Ingredients 3/4 cup cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dry mustard1/2 teaspoon paprika1 cup fat-free milk4 boneless pork loin chops (3 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and warmedThinly sliced onion, optionalPickle slices, optionalPrepared mustard, optional Preparation Place cornmeal in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, mix flour and spices; add milk, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened....

Ingredients 1 (10-oz.) bag frozen broccoli, thawed (about 3 c.) 2 large eggs, beaten to blend 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar 1 c. panko bread crumbs 2 tbsp. ranch seasoning (from a 1-oz. package) Olive oil cooking spray Ketchup, for serving Preparation Step 1Pat broccoli dry with paper towels. Transfer to a food processor and pulse until very finely chopped. Scrape broccoli into a medium bowl and stir in eggs, cheddar, panko, and ranch seasoning....

Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick)1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 cup sweet-and-sour sauce1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1/2 medium green pepper, julienned1/2 cup chopped red onion6 cups cold cooked rice1/4 cup stir-fry sauce Preparation Sprinkle pork chops with lemon-pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops on both sides in 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat; remove and set aside. Drain skillet; add sweet-and-sour sauce and pineapple chunks....

Ingredients 1/4 cup dried apricots, cut into thin strips4-1/2 teaspoons sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 cup uncooked bow tie pasta1/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast1/2 cup heavy whipping cream2-1/4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted1 green onion, chopped1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, bring apricots and sherry to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes or until apricots are tender....

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 large sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium sweet onion, chopped3/4 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lime juice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water....

Ingredients 1 package (22 ounces) frozen grilled chicken breast strips1 cup crumbled blue cheese3 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 tablespoon water1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 cup canola oil8 cups chopped romaine3 medium tomatoes, chopped6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation Heat chicken according to package directions. Cool slightly; coarsely chop chicken. For dressing, place cheese, vinegar, water and pepper in a small food processor; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream....

Ingredients 4 eggs 12 cherry tomatoes 10 c. mixed greens 1 Hass avocado 8 slice Tuscan or peasant bread 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 10 anchovy fillets 3 clove garlic 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation Step 1Put the eggs in a small saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, cover and let stand for 12 minutes. Drain and rinse the eggs under cold water, shaking the pan to crack the shells....

Ingredients 1 lb. bag dried cranberry, navy, or pinto beans 4 oz. pancetta or 4 slices slab bacon 2 medium yellow onions 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 head fennel salt and pepper 1 can chopped plum tomatoes 6 clove garlic 1 sprig thyme 1 sprig rosemary 1 tbsp. flat-leaf parsley 1 bay leaf 4 c. chicken broth 1 bunch escarole 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese 1/4 c. panko bread crumbs...

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound)1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup sliced green onions Preparation Flatten each chicken breast half to 1/4-in. thickness. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Dip chicken in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. In a large skillet, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons butter on both sides....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 tablespoon chopped onion1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, divided1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried oregano3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon paprika4 kaiser rolls, split4 slices mozzarella cheese Preparation In a skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, fennel seed and oregano....

Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup olive oil2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 beef flat iron steak or top sirloin steak (3/4 pound)1 package (9 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens8 cherry tomatoes, halved4 radishes, sliced1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly sliced1/4 cup dried cranberriesCrumbled blue cheese and additional pepper, optional Preparation For dressing, whisk together first six ingredients....

Ingredients 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon cornstarch1/2 cup pineapple juice2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest4 cups sliced ripe bananas (5 to 6 medium)STREUSEL:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup chopped macadamia nuts or almonds1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation Line the unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of foil. Bake at 450° for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake 2 minutes more or until pastry is golden brown; set aside....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta1 tablespoon cornstarch3/4 cup reduced-sodium beef broth, divided1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound), cut into 2-inch strips1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces4 green onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 large tomato, diced1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 cup dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, drained1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper...

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni6 bacon strips, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup all-purpose flour1-3/4 cups 2% milk2/3 cup brown ale or chicken broth1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese2 green onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperAdditional green onions Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente; drain. Meanwhile, in a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp....

Ingredients 2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 cup butter-flavored shortening6 to 8 tablespoons cold waterFILLING:2 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup halved fresh strawberries1 cup fresh blueberries1 cup fresh raspberries1 cup fresh blackberries1 cup sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground allspice1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1-1/2 cups plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon 2% milk Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly....

Ingredients 1 (15.5-oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 1/2 c. diced roasted red bell pepper, divided 1/4 c. tahini 1/2 c. crumbled blue cheese, divided 1/4 c. hot sauce 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 small clove garlic, chopped Kosher salt 2 green onions, chopped Pita chips, for serving Celery, for serving Carrot sticks, for serving Preparation Step 1In a food processor, combine chickpeas with ½ cup roasted red bell pepper, tahini, ¼ cup blue cheese, hot sauce, olive oil, and garlic....

Ingredients Butter, flour, and waxed paper, for coating the pans 3 stick unsalted butter 2 1/4 c. sugar 6 eggs 4 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder pinch salt 3 c. milk 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 3 c. sugar 1/2 c. high-quality cocoa powder 2 stick unsalted butter 1 can evaporated milk 1 tbsp. vanilla extract Pecan halves Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Butter four 9-inch cake pans and line the bottoms with waxed paper, then butter the paper....

Ingredients 1/4 cup uncooked acini di pepe pasta1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup whipped topping1 tablespoon finely chopped onionDash celery seed3/4 cup chopped fresh cauliflower1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained1/3 cup frozen peas, partially thawed1 tablespoon raisinsOptional: Lettuce leaves and minced fresh parsley Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, whipped topping, onion and celery seed. Add cauliflower, pineapple, peas, raisins and pasta; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed4 cups sliced leeks (white portion only)1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms3 medium carrots, sliced1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-1/4 cups 2% milk1-1/4 cups vegetable broth1-3/4 cups cubed fully cooked ham2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmegDash pepper1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed1 large egg, lightly beaten Preparation In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add leeks, mushrooms and carrots; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 2 cups butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar, divided2 large eggs, room temperature1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate4 teaspoons aniseed, crushed6 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and 1-1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in orange juice concentrate and aniseed. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....