With a few weeks of foresight, some dried apricots and a bit of brandy, this spirited gift is ready for giving. For holiday serving, transfer the liquid into pretty bottles topped with stoppers made from vintage glass Christmas-tree ornaments. Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar 2 Tbsp honey 3 cups brandy 2... 

With its colorful flecks of green onion and pimiento, this cheese ball is great as a Christmas or New Year’s appetizer. It can be made with fat-free cheeses without sacrificing the zesty Italian taste. Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella... 

Ingredients 2 cooked Balsamic Pork Chops, thinly sliced 1 cup pizza sauce 4 ounces shredded Mozzarella cheese Ground black pepper to taste 1 14-1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes with basil and garlic, drained 1 cup sliced mushrooms 8 slices French bread, diagonally sliced 1/2-inch thick Directions In 10-inch... 

Ingredients 2  cups  shredded peeled sweet potato 1  cup  whole wheat flour 3/4  cup  raisins 1/2  cup  chopped dried apricots 1/3  cup  firmly packed brown sugar 1/4  cup  stick margarine, softened 1/2  teaspoon  ground cinnamon 1/2  teaspoon  ground nutmeg 1/4  teaspoon  salt 1/4 ... 

Ingredients 1 bunch Asparagus 1 Tbsp Butter Salt to taste Directions Heat butter in saute pan until its hot and melted. Add asparagus stirring frequently preventing the butter or asparagus from burning. Continue heating until asparagus is fully cooked but still a little crunchy. About 4 minutes. Add... 

This homemade vegetarian chili is so tasty and easy, you’ll want to make extra for nachos or fajitas later in the week. Ingredients 5 spray low-fat cooking spray 1 small onion(s), chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, ground 1/8... 

Ingredients 8 medium Potato cut into 1 inch chunks 4 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary 1 teaspoon Garlic minced Salt and pepper to taste Directions Prepare a charcoal grill or preheat the kitchen grill. Cook the potatoes in salted boiling water until tender, approximately 10 minutes. Cool... 

Ingredients 4 whole boneless chicken breast halves 1 small apple cored and thinly sliced 4 Tbsp butter 1/2 teaspoon Salt and pepper 1 -2 Tbsps All purpose flour 4 slices Brie cheese 2 cups Apple cider 2 cups chicken broth Directions Preheat the oven to 450F. Warm 1 Tbsp butter in a large, non-stick... 

Ingredients 2 pounds boneless pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes 3/4 cup cider vinegar 3/4 cup olive oil 4 Tbsps lemon juice 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp dried oregano 1 Tbsp dried thyme 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons black pepper, ground 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cayenne 6 thick slices... 

I usually serve this spectacular coffee cake on a silver tray with a small artificial poinsettia blossoms and leaves in the center. My daughter and I enjoy making specialty breads like this one and find they make excellent Christmas gives for family and friends. Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active...