Simple roasted vegetables that bring out natural sweetness and deep flavor. Makes 9 servings (1 cup each) Ingredients: 2 medium beets, peeled, chopped 3 medium carrots, peeled, chopped 2 large turnips, peeled, chopped 1 sweet potato, peeled, chopped 1 yellow onion, cut into 8 wedges 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large tupperware container, combine all ingredients, cov

Bright citrus and tart cranberries baked into a perfectly tender loaf. Makes 24 Slices Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar Finely grated zest of 1 medium orange 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon fine salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges) 2 tablespoons light butter, melted 2 egg whites, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups cranberries, thawed if frozen and sliced in half

Rich, chocolatey, and nostalgic—just like the kind you grew up loving. Makes 6 servings  Ingredients: 1/2 cup white sugar 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 pinch salt 1/3 cup boiling water 2 teaspoons vanilla 4 cups 1% milk Reddi Wip whipped cream topping (optional) Directions: Whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt in a saucepan; stir in boiling water. Whisk until sugar is dissolved. Bring cocoa mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring constantly,

Zesty, smoky, and fast—these shrimp skewers bring big flavor with minimal effort. Makes about 4 servings Ingredients: Marinade: Juice from 1 lime 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 Tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1 Tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh cilantro 1 pound peeled, deveined large shrimp (26-30 shrimp per pound) Skewers Directions: In a large ziploc bag combine lime juice, olive oil, cajun seasoning, and cilantro.  Place shrimp in bag, shake to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours. Preheat

Perfectly roasted until crispy, caramelized, and impossible to resist. Makes 9 servings (1 cup each) Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds fresh brussel sprouts, sliced in half lengthwise 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large tupperware container, combine all ingredients, cover with lid and shake until brussel sprouts are thoroughly coated with oil. Pour into 9x13 baking dish. Bake for 45 minutes or until

Soft, golden French toast brightened with a hint of fresh orange zest. Orange Zest French Toast Makes 6 slices  Ingredients: 1 whole egg 6 egg whites 1/4 cup lowfat milk 1 Tablespoon brown sugar Orange zest from 1 fresh orange Fresh squeezed juice from 1/2  of fresh orange 1 teaspoon vanilla Dash apple pie spice (optional) 6 slices Texas Toast bread 2 Tablespoons reduced fat margarine or butter Directions: In a bowl, combine egg, milk, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice,