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Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups), finely chopped3/4 cup finely chopped red onion3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese3/4 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain ozo; rinse with cold water and drain well. In a large bowl, combine spinach, onion, cheese and orzo. Mix vinaigrette, basil and pepper; toss gently with spinach mixture....

Ingredients 6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese3 cups chopped fresh spinach1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. On half of each tortilla, layer 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 cup spinach and about 2 tablespoons sauce. Fold other half over filling. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-12 minutes. If desired, server with additional pizza sauce.

Ingredients 1 cup sugar1 cup heavy whipping cream3 tablespoons butter, cubed1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon almond extract Preparation In a large heavy saucepan, spread sugar; cook, without stirring, over medium-low heat until it begins to melt. Gently drag melted sugar to center of pan so sugar melts evenly. Cook, without stirring, until melted sugar turns a medium-dark amber, 5-10 minutes. Immediately remove from heat, then slowly stir in cream, butter, salt and almond extract....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, divided1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups milk4 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 2 pounds)1 medium onion, finely chopped1 small green pepper, finely chopped1/2 cup dry bread crumbs3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta3/4 pound bay scallops2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup vegetable broth1/4 cup dry white wine or additional vegetable broth2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoons cold water1/4 cup minced fresh parsleyShredded Parmesan cheese and thinly sliced green onions, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook scallops in 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat until firm and opaque; remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 2 pounds sweet potato, peeled and cubed2 cups fresh cauliflowerets1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons curry powder, divided1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, divided6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds), skin removed1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 cup chicken broth Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with heavy-duty foil. Place sweet potatoes, cauliflower, onion and garlic on prepared pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon curry powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper; toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 cups water2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon dried thyme4 celery ribs and leaves2 medium carrots, thinly sliced2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) condensed split pea soup, undiluted1 cup cubed fully cooked hamShaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the water, bouillon granules and thyme to a boil. Thinly slice celery ribs and finely chop the leaves; set leaves aside. Add celery ribs and carrots to water mixture; simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces3 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, sliced3 celery ribs, sliced2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 cup chicken broth1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon ketchup1 tablespoon cornstarch Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, cubed2 large sweet onions, halved and thinly sliced1 large red onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth, undiluted3 cups water3/4 cup white wine or regular-strength beef broth2 fresh thyme sprigs1 fresh parsley sprig, optional 1 bay leaf2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce16 slices French bread (1/4 inch thick)3/4 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese Preparation Place butter in a 5-qt....

Ingredients 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 in cubes2 tablespoons lemon juice1 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup sliced celery1/3 cup chopped dates1/2 cup chopped pecansLettuce leaves1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained Preparation In a medium saucepan, cook sweet potatoes in boiling salted water just until tender, about 5-8 minutes (do not overcook). Drain; toss with the lemon juice....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breast 1 3/4 c. Swanson® Chicken Broth (Regular, Natural Goodness™, or Certified Organic) 1 c. Pace® Chunky Salsa 3 clove garlic 2 tsp. ground cumin 1 can small white beans 1 c. frozen whole kernel corn 1 large onion Preparation Step 1Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until it’s well browned, stirring often....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained1 jar (15-1/2 ounces) garden-style spaghetti sauce1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup uncooked instant rice1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained Preparation In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes; stir. Bake 10 minutes longer or until rice is tender.

Ingredients 5 cups water5 green tea bags1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice5 cups unsweetened apple juice2 cups cranberry juice1/3 cup lemon juice Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil; remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep, covered, 6-8 minutes according to taste. Discard tea bags. Stir in sugar and pie spice until sugar is dissolved. Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve warm or refrigerate and serve cold over ice....

Ingredients 2 small eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning Preparation Brush eggplant slices with oil. Drizzle with lime juice; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Let stand 5 minutes. Grill eggplant, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until tender, 4-5 minutes per side.

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained2 cups uncooked egg noodles1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup whole milk1 to 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 3 cups water1 cup uncooked wild rice1/4 teaspoon salt1 pound bulk pork sausage1 medium onion, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 teaspoon rubbed sage Preparation In a saucepan, combine water, rice and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 55-60 minutes or until rice is tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons minced fresh chives or 1 teaspoon dried minced chives1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 pounds baby red potatoes, halved2 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each)1/2 cup teriyaki glaze or hoisin sauceOptional: Toasted sesame seeds and additional fresh minced chives Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, combine butter, chives and garlic; set aside....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons kosher salt2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon smoked paprika1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced3 poblano peppers, seeded and thinly sliced2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped3 tablespoons canola oil1 jar (16 ounces) salsa16 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed3 cups crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheeseOptional toppings: cubed avocado, sour cream and minced fresh cilantro...

Ingredients 1 pound smoked kielbasa or smoked Polish sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces3 cups shredded cabbage1 celery rib, finely chopped1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage2 cups cooked pasta Preparation In a large skillet, saute the sausage, cabbage and celery in oil for 5 minutes; drain. Add the mustard, garlic salt and sage. Cook and stir over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup salsa1 tablespoon taco seasoning6 fat-free flour tortillas (8 inches), warmedShredded lettuce, shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, sliced radishes, chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions and fat-free sour cream, optional Preparation In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink. Stir in the beans, salsa and taco seasoning; heat through....