Ingredients 2 cups sugar1 cup water Preparation In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Transfer to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Ingredients 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup cornmeal1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup 2% milk4 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. In another small bowl, whisk the egg, milk and 3 teaspoons oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Heat remaining oil in a heavy 8-in. skillet over low heat. Pour batter into the hot skillet; cover and cook for 4-5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/4 teaspoon pepper6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil2 medium onions, sliced1/4 cup warm water3 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), sliced1/2 teaspoon paprika Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons cheese, salt, dill and pepper. Dip pork chops in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free milk1 cup dry bread crumbs2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided1 large eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup chopped sweet onion2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce1/4 cup dry red wine or vegetable broth3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Place milk in a shallow bowl....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)1/2 cup egg substitute1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup fat-free sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Coat a 9x5-in. loaf pan with cooking spray and dust with flour; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Combine the bananas, egg substitute, oil, sour cream and vanilla; stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 cups water2 chicken bouillon cubes3 cups cubed peeled potatoes1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup thinly sliced celery3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups milk, divided2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon chopped chives Preparation In a 3-qt. saucepan over medium heat, combine water, bouillon, potatoes, onion, celery, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch pieces2 teaspoons canola oil1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup frozen corn1 medium lime, peeled, seeded and finely chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 small tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped2 green onions, sliced...

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 large egg white, room temperature2-1/2 cups unblanched almonds Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In another small bowl, whisk egg white until foamy. Add almonds; toss to coat. Sprinkle with spice mixture; toss to coat. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in....

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce, divided1 cup refried beans4 flour tortillas (7 inches), warmed1 can (2-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drainedOptional toppings: chopped tomato and shredded lettuce Preparation In a large bowl, combine chicken, 1 cup cheese and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. Spread 1/4 cup refried beans down the center of each tortilla. Top with chicken mixture; roll up....

Ingredients 1 large cucumber2 cups sour cream or plain yogurt2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon dill weed1/8 teaspoon pepperKABOBS:2 cups buttermilk2 teaspoons ground turmeric2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon minced fresh sage1/2 teaspoon salt2-1/2 pounds lean boneless lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes16 cubes fresh pineapple (1-inch)16 cherry tomatoesSALAD:8 cups torn leaf lettuce2 cups torn romaine2 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce1/2 large sweet onion, sliced1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped1 medium tomato, chopped1/2 cup bean sprouts1/2 cup green grapes, quartered1/2 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup butter, softened2 tablespoons honey4 pita breads (6 inches), halved and warmed...

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked penne pasta (about 12 ounces)1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce3/4 cup half-and-half cream4 cups chopped fresh spinach Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon each butter and oil over medium-high heat. Saute 1 pound shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes until shrimp turns pink, 3-5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 cups egg substitute4 large eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1/4 cup chopped red onion1 teaspoon Italian seasoning5 turkey bacon strips, diced and cooked, divided1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms2 teaspoons canola oil1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with parchment; coat paper with cooking spray and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the egg substitute, eggs, salt and pepper sauce....

Ingredients 1/4 c. finely shredded basil leaves 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion 1 jalapeño 1 small garlic clove 2 Hass avocados (10 ounces each) Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 lb. sea scallops 1/4 c. water 4 plum tomatoes 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar Preparation Step 1In a large bowl, combine the basil, lime juice, olive oil, onion, jalapeño and garlic....

Ingredients 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, softened 1/2 c. granulated sugar 3/4 c. packed light brown sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 1/4 c. semisweet chocolate chips, divided Flaky sea salt, to finish Vanilla ice cream, for serving Caramel sauce, warmed, for serving Chocolate syrup, for serving Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 10" cast-iron skillet with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves3 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon chili powder1 cup frozen corn, thawed1 cup chunky salsa12 fat-free flour tortillas (6 inches), warmedOptional: Sour cream, pickled onions, shredded lettuce and shredded cheddar or Cotija cheese Preparation Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine lime juice and chili powder; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 5-6 hours. Remove chicken. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with 2 forks; return to slow cooker....

Ingredients 6 flour tortillas (10 inches), cut into 1/2-inch strips4 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles, drained1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese10 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic salt, onion salt, pepper and ground cuminPaprika2 medium tomatoes, slicedSour cream and salsa Preparation In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the tortilla strips, chiles, sausage and cheese....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) milk chocolate chips1/2 cup golden raisins, divided1/3 cup crushed tortilla chips1/4 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas, divided2 tablespoons sesame seeds, divided1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, divided Preparation Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with parchment; set aside. In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt chocolate until 2/3 chips are melted. Remove from heat; stir until smooth....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1/3 cup finely chopped onion1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 cup grated Parmesan cheese3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons soft bread crumbs1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper12 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)Butter-flavored cooking spray Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable stock1 to 1-1/2 cups water1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup white wine or additional vegetable stock1 teaspoon dried thyme3 cups fresh baby spinach1 cup frozen peas3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, bring stock and water to a simmer; keep hot....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, crushed1-1/2 cups finely diced fresh or frozen rhubarb2-1/2 cups sugar1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin Preparation In a large kettle, combine strawberries, rhubarb, sugar and pineapple. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Pour into refrigerator containers, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Let stand until cooled to room temperature....