Ingredients 3 slices bacon Preparation Step 1Add bacon in a single layer to a large skillet. Place over medium heat and cook, using a fish spatula to gently press down on bacon for full contact with the skillet, until bacon starts to shrink, 2 to 3 minutes.Step 2Flip bacon and continue cooking until both sides are deeply golden and edges are crispy, 2 to 3 minutes more. Flip as often as needed to ensure even cooking....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 cups crisp rice cereal2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped mixed nuts1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened Preparation In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook butter and brown sugar until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. In a large bowl, combine cereal, coconut and nuts; add sugar mixture and stir until coated. Press half into a greased 13-in. x 9-in....

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds boneless beef top round steak, cut into serving-size pieces1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium onion, chopped3/4 cup grated carrot3/4 cup water1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup picante sauce1 tablespoon cider vinegarHot cooked pasta Preparation In a large container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 1 scoop vanilla ice cream1 cup cola1 ounce Irish whiskey Preparation Place ice cream in a tall glass; top with cola and whiskey. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken (about 10 ounces)1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese1 cup shredded pepper jack or Monterey Jack cheese1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeno peppers1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a bowl, mix chicken, cream cheese, pepper jack cheese and peppers. On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry; roll into a 13-in. square....

Ingredients 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1-1/4 cups cold water, divided1-1/3 cups nonfat dry milk powder2-1/2 teaspoons Crystal Light lemonade drink mix3 to 4 drops yellow food coloring, optional1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 1% cottage cheese1 cup reduced-fat whipped topping1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs Preparation In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1/2 large green pepper, diced4 garlic cloves, minced8 cups beef broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup ditalini or other small pasta1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....

Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/3 cup water2 tablespoons taco seasoning2 cups torn mixed salad greens1 cup canned red beans, rinsed and drained1-1/4 cups coarsely crushed nacho tortilla chips1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 medium tomato, diced1/4 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, drained3 tablespoons green goddess salad dressing3 tablespoons prepared ranch salad dressing Preparation In a small skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons chopped celery leaves1 tablespoon chopped onion2 tablespoons butter, divided3/4 cup dry bread crumbs2/3 cup chicken broth, divided1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried thyme2 pork loin chops (1-1/4 inches thick) Preparation In a skillet over medium-high heat, saute celery leaves and onion in 1 tablespoon of butter until soft. Remove from the heat; stir in bread crumbs, 1/3 cup broth and seasonings; mix well....

Ingredients 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)1/4 cup water1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1/4 cup canola oil2 eggs1 carton (1-3/4 quarts) reduced-fat no-sugar-added vanilla ice cream, softenedBERRY SAUCE:2 tablespoons butter1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced2 cups fresh blueberries2 cups fresh raspberries Preparation Prepare brownie mix using water, applesauce, oil and eggs....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 jalapeño pepper 3/4 lb. kale 1 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 3) 1 1/2 qt. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. canned unsweetened coconut milk 1 c. long-grain rice Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice 8 oz. unsalted butter 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 c. sugar 1 large egg 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tbsp. poppy seeds Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bring lemon juice to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook until reduced by half. Add 1 stick butter; stir until melted.Step 2Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked yolk-free noodles1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup fat-free milk2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1 can (5 ounces) albacore white tuna in water1/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red pepperTOPPING:1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Cook noodles according to package directions....

Ingredients 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed3/4 cup sour cream1/2 cup milk3 tablespoons butterSalt and pepper to taste3 cups shredded cheddar cheese blend, divided1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled3 green onions, sliced Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl. Add the sour cream, milk, butter, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 quarts water2 meaty beef soup bones2 beef bouillon cubes or 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 pound ground beef1/4 to 1/2 cup medium pearl barley1 large carrot, diced1 small onion, chopped3 to 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced2 teaspoons garlic salt1 teaspoon onion powder2 teaspoons dried parsley1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large Dutch oven, bring water and soup bones to a rapid boil; add bouillon. Stir in ground beef in small amounts....

Ingredients 1 medium mango, peeled and cubed1/2 cup cubed avocado1/4 cup chopped red onion2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro3 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon honey1 pound halibut steaks (3/4 inch thick)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 Bibb lettuce leaves4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed4 teaspoons sweet Thai chili sauce Preparation In a small bowl, combine the mango, avocado, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, 2 teaspoons oil, lemon juice and honey; set aside....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1-1/4 cups sugar1 cup buttermilk2/3 cup canola oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon saltFROSTING:2/3 cup butter-flavored shortening2/3 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1 tablespoon water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, buttermilk, oil and vanilla until blended. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually add to egg mixture until blended....

Ingredients 1/2 c. tahini (sesame seed paste) Zest of 2 lemons 5 tbsp. fresh lemon juice salt 8 medium heirloom tomatoes 1 lemon Freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In bowl of a food processor, place tahini, half lemon zest, and lemon juice; pulse to combine.Step 2With motor running, add 7 to 8 tablespoons cold water and continue to process until mixture is thick and smooth. Add salt to taste, and refrigerate until cold....

Ingredients 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers (about 30 wafers)1/4 cup ground pecans2 tablespoons sugar5 tablespoons butter, meltedFILLING:3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar3 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon maple flavoring1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped pecansTOPPING:1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon water1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, pecans and sugar; stir in butter....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken2 cups cooked rice1 cup diced celery1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup mayonnaise1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undilutedTOPPING:3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup cornflake crumbs1/2 cup slivered almonds Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and soup....