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Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup sherry or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth1/3 cup peach preserves2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Preparation Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken on both sides in butter. Remove from the skillet and keep warm. Add broth and sherry to the skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/4 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon pepper2 pounds halibut, haddock or salmon fillets or steaks1 medium onion, sliced1/3 cup butter, cubed1-1/2 cups sour cream1 teaspoon dried basil1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper. Add fish and toss to coat (if using fillets, cut into serving-size pieces first). In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute onion in butter until tender; remove and set aside....

Ingredients 2/3 cup coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage1/3 cup chopped apple3 tablespoons dried cranberries3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted4 teaspoons mayonnaise4 teaspoons barbecue sauceSLIDERS:1 pound bulk pork sausage4 slices sharp cheddar cheese, halved8 dinner rolls, halved and toasted3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard8 lettuce leaves Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Chill until serving. Shape sausage into eight patties. In a large skillet, cook patties over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear, adding cheese slices during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking time....

Ingredients 1 3/4 c. Bisquick 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 5 tbsp. unsalted butter, cold, cut into cubes 3 tbsp. shortening (Crisco), cold, cut into cubes Ice water, as needed 1 c. finely chopped broccoli florets 3/4 c. finely chopped red or orange bell pepper 1 c. grated mozzarella cheese Kosher salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 tbsp. sour cream 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash...

Ingredients 1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound)1/2 cup sesame ginger vinaigrette, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix4 radishes, thinly sliced3 green onions, thinly sliced1 cup sliced English cucumber1 cup fresh snow or sugar snap peas1 cup grape tomatoes1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation Brush steak with 2 tablespoons vinaigrette; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook steak in a large skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion1 chicken bouillon cube1/4 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups hot water Preparation In a medium skillet, saute sesame seeds in butter for 2-3 minutes or until golden. Add rice, celery and onion; saute until the rice is browned. Spoon into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Dissolve bouillon and salt in water; pour over the rice mixture....

Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked fettuccine1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning16 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 teaspoon lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced1-1/2 teaspoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons capers, drainedDash saltDash pepperMinced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions, adding lemon-pepper to the cooking water. Meanwhile, toss shrimp with lemon juice. In a large skillet, saute shrimp and garlic in butter and oil for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink; remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce3/4 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed3/4 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon pepper4 hamburger buns, split4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the pizza sauce and seasonings. Cook and stir until heated through. Serve on buns with cheese....

Ingredients 1 pound potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and finely chopped1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1-1/2 cups frozen lima beans, thawed1 large onion, finely chopped1 celery rib, finely chopped1 medium carrot, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 bay leaf1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1/2 cup white wine or additional vegetable broth1 pound cod fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk...

Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1 package (3 ounces) deli corned beef, chopped3 tablespoons prepared Thousand Island salad dressingSnack rye bread or crackers Preparation In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until cheeses are melted; stir to blend. Serve warm with bread or crackers.

Ingredients 1 cup dried blueberries1/2 cup blueberry schnapps liqueur6 tablespoons butter, divided5 teaspoons minced garlic, divided1 loaf (14-1/2 ounces) sourdough bread, torn into 1/2-in. pieces1 tablespoon avocado oil or canola oil3 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 large carrot, peeled and grated2 pounds bulk pork sausage1 package (7 ounces) blueberry white cheddar cheese or sharp cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage1/2 teaspoon pepper2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3 large eggs, beatenOptional: Fresh blueberries and fresh sage...

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed5 plum tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped1 large onion, chopped2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes, onion, jalapenos and garlic. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring twice....

Ingredients 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust1 cup hummus3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. Place crust on an ungreased baking sheet or 12-in. pizza pan. In a small bowl, mix hummus, oregano and pepper flakes; spread over crust. Sprinkle with cheese, tomatoes and olives. Bake 8-10 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 small onion, finely chopped2 teaspoons minced garlic2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke, optional1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon lemon juice3 pounds ground beef9 slices pepper Jack cheese9 hamburger buns, splitLettuce leaves and tomato slices, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into nine patties. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 7-8 minutes on each side or until no longer pink....

Ingredients 8 ounces fresh spinach (about 10 cups)1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon pepper2 boneless skinless chicken thighs1/2 teaspoon chicken seasoning 3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese1 teaspoon olive oil3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 teaspoon butter Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook and stir spinach over medium-high heat until wilted. Stir in vinegar, sugar and pepper; cool slightly. Pound chicken thighs with a meat mallet to flatten slightly; sprinkle with chicken seasoning....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup canola oil4 cups chopped onion2 cups chopped celery2 cups chopped green pepper1 cup sliced green onions4 cups chicken broth8 cups water4 cups sliced okra2 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon salt2 teaspoons oregano1 teaspoon ground black pepper6 cups small shrimp, rinsed and drained, or seafood of your choice1 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Preparation In a heavy Dutch oven, combine flour and oil until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 1 stick unsalted butter 1 onion 1 shallot 2 clove garlic 1 head cauliflower 4 sprig thyme 1 bay leaf 1 qt. low-sodium chicken broth 4 c. water salt Freshly ground pepper 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg Seared Scallops, Herb Salad, Dijon Roasted Cauliflower Preparation Step 1In a soup pot, melt the butter. Add the onion, shallot, and garlic, and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) 16-bean soup mix1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 bay leaf8 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Set aside seasoning packet from beans. Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (6 ounces) crab1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded zucchini1/3 cup chopped green onions1-1/2 cups egg substitute1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk3/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoningDash paprika Preparation In a bowl, combine the crab, cheese, zucchini and onions. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate coated with cooking spray. In another bowl, combine the egg substitute, milk, mustard, salt and lemon-pepper; mix well....

Ingredients 1 envelope unflavored gelatin3/4 cup cold water2/3 cup sugar1 cup fat-free sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups fat-free whipped toppingSAUCE:1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries or sliced strawberries, thawed1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon sugar Preparation In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 1 minute. Add sugar; heat and stir over low heat until gelatin and sugar are completely dissolved. Transfer to a bowl; whisk in sour cream and vanilla....