Preparation Prepare, bake and cool angel food cake according to package directions. Cut into 1-in. cubes; set aside. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, sour cream and vanilla; beat until smooth....

Ingredients 1 small red onion 1 package small pasta shells salt Pepper Pinch of garlic salt 1 tbsp. butter 1/4 c. brown sugar 3 can condensed cream of Cheddar cheese soup c. shredded Havarti cheese 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place the diced onion in a large pot of lightly salted water; bring to a boil. Cook the pasta until close to done, about 8 to 10 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg3/4 cup molasses3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground allspiceROYAL ICING:2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons water4 teaspoons meringue powder1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1 to 2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips1 to 2 tablespoons Red Hots Preparation Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses....

Ingredients 3 large eggs, room temperature2 large egg yolks, room temperature2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup lemon juice1/3 cup butter, cubedCAKE BATTER:1 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar3 large eggs, room temperature1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon juice3 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltSUGARED LEMON ZEST:6 medium lemons1/4 cup sugarFROSTING:2/3 cup butter, softened5-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon saltColored sugar, optional...

Ingredients 2 bacon strips, diced1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (15-3/4 ounces) pork and beans2 tablespoons brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Add onion; cook until tender. Add remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cook for 10-15 minutes or until heated through, stirring frequently.

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)CANNOLI FILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract1 jar (16 ounces) maraschino cherries1 cup miniature chocolate chipsFROSTING:1 cup shortening1 cup butter, softened7-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract4 to 5 tablespoons waterPink and green gel food coloring Preparation Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased and floured 9-in....

Ingredients 1 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves c. walnuts 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 8 slice ciabatta 6 oz. Manchego cheese 8 slice cut from a small red apple Preparation Step 1In a food processor, pulse the parsley with the walnuts until finely chopped. Add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil and process until almost smooth. Season with salt and pepper.Step 2Lightly brush one side of each ciabatta slice with olive oil....

Ingredients 8 grouper or red snapper fillets (8 ounces each), skin removed1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons marinade for chicken1 tablespoon seafood seasoning1 tablespoon olive oilSAUCE:2 large onions, chopped1 large sweet red pepper, chopped8 green onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup butter, cubed3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons seafood seasoning2-1/2 cups half-and-half cream2 cups fresh crabmeat1/4 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Place fillets on a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, marinade for chicken, seafood seasoning and oil; brush over fillets....

Ingredients 4 large eggs1 green onion, chopped1 tablespoon 2% milk1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried oreganoDash garlic powderDash saltDash pepper1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese3 slices deli ham, chopped1 plum tomato, chopped2 teaspoons balsamic vinaigrette Preparation In a small bowl, whisk eggs, green onion, milk and seasonings until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Pour in egg mixture. Mixture should set immediately at edge....