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Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs1 cup milk1/2 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon lemon extract1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, halved1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, oil and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cranberries. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full; sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup 1/4 c. milk 1/2 tsp. lemon juice tsp. ground black pepper 1/2 c. pitted ripe olive 4 slice lemon 4 c. hot cooked rice Preparation Step 1Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until well browned on both sides.Step 2Stir the soup, milk, lemon juice, black pepper and olives in the skillet and heat to a boil....

Ingredients 16 small red potatoes (about 1-3/4 pounds)1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons minced fresh chives Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain; return to pot. Mash potatoes, gradually adding milk, butter, pepper and salt....

Ingredients 5 c. water 1 1/2 c. shredded zucchini 1 c. shredded carrot 1 c. shredded onion 1 c. shredded white button mushrooms c. minced scallions 2 c. loosely packed, coarsely sliced salad greens 1 tsp. salt 3 tbsp. instant grits 4 tsp. unsalted butter or olive oil 1 c. shredded Swiss (Gruyère) cheese Preparation Step 1Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan.Step 2Add all the vegetables to the boiling water along with the salt....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each)1 bottle (8 ounces) reduced-fat Italian salad dressing Preparation Place tenderloins in a bowl. Pour dressing over. Cover and refrigerate for 6-8 hours or overnight. Grill over hot heat for 15-20 minutes or until done. Slice and serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/2 package Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet) 1 egg 1 tbsp. water Ground black pepper (optional) 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 tbsp. butter 1 container garlic and herb spreadable cheese 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Beat the egg and water in a small bowl with a fork or whisk.Step 2Season the chicken with the black pepper, if desired....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn1 large carrot, chopped2 tablespoons water3 tablespoons butter, cubed3/4 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the corn, carrot and water. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Drain. Add butter and seasonings, stirring until butter is melted.

Ingredients 2 packages devil’s food cake mix (regular size)3/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce4 Eggland’s Best large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon mint extract, dividedFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cold reduced-fat cream cheese2-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar Red or green paste food coloring Crushed peppermint candies, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, oil, applesauce, eggs and 1/2 teaspoon extract until well blended. Roll into 1-in. balls....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground mustardPinch salt1 egg, lightly beaten1/3 cup water1 tablespoon white vinegar3/4 cup mayonnaiseSALAD:5 large potatoes, cooked, peeled and cubed4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped1 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped green onionsSalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, mustard and salt. Combine the egg, water and vinegar; stir into dry ingredients until smooth. Cook and stir until mixture reaches 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon....

Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, softened1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup grated shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup heavy whipping creamHONEY-KISSED TOPPING:1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon honey2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/3 cup minced fresh parsley Flaky sea salt, such as Maldon, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter for 2 minutes. Mix in parsley....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened3/4 cup vodka1/2 cup eggnog1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk1 tablespoon chocolate syrup1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extractGrated chocolate and additional chocolate syrup Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; beat until smooth. Set aside. Place grated chocolate and additional chocolate syrup in separate shallow bowls. Hold each glass upside down and dip rim in chocolate syrup, then dip in grated chocolate....

Ingredients 1 beef sirloin tip roast (2 pounds)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 medium green pepper, chopped1/2 cup water1 tablespoon sesame seeds1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper8 kaiser rolls, split Preparation Place the roast in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, green pepper, water and seasonings; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until meat is tender....

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach6 cups shredded red cabbage1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions1 package (1 pound) sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled1 bottle (16 ounces) ranch salad dressing Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large salad bowl, layer the spinach, cabbage, tomatoes and onions. Drain tortellini and rinse in cold water; place over onions....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup buttermilk1/2 cup sour cream1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme1 tablespoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg. Combine buttermilk and sour cream. Combine the flour, thyme, lemon zest, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 2 cups water1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons pepper16 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed (about 6 pounds)2 cups uncooked long grain rice4 tablespoons grated lemon zest, divided2 medium lemons, sliced Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the first 7 ingredients. Add chicken; turn to coat and cover. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 325°. Spread 1 cup rice into each of 2 greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill1 tablespoon minced chives1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound imitation lobster1/2 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined and coarsely chopped10 miniature croissants, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dill, chives, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Stir in lobster and shrimp. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve on croissants.

Ingredients 4 large green peppers, thinly sliced1/2 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1 cup water1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano20 uncooked Italian sausage links20 sandwich bunsShredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, saute peppers and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, sugar, basil, salt and oregano....

Ingredients 2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/2 teaspoon pepper4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first five ingredients; rub over fillets. Let stand 15 minutes. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Place salmon on grill rack, skin side up. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....

Ingredients 1 lb. sea scallops 1 tbsp. plus 1/2 cup olive oil 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 4 tsp. sherry vinegar or red- or white-wine vinegar 1/2 lb. mixed salad greens (about 4 quarts) 3/4 c. loosely packed basil leaves 3/4 c. loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/2 c. loosely packed mint leaves 1/4 c. chopped fresh chives or scallion tops 4 tsp. drained capers Preparation Step 1Light the grill or heat the broiler....

Ingredients 4 large sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch wedges1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDIPPING SAUCE:1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon chili powder Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle potatoes with garlic salt and pepper....