Ingredients 3/4 cup fat-free milk3/4 cup ice cubes, crushed1/2 cup strawberry yogurt1/2 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries1 small firm banana, chopped and frozenSugar substitute equivalent to 1/4 cup sugar Preparation In a blender, combine all of the ingredients; cover and process for 30-45 seconds or until smooth. Stir if necessary. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons chopped onion1/2 teaspoon minced garlic3-3/4 cups coleslaw mix1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt16 egg roll wrappersOil for fryingSweet-and-sour sauce Preparation In a large skillet, cook the sausage, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw, pepper and salt; stir in sausage mixture....

Ingredients nonstick cooking spray 4 slice nitrate-free turkey bacon 3 large egg whites 1 large egg 1/2 c. low-sodium chickpeas 1/4 c. nonfat (skim) milk 4 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray; place bacon on prepared baking sheet and transfer to oven. Bake until crisp, 10 to 15 minutes.Step 2Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together egg whites, egg, chickpeas, and milk....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup each red and green candied cherries, chopped Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in raisins and cherries....

Ingredients 8 hard-boiled large eggs1 package (3 ounces) smoked salmon or lox, finely chopped6 tablespoons sour cream1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon cider vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Cut eggs lengthwise in half. Remove yolks; set whites aside. In a small bowl, mash yolks. Add the remaining ingredients; mix well. Spoon into egg whites. Refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced1/3 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 tablespoon olive oil1 small garlic clove, minced3/4 cup V8 juice1-1/2 cups hot cooked rice Minced fresh oregano, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute the sausage, green pepper, onion, oregano and basil in oil until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in V8 juice; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 sweet potatoes (1 1/4 pounds) 2 scallions 1 clove garlic 1 1/2 tsp. hot pimenton or other hot smoked paprika kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 4 eggs 3 oz. Manchego cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 10 minutes. Add the scallions, garlic and pimenton and cook for 1 minute....

Ingredients 1 pound beef top sirloin steak (1 inch thick)1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach1 cup chopped sweet red pepper3/4 cup chopped tomatoes1/3 cup chopped red onion1/3 cup ranch salad dressing2 tablespoons picante sauce1 teaspoon taco seasoning Preparation Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 8 slice peasant bread or other artisan bread 3 c. shredded Manchego cheese 3 oz. thinly sliced Serrano ham or prosciutto 1 tbsp. sherry vinegar 1 tsp. smoked paprika 3 tbsp. Mezzetta Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tbsp. Mezzetta Crushed Garlic 1 c. Mezzetta Roasted Red Pepper Strips 1 c. Mezzetta Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Olive Oil 3 tbsp. chopped flat-leaf parsley or cilantro Preparation Step 1For Topping: Whisk together vinegar, paprika, 1 tablespoon Mezzetta Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Mezzetta Crushed Garlic in bowl....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder 1 1/2 c. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda 3/4 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. salt 2 large eggs 3/4 c. warm water 3/4 c. buttermilk 3 tbsp. vegetable oil (such as safflower) 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract confectioners’ sugar Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 standard muffin tins with paper liners. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl....

Ingredients 1 package (6.2 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained1/2 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices Preparation In a large skillet, prepare rice according to package directions. Add beans, corn and sausage. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until heated through.

Ingredients 2 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 2 large)2 teaspoons all-purpose flourDash each salt, pepper and ground nutmeg2 teaspoons butter2/3 to 1 cup half-and-half cream1/3 cup shredded Gouda cheese Preparation Place half of the potatoes in a greased small ovenproof skillet; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon flour. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Dot with butter. Add enough cream to fill skillet about three-fourths full. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat....

Ingredients 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped celery5 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons cornstarch2 cups 2% milk2 cups cubed cooked turkey2 cups cooked egg noodles1/4 cup chicken broth1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon white pepper1/2 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and celery in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Combine cornstarch and milk until smooth; stir into mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided1 cup uncooked couscous2 green onions, sliced1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen sugar snap peas3/4 cup fresh broccoli florets1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1 large sweet red pepper, chopped3/4 cup diced zucchini2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon thawed apple juice concentrate1 tablespoon water2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted...

Ingredients 2 pound boneless beef round steak (1 inch thick), cut into strips2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 cup tomato juice1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup water1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground mustard1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold waterHot cooked rice, optional Preparation In a large skillet, brown beef in oil over medium-high heat; drain. In a small bowl, combine the tomato juice, ketchup, water, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar and seasonings; pour over the beef....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1 medium onion, finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper6 cups frozen corn (about 30 ounces), thawed1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and red pepper; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter, softened6 large ripe peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6 cups)2 tablespoons light brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons coconut rum, optionalTOPPING:1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup packed light brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup old-fashioned oats6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed Whipped cream, optional Preparation Grease a 6-qt. oval slow cooker with 1 tablespoon softened butter. Toss peaches with brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla and, if desired, rum; spread evenly in slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust1 cup shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 teaspoons canola oil3 ounces smoked salmon fillet, flaked (about 1/2 cup)4 large eggs1 cup 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation On a lightly floured surface, unroll crust. Transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges. In a small bowl, combine cheese and flour....

Ingredients 1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup pureed fresh strawberries3/4 cup sliced ripe bananas1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 cup heavy whipping cream, whippedHalved fresh strawberries Preparation Split cake horizontally into three layers; place bottom layer on a serving plate. In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, sugar and pureed strawberries; fold in bananas and sliced strawberries. Fold in whipped cream....

Ingredients 2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper6 cups water2 cups cornmeal1/4 cup all-purpose flour6 salmon fillets (6 ounces each) Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute celery and onion in 1 tablespoon oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, Italian seasoning, thyme, basil and pepper....