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Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 cup shredded Colby cheese1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook rice mix according to package directions. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with chicken and ham. In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, Colby cheese and pepper; pour over chicken mixture....

Ingredients 2 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pound ground fully cooked ham1/2 pound ground porkGLAZE:1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon ground mustard2 tablespoons water Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat the eggs; add milk, bread crumbs and pepper. Add ham and pork; mix well. Transfer to a 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine glaze ingredients; spoon over loaf....

Ingredients 1-1/2 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup butter, softened, divided3 cups sugar1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup)1 package (12 ounces) white baking chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil; grease foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, milk and remaining 3/4 cup butter; bring to a rapid boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 4 minutes, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 cup honey2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon sesame oil Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Combine the first three ingredients; rub over pork. In a large ovenproof skillet, brown pork in canola oil on all sides. In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar and sesame oil; spoon over pork....

Ingredients 1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into 1-inch strips1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup reduced-fat ranch salad dressing1/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs1-1/2 teaspoons garam masala1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 tablespoons olive oilSAUCE:1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion4 cups fresh baby spinach1 medium mango, peeled and sliced...

Ingredients 3 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup canned pumpkin1 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup maple syrup1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractPastry for double-crust pie Whipped cream Preparation In a large bowl, beat the first 10 ingredients until smooth. Divide dough in half so that 1 portion is slightly larger than the other. Roll out larger portion to fit a 9-in. pie plate....

Ingredients 1 pound dried lima beans6 cups water1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound bulk pork sausage2-1/2 cups tomato juice1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon dried basil Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring beans, water and salt to a boil. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour (or soak beans overnight). Do not drain. Bring beans to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 large shallots 2 lb. mixed mushrooms (such as cremini, oyster, and shiitake) 2 tbsp. Asian fish sauce 1 pinch cayenne pepper 2 tbsp. chopped tarragon 2 tbsp. snipped chives 4 rib eye steaks salt Freshly ground black pepper Preparation Step 1In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter in the 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the shallots and mixed mushrooms and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and their liquid is evaporated, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)3/4 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/4 cups water2 tablespoons butter1 package (6 ounces) stuffing mix Preparation Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of each tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the wine or broth, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic, curry, ginger and pepper; add pork....

Ingredients 4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1 medium lemon, sliced1 medium mango, peeled and thinly sliced Preparation Brush fillets with oil; sprinkle with salt, dill and pepper. Grill tilapia, covered, on a lightly oiled rack over medium heat for 5 minutes. Turn tilapia; top with cheese, lemon and mango. Grill 4-6 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork....

Ingredients 2 medium mangoes, peeled and cubed (about 1-1/3 cups)4 kiwifruit, peeled and cubed (about 1 cup)1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper1/2 cup chopped onion1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided1 tablespoon lime juice2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 3/4 teaspoon dried mint1 teaspoon honey1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1 tablespoon olive oil4 halibut fillets (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon chili powder Preparation In a large bowl, combine the mangoes, kiwi, red pepper, onion, jalapeno, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, lime juice, mint, honey and 1/4 teaspoon salt....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 to 8 ounces each)Salt and pepper to taste1 slice (1 ounce) Swiss cheese2 slices (3/4 ounce each) deli ham1/4 teaspoon dried thymeMUSTARD SAUCE:2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard1 teaspoon honeyPinch salt Preparation Hold sharp knife parallel to cutting board and along one long side of chicken breast; cut almost in half, leaving breast attached at one side. Open breast so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap....

Ingredients 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup water2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 carrot, cut into 2-inch julienne strips2 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges2 cups frozen sugar snap peas, thawed1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-1/2-inch stripsHot cooked rice, optional Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened1/3 cup all-purpose flourDOUGH:1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/4 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon salt3-1/2 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a small bowl, beat butter and flour until combined; spread into a 12x6-in. rectangle on a piece of waxed paper. Cover with another piece of waxed paper; refrigerate for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients 1 package (14-1/2 ounces) Honey-comb cereal1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped2/3 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation Place cereal in a large bowl; set aside. In a saucepan over low heat, stir candy coating and peanut butter until smooth, about 10 minutes. Pour over cereal and stir until well coated. Immediately spread onto two greased baking sheets. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix2 tablespoons butter, melted3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon sesame seeds3/4 teaspoon dill weed3/4 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation Prepare roll mix according to package directions. Divide dough into 12 portions; divide each into three pieces. Shape each into a ball; place three balls in each greased muffin cup. Brush with butter. Combine the cheese, sesame seeds, dill, basil and garlic salt; sprinkle over tops....

Ingredients 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up and skin removed1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped celery1/4 cup finely chopped carrot3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 bay leaf1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 cup minced fresh basil Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper....

Ingredients Extra virgin olive oil 4 clove garlic 1 pinch crushed red pepper 2 slice day-old Italian bread 1/2 c. Parmigiano Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1 tbsp. Dijion mustard 3 anchovy fillets 2 squirt Worcestershire sauce kosher salt 1 bunch kale Preparation Step 1Coat a large saute pan with olive oil. Toss in half the garlic and the crushed red pepper and bring the pan to medium heat. Cook the garlic until it becomes golden and very aromatic, 2 to 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 sheets refrigerated pie crust1 cup butter, softened2-1/2 cups sugar4 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup Key lime juice2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups self-rising flour1-1/2 cups buttermilkFROSTING:12 ounces cream cheese, softened1-1/2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-3/4 to 3 cups confectioners’ sugar6 tablespoons Key lime juiceFresh raspberries Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 32 muffin cups with foil liners. On a work surface, unroll crusts. Cut 32 circles with a floured 2-1/4-in....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked bow tie pasta1 pound smoked kielbasa or smoked Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained2 tablespoons butter2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/2 cups whole milk1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen snow peas1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute sausage and mushrooms in butter. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Combine cornstarch and milk until smooth; gradually add to the skillet....