Margarita Shrimp Stir-FryServes 2� Cup Frozen (Thawed) Margarita Mix1 Teaspoon Grated Lime Peel� Pound Uncooked Deveined Peeled Medium (26 to 30 Count) Shrimp, Thawed IfFrozen, Tail Shells Removed1 Tablespoon Butter or Margarine� Medium Green Bell Pepper, Cut Into Thin Strips� Medium Red Bell Pepper, Cut Into Thin Strips1 Tablespoon Finely Chopped Cilantro1 Cup Uncooked Instant White Rice1 Cup WaterIn small bowl, stir margarita mix and lime peel.  Reserve 2 tablespoons mixture.   … [Read more...]

Classic Chicken PaniniMakes 22 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts� Teaspoon Salt-Free Seasoning Blend2 Tablespoons Reduced-Fat Mayonnaise or Salad Dressing1 Teaspoon White or Flavored Vinegar� Teaspoon Garlic Powder2 Whole Wheat English Muffins, Split2 Slices (� Ounce Each) Mozzarella Cheese2 Thin Slices Red Onion� Plum (Roma) Tomato, Cut Into 4 SlicesHeat closed medium-contact grill for 5 to 10 minutes.  Sprinkle chicken with seasoning blend. Place chicken on grill.  Close grill; … [Read more...]

Chocolate Meringue Kisses Makes 4 Dozen 4 Large Egg Whites, At Room Temperature � Teaspoon Cream of Tartar � Cup Sugar � Cup Confectioners' Sugar � Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Preheat oven to 225�F. Line 2 large rimmed cookie sheets with parchment paper. Place egg whites in a clean dry bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar, increase speed to high and whip until mixture forms soft peaks. Gradually add granulated sugar and con … [Read more...]

Stuffing-Stuffed Pork ChopsServes 44 Bone-In Pork Loin Chops (8 Ounces Each)2 Cups Cooked Stuffing� Teaspoon Pepper1 Tablespoon Canola Oil2 Garlic Cloves, Minced� Teaspoon Dried Thyme� Cup White Wine or Chicken Broth2 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour� Cup Chicken BrothCut a pocket in each chop by slicing almost to the bone.  Fill each chop with � cup stuffing; secure with toothpicks if necessary.  Sprinkle with pepper.Brown chops in oil in a large ovenproof skillet.  Bake, uncov … [Read more...]

Cinnamon & Sugar Cake Serves 12 Learn to bake this beautiful and delicious pastry using the recipe below. 1 Package (18.25 Ounces) White Cake Mix 1 Cup 2% Milk � Cup Sour Cream 6 Tablespoons Butter, Melted 3 Eggs 2 � Teaspoons Ground Cinnamon 1 � Teaspoons Vanilla Extract FROSTING: 1 Cup Butter, Softened 5 Cups Confectioners' Sugar 2 Tablespoons 2% Milk 1 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon-Sugar Combine first seven ingredients in a large bo … [Read more...]

Stovetop Italian Macaroni Serves 5 Guide to Career Education lists three popular culinary degree options for those interested in cooking schools. 1 Pound Ground Beef 1 Can (28 Ounces) Diced Tomatoes, Undrained 2 Cups Water 1 Envelope Onion Soup Mix 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning � Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, Optional 2 Cups Uncooked Elbow Macaroni � Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese 1 Cup (4 Ounces) Shredded Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese Cook beef over medium heat in a Dutch oven until no long … [Read more...]

Chili PecansServes 161 � Tablespoons Chili Powder1 � Teaspoons Ground Cumin1 Teaspoon Ground Coriander1 Teaspoon Paprika1 Teaspoon Brown Sugar� Teaspoon Garlic Powder2 Cups Pecan Halves1 � Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce� Teaspoon SaltPreheat oven to 275�F.  Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.Combine chili powder, cumin, coriander, paprika, brown sugar and garlic powder in a small bowl.Toss pecans and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl.  Sprinkle the spice mixtur … [Read more...]