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Ingredients 2large eggplants,(about 2 lbs each) 3tbspolive oil ¾tspsalt ½tspfresh ground black pepper 8pitas ¼cuplemon juice,(from about 1 lemon) 1cuptahini ¾tspground cumin 2garlic cloves 3¾lbsromaine lettuce,(1 small head) 1plum tomato 1cucumber ½tspwine vinegar Preparation Heat the oven to 450 degrees F. Put the eggplant cubes on a large baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons of the oil and ¼ teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Arrange the cubes in a single layer and roast, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until soft and golden....

Ingredients 1medium banana ½cupfat-free plain greek yogurt ½cupplain, unsweetened almond milk ⅔cupunsweetened blueberries,frozen 2tbspPB2 ½cupice Preparation Put everything in the blender and blend until smooth. Related Video

Ingredients 1egg 2egg whites 1tbspskim milk salt and fresh pepper oil spray ½cupbroccoli,cooked 1sliceSwiss cheese,WW reduced fat 1 pt Swiss Preparation In a small bowl, beat egg, egg whites, milk, salt, and pepper. In a medium non-stick skillet heat on medium, spray the pan lightly with oil. When skillet is warm, add the eggs rotating pan to completely cover. Reduce heat to low flame. Lay the cheese down in the center of eggs and top with broccoli....

Ingredients 3tbsppaprikasmoked 2tbspblack pepperfreshly ground 2tbspKosher salt 2tbspgarlic powder 1tbsponion powder 1tbspcayenne pepper 1tsporeganodried 1 ½tspthymedried ¾tspkosher saltdivided, plus more for boiling pasta 8ozlinguinedried, or other long, thin noodles 1lblarge shrimppeeled and deveined, tails left on 1lbsea scalloppatted dry with paper towels 2tbspolive oilor oil of choice, divided 4tbspunsalted butterdivided 1smallyellow bell pepperseeded and thinly sliced 1smallorange bell pepperseeded and thinly sliced ¼cupred bell peppersliced 1scallionthinly sliced 1 ½cupsheavy cream...

Ingredients 6chicken thighs,boneless, skinless salt,to taste pepper,to taste 1tbspgarlic,minced 1tbspdried parsley 1tbspbutter 6large onions,thinly sliced 1tbspfresh thyme 1cupbeef stock 2cupsGruyere Cheese,shredded bread,sliced and toasted, to serve Preparation In a bowl, add the chicken thighs, salt, pepper, garlic, dried parsley, and olive oil, and toss until evenly coated. Add the chicken to a skillet on medium-high heat. Sear for about 4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side of the chicken for about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 9ozground chicken ¼ cupdiced hamcooked 1egg ½ cupbread crumbs 8ozSwiss cheesecut into ½ inch cubes canola oil Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine the chicken, ham, and egg in a large bowl until well blended. Gradually add bread crumbs until the mixture loses its stickiness and can be easily formed into balls. Form the chicken mixture around the cheese cubes, forming 2 inch balls. Place on a plate....

Ingredients 2cupsground gingersnap cookie crumbs,finely, from about 10 ounces of gingersnaps ⅓cupsugar 6tbspbutter,melted 1envelope gelatin ½cupbrown sugar ½tspsalt ½tspground nutmeg ½tspground ginger ½tspground cinnamon ½cupmilk 3eggs,separated, or 3 egg yolks and enough egg white substitute for 3 egg whites 2tbsprum ¼cupgranulated sugar 1¾cupspumpkin purée,one 15 ounces can of pumpkin purée ½cupheavy cream,softly whipped, for topping extra crushed gingersnaps,for garnish Preparation Set the oven at 325 degrees F. Have on hand a 9-inch deep-dish pie pan....

Ingredients 1 1/2cupsalmond milksweetened, vanilla-flavored 1/2cupchia seeds 1/2cupdried cherry 1/2tspkosher salt 2tbspmaple syrup 1orangepeeled and segmented 1/4pineapplecored and finely chopped coconut flaketoasted, for garnish, optional Preparation In a large bowl, stir together the almond milk, chia seeds, cherries, salt, and maple syrup. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or up to overnight. Uncover the bowl and stir the chia pudding well, then divide it among 4 serving cups....

Ingredients 2lblean boneless pork sirloin roast kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper non-stick oil spray 1cupchicken broth,low-sodium fat-free ½cupreduced-sodium soy sauce ⅓cupbalsamic vinegar 3tbspagave,or sugar 1tsphot sesame oil ½tspChinese five spice 3clovesgarlic,crushed 1tbspfresh grated ginger root 8ozsliced mushrooms ¼cupscallions,chopped ¼cupcilantro,chopped Preparation Season pork on all side with salt and fresh cracked pepper. Heat a skillet on medium-high heat, spray with a little oil and brown the pork on all sides for about 7 to 8 minutes....

Ingredients ½cupunsalted butter ¾cupsugar 1tspsugar 2largeeggs 2cupsfresh blueberries 1tbsplemon zest,(from 1 lemon), grated 1cupall-purpose flour,spooned and leveled 1cupyellow cornmeal 2tspbaking powder ½tspsalt ½cupmilk Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a standard (12-cup) muffin tin (or two 6-cup tins) with paper cups. With an electric mixer, cream butter and ¾ cup sugar on medium-high speed until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time; beat until combined. In a shallow bowl, mash half cup blueberries with a fork until liquefied....

Ingredients 1lbground turkey,93% lean 1egg,beaten 1tspItalian Seasoning 1tspkosher salt ½cupbreadcrumbs ½cupParmesan cheese,grated 1onion,finely chopped 1tbspolive oil 1cupVillage Harvest Farro Perlato 6cupschicken broth 1cantomatoes,Italian-style, undrained 1canwhite beans,rinsed and drained 2cupskale leaves,torn 2tbspparsley salt and pepper Preparation Preheat broiler. Combine all ingredients and mix until combined. Shape into small meatballs about 1-inch in diameter. Line a sheet pan with foil and place the meatballs on the pan. Broil about 6 inches from the heat for about 8 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and have started to brown....

Ingredients 11½lbhead cauliflower,(about 6 heaping cups), cut into florets 6clovesgarlic,smashed 2tbspolive oil salt and fresh cracked pepper,to taste 1tbspolive oil 1small onion,finely diced 1clovegarlic,large, crushed ⅓cupseasoned breadcrumbs 2tbspasiago cheese,shredded 1tspfresh thyme,or fresh herb of your choice Preparation Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Place the cauliflower and garlic on a large baking sheet and toss with the oil, salt, and pepper. Bake until tender and browned, about 22 to 25 minutes, tossing every 6 to 8 minutes....

Ingredients 2lbsvery thick asparagus,ends trimmed 3tbspextra virgin olive oil,divided ¼tspsalt ¼tspfreshly ground black pepper 1zest of lemon 1tbsplemon juice,freshly squeezed 3ozfeta cheese,(about ¾ cup) crumbled Preparation Preheat the grill to high. Place the asparagus spears on a foil-lined baking sheet for easy clean-up. Directly on the prepared baking sheet, toss the asparagus with 2 tablespoons of the oil, the salt and the pepper. Place the asparagus spears on the grill, making sure they are perpendicular to grates so they don’t fall through....

Ingredients ¼cupextra virgin olive oil,plus 2 tbsp 1lemon,zested, finely grated 1½tbsplemon juice,fresh 1tbspthyme leaves 2garlic clove kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2tomatoes 12chicken breast cutlets,(2½ lbs) 6ciabatta rolls 6fresh mozzarella slices 6basil leaves,optional Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil with the lemon zest, lemon juice, thyme, garlic and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Spoon 1½ tablespoons of the mixture into a medium bowl, add the tomatoes and turn to coat....

Ingredients 1yellow onion,peeled and chopped 3carrots,peeled, quartered, and sliced 1ham bone 20ozdried bean soup mix,(1 bag) 8cupslow sodium chicken broth 1tspdried thyme 2tspminced garlic 3cupsdiced ham 15ozdiced tomatoes,undrained (1 can) ¼cupparsley,chopped salt and pepper,to taste Preparation Rinse the beans thoroughly. Set aside the seasoning packet for later use. Place the onion, carrot, ham bone, beans, chicken broth, thyme, and garlic in a slow cooker. Cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours, or until beans are done....

Ingredients 3 fl oz white rum 1 fl oz simple syrup 2 fl oz fresh mango juice 4 fl oz pineapple juice 1⁄2 lime, freshly squeezed ice, as desired Preparation In a shaker, place few ice cubes. Pour in rum, mango juice, simple syrup, and pineapple juice. Squeeze over the lime juice. Close the cap and shake for 20 seconds. Strain into a glass, filled with ice. Related Video

Ingredients 1cupcanned pumpkin ½cupbrown sugar,lightly packed 1tspcinnamon pinchground cloves pinchnutmeg 1tbspvanilla extract 4cupswhole milk caramel swirl,or coffee flavored ice cream spray whip topping,optional Preparation In a large sauce pan over medium heat, add in the pumpkin, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir until well combined. Add in the vanilla and stir. Add in the whole milk and then whisk until well combined. Use an immersion blender to blend up the mixture and add some froth OR very carefully transfer the mixture to a blender and pulse a few times to get that good frothy texture....

Ingredients 2cupskale,chopped 1cupfresh basil,plus more for garnish ½cupwalnuts,chopped ½cupextra-virgin olive oil ⅔cupparmesan cheese,freshly grated 3garlic cloves,minced 2tbsplemon,freshly juiced ½tspsalt 1lbdry pasta,like elbow, bow tie, rotini, etc fresh basil,(a handful) 2cupscherry tomatoes,halved 6ozmozzarella,shredded ¾cuppine nuts,or chopped walnuts Preparation Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool for about 5 minutes. Combine the kale, basil, and walnuts in a food processor. Pulse until greens and nuts are finely chopped. Scrape down the sides....

Ingredients cooking spray 1½cupsall-purpose flour 1tspbaking powder ¼tspbaking soda ¼tspsalt ½cupwhite sugar 4½tbspbutter,softened 2large eggs 1tspvanilla extract 6ozlemon-flavored yogurt,(2 containers) 1tsplemon zest 2cupsfresh blueberries Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray. Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl. Combine the sugar and butter in another bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined....

Ingredients 1tbspolive oil ½cuponiondiced 3pcscarrotspeeled, halved, and sliced 3celery stalkssliced 14ozsmoked sausagehalved and sliced 1½tspminced garlic 6cupschicken broth 15ozdiced tomatoesdo not drain 2tbsptomato paste 1tspItalian Seasoning 1½cupsdry brown lentilsrinsed Salt and pepper to taste 2tbspparsleychopped Preparation Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until softened. Add the sausage and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes or until just browned....