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Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), softened 1 cup reduced-fat sour cream 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken breast 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (1 cup) 1/3 cup raisins 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Chopped fresh parsley, if desired Apple and pear slices, if desired Preparation Beat cream cheese, sour cream, curry powder, salt and ginger in medium bowl with spoon until smooth....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 3 scallions (both white and green parts), thinly sliced 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves 1 quart (4 cups) homemade chicken broth or best-quality store-bought chicken broth 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken meat (leftover or 1 chicken breast half, sauteed or steamed) 1/2 cup cooked rice Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper Preparation Heat a medium-sized soup pot over medium heat and swirl in the olive oil and butter....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cocoa 1 box (15.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Delights Super Moist™ Dark Chocolate Cake Mix 3 eggs 1/2 cup butter 1 cup water 1 cup good quality dark chocolate, chopped 3 cups powdered sugar 3 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk Bunch fresh mint sprigs 2 large chocolate bunnies, unwrapped 10-12 pastel malted candy eggs...

Ingredients 1/2 cup shelled pistachios 1/2 cup chopped unsweetened dried apricots 1/2 cup toasted unsweetened coconut flakes 1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds Preparation Combine ingredients in a bowl. Related Video

Ingredients 24 wonton wrappers (3 inch) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup chives-and-onion cream cheese spread (from 8-oz container) 1 package (5 oz) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed, well drained 1/4 cup Chinese plum sauce 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Place 12 wonton wrappers side by side on sheet of waxed paper. Brush both sides of wrappers with 1 tablespoon oil. Pleat edges of wrappers; place in 12 ungreased mini muffin cups, pressing in bottom and up sides....

Ingredients 1 whole chicken (about 3 pounds), cut into 10 serving pieces 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon minced shallots 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs Preparation Preheat broiler. Place chicken pieces, skin side up, on a rimmed baking sheet, and place under the broiler....

Ingredients 1/4 cup dried lentils, sorted and rinsed 2 cups fat-free vegetable or chicken broth 1 teaspoon curry powder 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3/4 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley 1 bag (1 pound) frozen corn, green peas and carrots (or other combination) 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces) Preparation Heat lentils, broth, curry powder and garlic to boiling in 3-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons lemon extract or vanilla 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg Betty Crocker™ gel food colors, if desired Betty Crocker™ Decor Selects sugar sequins, sugar crystals or assorted decors, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 400°. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, or mix with spoon....

Ingredients 1 cup kamut berries 2 cups water 1/2 cup water 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth 3 medium navel oranges 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 medium fennel bulb, quartered, cored and diced 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 small red onion, chopped 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved Preparation Place kamut berries in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water until water runs clear....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup dry champagne 1/2 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1/4 cup lemon curd (from 10-oz jar) 1 tablespoon sour cream 2 cups powdered sugar 2 tablespoons butter, melted 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 package (16 oz) uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta 7 cups cubed cooked chicken 5 cups cubed cantaloupe 3 cups thinly sliced celery 2 cups dried cherries 1 cup sliced green onions 2 containers (8 oz each) low-fat lemon yogurt 1/2 cup reduced-calorie mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted...

Ingredients Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Pinch of sugar 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 6 to 8 sprigs tarragon, leaves picked and finely chopped (stems reserved for bouquet garni for poaching the chicken) Preparation Combine lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, and sugar in a small bowl. In a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly, drizzle in olive oil until mixture is thick and emulsified....

Ingredients 4 cups soft bread cubes (4 to 5 slices bread) 1/2 cup coarsely broken peanut brittle 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 2/3 cup whipping (heavy) cream 1/4 cup rum or 3 tablespoons water plus 2 teaspoons rum extract Whipped cream, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 1-quart casserole with shortening or cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sherry-wine vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons Horseradish Cream for Matzo Latkes 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon paprika Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons creme fraiche 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest, plus 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 head cabbage, julienned 6 ounces brussels sprouts, thinly sliced 3 celery ribs, sliced Preparation In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, horseradish cream, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 lb Italian sausage links, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 can (14.5 oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (from 32-oz carton) 1 cup water 1/4 cup Italian-style tomato paste (from 6-oz can) 2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices (1 cup) 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup) 1 1/2 cups uncooked rigatoni pasta (4 1/2 oz) 1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices (2 cups)...

Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 yellow or red bell peppers 8 cherry tomatoes 2 cups boiling water 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 small bunch fresh basil, thyme, parsley or oregano leaves, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 oz chèvre (goat) cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup) 1 loaf crusty French bread Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly oil shallow baking pan or cookie sheet with sides with 1 tablespoon of the oil....

Ingredients 1 cup Lillet Rose or Blanc 1/2 cup fresh pink or Ruby Red grapefruit juice Ice Preparation Divide wine and juice among four glasses. Fill glasses with ice and stir. Related Video

Ingredients 3/4 cup (7 ounces) pesto 2/3 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, tarragon, or cilantro 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest Salt and pepper 10.5 ounces fresh goat cheese Belgian endive leaves, for serving Preparation Spread pesto on a serving plate. In a small bowl, combine herbs and zest and season with salt and pepper. Roll cheese into 12 balls, then roll in herb mixture to coat. Place on top of pesto....

Ingredients 1/2 ounce Harvey Bristol Cream Sherry 2 1/2 ounces Level vodka Ice cubes 1 green olive, stuffed with a pimento 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary needles, plus 1 sprig Preparation Combine the sherry, vodka, and rosemary needles in a shaker filled with ice. Shake, and strain into a chilled martini glass. Thread olive onto rosemary sprig. Add to glass for garnish; serve immediately. Related Video

Ingredients 1 pint strawberry, sliced 1 cup raspberries or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen raspberries, thawed and drained 1 cup fresh or frozen (thawed and drained) blueberries 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1/2 cup milk 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 3/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar Preparation Sprinkle fruit with 1/3 cup granulated sugar; let stand 1 hour....