Chicken Baked in Spicy Yogurt

8 servings 3 1/2 pounds broiler-fryer chicken, cut into serving pieces, or 3 lbs. chicken legs or breasts 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup scallion, sliced diagonally into 1-inch pieces, including green tops […]

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Betty’s Macaroni and Cheese

Makes 4 servings 1 cup uncooked macaroni (2 cups cooked) 3 tablespoons reduced-calorie margarine 3 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups 1%  milk 8 ounces sharp low-fat cheddar cheese, cubed 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt (optional) 1/4 teaspoon celery salt (optional) 1.  In a medium casserole microwave margarine 40-45 second on HIGH. 2.  Add flour and stir […]

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Chicken and Broccoli with Mushroom Sauce

Makes 4 servings 1 (10-ounce) box frozen broccoli 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup homemade chicken broth 1 can (4 oz.) sliced mushrooms, with liquid 2 cups (1 lb) cooked chicken, sliced 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 2 tablespoons bread crumbs 1.  Cook broccoli according to package directions. 2.  Mix butter and […]

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Pizza Burgers

Makes 4 servings 1 pound ground beef 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce 1/4 cup pepperoni chopped (about 1 1/2 oz.) 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning dried crushed 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded 4 hamburger buns Adjust oven rack 6 inches from heat source. Preheat broiler. Coat a broiler pan and rack with non-stick spray. In a […]

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Tuna Melt Pie

Makes 6 servings 1 cup water 3 eggs large 3/4 cup buttermilk baking mix 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 6 1/2-ounce can tuna chunk white packed in water, drained and flaked 4 to 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded (1 to 1 1/2 cups) 1 cup peas thawed and drained Preheat oven […]

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Brats over Creamy Potatoes

Makes 6 servings 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 6 fully cooked bratwurst (1 to 1 1/2 pounds) 1 package Betty Crocker scalloped potatoes 1 3/4 cups hot water 2 to 3 tablespoons white vinegar Paprika, if desired 1. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook bratwurst in oil, turning occasionally, until brown; drain. 2. […]

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Crazy Chicken

Makes 3 servings 6 chicken thighs small 3/4 cup apple jelly 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 12-ounce can of cherry cola Remove skin from chicken thighs; rinse thighs and pat dry. Place in a 10-inch skillet; set aside. In a medium bowl, stir jelly, dry mustard, salt and […]

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