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Ingredients 1 egg, lightly beaten1 cup milk3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon saltSAUCE:2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup sliced leek (white portion only)1 medium carrot, shredded1/2 cup water2 tablespoons cornstarch3/4 cup evaporated milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons sherry or chicken brothFILLING:1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cups cubed cooked chicken Preparation For crepe batter, in a small bowl, combine egg and milk....

Ingredients 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot1/2 teaspoon onion powder1 garlic clove, minced1 beef top sirloin steak (1 inch thick and 3/4 pound)1/2 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese6 flour tortillas (8 inches) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients; set aside 3 tablespoons for filling....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed1 large nectarine, chopped2 apricots, sliced1/3 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon plus 1 cup all-purpose flour, dividedDash ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt7 tablespoons cold butter, divided3 to 4 tablespoons ice water1 egg yolk1 teaspoon water Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cherries, nectarine, apricots, sugar, cornstarch, 1 tablespoon flour and cinnamon; set aside. In another bowl, combine salt and remaining flour; cut in 6 tablespoons butter until crumbly....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups fat-free milkSugar substitute equivalent to 2 teaspoons sugar2/3 cup hot strong brewed coffeeGround cinnamon or baking cocoa, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine milk and sugar substitute. Whisk over medium heat until foamy and steaming (do not boil). Slowly pour into mugs. Pour coffee through the foam. Sprinkle with cinnamon or cocoa if desired.

Ingredients 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 tablespoon sugar3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon 2% milk1-1/3 cups vanilla ice cream2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbsDash ground cinnamon Preparation In a small bowl, combine strawberries and sugar; set aside. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth. Spoon ice cream into two dessert dishes; layer each with 1/4 cup strawberries. Top with cream cheese mixture and remaining strawberries....

Ingredients 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon dried oreganoDash onion salt1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Separate biscuits and place on two ungreased baking sheets. Let stand for 5 minutes. Flatten biscuits into 4-in. circles. Spread about 1 tablespoon mayonnaise mixture over each circle to within 1/2 in. of edge....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups chicken broth Preparation In a small saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in flour, poultry seasoning and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes.

Ingredients 3 tbsp. finely grated fresh ginger 3 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tbsp. white-wine vinegar 2 tsp. sugar 1 tbsp. cornstarch Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 1/2 lb. peeled and deveined medium shrimp 4 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 red bell peppers 8 scallions Preparation Step 1Press out ginger juice (see note); whisk in soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, and 1 cup water; set sauce aside.Step 2Season shrimp with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon canola oil1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons chopped green onionsDIPPING SAUCE:3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon orange juice2 teaspoons sesame oil2 teaspoons honey1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat the first five ingredients for 30 seconds, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 6 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed2 teaspoons canola oilConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Fold a tortilla in half, then in half again and once again. Using a clean scissors or sharp knife, cut small triangles on folded and outside edges. Unfold tortilla; brush both sides with oil. Place on a greased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining tortillas and oil. Bake at 400° for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Dust both sides of tortillas with confectioners’ sugar while still warm....

Ingredients 5 bottles (12 ounces each) light beer2 cups huckleberry flavored vodka1 can (12 ounces) diet lemon-lime soda, chilled4 teaspoons (2 packets) Crystal Light raspberry lemonade drink mixFresh blackberries and raspberries, optional Preparation In a large pitcher, combine beer, vodka, soda and drink mix, stirring until mix is dissolved. Serve with ice and garnish with berries as desired.

Ingredients 1 cup shredded cabbage1/4 cup shredded carrot1/4 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauceSalt to taste Preparation In a medium bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, celery and green pepper. In another bowl, combine oil, mayonnaise, mustard, hot pepper sauce and salt; pour over vegetables and toss. Cover and chill for several hours. Stir before serving.

Ingredients 2 large onions, thinly sliced, divided2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot3 garlic cloves, minced8 plum tomatoes, chopped2 teaspoons ground coriander1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 cups vegetable broth2 cups water2 cups dried lentils, rinsed1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles3/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon cumin seeds6 cups hot cooked basmati or jasmine riceOptional: Sliced green onions or minced fresh cilantro Preparation In a large skillet, saute half of the onions in oil until tender....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup orange marmalade2 tablespoons sesame oil2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk, divided1 cup uncooked basmati rice3/4 cup water1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts Preparation Place flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) dried great northern beans2 smoked ham hocks (about 1/2 pound each) 2 cups water1 medium onion, chopped2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided 2 teaspoons onion powder, divided 1 cup barbecue sauce3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce, optional Preparation Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine beans, ham hocks, water, onion, 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1 teaspoon onion powder....

Ingredients 2 cups 2% milk1 cup old-fashioned oats1 cup chopped peeled tart apple1/2 cup raisins1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup chopped walnuts1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until liquid is absorbed and oatmeal is tender. If desired, serve with additional milk, walnuts and cinnamon.

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4 inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped3/4 cup salsa1/4 cup creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons black bean sauce1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce8 ounces uncooked linguine1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms Thinly sliced green onions, optional Preparation Place the chicken and onion in a 4-qt. slow cooker. Combine salsa, peanut butter, black bean sauce and soy sauce; add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 hours or until chicken is tender....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed36 slices cocktail rye bread12 ounces sliced smoked salmon or lox1 medium red onion, thinly sliced and separated into ringsFresh dill sprigs, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and dill. Spread on rye bread. Top with salmon and red onion. Garnish with dill sprigs if desired.

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups finely crushed gingersnaps (about 40 cookies)1/2 cup butter, melted1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons milkTOPPING:3 cups cold milk2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin2-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice2 cups whipped toppingAdditional whipped topping, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine gingersnap crumbs and butter; press into a ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 325° for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 container sour cream 1 c. plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 c. half-and-half 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/4 tsp. salt vanilla bean 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/2 c. sugar 1 stick cinnamon (optional) 2 tsp. brandy 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice 3 large firm-ripe Bartlett pears Preparation Step 1To make ice cream: In a large bowl, whisk sour cream, sugar, half-and-half, lemon juice, and salt until blended. Scrape vanilla bean seeds into mixture and whisk until blended....