Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup lemon juice1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed3-5 drops yellow food coloring, optional1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)Grated lemon zest, optional Preparation In a medium bowl, combine milk and juice; let stand 5 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. If desired, stir in food coloring. Spoon into crust. Refrigerate until set. If desired, sprinkle with lemon zest.

Ingredients 3 c. finely chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce 2 c. shredded red cabbage 2 c. shredded chicken 1/2 c. jarred mandarin oranges, drained 1 instant ramen packet, crushed (flavor packet discarded) 1/2 c. shredded carrot 1/3 c. sliced green onions 1/4 c. sliced almonds 3 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 2 tbsp. honey 1 tbsp. sesame oil 1 tbsp. hoisin sauce 2 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tsp. minced ginger 1 clove garlic, minced...

Ingredients 10 oil-packed anchovies 5 clove garlic 5 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 6 pork rib chops 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper 3 lb. Swiss chard kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, mash the anchovies with three-fourths of the garlic and stir in 3 tablespoons of the oil. Arrange the pork on a baking sheet and rub with the anchovy mixture. Let stand for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2/3 cup packed fresh cilantro sprigs1/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 garlic cloves, peeled2 tablespoons water1 tablespoon pine nuts1 tablespoon olive oilSANDWICHES:2 large sweet red peppers4 slices eggplant (1/2 inch thick)Cooking spray1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese4 kaiser rolls, split Preparation For pesto, place cilantro, parsley, Parmesan cheese and garlic in a small food processor; pulse until chopped. Add water and pine nuts; process until blended....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli1/2 cup finely chopped onion1-1/2 cups cooked rice1-1/2 cups diced fully cooked ham1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup whole milk2 slices bread, crusts removed2 tablespoons butter Preparation In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. water, broccoli and onion to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender; drain. In a greased 1-1/2-qt....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef or turkey1 large onion, chopped4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed4 large carrots, grated4 celery ribs, chopped1/2 small head cabbage, shredded1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1 quart water1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 bay leaves1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried thyme3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dill weed1 to 2 teaspoons salt, optional...

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped4 cups water3 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies4 beef bouillon cubes4 teaspoons molasses1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce3/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook the sausage, beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 meaty ham bone or 2 smoked ham hocks6 cups water2 cups cubed fully cooked ham3 cups chopped cooked beets1 can (14 ounces) pork and beans1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted1 cup frozen peas1 cup chopped carrots1 cup frozen cut green beans1 medium onion, chopped2 to 3 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dill weedSour cream, optional Preparation Place ham bone and water in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)6 small fresh mushrooms, halved1/3 cup chopped onion1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives1 teaspoon sugar3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, mushrooms and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 22 ounces semisweet chocolate, such as Baker’s Chocolate, finely chopped1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons vanilla marshmallow bits (not miniature marshmallows) Optional: Sprinkles, colored sanding sugar and melted candy melts Preparation Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until chocolate is melted and smooth, 1-2 minutes longer. Chocolate should not exceed 90°....

Ingredients 1 lb. dry black beans 1 medium onion, quartered 4 cloves garlic, crushed 2 bay leaves Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Rinse beans and check for stones and debris. Add beans to a large bowl and add water to cover by at least 4 inches. Cover and let soak for at least 6 hours and up to overnight. Step 2Drain beans and return to pot. Cover with 4" of water and add onion, garlic, and bay leaves....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons all-purpose flourSalt and pepper to taste1 broiler/fryer chicken (about 3-1/2 pounds), cut up1/4 cup butter, divided1 large onion, chopped2/3 cup tomato juice1 to 2 tablespoons paprika1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon salt1 bay leaf2/3 cup chicken broth2/3 cup sour creamHot cooked egg noodles Preparation Combine flour, salt and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet....

Ingredients 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs3 pounds potatoes (about 9 medium), peeled and cubed1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup butter, cubed3 large eggs, beaten1 teaspoon Greek seasoning1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/4 pound thinly sliced fontina cheese1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami, coarsely choppedTOPPING:1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation Sprinkle bread crumbs onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons each dried basil, oregano and parsley flakes1 tablespoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation Place all ingredients, in batches if necessary, in a spice grinder or small bowl. Grind or crush with the back of a spoon until mixture becomes a coarse powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1 cup chicken broth, divided1/4 cup lemon juice3 tablespoons Dijon mustard3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed3 tablespoons cornstarchHot cooked rice1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine 3/4 cup broth, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, butter and rosemary; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until a thermometer reads 170°....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg1 tablespoon half-and-half cream1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup finely crushed lemon drops1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, cream and zest. Combine the flour, lemon drops, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 3 in....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh chives1 garlic clove, minced1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveinedDIPPING SAUCE:1 cup fresh cilantro leaves1 cup fat-free mayonnaise1 jalapeno pepper, seeded1 garlic clove, peeled1 tablespoon white vinegar1 teaspoon sugarDash cayenne pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cilantro, oil, chives and garlic. Add the shrimp; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. In a blender, combine the sauce ingredients; cover and process until blended....

Ingredients 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/2 cup chopped red onion1/3 cup pitted Greek olives2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 beef ribeye steak (3/4 pound)1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation For relish, in a small bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, olives, cilantro, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, oil and garlic. Drizzle remaining lemon juice over steak. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 4 medium potatoes3 cups frozen chopped broccoli1/4 cup finely chopped onion3 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 cups cubed fully cooked ham1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/4 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until tender; drain. Peel and cube; set aside. Cook the broccoli according to package directions, omitting salt; drain and set aside....

Ingredients 3/4 cup sherry or chicken broth1/3 cup soy sauce1 small onion, sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound boneless beef top round steak, cut into 2-inch strips3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes4 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided3 medium carrots, julienned1 cup fresh broccoli florets1 medium green pepper, julienned1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro12 cups torn mixed salad greens3 medium navel oranges, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces...