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Note: Italicized page Chicken Wings, Buffalo, 51 Asiago Bread ❚❚ LOW-FAT 85 references indicate photo- Chicken Wings, Spicy Thai Asiago Cheese, Pasta with graphs or illustrations ❚❚ LOW-FAT 52 Prosciutto and ❚❚ FAST 531 Crab , 54, 54 Asian A Crostini, 56 Beef and Noodles, Stir-Fried Acorn Squash, Apple-Stuffed, entertaining with, 50 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 358 467 Garlic, Roasted, 56 Chicken Roll-Ups ❚❚ FAST 524 Acorn Squash, Glazed, 467 Meatballs, Mini, 294, 295 Noodle Bowl, 365, 365 Aioli Olives, Sautéed, 55 noodles, 353, 372–373 Lemon, Cold Antipasti Potato Skins, Cheesy, 54, 59 Tuna with Wasabi Aioli, Platter with, 55 Quesadillas ❚❚ FAST 54–55 247, 247 Lemon, Grilled Antipasti Shrimp, Baked Coconut vegetables, 471 Platter with, 55 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 53 Vegetables, Pasta with Wasabi, Asian Tuna with, Shrimp, Spicy Lemon, with Turkey and ❚❚ FAST 247, 247 Basil Mayonnaise ❚❚ FAST 53 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 520 Almond(s) Smoked Brined , Asian pear, 475, 489 Biscotti, 184 276, 277 Asparagus brickle chips, storage of, 168 Apple(s) “Guacamole,” 46 Butter ❚❚ FAST 419 Acorn Squash, -Stuffed, 467 with Maple-Mustard Sauce -Cranberry Bark, 194 Bacon and Cheddar Bread ❚❚ FAST 453, 453 -Cranberry , Pudding, 260, 260 and Pasta, Lemon-Pepper, 503 Grilled, 269 Baked, 197 selection, preparation and and Fruit Bread, 86 Butter ❚❚ LOW-FAT 420–421 cooking, 480 -Lemon Thumbprint , 109 Au Gratin Potatoes, 461, 461 Cookies, 182, 183 Caramel, 470, 470 Avocado -Orange Trout, 244 Crisp, 196 Guacamole ❚❚ LOW-FAT 46 Shrimp, -Crusted, 255, 255 Dumplings, 196–197, 197 Smashed, Rustic Vegetable Sole Amandine, 246 Muffins, -Cinnamon, 67 Baguette with ❚❚ FAST 537 Sugared, 381 Pancake, Oven, 77 -Tomato Salsa, Fiesta American Grilled Cheese, 450 -Pear Salad, 469, 469 Chicken Breasts with, Anaheim chilies, 16, 16 -Pecan Bread, 86 324, 324–325 Ancho chilies, 16, 16 Pie, 129 , 112, 112 Pie, French, 129 B Chocolate Confetti, 112 Stuffing, Roast Goose Babáco, 475 to cut, 113 with, 333 Bacon pan, 10 Tart, Country, 129 Apple and Cheddar Bread Antipasti Platter, Cold, with varieties of, 218 Pudding, 236, 236 Lemon Aioli,COPYRIGHTED 55 Apple Cider. See Cider MATERIALBrunch Eggs on English Antipasti Platter, Grilled, with Applesauce ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 468 Muffins, 222, 222–223 Lemon Aioli, 55 , 110 Cheeseburger Lasagna, Easy, Appetizers. See also Dip(s); Apricot Pie, 131 142–143 Spread(s); Snacks Apricot Sauce, 53 -Chive-Cheddar Cream Antipasti Platter, Cold, with Artichoke(s) Cheese Spread ❚❚ FAST 419, Lemon Aioli, 55 and Beef Fettuccine ❚❚ FAST 529 419 Antipasti Platter, Grilled, Dip, Hot, 50 Collard Greens, Spicy, with, 457 with Lemon Aioli, 55 selection, preparation and and Corn Bread–Stuffed Pork Chicken with Peanut cooking, 480 Chops, 302 Sauce, 52 -Spinach Dip, Hot, 50 Eggs Benedict, 226 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 542

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Bacon (continued) Lemon-Coconut, 174 Bean(s). See also Black Green Beans with Onion, to mix, 169 Bean(s); Black-eyed Tomato and ❚❚ LOW-FAT 454 Nut, Salted, 171 Peas; Chili; Garbanzo to microwave, 40 Pumpkin-Spice, 174–175 Bean(s); Green Bean(s) Potato and Egg Scramble storage of, 170 Baked, Easy Oven, 348 ❚❚ FAST 222 Toffee, 173 Baked, Old-Fashioned, 347 Quiche Lorraine, 234 Toffee, Double-, 173 in balanced diet, 35 Spaghetti Carbonara, 360 Barbecue(d) Burgers, Black, California, Spanish Rice with, 339 Beef Casserole, Cheesy, 147 504–505 Spinach Fettuccine Casserole Beefy Three-Bean Casserole, Burgers, Veggie and, 504, 504 with Chicken and, 141 349 Casserole, Three-Bean, -Spinach Salad, 380 Pot Roast, 288 348–349 storage of, 44, 286 Ranchero Beef Pizza ❚❚ FAST 528 Casserole, Three-Bean, Beefy Twice-Baked Potatoes, and Roast Beef Sandwiches, 449 Barbecue, 349 Pepper, 460 Rub, Basic, 266 Cassoulet, Speedy ❚❚ FAST Baked Coconut Shrimp Barbecue Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 529 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 58 Smoky, Pork Ribs with, 275 Couscous and, Mediterranean Baked Custard, 208–209 Spicy, 303 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 368 Baked Fish Fillets ❚❚ LOW-FAT 245 Zesty, 449 fresh, selection, preparation Baked goods Bark and cooking, 480 flour for, 19 Cranberry-Almond, 194 Layered Mexican Snack at high-altitude, 27 Mocha Hazelnut Latte, 194 Platter ❚❚ FAST 46 ingredients, 81, 167–168 Peppermint, 194 “Meatballs,” Veggie and, 504 storage of, 33, 43, 109–110 Red and Green Candy, 194 and Pasta Skillet ❚❚ LOW-FAT 502 Baked Tart Shells, 133 Santa’s, 194 Red Beans and Rice, 349 Baked “Veggie Burger” Stew Tropical, 194 Salad, Three-Bean, 386 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 509 Barley Salad, White, Northern Baking pans. See Pans about, 370, 375 Italian, 388, 388 Baking powder, 15, 184 -Vegetable-Beef Soup Skillet Baked, Easy, 348 Baking Powder , 73 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 165 Soup Baking soda, 15, 184 -Vegetable Casserole Black, Cuban ❚❚ LOW-FAT Baking stones and tiles, 85 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 510 444, 444 Balsamic vinegar, 15 -Vegetable Sauté ❚❚ FAST and Kielbasa, Easy, 164 Banana ❚❚ LOW-FAT 343 Senate ❚❚ LOW-FAT 445 Bread ❚❚ LOW-FAT 68 Basic Barbecue Rub, 294 Southwestern, 445 Bread, Blueberry-, 68, 68 Basil Taco Casserole, Fiesta, 147 Cake, 120–121 Fettuccine, with Ricotta, Taco Salad, 394 Cream Pie, 133 Tomato and ❚❚ FAST 499 timetable for cooking, 376 Cream Pie, Chocolate-, 133 Mayonnaise, Spicy Lemon varieties of, 371–372 Muffins, 67 Shrimp with ❚❚ FAST 53 White Bean Salad, Northern -Strawberry Smoothie, 63 Pesto ❚❚ FAST 405 Italian, 388, 388 varieties of, 475–476, 489 Thai Chicken with ❚❚ FAST 520 White Beans with Chicken, Bar(s). See also Brownie(s) -Tomato Soup, 437 Italian ❚❚ FAST 523 to bake, 170 Vinaigrette, 381 yields, 346 baking pans for, 169 Bass with Parmesan ❚❚ LOW-FAT Bean curd. See Tofu Chocolate Chip, 176 246 Béarnaise Sauce, 410 to cut, 169 Bass, Sea, Grilled, with Citrus- Beef. See also Meat; Steak(s) Date, 174, 175 Olive Butter, 278 Barbecue, Beefy, Three-Bean Fig, 175 Batter Bread Casserole, 349 to frost, 175 Four-Grain ❚❚ LOW-FAT 97, 97 Barbecue Beef Casserole, ingredients, 167–168 Herb, Fresh ❚❚ LOW-FAT 98 Cheesy, 147 Lemon, 174, 174 Whole-Wheat, 97 Borscht, 438–439, 439 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 543

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Bow-Tie Pasta with Tomatoes Orange Teriyaki, with Noodles Tenderloin, Savory ❚❚ FAST 524 and ❚❚ FAST 526 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 526, 526 and Wild Rice Casserole, 148 broiling timetable, 310 Patty Melts with Smothered Beefy Barbecue Three-Bean and Broth ❚❚ LOW-FAT 435 Onions, 272 Casserole, 349 Burger(s) Peppers, Stuffed, 296 Beer Batter-Fried Fish, 243, 243 Caesar, Onion-Topped, Pepper Steak, 292 Beer Can Chicken, 266, 266 272, 272 Pizza ❚❚ LOW-FAT 446 Beer-Cheese Soup, 440 doneness, 273 Pizza Casserole, Cheesy, 146 Beet(s) juiciness, 303 Pizza, Ranchero ❚❚ FAST 528 Borscht, 438–439, 439 Pizza ❚❚ FAST 528 Pot Roast, 288 Roasted, 455, 455 and Veggie Packets, 273 Barbecue, 288 Salad, Roasted, 382 Burritos, 450 Cream Gravy, 288 selection, preparation and Calzone, Skillet ❚❚ FAST 525, 525 Garlic-Herb, 288 cooking, 481 Cheeseburger Pie, Impossibly Ramen, and Vegetables, 534 varieties of, 383 Easy, 295, 295 Rib Roast Bell Pepper(s) Chili, 431 to carve, 286 Corn Combo, Zesty ❚❚ FAST Cincinnati-Style, 431 with Oven-Browned ❚❚ LOW-FAT 458, 458 Family-Favorite, 164 Potatoes, 287 -Garlic Pickles, Easy ’n Pasta ❚❚ FAST 527, 527 with Yorkshire Pudding, Refrigerator, 417 Corned 287, 287 roasted, in jars, 22 Brisket, Spiced, with Horse- Ribs, Savory Oven, 292, selection, preparation and radish Sour Cream, 156 292–293 cooking of, 486 and Cabbage, 289 Roast Beef Hash, Slow and Soybean Stir-Fry ❚❚ FAST New England Boiled Cooker ❚❚ LOW-FAT 160 507 Dinner, 289 Roast Beef Sandwiches, Stuffed, 296 Reuben Sandwiches, Barbecued, 449 Stuffed, Vegetarian, 297 449, 449 Roast, Herbed ❚❚ LOW-FAT 155, Three-Pepper Pasta ❚❚ FAST cuts of, 311 155 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 536 Enchiladas, 296 roasting timetable, 307–308 -Tomato Sauce, Sautéed, Fettuccine, and Artichoke Sauce, Spaghetti and, 357 Snapper with ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ FAST 529 Shells, Mexi ❚❚ LOW-FAT 358, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 French Dip Sandwiches, 155 358–359 Berry(ies). See also specific berries timetable, 283 Short Ribs, 303 Crumble Tart, Mixed-, 132, Hash Short Ribs, Carbonnade, 293 133 Hamburger, Cheesy ❚❚ FAST Sloppy Joes, 448–449 Milk Shake, 62 527 Soup, Vegetable ❚❚ LOW-FAT 437 Pancakes, 77, 85 Oven, 293 Soup, -Vegetable-Barley Pie, 130 Roast Beef, Slow Cooker ❚❚ LOW-FAT 182 Vinegar, 421 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 160 Spaghetti Pie, 146 Beverages. See also Coffee; Tea Skillet, 293 Stew ❚❚ LOW-FAT 430–431, 431 Chocolate Malt, 62 Hungarian Goulash, 291 Stew, Burgundy, with Herb Cider, Hot-Buttered-Rum Lasagna, Bacon Cheeseburger, Dumplings ❚❚ LOW-FAT Spiced, 61 Easy, 142–143 162–163 Cider, Hot Spiced, 61 Liver and Onions, 305 storage of, 286 Eggnog, 62 Meatballs, 295 stove-top cooking timetable, Hot Chocolate ❚❚ FAST 61 Mini, 294, 295 309 Hot Chocolate, Double- Skillet, 295 Stroganoff, 290 Chocolate, 61 Meat Loaf, 294 Stroganoff, Ground Beef, 291 hot, servers for, 62 Meat Loaf, Mexican, 294 Swiss Steak ❚❚ LOW-FAT 290 Lemonade ❚❚ FAST 63 Meat Loaves, Individual, 294 Taco Casserole, Fiesta, 147 Limeade, 63 and Noodles, Stir-Fried Asian Taco Salad, 394 Margaritas, Frozen Raspberry, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 358 Tenderloin, Roasted, 289 63 24_568779_bindex_5.qxp 12/7/09 3:54 PM Page 544

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Beverages (continued) Jam, Freezer ❚❚ LOW-FAT 420 nut, mini, guidelines for, 69 Margaritas, Frozen Muffins, 67 pans/pan preparation, 65 Strawberry ❚❚ FAST 63 Muffins, Streusel-Topped, 67 Popovers ❚❚ LOW-FAT 76 Milk Shake, Berry, 62 -Peach Pie, 130 problems and cures, 69 Milk Shake, Chocolate Pie, 130 Pumpkin, 70 ❚❚ FAST 62 Pie, Quick, 30 tips, 69 Punch Blue Cheese Dressing, 401 Waffles, 78 Colada Cooler ❚❚ FAST 63 Boiled Hard-Shell Blue Crabs Zucchini, 70 Floating Island, 64 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 257 Bread(s), Yeast. See also Bread Lemon-Strawberry ❚❚ FAST Boiled Lobsters ❚❚ LOW-FAT 258 Machine Breads; Rolls 64, 64 Boiled Shrimp ❚❚ LOW-FAT 251 Apple-Pecan, 86 Sangria ❚❚ FAST 64 Bordelaise Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 409 Asiago ❚❚ LOW-FAT 85 Smoothie Bow-Tie (Farfalle) baking stones and tiles, Orange ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 with Beef and Tomatoes to bake on, 85 Strawberry ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT ❚❚ FAST 526 Batter 63 Gazpacho Pasta Salad with Four-Grain ❚❚ LOW-FAT 97, 97 Strawberry-Banana, 63 Tomato-Lime Dressing, Herb, Fresh ❚❚ LOW-FAT 98 Biscotti, Almond, 184 503 Whole Wheat, 97 Biscotti, Hazelnut, 184, 184 and Kasha Pilaf, 344, 344 Challah Braid, 88, 88 Biscuits Lemon-Pepper Pasta and Ciabatta Stirata ❚❚ LOW-FAT 91, 91 Baking Powder, 73 Asparagus, 503 Cinnamon-Raisin-Walnut Buttermilk, 73 Boysenberry Pie, 140 Wheat, 86, 86 Drop, 73 Brandy Cream Sauce, Chicken crusts, 84, 96 Garlic-Cheese, Easy ❚❚ FAST in, 328 to cut, 87 74, 74 Bran Muffins, 66 dough, to make and shape, 82 Herbed-Cheese, Easy, 74 Date-, 66 dough, to rise in microwave, 89 Pesto, 73 Bread(s). See also Bread(s), Egg, Rich ❚❚ LOW-FAT 88 problems and cures, 72 Quick; Bread(s), Yeast; Focaccia ❚❚ LOW-FAT 90, 90 Sausage, 73 Bread Machine Breads; Focaccia, Caramelized tips, 72, 72 French Toast Onion, 90 Bisquick mix, 5, 15 in balanced diet, 35 French, 84 Black Bean(s) Crostini, 56 Fruit and Almond, 86 Burgers, California, 504–505 fix-it-fast pantry, 518 at high altitudes, 25 Burritos, South-of-the-Border Garlic ❚❚ LOW-FAT 98 ingredients, 81 ❚❚ FAST 505 Garlic, with Rosemary, pans, 81 Caribbean ❚❚ LOW-FAT 350, 350 Grilled, 282, 282 problems and cures, 83 Fettuccine Bowl, Soutwest Herb-Cheese, 98 Sourdough ❚❚ LOW-FAT 89 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 502 Onion, 98 White, Classic ❚❚ LOW-FAT 83 Salsa, 416, 417 Salad (Panzanella), 382, 382 Whole Wheat, Honey- Soup, Cuban ❚❚ LOW-FAT 444, 444 Seeded, 98 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 87 Blackberry Pie, 130 storage of, 33, 43 Whole Wheat, Sunflower- Black-eyed Peas Stuffing, 317–318 Herb, 87 about, 371, 376 Bread(s), Quick. See also Bread crumbs Collard Greens with, 457 Biscuits; Corn Bread; homemade, 517 Hoppin’ John, 349 Dumplings; Muffins; to measure, 5 Black tea, 59 Pancake(s); Scones Breaded Pork Chops ❚❚ FAST Blenders, 7 Banana ❚❚ LOW-FAT 68 530, 530 Blood orange, 476, 489 Blueberry-Banana, 68, 68 Bread flour, 19, 81 Blueberry , Sour Cream, 71 Bread knife, 7 -, 68, 68 Corn Sticks, 88 Bread Machine Breads Cobbler, Fresh, 198 Cranberry, 70 Dinner Rolls, 92 Crisp, 196 to mix, 65 Egg Bread, Rich ❚❚ LOW-FAT 88 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 545

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Sticky Rolls, Caramel, 95 Chocolate Mousse, Dessert, 201 Butter. See also Buttercream tips, 93 Chocolate-Peanut Butter, 172 Frosting yeast for, 23 Cream Cheese, 172–173 about, 18 Bread Pudding, Apple, Bacon Pie, Chocolate, 188, 188 Apple ❚❚ LOW-FAT 420–421 and Cheddar, 236, 236 Brown Rice and Lentils Crust, 123 Bread Pudding with Whiskey ❚❚ LOW-FAT 508 to measure, 5 Sauce, 204, 204 Brown Sugar Sauce, Herbed ❚❚ FAST 407 Breadsticks, 90 about, 22 to soften, 40, 167, 167–168 Corn Sticks, 80 -Brined Pork Chops, Smoked storage of, 43 Bread Stuffing, 317–318 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 274–275 Butter(s), Savory ❚❚ FAST Breakfast Bake, Impossibly Filling, 71 Citrus-Olive, Grilled Sea Bass Easy, 236 microwave, to soften in, 40 with, 277 Breakfast Tacos ❚❚ FAST 227, 227 -Orange Glaze, Ham with, 300 Garlic, 418 Brie in Puff Pastry with Penuche, 189 Herb, 418–419 Cranberry Sauce, 49–50 Pralines, 192 Lemon-Pepper, 419 Brining, Brined Refrigerator Cookies ❚❚ LOW-FAT Parmesan, Italian, 419 about, 275 181 Butter(s), Sweet ❚❚ FAST Pork Chops, Smoked Brown Brunch Eggs on English Almond, 419 Sugar- ❚❚ LOW-FAT 274–275 Muffins, 222, 222–223 Honey, 419 , 309, 309 Brussels sprouts, selection, Orange, 419 Broccoli preparation and cooking Pecan, 419 Asian Noodle Bowl, 365, 365 of, 482 Raspberry, 419 Chinese, 471, 490 Buffalo Chicken Wings, 51 Buttercream Frosting to cut, 384 Buffet service, 37 Browned Butter, 116 -Rice Bake, Cheesy, 341 Bulgur Chocolate ❚❚ FAST 115 selection, preparation and about, 370, 375 Cocoa, Creamy, 106, 115 cooking, 482 Pilaf, 344 Lemon, 116 Sesame Buttered ❚❚ FAST 456, Tabbouleh, 390 Maple Nut, 116 456 Tabbouleh, Southwestern, 390 Mocha, 115 Soup, Cream of ❚❚ LOW-FAT 442 Buns, Cocktail, 94 Orange, 116 Sunshine Salad, 384 Burger(s) Peanut Butter, 116 Turkey Divan, 331 Black Bean, California, Vanilla ❚❚ FAST 116 Broccoli rabe, 471 504–505 White Chocolate, 115 Broiled Fish Fillets, 243 Caesar, Onion-Topped, 272, Buttermilk Broiled Fish Steaks, 243 272 about, 20 Broiled Portabella Mushroom doneness, 273, 283 Biscuits, 73 Salad ❚❚ FAST 516, 516 grilling timetable, 283 Corn Bread, Southern, 80, 80 Broiling timetable juicy, 273 , 320 meats, 283 Patty Melts with Smothered Mashed Potatoes, 464 poultry, 336 Onions, 302 Pancakes, 77 Broth Pizza ❚❚ FAST 528 Pastry, Easy ❚❚ FAST 127 about, 15, 429 Salmon, with Sour Cream- Ranch Dressing, 400, 401 Beef and ❚❚ LOW-FAT 435 Dill Sauce, 248, 248 Ranch Dressing, Parmesan, 401 Chicken and ❚❚ LOW-FAT 434 Veggie and Bean, 504, 504 storage of, 44 Fish ❚❚ LOW-FAT 435 and Veggie Packets, 273 Butterscotch Vegetable ❚❚ LOW-FAT 435 Burgundy Stew with Herb Brownies ❚❚ LOW-FAT 171 Brown-and-Serve Rolls, 94 Dumplings ❚❚ LOW-FAT Frosting, 117 Browned Butter Buttercream 162–163 Pudding, 210 Frosting, 116 Burrito(s) Sauce, 216 Brownie(s) Beef, 450 Buttery Cracker Crust, 49 Butterscotch ❚❚ LOW-FAT 171 to fold tortilla for, 450 Buttery Spritz ❚❚ LOW-FAT 184–185 Chocolate, 172 South-of-the-Border ❚❚ FAST 505 Chocolate, 185 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 546

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C foam cakes, 111–113 Peanut Brittle, 191, 191 Cabbage , Jeweled, 110 Peanut Clusters, 193 Chinese, with Sesame Fruitcake Mini Loaves, Penuche, 207 Dressing ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Jeweled, 110 Pralines, 192 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 386, 386 , 200 Rum Balls 194 Coleslaw, Creamy, 387 to glaze, 126 storage of, 189 Coleslaw, Tropical Creamy, Hot Fudge Sundae, 200, 219 tips, 187 387 layers, to split, 100 Toffee, 192 Corned Beef and, 289 Marble, 105 Candy Cookies, 176 New England Boiled Dinner, to mix, 99, 111 Candy thermometer, 32, 187 289 Peanut Butter, 106, 106 Canned foods, safety of, 30 and Noodles Stir-Fry, Spicy Pineapple Upside-Down, 199 Canning methods, 26 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 368 Pound, 107 Cape gooseberry, 476 Red, Sweet-Sour ❚❚ LOW-FAT Pound, Lemon-Poppyseed, 107 Capers, 15 456–457 problems and cures, 101, 111 Caramel(s), 190–191, 191 to slice thinly, 387 Rhubarb Spice, 108, 108–109 Apples, 470, 470 Cactus pear, 476, 489 Shortcakes, Drop, 199 Chocolate, 191 Caesar Burgers, Onion- Shortcakes, Strawberry, 199 Corn, Nutty Oven, 58 Topped, 272, 272 shortening cakes, 100–101 Corn, Oven, 58 Caesar Salad ❚❚ FAST 379 Silver White, 105 Custard, 209 Chicken, 379 Sour Cream Spice, 108 Frosting, 117 Shrimp, 379 storage of, 33, 43, 99–100 to melt, 40 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Café Latte Pie, 138, 138 Tres Leches, 107 Sauce 215 Cajun Tres Leches, Tropical, 107 Sticky Rolls, 95 Marinade, 318 Yellow, Starlight, 106 Sticky Rolls, Do-Ahead, 96 Spice Rub, 318 Zucchini, 109 Topping, 95 Turkey, Deep-Fried, 318–319 Cake Filling Turtle , 201 Cake(s). See also Cake Filling; Coconut-Pecan, 119 Caramelized Onion Focaccia, 90 Cheesecake; Frosting; Lemon ❚❚ LOW-FAT 120 Caramelized Onions ❚❚ LOW-FAT Glaze, Dessert Raspberry ❚❚ LOW-FAT 120 459, 459 Angel Food, 112, 112 Strawberry, 120 Caramelizing sugar, 207, 207 Angel Food, pans, 10, 11, 99 Carbohydrates, 34 Confetti, 112 California Black Bean Burgers, Cardoon, 471 Apple, 109 504–505 Caribbean Applesauce, 110 Calories, recommended intake, Black Beans ❚❚ LOW-FAT 350, 350 Banana, 110 539 Pork Tenderloin ❚❚ LOW-FAT Carrot, 109 Calzone, 448, 448 274, 274 Carrot, Pineapple-, 109 Skillet ❚❚ FAST 525, 525 Ribs, Spiced, 158 Chiffon, Lemon, 113 Canapé, 45 Carrot(s) Chiffon, Orange, 113 Candied Sweet Potatoes, 465 Baby, and Green Beans, Chocolate, 101 Candy. See also Bark; Truffles Grilled, 281 German, 102 (Candy) Cake, 109 Molten, 104, 104 Caramels, 190–191, 191 Cake, Pineapple, 109 Snack, 102–103, 103 Caramels, Chocolate, 191 Glazed, 457 Chocolate Chip, 105 Divinity ❚❚ LOW-FAT 191, 192–193 selection, preparation and Date-, 103 doneness testing, 187–188, cooking, 482 Snack, 103 188 Cascabel chilies, 16, 16 Coconut-Lemon, 105 Fudge, Chocolate ❚❚ LOW-FAT Casserole(s). See also Pie(s), Coffee, Sour Cream, 71 189 Savory to cut, 113 Fudge, Super-Easy ❚❚ LOW-FAT Barbecue Beef, Cheesy, 147 Date-Chocolate Chip, 103 189 Barley-Vegetable ❚❚ LOW-FAT 510 Drop Shortcakes, 218 pan for, 187 Bean, Three-, 348–349 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 547

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Chicken Tortellini, Santa Fe, Chicken Strips, Cheesy ❚❚ FAST Pizza, Double- Cheese, 140 521, 521 Spinach and Chicken dishes, 10, 139 and Ham Strata, 235 ❚❚ FAST 523 to freeze, 139 Hash Brown Potato and Egg Potatoes, Twice-Baked, 512 Green Bean, Favorite, 454, 454 Bake, 235 Quesadillas ❚❚ FAST 54–55 Pizza, Cheesy, 146 Layered Mexican Snack Sauce, 408 Potato, Supreme, 464–465 Platter ❚❚ FAST 46 Soufflé, Classic, 239 Salmon-Pasta, 150 Macaroni and Cheese, 150 Spaghetti ❚❚ LOW-FAT 498 Shrimp and Pea Pod, 149, 149 Onion and Cheese Pie, 238, Spread, Curried ❚❚ FAST 48, 48 Spinach Fettuccine, with 238 storage of, 34, 43, 229 Chicken and Bacon, 141 Sauce, Cheese, 408 Taco Casserole, Fiesta, 147 Taco, Fiesta, 147 Smoky, Potatoes, 281 tray, to create, 230 to tote, 139, 146 Soufflé, Classic Cheese, 239, types and uses, 231–232, Tuna-Pasta, 150 263 233–234 Wild Rice and Beef, 148 and Soybean Pasta Salad, Cheeseburger Bacon Lasagna, Cassoulet, Speedy ❚❚ FAST Hearty, 507 Easy, 142–143 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 529 Twice-Baked Potatoes, 460 Cheeseburger Pie, Impossibly Cauliflower, selection, prepara- Cheese. See also Cheesy; Easy, 295, 295 tion and cooking of, 482 specific cheeses Cheesecake Cauliflower Soup, Cream of artisanal, 229 Chocolate Chip, New York, 203 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 442 in balanced diet, 35 New York, 202, 202–203 Celeriac, 471–472, 490 Ball, 48 Smoked Salmon, 49 Cereal -, 440 storage of, 33, 43 in balanced diet, 35 Biscuits, Easy Garlic- ❚❚ FAST tips, 203 to measure, 5 74, 74 Turtle, 201 Chai ❚❚ FAST 67, 67 Biscuits, Easy Herbed-, 74 Cheesy Challah Braid, 88, 88 Bread, -Herb, 98 Barbecue Beef Casserole, 147 Chanterelle mushrooms, 20, categories of, 229 Broccoli-Rice Bake, 341 472 Chiles Rellenos Bake, Chicken Strips ❚❚ FAST 521, 521 Charcoal grill. See also Grilling 238–239 Hamburger Hash ❚❚ FAST 527 chimney starter, 277 Corn Bread, Cheesy Mexican Corn Bread, 80 coal readiness, 261 Mexican, 80 Pizza Casserole, 146 controlling heat, 261 for a crowd, 39 Potato Skins, 54 flareups, 262 Enchiladas, 511 Chef’s Salad, Tossed, 395 smoking in, 264 Fondue, 240, 240 Cherimoya, 476, 489 to start, 261 to grate and shred, 235 Cherry Charcoal water smokers, 263, 291 Grilled, American, 450 Cobbler, Fresh, 198 Cheddar Grilled, Pesto-Parmesan, 450 Crisp, 196 Apple and Bacon Bread Grits, 342 -Nut Frosting, 117 Pudding, 236, 236 Ham and Vegetable Frittata, Pie, 131, 131 -Bacon-Chive Cream Cheese 225, 225 Pie, Quick, 131 Spread ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 Macaroni and, 150 Chex Party Mix, Original, 58 Barbecue Beef Casserole, to measure, 5 Chicken. See also Poultry Cheesy, 147 to melt, 230 in Brandy Cream Sauce, 328 Beer-Cheese Soup, 440 mold on, 34, 230 breasts, to bone, 321 Biscuits, Garlic-Cheese, Easy Nachos ❚❚ FAST 57 breasts, to flatten, 327 ❚❚ FAST 74, 74 Nachos, Chicken, 57 broiling timetable, 336 Breakfast Bake, Impossibly Nachos, Skillet, 514 and Broth ❚❚ LOW-FAT 434 Easy, 236 Omelet, 223 Cacciatore, 326 Cheeseburger Bacon Lasagna, Omelet, Ham and, 223 Caesar Salad, 379 Easy, 142–143 and Onion Pie, 238, 238 Chili, White ❚❚ LOW-FAT 432 Chicken Fillet Sandwiches, 268 Pizza, 446 Chow Mein ❚❚ LOW-FAT 162 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 548

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Chicken (continued) Satay with Peanut Sauce, 52 to reheat, 430 and Chutney, Indian Spiced skin on, cooking with, 325 storage of, 429–430 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 329 Soup. See tips, 429 Coconut, Thai-Style, 330, 330 Spanish, 158 White ❚❚ LOW-FAT 432 , 323 Spicy Skillet ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Chili de arbol, 16 Cornmeal, with Fresh Peach 520 Chilies Salsa, 328, 328 Spinach Fettuccine Casserole Chiles Rellenos Bake, 238–239 to cut up whole chicken, 321 with Bacon and, 141 Chipotle-Peach Glaze, 270, 271 and Dumplings, 322–323 Strips, Cheesy ❚❚ FAST 521, 521 Chipotle-Peanut Noodle Fiesta , Breasts with Tomato- Tagine, 325, 325 Bowls, Spicy, 500, 501 Avocado Salsa, 324, Tetrazzini, 140, 140 Corn Combo, Zesty ❚❚ FAST 324–325 Thai, with Basil ❚❚ FAST 520 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 458, 458 Fettuccine with Vegetables thawing time, 336 red pepper sauce, 21 and ❚❚ FAST 521 Tortellini, Santa Fe, 140–141 to seed, 9 Fingers, 322 and Vegetables, Herb Roast, types of, 15–17, 16 Fried, Buttermilk, 320 320, 320 Chimichurri Sauce, 412, 412 Fried, Skillet-, 320 White Beans with, Italian Chimney starters, charcoal, 277 Grilled. See Chicken, Grilled ❚❚ FAST 523 Chinese broccoli/kale, 471, 490 Honey-Mustard, 323 Wings Chinese Cabbage Salad with Marsala ❚❚ LOW-FAT 327 Buffalo, 51 Sesame Dressing ❚❚ FAST Meatballs, 295 to cut, 51 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 386, 386 Mediterranean, with Rosemary Spicy Thai ❚❚ LOW-FAT 52 Chipotle Orzo ❚❚ LOW-FAT 357 yields (cooked), 336 about, 16, 16 Moroccan Spiced ❚❚ LOW-FAT 329 Chicken, Grilled -Peach Glaze, 270, 271 Nachos, 57 Beer Can, 266, 266 -Peanut Noodle Bowls, Spicy, Niçoise ❚❚ LOW-FAT 326–327 Lemon, with Grilled Fennel 501, 501 Oven-Fried, 322 and Onions, 266–267 Chocolate. See also Fudge; Oven-Fried, Crunchy, 322 Mediterranean Chicken White Chocolate Pad Thai with, 362 Packets, 267, 267 Angel Food Cake, Confetti, Paella, Picadillo, 141 Mixed Grill, Italian, 269 112 Parmigiana, 297 moist, keeping, 267 Brownie(s,) 172 in Peanut Sauce, Spicy, 159, Pesto Chicken Packets, 268 Cream Cheese, 172–173 159 Salad, Cranberry-Almond, 269 Peanut Butter, 172 Pecan-Maple ❚❚ FAST 519 Sandwiches, Cheddar Pie, 172, 172 Penne, -Thyme, 391, 391 Chicken Fillet, 268 Buttercream Frosting ❚❚ FAST 115 Pita Pizzas, Middle Eastern timetable for, 284 Cake(s), 101 ❚❚ FAST 538 Chicken Soup German, 102 Pizza, Double-Cheese, -Lentil, Italian ❚❚ LOW-FAT 163 Molten, 104, 104 Spinach and ❚❚ FAST 523 Noodle ❚❚ LOW-FAT 436 Snack, 102–103, 103 Potato Chip, Quick ’n Quick, 436 Caramels, 191 Crunchy ❚❚ FAST 519, 520 Rice, 436 Cream Cheese Frosting, 116 and Potatoes, Zesty Roasted, -Wild Rice, 441 Cream Pie, 133 326, 327 Chick Peas. See Garbanzo Cream Pie, -Banana, 133 Pot Pie, 330–331, 331 Bean(s); Hummus Crinkles ❚❚ LOW-FAT 179 Pot Pie, Stroganoff, 161 curls and shavings, 210 -Rice Skillet ❚❚ FAST 522, 522 to cut, 113 Drop Cookies, 178 roasting timetable, 335 Lemon, 113 French Silk Pie, Classic, 149 Roll-Ups, Asian ❚❚ FAST 524 Orange, 113 Frosting, 178 salad, for a crowd, 39 Chili, 431 Ganache ❚❚ FAST 119 Salad, Crunchy Oriental Beef ’n Pasta ❚❚ FAST 527, 527 Glaze ❚❚ FAST 118 ❚❚ FAST 393, 393 Cincinnati-Style, 431 Milk, 118 Salad Sandwiches ❚❚ FAST 452 Family-Favorite, 164 Mint, 118 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 549

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Hot Chocolate ❚❚ FAST 61 Cinnamon Cocoa, for baking, 17, 167 Hot Chocolate, Double- -Apple Muffins, 67 Cocoa Frosting, Creamy, Chocolate, 61 Creamy Fruit Dip, 45 106, 115 Ice Cream, 213 -Maple Cream Cheese Spread Coconut Malt, 62 ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 about, 17, 477 to melt, 40, 178 -Raisin-Walnut Wheat Bread, Chicken, Thai-Style, 330, 330 Milk Shake ❚❚ FAST 62 86, 86 Cream Pie, 133 Mousse, 210 Rolls, 96 -Lemon Bars, 174 Mousse Brownie Dessert, 201 -Sugared Nuts, 56 -Lemon Cake, 105 Pudding, 210 Cioppino, 434 -Pecan Filling and Topping, 119 Sauce, Glossy ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Citrus fruit Shrimp, Baked ❚❚ LOW-FAT 53 215 to section, 9 to toast, 40, 215 Truffles, Luscious, 190, 190 varieties of, 476–477 Coffee. See also Mocha Truffles, White Chocolate-, Citrus-Olive Butter, Grilled to brew, 59 190 Sea Bass with, 278 Café Latte Pie, 150, 150 types of, 17 Clam(s). See also Shellfish for a crowd, 39 Chocolate Chip(s) Chowder, Manhattan decaffeinated, 59 Bars, 176 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 443 roasts, 59 Cake, 105 Chowder, New England , 205 Date-, 103 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 443 Coffee Cake, Sour Cream, 71 Snack, 103 Cioppino, 434 Colada Cooler Punch ❚❚ FAST 63 Cheesecake, New York, 203 Deep-Fried, 253 Cold Antipasti Platter with Cookies, 176, 176 Linguine and Sausage, Lemon Aioli, 60 Cookies, Jumbo, 176 Spanish, 359 Cold foods, safe handling of, to melt, 40 to open raw clams, 256 29–30 Muffins, 67 Red Clam Sauce, Linguine Cold Poached Salmon with Scones, 75 with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 361, 361 Herb Mayonnaise, 248 Cholesterol, 34 selecting, 249 Coleslaw, Creamy, 387 Chowder Steamed ❚❚ LOW-FAT 256 Tropical, 387 Clam, Manhattan ❚❚ LOW-FAT 443 storage of, 250 Collard Greens with Black- Clam, New England ❚❚ LOW-FAT White Clam Sauce, Spaghetti eyed Peas, 457 443 with, 361 Collard Greens, Spicy, with Corn ❚❚ LOW-FAT 441 Classic Cheese Soufflé, 239 Bacon, 457 Potato and Double-Corn Classic French Dressing ❚❚ FAST Condensed milk, 20 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 165 398 Cookie Crumb Crust, 128 Turkey, Potato and Double- Classic French Silk Pie, 137 Cookies. See also Bar(s); Sugar Corn, 165 Classic Red French Dressing Cookies Chow Mein, Chicken ❚❚ LOW-FAT ❚❚ FAST 398 to bake, 170 162 Classic Risotto, 340 Biscotti, Almond, 184 Chunky Vegetable Lasagna, Classic Risotto with Peas, 340 Biscotti, Hazelnut, 184, 184 498 Classic White Bread ❚❚ LOW-FAT Brown Sugar Refrigerator Chutney and Chicken, Indian 83 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 181 Spiced ❚❚ LOW-FAT 329 Cleanliness, food safety and, Buttery Spritz ❚❚ LOW-FAT Chutney, Golden Fruit, 418 27–28, 30 184–185 Ciabatta Stirata ❚❚ LOW-FAT 91, 91 Cloverleaf Rolls, 92, 93 Buttery Spritz, Chocolate, 185 Cider, Hot-Buttered-Rum Potato Roll Dough, 94 Candy, 176 Spiced, 61 Cobbler(s) Chocolate Chip, 176, 176 Cider, Hot Spiced, 61 Blueberry, Fresh, 198 Chocolate Chip, Jumbo, 176 Cilantro Pesto, 405 Cherry, Fresh, 198 Chocolate Crinkles ❚❚ LOW-FAT Cilantro, in Tabbouleh, Peach, Fresh, 198, 198 179 Southwestern, 390 Cobb Salad, 392 Chocolate Drop, 178 Cincinnati-Style Chili, 431 Cocktail Buns, 94 dough, storage of, 169–170 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 550

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Cookies (continued) Corn Bread, 79 Cranberry Gingerbread ❚❚ LOW-FAT 186 –and Bacon-Stuffed Pork -Almond Bark, 194 Gingersnaps ❚❚ LOW-FAT 180 Chops, 302 -Almond Chicken Salad, ingredients, 167–168 Buttermilk, Southern, 80, 80 Grilled, 269 to mix, 169 Cheesy Mexican, 80 Bread, 70 Mocha, 186 Sausage Pie, -Topped, 148, -Orange Mold, Easy ❚❚ LOW-FAT Molasses, Soft, 179 148–149 390 Molasses, Soft, with Vanilla Stuffing, 318 -Orange Muffins, 67, 68 Frosting, 179, 179 Corned Beef -Orange Relish ❚❚ LOW-FAT 418 Oatmeal-Raisin, 177 Brisket, Spiced, with Horse- Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 412 Peanut Butter, 180 radish Sour Cream, 156 Sauce, Brie in Puff Pastry Peanut Butter Chip, Rich, 180 and Cabbage, 289 with, 49–50 Shortbread, 183 New England Boiled Dinner, -Wine Sauce, Venison with Shortbread, Pecan, 183 289 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 306 Snickerdoodles, 181 Reuben Sandwiches, 449, 449 Cream. See also Creamy; Sour storage of, 33, 43, 170 Cornish hens, roasting Cream; Whipped Cream stuck, to remove, 170 timetable for, 335 Brandy Sauce, Chicken in, 328 Tea Cakes Cornmeal of Broccoli Soup ❚❚ LOW-FAT 442 Lemon, 182 about, 370 of Cauliflower Soup ❚❚ LOW-FAT Peppermint, 182 Chicken with Fresh Peach 442 Russian, 182 Salsa, 328, 328 forms of, 17–18 test cookie, 186 Polenta, Fried, 342 Garlic Sauce, Sesame Pork Thumbprint, 182, 182–183 Polenta ❚❚ LOW-FAT 342 with ❚❚ FAST 531 Thumbprint, Lemon- Corn Muffins, 79 Gravy Pot Roast, 288 Almond, 182, 183 Cornstarch, 17, 403 of Mushroom Soup, 442 White Chocolate Chunk- Corn Sticks, 80 to refrigerate/freeze, 48 Macadamia, 177 Corn syrup, 17 Cream Cheese. See also Cookie sheets, 10, 168–169 Country Apple Tart, 129 Cheesecake Cooking. See also Microwave Countryside Pasta Toss ❚❚ FAST Bacon-Chive-Cheddar Spread canning, 26 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 532 ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 food safety in, 30–31 Country-Style Ribs, 303 Brownies, 172–173 glossary of terms, 11–15 52 53 high altitude, 25, 154 Country-Style Ribs with Cheese Ball, – how-to’s, 8–9 Hoisin Glaze, 276 Crab Dip, Hot, 55 ❚❚ FAST pots and pans, 10 Couscous and Beans, Mediter- Curried Cheese Spread ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT slow cooker, 152–154 ranean 368 52, 52 ❚❚ FAST Coq au Vin, 323 Couscous, Vegetable Curry Frosting 116 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Coquilles Saint Jacques, 259, 259 with 512, 512 Frosting, Chocolate, 116 Coquito nuts, 477 Crab(s). See also Shellfish Frosting, for Pumpkin-Spice Corn Boiled Hard-Shell Blue Bars, 174–175 ❚❚ LOW-FAT ❚❚ FAST Chowder ❚❚ LOW-FAT 441 257 Fruit Dip, Creamy 45, 45 Chowder, Double-, Potato Cakes, 54, 54 Cinnamon, 45 and ❚❚ LOW-FAT 165 cooked legs, in microwave, Gingered, 45 Chowder, Double-, Potato, 278 Maple-Cinnamon Spread ❚❚ FAST Turkey and, 165 Dip, Hot, 50 419, 419 ❚❚ FAST Combo, Zesty ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Newburg, 258 Olive-Walnut Spread 458, 458 Quesadillas, Corn and ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 and Crab Quesadillas ❚❚ FAST 535, 535 Peanut Butter-Honey Spread 535, 535 to remove crabmeat, 257 ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 Relish ❚❚ LOW-FAT 417, 417 selecting, 249 Pizza Dip, 50, 51 Scalloped, 458 soft-shell, 257 Quesadillas, Corn and Crab, selection, preparation and -Stuffed Shrimp ❚❚ LOW-FAT 535, 535 cooking of, 483 254–255 and Salmon Omelet ❚❚ FAST 224 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 551

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to soften, 40 Cuban Black Bean Soup Decaffeinated coffee, 59 storage of, 34, 43 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 444, 444 Decaffeinated tea, 60 Tiramisu, 205 Cuban Pork Sandwiches ❚❚ FAST Decorated Sugar Cookies, 185 Cream Pie(s). See also 451, 451 Deep-Fried Clams, 253 Whipped Cream Pie(s) Cucumber(s) Deep-Fried Oysters, 253 Banana, 133 Pickles, Easy Refrigerator Deep-Fried Sea Scallops, 253 Chocolate, 133 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 417 Deep-Fried Shrimp, 253 Chocolate-Banana, 133 Salad ❚❚ LOW-FAT 385 Deep-frying Coconut, 133 Salad, Creamy, 385 at high altitude, 27 Cream of tartar, 18 and Tomatoes in Yogurt, 406, thermometer, 31, 32 Creamy 406 turkey, do’s and dont’s, 319 Cinnmon Fruit Dip, 45 Cumin-Pepper Hummus, 46 Deluxe Stuffed-Crust Pizza, Cocoa Frosting, 106, 115 Curd, Key Lime, 421 510, 510–511 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Coleslaw, 387 Curd, Lemon Denver Deviled Eggs, 228, 228 Coleslaw, Tropical, 387 421, 421 Denver Omelet, 223 Cucumber Salad ❚❚ LOW-FAT 385 Curls and shavings, chocolate, Dessert(s). See Bar(s); Cake(s); Fruit Dip ❚❚ FAST 45, 45 231 Cookies; Custard; Fruit Gingered Fruit Dip, 45 Currant Scones, 75 Desserts; Ice Cream; Gravy, 411 Curry(ied) Pie(s); Pudding; Sorbet; ❚❚ FAST Tart(s) Ham and Fettuccine ❚❚ FAST 532 Cheese Spread 48, 48 Pilaf, 339 Dessert garnishes, 195 Italian Dressing ❚❚ FAST 398 Dessert Sauce(s) Poppy Seed Dressing, 269 Sauce, 408 Vegetable, with Couscous Butterscotch, 236 Potato Salad, 384 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 512, 512 Caramel ❚❚ LOW-FAT 215 Quinoa Primavera, 345, 345 Custard Chocolate, Glossy ❚❚ FAST Seafood Lasagna, 144 Baked, 208–209 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 215 Vinaigrette Dressing, 343 to bake in water bath, 209 Hot Fudge ❚❚ LOW-FAT 214 Crème Brûlée, 206–207, 207 Caramel, 209 Lemon ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 216 Crème Caramel, 209 Crème Brûlée, 206–207, 207 Orange ❚❚ LOW-FAT 216 Crepes, 78 Key Lime Curd, 421 plate painting designs, 195 Crescent Rolls, 92, 93 Lemon Curd ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Raspberry ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 216 Potato Roll Dough, 104 421, 421 Rhubarb ❚❚ LOW-FAT 470 Crimini mushroom, 20, 472, 491 Panna Cotta, 208, 208 Strawberry-Rhubarb, 470 Crisp(s) Pie, 136 Whiskey, Bread Pudding Apple, 196 Soft, 62 with, 204, 204 Blueberry, 196 Tiramisu, 205 Deviled Eggs ❚❚ FAST 228, 228 Cherry, 196 Trifle, English, 206 Denver, 228, 228 Rhubarb, 196 Custard apple, 476, 489 with Olives, 228, 228 Cross-contamination, 30 Cutting boards, food safety Zesty, 228, 228 Crostini, 56 and, 28, 30 Diet, Healthy, 35 Crudité, 45 Dill Crumb Topping, 150 D and Orange Tuna, Pan-Seared Crunchy Oriental Chicken Daikon, 471, 490 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 ❚❚ FAST Salad 393, 393 Dairy products Sauce, 408 Crunchy Oven-Fried Chicken, in balanced diet, 35 -Sour Cream Sauce, Salmon 322 fix-it-fast pantry, 518 Burgers with, 248, 248 Crunchy Peanut Clusters, 193 safety of, 31 Dinner Rolls, 92 Crust. See also Pie Crust; Pizza in slow cooker, adding, 153 Do-Ahead, 92 Crust storage of, 31, 34, 43, 44 to shape, 93 bread, 84, 96 Date Dip(s). See also Spread(s) Cheesecake, 202 Bars, 174, 175 Artichoke, Hot, 50 Cracker, Buttery, 49 -Bran Muffins, 66 Artichoke-Spinach, Hot, 50 Crustaceans, defined, 250 -Chocolate Chip Cake, 103 Crab, Hot, 50 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 552

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Dip(s) (continued) Easy Italian Sausage Lasagna, 142 Tacos, Breakfast ❚❚ FAST 227, 227 defined, 49 Easy Mushroom Pizza Pie, 237 yolks, to thicken sauces, 403 Fruit, Creamy ❚❚ FAST 45, 45 Easy Oven Baked Beans, 348 Egg Bread, Rich ❚❚ LOW-FAT 88 Cinnamon, 45 Easy Refrigerator Pickles Eggnog, 62 Gingered, 45 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 417 Egg Noodles, 356 Guacamole ❚❚ LOW-FAT 46 Easy Skillet Baked Beans, 348 Eggplant Hummus ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 46 Edamame, 507 Asian varieties of, 471, 490 Cumin-Pepper, 46 Egg(s). See also Custard; Parmigiana, 513 Sun-Dried Tomato, 46 (s); Omelet Ratatouille, Marinated, Layered Mexican Snack baked (shirred), 220 Heroes, 515 Platter ❚❚ FAST 47 in balanced diet, 35 selection, preparation and Pizza, 50, 51 Benedict, 226 cooking of, 483 Spinach, 47 Breakfast Bake, Impossibly Tacos, Vegetable, Middle Direct-heat grilling, 262 Easy, 236 East, 506, 506 Divinity ❚❚ LOW-FAT 191, 192–193 Brunch Eggs on English Electric outdoor grill, 261 Do-Ahead Caramel Sticky Muffins, 222, 222–223 Electric water smokers, 263 Rolls, 95 Chiles Rellenos Bake, 238–239 Enchiladas, Beef, 296 Do-Ahead Dinner Rolls, 92 in cookies and bars, 168 Enchiladas, Cheese, 511 Double-Chocolate Hot Deviled ❚❚ FAST 228, 228 English Muffins, Brunch Eggs Chocolate, 61 Denver, 228, 228 on, 222, 222–223 Double Oven Pancake, 77 with Olives, 228, 228 English Trifle, 206 Double-Toffee Bars, 173 Zesty, 228, 228 Enoki mushroom, 20, 472, 491 Drop Biscuits, 73 French Toast ❚❚ LOW-FAT 79 Entertaining Drop Shortcakes, 199 French Toast, Oven, 79 with appetizers, 46 Duckling with Orange Sauce, fried, 220 buffets, 37 332–333 Frittata, Ham, Vegetable and for a crowd, 39 Dumplings, 75 Cheese, 225, 225 fruit and vegetable platters, 42 Apple, 196–197, 197 Frittata, Italian, Savory menu planning, 38–39 Chicken and, 322–323 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 246 table setting, 36, 36, 37, 37 Herb, 75 hard-cooked, 220, 228 tips for, 38 Herb, Burgundy Stew with and Hash Brown Potato Equipment and tools. See also ❚❚ LOW-FAT 162–163 Bake, 235 Pans Spaetzle, 356 Huevos Rancheros, 226 bakeware, 11–12 with Kielbasa ❚❚ FAST 227 bread machines, 92 E poached, 220, 226 canning, 26 Easy Bacon Cheeseburger Potato and Bacon Scramble charcoal chimney starter, 299 Lasagna, 142–143 ❚❚ FAST 222 cookware, 10 Easy Bean and Kielbasa Soup, Quiche Lorraine, 234 food thermometers, 31, 31–32 164 Quiche, Seafood, 234 grills, 289 Easy Bell Pepper-Garlic safe handling and storage of, knives, 7, 8 Refrigerator Pickles, 417 30, 43, 219, 220 measuring, 5, 5 Easy Buttermilk Pastry ❚❚ FAST 127 Salad Sandwiches, 452 mixing, 6, 7 Easy Cranberry-Orange Mold Scrambled, 221, 221 slow cookers, 152 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 390 Scrambled, Mexican, 221 smokers, 263 Easy Garlic-Cheese Biscuits to separate, 9 for tea making, 60 ❚❚ FAST 74, 74 sizes, 219 Evaporated milk, 20 Easy Grilled Fish ❚❚ FAST soft-cooked, 220 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 278 Soufflé, Classic Cheese, 239 F Easy Grilled Vegetables Strata, Ham and Cheddar, 235 Fajita Marinade, 416 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 280–281, 281 Strata, Mozzarella and Pesto, Fajitas, 271 Easy Herbed-Cheese Biscuits, 74 513, 513 Family-Favorite Chili, 164 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 553

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Farfalle. See Bow-Tie Beer Batter-Fried, 243, 243 Fondue, Cheese, 240, 240 Fats and oils, 18–19, 35, 81, 167 Broiled Fillets, 243 Food and Drug Favorite Green Bean Casserole, Broiled Steaks, 243 Administration, 539 454, 454 Broth ❚❚ LOW-FAT 435 Food Guide Pyramid. See Feijoa, 477, 489 Cioppino, 434 MyPyramid Fennel classification of, 242 Food poisoning, 29 about, 472, 490 for a crowd, 39 Food processor, 7 and Onion, Grilled, Lemon doneness, 242, 245 Food safety Chicken with, 295 fillets, to remove bones and at buffets, 37 selection, preparation and skin, 244 eggs, 30, 219, 220 cooking of, 483 fix-it-fast pantry, 518 food thermometers in, 31, Feta Grilled. See Fish, Grilled 31–32 Chicken Packets, microwave timetable, 242 for food types, 30–31 Mediterranean, 267, 267 Oven-Fried, 245, 245 for grilling, 262 Couscous and Beans, Panfried ❚❚ LOW-FAT 244–245 information sources on, 28 Mediterranean ❚❚ FAST Pecan-Crusted Fillets, 243 meat handling, 287 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 368 Quiche, Seafood, 257 of packed lunches/picnics, 32 Greek Salad ❚❚ FAST 379 safe handling of, 30, 32 poultry handling, 28, 30, 31, Pita Pizzas, Middle Eastern Seafood Stew, Hearty 262 ❚❚ FAST 538, 538 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 260 refrigerator temperature Fettuccine selecting, 241 and, 29 Alfredo, 363 servings per pound, 241 rules of, 27–30 Beef and Artichoke ❚❚ FAST 529 in slow cooker, adding, 153 for slow cooker, 29, 153 Bowl, Southwest ❚❚ LOW-FAT 502 Snapper with Sautéed for smoking, 263, 291 with Chicken and Vegetables Tomato-Pepper Sauce Food thermometers, 31, 31–32, ❚❚ FAST 521 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 291 and Ham, Creamy ❚❚ FAST 532 Sole Amandine, 246 Four-Grain Batter Bread with Ricotta, Tomato, and storage of, 33, 44, 241 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 97, 97 Basil ❚❚ FAST 499 Trout, Orange-Almond, 268 Four-Leaf Clovers, 94 Shrimp Vegetable, 536, 536 Fish, Grilled Freezing Spinach, Casserole with Easy ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 278 casseroles, 139 Chicken and Bacon, 141 Herbed Seafood, 280 cheese, 34, 229 Straw and Hay Pasta, 360 Salmon, Planked, with Peach- cookie dough, 169–170 Vegetable, Spring ❚❚ FAST 536 Mango Salsa ❚❚ LOW-FAT 277 cookies and bars, 33, 43, 170 with Wild Mushrooms, 364 Salmon, Smoked Brined, fish, 48, 241 Fiber, dietary, 34 276, 277 ground beef, cooked, 517 Fiesta Chicken Breasts with Sea Bass with Citrus-Olive meat, 34, 43–44, 285, 286, Tomato-Avocado Salsa, Butter, 278 517 324, 324–325 Tacos ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 278–279 meatballs, 517 Fiesta Taco Casserole, 147 Flare-ups, in grilling, 290 pies and pie crust, 33–34, 122 Fig Bars, 175 Flavored Sweetened Whipped poultry, 44, 315, 517 Figs, 477 Cream, 238 safety tips, 29–30, 33–34 Filling. See Cake Filling Flaxseed, 370 soups, stews and chili, Finger foods, 45 Floating Island Punch, 64 429–430 First course, 45 Flour temperature, 33 Fish. See also Salmon; Tuna to measure, 5 timetable for, 43–44 Baked Fillets ❚❚ LOW-FAT 245 types of, 19, 81, 167 tofu, 496 to bake with skin on, 246 Foam cakes, 111–113 whipped cream, 238 in balanced diet, 35 Focaccia ❚❚ LOW-FAT 90, 90 French Apple Pie, 129 Bass with Parmesan ❚❚ LOW-FAT Focaccia, Caramelized French Bread, 84 246 Onion, 90 French Dip Sandwiches, 156 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 554

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French Dressing, Classic ❚❚ FAST Frozen foods, for fix-it-fast Game Fowl 398 pantry, 518 Duckling with Orange Sauce, Red, 398 Frozen Raspberry Margaritas, 72 332–333 French Omelet ❚❚ FAST 223, 223 Frozen Strawberry Margaritas Goose, Roast, with Apple French Onion Soup, 438 ❚❚ FAST 72 Stuffing, 333 French Silk Pie Fruit(s). See also Berry(ies); Pheasants, Orange-Roasted, Classic, 137 specific fruits 332, 332 Mocha, 137 and Almond Bread, 86 roasting timetable, 335 French Toast ❚❚ LOW-FAT 79 in balanced diet, 35 Ganache, Chocolate ❚❚ FAST 119 Oven, 79 canning methods, 28 Garbanzo Bean(s). See also tips, 76 Chutney, Golden, 418 Hummus Fresh Herb Batter Bread citrus, to section, 9 Burgers, Veggie and Bean, 504 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 98 citrus, specialty, 476–477 “Meatballs,” Veggie and Fresh Herb Vinaigrette ❚❚ FAST to microwave, 40–41 Bean, 504 399, 400 for platters, 42 Sandwich ❚❚ FAST 505 Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato ripeness, 468 Garden Patch Sauté ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Pizza ❚❚ LOW-FAT 447, Salad, Key West 469 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 467, 467 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 447–448 Salsa, Tropical Fruit Garden Vegetable Spaghetti Fresh Peach Cobbler, 198, 198 416 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 499, 499 Fresh Peach Ice Cream, 213 storage of, 468 Garlic Fresh Peas and Prosciutto, 460 tropical/specialty varieties, about, 19 Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream, 475–479, 489 Aioli, Lemon, Grilled 213 to wash, 30 Antipasti Platter with, 60 Fresh Tomato and Garlic Fruitcake -Bell Pepper Pickles, Easy Penne ❚❚ LOW-FAT 367 to cut, 113 Refrigerator, 417 Fresh Tomato Sauce ❚❚ FAST Jeweled, 110 Bread ❚❚ LOW-FAT 98 110 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 404–405 Mini Loaves, Jeweled, Bread with Rosemary, Fresno chilies, 16 Fruit Desserts. See also Grilled, 282, 282 Cobbler(s); Crisp(s) Fried Polenta, 342 Butter ❚❚ FAST 418 Apple Dumplings, 196–197, Fried Potatoes, 462 -Cheese Biscuits, Easy ❚❚ FAST Frittata, Ham, Vegetable and 197 74, 74 Apples, Baked, 197 Cheese, 225, 225 Cream Sauce, Sesame Pork Pineapple Upside-Down Frittata, Savory Italian ❚❚ LOW-FAT with ❚❚ FAST 531 Cake, 199 225 elephant, 472 Strawberry , 199 Frosting. See also Buttercream Leg of Lamb, and Herb Fruit Dip, Creamy ❚❚ FAST 45, 45 Frosting Roast, 304–305, 305 Cinnamon, 45 Butterscotch, 117 -Lemon Marinade, 293 Gingered, 45 Marinade, 415 Caramel, 117 Fruited Stuffing Supreme, Cherry-Nut, 117 Mashed Potatoes, 464 298–299 Pot Roast, -Herb, 288 Chocolate, 178 Fudge Cream Cheese ❚❚ FAST 116 Roasted, 56 Chocolate ❚❚ LOW-FAT 189 roasting, to prepare for, 56 Cream Cheese, Chocolate, 116 Frosting, 115 Shrimp ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 534 Cream Cheese, for Pumpkin- Hot Fudge Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 214 Spice Bars, 174–175 Hot Fudge Sundae Cake, 200 and Tomato, Fresh, Penne ❚❚ LOW-FAT Fudge, 115 Super-Easy ❚❚ LOW-FAT 206 367 Peppermint, 117 Vinegar, 421 spatula for, 114, 175 G Garnishes, for desserts, 195 tips, 114 Gai lan, 471, 490 Gas grill. See also Grilling two-, 125 Game, Venison with flare-ups, 262 Vanilla, 179, 179 Cranberry-Wine Sauce smoking in, 264 White Mountain ❚❚ LOW-FAT 117 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 306 to start, 261 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 555

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Gazpacho ❚❚ LOW-FAT 437 of legumes, 371–372 Grilled Antipasti Platter with Gazpacho Pasta Salad with nutrition, 37 Lemon Aioli, 55 Tomato Lime Dressing, of pasta, 372–374 Grilled Baby Carrots and 503, 503 of vegetables (specialty/new), Green Beans, 281 Gelatin, 19 471–475 Grilled Cranberry-Almond Gelatin Salad(s) Glossy Chocolate Sauce ❚❚ FAST Chicken Salad, 269 Cranberry-Orange Mold, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 215 Grilled dishes. See also Easy ❚❚ LOW-FAT 390 Golden Fruit Chutney, 418 Chicken, Grilled; Fish, Strawberry Margarita Cups Golden Onion Soup, 438 Grilled ❚❚ LOW-FAT 389, 389 Goose, Roast, with Apple Antipasti Platter with Lemon to unmold, 390 Stuffing, 333 Aioli, 55 , 102 Goose, roasting timetable for, Burger(s) German Potato Salad, Hot 335 Caesar, Onion-Topped, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 385 Gorgonzola Linguine with 272, 272 Giblet Gravy, 411 Toasted Walnuts, 364 doneness, 273 Giblet Stuffing, 318 Gorgonzola and Toasted juiciness, 273 Gingerbread, 200 Walnut Salad ❚❚ FAST 380 and Veggie Packets, 273 Gingerbread Cookies ❚❚ LOW-FAT Goulash, Hungarian, 291 Carrots, Baby, and Green 186 Graham Cracker Crust ❚❚ FAST Beans, 281 Gingered Creamy Fruit Dip, 45 128 Fajitas, 271 Gingerroot, 19 Grains. See also specific grains Garlic Bread with Rosemary, Gingersnaps ❚❚ LOW-FAT 180 storage of, 337 282, 282 Glaze(d) timetable for cooking, 375 Mixed Grill, Italian, 298–299 Acorn Squash, 467 types of, 338, 370–371 Onion Flowers, Tangy Brown Sugar-Orange, Ham Grapes, champagne, 476 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 282 with, 300 Grasshopper Pie, 138 Patty Melts with Smothered Carrots, 457 Gravy Onions, 272 Chipotle-Peach, Strip Steaks Cream, Pot Roast, 288 Pork Chops, Smoked Brown with, 270, 271 Creamy, 411 Sugar-Brined ❚❚ LOW-FAT Ham, Baked, 300 Giblet, 411 274–275 Hoisin, Country-Style Ribs Pan ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 410–411 Pork Ribs with Smoky with, 276 Thin, 411 Barbecue Sauce, 275 Honey-Mustard, Salmon Greek Lamb Chops, 304 Pork Tenderloin, Caribbean with, 247 Greek Salad ❚❚ FAST 379 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 274, 274 Pineapple, 300 Green Bean(s) Portabella Mushroom Glaze, Dessert, 71 with Bacon, Onion and Sandwiches ❚❚ FAST Chocolate ❚❚ FAST 118 Tomato ❚❚ LOW-FAT 454 280, 280 Chocolate Ganache ❚❚ FAST 119 and Carrots, Baby, Grilled, Potatoes, Smoky Cheddar, 281 to drizzle and spread, 118, 118 281 Ribs, Country-Style, with Lemon, 118 Casserole, Favorite, 454, 454 Hoisin Glaze, 276 Milk Chocolate, 118 Salad Niçoise, 395 Shrimp Kabobs with Fresh Mint Chocolate, 118 selection, preparation and Herbs ❚❚ LOW-FAT 279, 279 Orange, 118 cooking, 480 steak doneness, 270 for pie crust, 128 with Shiitake Mushrooms, Strip Steaks with Chipotle- Vanilla ❚❚ FAST 118 455 Peach Glaze, 270, 271 Glossary Three-Bean Salad, 387 T-Bones, Texas ❚❚ FAST 270 cooking terms, 11–15 Greens. See also specific greens Turkey on the Grill, 265, 265 of fruits (specialty/tropical), for salad, 42, 378, 402 Vegetables, Easy ❚❚ LOW-FAT 475–479 selection, preparation and 280–281, 281 of grains, 370–371 cooking of, 483 Grilled Fish Tacos ❚❚ FAST ingredients, 15–23 Green tea, 60 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 278–279 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 556

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Grilled Garlic Bread with Hamburger(s). See Burger(s) tips for cooking with, 413 Rosemary, 282, 282 Hamburger Hash, Cheesy varieties of, 426 Grilled Portabella Mushroom ❚❚ FAST 527 Vermicelli with Fresh Herbs Sandwiches ❚❚ FAST 280, Hand beater, 6 ❚❚ FAST 366 280 Hand washing, food safety Vinaigrette, Fresh ❚❚ FAST 399, Grilled Sea Bass with Citrus- and, 27 400 Olive Butter, 278 Hash Vinegar ❚❚ LOW-FAT 421 Grilled Shrimp Kabobs with Hamburger, Cheesy ❚❚ FAST Herbed Fresh Herbs ❚❚ LOW-FAT 527 Beef Roast ❚❚ LOW-FAT 155, 155 279, 279 Oven, 293 Butter Sauce ❚❚ FAST 407 Grilling. See also Charcoal Roast Beef, Slow Cooker -Cheese Biscuits, Easy, 74 grill; Gas grill ❚❚ LOW-FAT 160 Lemon Oil, 269 direct- and indirect-heat, Skillet, 293 Seafood, 280 262 Hash Brown Potato(es), 463 Heroes, Ratatouille, food safety tips, 262 and Egg Bake, 235 Marinated, 515 smoking and, 292 Hazelnut Biscotti, 184, 184 High-altitude cooking, 25, 154 timetable for, 283–284 Hazelnut Mocha Latte Bark, Hoisin Glaze, Country-Style types of grills, 261 194 Ribs with, 276 Grits, Cheese, 342 Hearty Seafood Stew ❚❚ LOW-FAT Hollandaise Sauce ❚❚ FAST 410, Ground meat 260 410 cooked, to freeze, 517 Hearty Soybean and Cheddar Homemade Pasta ❚❚ LOW-FAT 355 grilling timetable, 283 Pasta Salad, 507 Honey safety of, 30 Herb(s). See also Herbed; about, 19–20 storage of, 43, 286 specific herbs Butter ❚❚ FAST 419 Guacamole ❚❚ LOW-FAT 46 Batter Bread, Fresh ❚❚ LOW-FAT -Dijon Dressing ❚❚ FAST 399, in Fajitas, 271 98 400 in Layered Mexican Snack Butter ❚❚ FAST 418–419 to microwave, 41 Platter ❚❚ FAST 46 -Cheese Bread, 98 -Mustard, Chicken, 323 Gumbo, Shrimp ❚❚ LOW-FAT 432 Chicken and Vegetables, -Mustard Marinade, 274 Roast, 320, 320 -Peanut Butter Cream Cheese H Dumplings, 75 Spread ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 Habanero chilies, 16, 16 Dumplings, Burgundy Stew -Whole Wheat Bread Ham with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 162–163 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 87 about, 300, 304 forms, flavors and uses, 422 Hoppin’ John, 349 with Brown Sugar-Orange Leg of Lamb, and Garlic Horned melon, 477, 489 Glaze, 300 Roast, 304–305, 305 Hors d’oeurvre, 45 to carve, 300 -Lemon Basting Sauce, 280 Horseradish and Cheddar Strata, 235 -Lemon Marinade, 415 Mashed Potatoes, 464 and Cheese Omelet, 223 Mayonnaise, Cold Poached Sauce, Whipped ❚❚ FAST cooking instructions, 31 Salmon with, 248 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 407 and Fettuccine, Creamy Pasta, 355 Sour Cream, Spiced Corned ❚❚ FAST 532 Pork Tenderloin, -Crusted Beef Brisket with, 156 Glazed Baked, 300 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 301, 301 Hot Artichoke Dip, 50 roasting timetable, 308 Pot Roast, -Garlic, 288 Hot Artichoke-Spinach Dip, 50 Salad Sandwiches, 452 seasoning blends, 425, 428 Hot-Buttered-Rum Spiced and Scalloped Potatoes, 304 in slow cooker, adding, 153 Cider, 61 storage of, 44 storage of, 413 Hot Chocolate ❚❚ FAST 61 and Swiss Pizza, 237 -Sunflower Whole Wheat Hot Chocolate, Double- Vegetable and Cheese Bread, 87 Chocolate, 61 Frittata, 225, 225 tea, 60 Hot Crab Dip, 50 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 557

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Hot dogs Pizza Dough, 447–448 Kohlrabi, 472, 490 safety of, 31 Tomato Sauce, 404 selection, preparation and storage of, 44, 286 Turkey-Rice Dinner, 155 cooking of, 484 Hot foods, safe handling of, 29 White Bean Salad, Northern Kumquat, 476 Hot Fudge Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 214 Italian, 388, 388 Kung Pao Pork Over Sesame Hot Fudge Sundae Cake, 200 White Beans with Chicken Noodles, 359 Hot German Potato Salad ❚❚ FAST 523 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 385 Italian Dressing ❚❚ FAST 398 L Hot Spiced Cider, 61 Creamy, 398 Ladyfingers, in desserts, 205 Lamb Huevos Rancheros, 226 Italian Sausage Lasagna, 142 broiling timetable, 310 Hummus ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 46 Easy, 142 Chops, Greek, 304 Cumin-Pepper, 46 cuts of, 314 Sun-Dried Tomato, 46 J grilling timetable, 283 in Tacos, Vegetable, Middle Jalapeño chilies, 16, 16–17 Leg of, Herb and Garlic East, 506, 506 Jam, Freezer ❚❚ LOW-FAT Roast, 304–305, 305 Hungarian Goulash, 291 Blueberry, 420 roasting timetable, 308 Hungarian wax chilies, 16 Raspberry, 420 storage of, 286 Strawberry, 420 stove-top cooking timetable, I Jambalaya, Quick, 433 309 Ice Cream Jerk Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Lard, 18 Chocolate, 213 157 Lasagna to freeze, 34, 43 Jerusalem artichoke, 480 Bacon Cheeseburger, Easy, Orange Smoothie ❚❚ FAST Jeweled Fruitcake, 110 142–143 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 Mini Loaves, 110 Italian Sausage, 142 Peach, Fresh, 213 Jicama, 472 Italian Sausage, Easy, 142 to soften in microwave, 41 Jumbo Chocolate Chip Seafood, Creamy, 144 Strawberry, Fresh, 234 Cookies, 176 Vegetable, Chunky, 498 Vanilla, 213 Lattice Pie Top, 126, 126 Iced tea, crystal-clear, to make, K Lavender gem, 476 60 Kabobs, Chicken Satay with Layer cake Impossibly Easy Breakfast Peanut Sauce, 52 to cut, 105 Bake, 236 Kabobs, Shrimp, Grilled, with to frost, 114 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Impossibly Easy Cheeseburger Fresh Herbs to split layers, 110 Pie, 295, 295 279, 279 Layered Mexican Snack Platter Impossibly Easy Pumpkin Pie, Kale, Chinese, 471, 490 ❚❚ FAST 46 136 Kasha, about, 370, 375 Leavening agents, 20, 168 Indian Spiced Chicken and Kasha and Bow-Tie Pilaf, 344, Leeks, selection, preparation ❚❚ LOW-FAT Chutney 329 344 and cooking of, 484 Indirect-heat grilling, 262 Kentucky Pecan Pie, 137 Legumes. See also specific Individual Meat Loaves, 294 Key Lime legumes Ingredients glossary, 17–25 about, 476 cooking tips, 346 Ingredients pantry, fix-it-fast, Curd, 421 soaking methods, 346 518 Pie, 134, 135 timetable for cooking, 376 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Irish Cream Pie, 138 Key West Fruit Salad types of, 347, 371–372 Italian 469 -Lentil Soup, Kielbasa and Bean Soup, Easy, Aioli, Cold Antipasti Platter ❚❚ LOW-FAT 179 164 with, 55 Chopped Salad, 381, 381 Kielbasa, Eggs with ❚❚ FAST 249 Aioli, Grilled Antipasti Frittata, Savory ❚❚ LOW-FAT 225 Kiwi, 475, 477 Platter with, 55 Mixed Grill, 269 Knives, 7, 8 Bars, 174 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 558

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Lemon (continued) Limeade, 63 Maple Bars, -Coconut, 174 Limeade Sorbet, 214 -Cinnamon Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting, 116 Limequat, 476 Spread ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 Chicken, with Grilled Fennel Linguine -Mustard Sauce, Asparagus and Onions, 266–267 Clams and Sausage, Spanish, with ❚❚ FAST 453, 453 Chiffon Cake, 113 359 -Nut Buttercream Frosting, -, 105 Gorgonzola, with Toasted 116 Curd ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 421, 421 Walnuts, 364 -Pecan Chicken ❚❚ FAST 519 Dressing, 379 with Red Clam Sauce Maple syrup, 20 Filling ❚❚ LOW-FAT 120 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 361, 361 , 105 -Garlic Marinade, 293 Liquids, in baking, 81, 168 Margarine Glaze, 118 Liver and Onions, 305 forms of, 18, 19 -Herb Basting Sauce, 280 Lo bok, 471, 490 to soften, 40, 167, 167–168 Herbed Oil, 269 Lobster(s). See also Shellfish storage of, 43 -Herb Marinade, 415 Boiled ❚❚ LOW-FAT 258 Margaritas, Frozen Raspberry, juice yield, 398 Newburg ❚❚ LOW-FAT 258 63 Meringue Pie, 134 to remove meat, 258 Margaritas, Frozen Strawberry Meyer, about, 476 selecting, 250 ❚❚ FAST 63 Millet Pilaf ❚❚ LOW-FAT 344 Loganberry Pie, 140 Marinade(s) -Pepper Butter ❚❚ FAST 419 Longbean, 471, 490 Cajun, 318 -Pepper Pasta and Asparagus, Loquat, 477–478 Fajita, 416 503 Lotus root, 471, 490 Garlic, 415 , -Poppy Seed, 107 Luncheon meats Honey-Mustard, 274 -Rosemary Marinade, 279 safety of, 31 Lemon-Garlic, 293 Sangria ❚❚ FAST 72 storage of, 44, 286 Lemon-Herb, 415 Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 216 Luscious Chocolate Truffles, Rosemary-Lemon, 279 Shrimp, Spicy, with Basil 190, 190 safety tip, 31, 262 Mayonnaise ❚❚ FAST 53 Lychee, 478, 489 storage of, 415 -Strawberry Punch ❚❚ FAST Teriyaki ❚❚ LOW-FAT 414 63, 63 M Yogurt, Spicy, 329 Tea Cakes, 182 Macadamia-White Chocolate Marinara Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 404 Thumbprint Cookies, Chunk Cookies, 176 Marinated Ratatouille Heroes, -Almond, 182, 183 Macaroni and Cheese, 150 515 Vinaigrette, 392 Macaroni-Tuna Salad, 396, Mashed Potatoes, 464 Vinegar, 421 396 Mashed Sweet Potatoes, 465 Lemonade ❚❚ FAST 63 Make-Ahead Potato Roll Mayonnaise. See also Aioli Lemonade Sorbet ❚❚ LOW-FAT 214, Dough, 94 about, 20 214 Make-Ahead Whole Wheat- Basil, Spicy Lemon Shrimp Lemongrass, 471, 490 Potato Roll Dough, 94 with ❚❚ FAST 53 Lentil-Chicken Soup, Italian Malts, Chocolate, 69 Herb, Cold Poached Salmon ❚❚ LOW-FAT 163 Mandarin Salad, 381 with, 248 Lentils and Brown Rice Mango storage of, 43 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 508 about, 478, 489 Meal planning, 38–39 Lima beans, 481 to cut, 9 20-minute tips, 517 Lime -Peach Salsa, Planked Salmon Measures, equivalent, 539 key, about, 476 with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 277 metric conversion, 540 Key Lime Curd, 421 Manhattan Clam Chowder Measuring tools, 5, 5 Key Lime Pie, 134, 135 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 443 Meat. See also specific meats -Tomato Dressing, Gazpacho Manicotti, 145, 145 in balanced diet, 35 Pasta Salad with, 503, 503 Manzano banana, 475, 489 broiling timetable, 310 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 559

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for a crowd, 39 Mexican Mixed Roasted Vegetables and fix-it-fast pantry, 518 Corn Bread, Cheesy, 80 Pasta, 151, 151 grilling timetable, 283 Layered Snack Platter ❚❚ FAST Mixing label, 285 46 cakes, 109, 111 marbling, 291 Meat Loaf, 294 cookies and bars, 185 raw, to cut, 288 Scrambled Eggs, 221 equipment and tools, 6, 7 roasting timetable, 307–308 Mexi Shells ❚❚ LOW-FAT 358, quick breads, 65 safe handling of, 28, 30, 358–359 terms, 6 31–32, 262, 287 Microwave Mocha selecting, 285 Apples, Baked, 197 Cookies, 186 servings per pound, 285 basics of, 24 French Silk Pie, 137 in slow cooker, 153 bread dough, to rise in, 89 Frosting, 115 storage of, 33, 34, 43–44, butter and margarine, to Hazelnut Latte Bark, 194 285, 286, 517 soften in, 40, 167, Molasses stove-top cooking timetable, 167–168 about, 22 309 fish timetable, 242 Cookies, Soft, 179 Meatballs, 295 at high altitudes, 25 Cookies, Soft, with Vanilla to freeze, 517 nuts and coconut, to toast in, Frosting, 179, 179 Mini, 294, 295 215 -Mustard Sauce, 303 Skillet, 295 Peanut Brittle, 191 Mollusks, defined, 249 Spaghetti and, 357 power levels and times, 40–41 Molten Chocolate Cakes, 104, Turkey or Chicken, 295 shellfish timetable, 252 104 “Meatballs,” Veggie and Bean, vegetable cooking directions, Morel mushroom, 21, 472, 491 504 480–488 Mornay Sauce ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Meat Loaf, 294 Middle East(ern) 409 Individual Meat Loaves, 294 Pita Pizzas ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Moroccan Spiced Chicken Mexican, 294 538, 538 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 329 Meat Lover’s Pizza, 446 Pita Pizzas, Chicken ❚❚ FAST Mostaccioli with Sun-Dried Meat thermometer, 32 538 Tomato Pesto ❚❚ FAST Mediterranean Vegetable Tacos, 506, 506 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 537 Chicken Packets, 267, 267 Milk Mousse, Chocolate, 230–231 Chicken with Rosemary Orzo in balanced diet, 35 Brownie Dessert, 201 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 357 forms of, 20 Mozzarella Couscous and Beans ❚❚ FAST safety of, 31 Antipasti Platter, Grilled, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 368 storage of, 44 with Lemon Aioli, 55 Salad ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 515 Milk Chocolate Glaze, 118 Barbecue Beef Casserole, Melon Milk Shake Cheesy, 147 horned, 477, 489 Berry, 62 Burritos, South-of-the-Border pepino, 478, 489 Chocolate ❚❚ FAST 62 ❚❚ FAST 505 Meringue(s) Millet, 371, 375 Calzone, 448, 448 Individual, 213 Pilaf, Lemon ❚❚ LOW-FAT 344 Crostini, 56 Lemon Meringue Pie, 134 Minerals, 35 fresh, about, 446 for Pie, 9-Inch ❚❚ LOW-FAT 212 Mini-chopper, 7 Fresh, and Tomato Pizza, Shell ❚❚ LOW-FAT 212, 213 Mini Jeweled Fruitcake Loaves, 447, 447–448 soft and hard, 211 110 Lasagna, Italian Sausage, 142 to spread over pie, 212 Mini Meatballs, 294, 295 Lasagna, Seafood, Creamy, 144 tips for, 211 Mint Chocolate Glaze, 118 Lasagna, Vegetable, Chunky, Metric conversion chart, Mixed-Berry Crumble Tart, 498 540 132, 133 Manicotti, 145, 145 Mexicali Round Steak, 160 Mixed Grill, Italian, 269 and Pesto Strata, 513, 513 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 560

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Mozzarella (continued) -Maple Sauce, Asparagus Nut(s). See also specific nuts Pizza Casserole, Cheesy, 146 with, ❚❚ FAST 453, 453 in balanced diet, 35 Pizza, Stuffed-Crust, Deluxe, -Molasses Sauce, 303 Bars, Salted, 171 510, 510–511 varieties of, 21 bread, mini, guidelines for, 69 Shredded, and Tomato Pizza, MyPyramid, 35 Caramel Corn, Nutty Oven, 58 448 -Cherry Frosting, 117 Muffins N Cinnamon-Sugared, 56 Apple-Cinnamon, 67 Nachos ❚❚ FAST 57 -Maple Buttercream Frosting, Banana, 67 Chicken, 57 116 Blueberry, 67 Skillet, 514 Pork Medallions, -Crusted Blueberry, Streusel-Topped, 67 New England Boiled Dinner, ❚❚ FAST 530 Bran, 66 289 Southwestern Spiced Party Chocolate Chip, 67 New England Clam Chowder ❚❚ FAST 57, 57 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Corn, 79 443 storage of, 168 Cranberry-Orange, 67, 68 New-Style Pork Chops, 302, to toast, 41, 215 Date-Bran, 66 302–303 Nut oils, 397 to microwave, 41 New York Cheesecake, 202, Nutrients, 35 pans, 11, 11 202–203 Nutrition glossary, 37 problems and cures, 66, 67 Chocolate Chip, 203 Nutrition guidelines, 539 specialty, converting recipe Noodle(s) Nutty Oven Caramel Corn, 58 for, 65 Asian, 353, 372–373 Mushroom(s) and Beef, Stir-Fried O ❚❚ LOW-FAT 358 Noodles, Teriyaki ❚❚ LOW-FAT Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies, 177 500 Noodle Bowl, 365, 365 Oats, 5, 167 Pilaf, 339 and Cabbage Stir-Fry, Spicy Oil(s) ❚❚ LOW-FAT 368 Pizza Pie, Easy, 237 for deep-frying, 319 Chicken Soup ❚❚ LOW-FAT 436 Portabella Salad, Broiled Herbed Lemon, 269 Chipotle-Peanut Bowls, ❚❚ FAST 516, 516 for salad dressing, 397 Spicy, 501, 501 Portabella Sandwiches, varieties of, 18–19, 167 Egg, 356 Grilled ❚❚ FAST 280, 280 Okra, selection, preparation Orange Teriyaki Beef with Sautéed, 459 and cooking of, 484 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 526, 526 Sautéed, Whole, 459 Old-Fashioned Baked Beans, Pad Thai with Chicken, 363 selection, preparation and 347 Pad Thai with Shrimp, 362, 484 cooking of, 363 Olive(s) Shiitake, Green Beans with, Ramen -Citrus Butter, Grilled Sea 455 Beef and Vegetables, 534 Bass with, 278 Soup, Cream of, 442 Chicken Salad, Crunchy Deviled Eggs with, 228, 228 varieties of, 20–21, 472–473, Oriental ❚❚ FAST 393, 393 Sautéed, 55 491 Shrimp and Vegetables -Walnut Cream Cheese ❚❚ FAST Wild, Fettuccine with, 364 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 534, 534 Spread 419, 419 Mussels. See also Shellfish Rice, with Peanut Sauce, 500 Olive oil, 18–19 to remove beards, 257 Sesame, Kung Pao Pork Over, Omelet selecting, 249 359 Cheese, 223 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Steamed 256–257 Sesame, Salad ❚❚ LOW-FAT 367, Denver, 223 ❚❚ FAST storage of, 250 367 French 223, 223 Mustard Spaetzle, 356 Ham and Cheese, 223 -Honey Chicken, 323 Teriyaki ❚❚ LOW-FAT 500 Puffy, 224 Honey-Dijon Dressing ❚❚ FAST Teriyaki, Tofu, 500 Salmon and Cream Cheese, 399, 400 Northern Italian White Bean 224 -Honey Marinade, 274 Salad, 388, 388 One-Crust Pie, 124 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 561

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Onion(s) Original Chex Party Mix, 58 to grease and flour, 13, 169 Bread, 98 Oro blanco, 476 to line with foil, 171 Caesar Burgers, -Topped, Orzo, Rosemary, Mediter- pie, 11, 121 272, 272 ranean Chicken with for quick breads, 65 Caramelized ❚❚ LOW-FAT 459, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 357 types of, 10–11, 11 459 Osso Buco, 298, 298 for yeast breads, 81 and Cheese Pie, 238, 238 Oven Caramel Corn, 58 Pantry, fix-it-fast, 518 and Fennel, Grilled, Lemon Oven French Toast, 79 Panzanella, 382, 382 Chicken with, 266–267 Oven-Fried Chicken, 322 Papaya, 478, 489 Flowers, Tangy ❚❚ LOW-FAT 282 Oven-Fried Fish, 269, 269 Parmesan Focaccia, Caramelized, 90 Oven-Fried Potato Wedges Bass with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 246 Liver and, 305 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 462–463 Butter, Italian ❚❚ FAST 419 selection, preparation and Oven Hash, 293 Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, cooking of, 485 Oyster(s). See also Shellfish 401 Smothered, Patty Melts with, Deep-Fried, 253 , 297 272 selecting, 249 Eggplant Parmigiana, 513 Soup, French, 438 Steamed, 257 Fettuccine Alfredo, 363 Soup, Golden, 438 Stew ❚❚ FAST 433 -Pesto Grilled Cheese, 450 varieties of, 473, 492 storage of, 250 Veal Parmigiana, 297 Oolong tea, 60 Stuffing, 318 Parsley Orange Oyster mushroom, 21, 472, Chimichurri Sauce, 412, 412 -Almond Trout, 244 491 Tabbouleh, 390 blood, 476, 489 Oyster plant, 473, 490 Parsley root, 473, 490 -Brown Sugar Glaze, Ham Parsnips, selection, preparation with, 300 P and cooking of, 485 Butter ❚❚ FAST 419 Padi Straw mushrooms, 472 Pasilla chilies, 16, 17 Buttercream Frosting, 116 Pad Thai with Chicken, 362 Passion fruit, 478, 489 Chiffon Cake, 113 Pad Thai with Shrimp, 362, 363 Pasta. See also Fettuccine; -Cranberry Mold, Easy Paella, Picadillo Chicken, 141 Lasagna; Linguine; ❚❚ LOW-FAT 390 Paintbrush Sugar Cookies, 185 Noodle(s); Penne; -Cranberry Muffins, 67, 68 Pancake(s), 76–77 Spaghetti -Cranberry Relish ❚❚ LOW-FAT Apple Oven, 77 and Asparagus, Lemon- 418 Berry, 77 Pepper, 503 Glaze, 118 Buttermilk, 77 in balanced diet, 35 Mandarin Salad, 381 Crepes, 78 Barbecue Beef Casserole, Pheasants, -Roasted, 332, 332 Double Oven, 77 Cheesy, 147 Sangria ❚❚ FAST 72 Potato, 463 and Bean Skillet ❚❚ LOW-FAT 502 Sauce, Duckling with, 332–333 Puffy Oven, 77, 77 bowls, to prewarm, 365 Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 216 tips, 76 Bow-Tie, with Beef and Smoothie ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 to turn, 76 Tomatoes ❚❚ FAST 526 Sweet Potatoes, 465 Panfried Fish ❚❚ LOW-FAT 244–245 Bow-Tie and Kasha Pilaf, Teriyaki Beef with Noodles Pan Gravy ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 344, 344 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 526, 526 410–411 Chili Beef ’n ❚❚ FAST 527, 527 Tuna, and Dill Pan-Seared Panna Cotta, 208, 208 to cook, 351 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 Pans Herb, 355 Organic foods, 21 for cake, 11, 99 homemade, to cut, 355 Oriental Chicken Salad, for candy, 187 Homemade ❚❚ LOW-FAT 355 Crunchy ❚❚ FAST 393, 393 for cookies and bars, 11, Macaroni and Cheese, 150 Oriental Dressing ❚❚ FAST 168–169 Macaroni-Tuna Salad, 396, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 400 disposable, 146 396 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 562

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Pasta (continued) Oil, Press-in-the-Pan ❚❚ FAST Peanut Sauce ❚❚ FAST 405, 405 Manicotti, 145, 145 127 Chicken in, Spicy, 159, 159 Mostaccioli with Sun-Dried for Pies and Tarts, 121, 123 Chicken Satay with, 52 Tomato Pesto ❚❚ FAST problems and cures, 121, 130 Rice Noodles with, 500 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 537 Puff, Brie in, with Cranberry Yogurt-, Tempeh Stir-Fry Orzo, Rosemary, Sauce, 49–50 with, 509 Mediterranean Chicken to roll out, 125, 137 Pear-Apple Salad, 469, 469 with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 357 Tart, Press-in-the-Pan ❚❚ FAST Pear, Asian, 475, 489 Pepper, Three- ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 128 Pecan 536 Tart Shells, Baked, 123 -Apple Bread, 86 Pizza Casserole, Cheesy, 146 Pastry blender, 6, 72 Butter ❚❚ FAST 419 Primavera, 366 Pastry cloth, 137 -Coconut Filling and with Prosciutto and Asiago Patty Melts with Smothered Topping, 119 Cheese ❚❚ FAST 531 Onions, 272 Fish Fillets, -Crusted, 243 Ravioli and Vegetables with Pea(s) -Maple Chicken ❚❚ FAST 519 Pesto Cream ❚❚ FAST 369, Pod and Shrimp Casserole, Pie, 137 369 149, 149 Pie, Kentucky, 137 to reheat, 352 and Prosciutto, Fresh, 460 Pralines, 192 Salad, Gazpacho, with Risotto, Classic, with, 340 Shortbread Cookies, 183 Tomato Lime Dressing, selection, preparation and Penne 503, 503 cooking of, 485–486 Chicken-Thyme, 391, 391 Salad, Primavera, 392 Split Pea Soup ❚❚ LOW-FAT 445 Tomato, Fresh, and Garlic -Salmon Casserole, 150 Split Pea, Spicy, 350 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 367 Shells, Mexi ❚❚ LOW-FAT 358, Peach with Vegetables in Tomato- 358–359 -Blueberry Pie, 140 Basil Sauce ❚❚ FAST Shrimp and Pea Pod -Chipotle Glaze, 270, 271 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 535 Casserole, 149, 149 Cobbler, Fresh, 198, 198 Penuche, 189 storage of, 351 Donut, 477 Pepino melon, 478, 489 Straw and Hay, 360 Ice Cream, Fresh, 213 Pepper(s). See Bell Pepper(s); timetable for cooking, 376 -Mango Salsa, Planked Chilies Tortellini, Chicken, Santa Fe, Salmon with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 277 Peppermint 140–141 Pie, 131 Bark, 194 Toss, Countryside ❚❚ FAST Pie, Quick, 131 Frosting, 117 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 532 and Plum Salad ❚❚ FAST 469 Tea Cakes, 182 -Tuna Casserole, 150 Salsa, Fresh, Cornmeal Pepper Steak, 292 with Turkey and Asian Chicken with, 328, 328 Pequin chilies, 17 Vegetables ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Peanut(s) Persimmon, varieties of, 478 520 Brittle, 191, 191 Pesto types of, 353–354, 372–374 Clusters, 193 about, 21 and Vegetables, Mixed storage of, 168 Basil ❚❚ FAST 405 Roasted, 151, 151 Peanut Butter. See also Peanut Biscuits, 73 with vegetables, time-saving Sauce Chicken Packets, 268 tip, 521 Buttercream Frosting, 116 Cilantro, 405 Vermicelli with Fresh Herbs Cake, 106, 106 Cream, Ravioli and ❚❚ FAST 366 Chip Cookies, Rich, 180 Vegetables with ❚❚ FAST yields, 352 Chipotle-Peanut Noodle 369, 369 Pastry. See also Pie Crust; Bowls, Spicy, 501, 501 and Mozzarella Strata, 513, Pizza Crust -Chocolate Brownies, 172 513 Apple Dumplings, 196, Cookies, 180 -Parmesan Grilled Cheese, 450 197 -Honey Cream Cheese Spinach, Winter, 405 Buttermilk, Easy ❚❚ FAST 127 Spread ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 Sun-Dried Tomato, 405 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 563

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Sun-Dried Tomato, Onion and Cheese, 238, 238 Ham and Swiss, 237, 237 Mostaccioli with ❚❚ FAST Quiche Lorraine, 234 Meat Lover’s, 446 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 537 Quiche, Seafood, 234 Mozzarella, Fresh, and Pheasants, Orange-Roasted, Sausage, Corn Bread–Topped, Tomato ❚❚ LOW-FAT 447, 332, 332 148, 148–149 447–448 Pheasants, roasting timetable Spaghetti, 146 Mozzarella, Shredded, and for, 335 Tuna Pot Pie, 331 Tomato, 448 Phyllo, 21 Pie Crust. See also Pastry Mushroom, Easy, 237 Apple Dumplings, 197 browning, to prevent, 121, 122 Pita Pizzas, Chicken, Middle Picadillo Chicken Paella, 141 Butter, 123 Eastern, 538 Pickles, Easy Refrigerator Cookie Crumb, 128 Pita Pizzas, Middle Eastern ❚❚ LOW-FAT 417 edges, 126 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 538, 538 Bell Pepper-Garlic, 417 to freeze dough, 124 Pizza ❚❚ LOW-FAT 446 Picnics, food safety in, 32 to freeze and thaw, 122 Ranchero Beef ❚❚ FAST 528 Pie(s). See also Cream Pie(s); Graham Cracker ❚❚ FAST 128 Stuffed-Crust, Deluxe, 510, Pie Crust; Tart(s); Lattice Pie Top, 126, 126 510–511 Whipped Cream Pie(s) to make, 125 Pizza Burgers ❚❚ FAST 528 Apple, 129 One-Crust Pie, 123, 124 Pizza Casserole, Cheesy, 146 Apple, French, 129 Pastry for, 123 Pizza Crust, 446 Apricot, 131 to prick, 122 Italian-Style Dough, 447–448 Berry, 130 top, gourmet touches, 138 Thick, 446 Blueberry, 130 Two-Crust Pie, 123, 124 Thin, 446 Blueberry-Peach, 130 Pie pans, 11, 121 Pizza Dip, 50, 51 Blueberry, Quick, 130 Pilaf Pizza Soup ❚❚ LOW-FAT 514 Cherry, 131, 131 Bulgur, 344 Planked Salmon with Peach- Cherry, Quick, 131 Kasha and Bow-Tie, 344, 344 Mango Salsa ❚❚ LOW-FAT , 188, 188 Millet, Lemon ❚❚ LOW-FAT 344 277 Custard, 136 Rice, 339 Plantain, 475, 489 to freeze, 33–34, 122 Curry, 339 Plate painting designs, 195 Key Lime, 134, 135 Mushroom, 339 Plum and Peach Salad ❚❚ FAST Lemon Meringue, 134 Pineapple 469 meringue, to spread over, 212 baby, 475 Poblano chilies, 16, 17 Meringue for 9-Inch Pie -, 109 Polenta ❚❚ LOW-FAT 342 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 212 Glaze, 300 Polenta, Fried, 342 Peach, 131 to peel and cut, 9 Pomegranate, 478 Peach, Quick, 131 Stuffing Supreme, Fruited, Popcorn ❚❚ FAST 58 Pecan, 137 298–299 Caramel Corn, Nutty Oven, 58 Pecan, Kentucky, 137 Sweet-and Sour Sauce ❚❚ FAST Caramel Corn, Oven, 58 Pumpkin, 135 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 411 Popovers ❚❚ LOW-FAT 76 Impossibly Easy, 136 Sweet Potatoes, 465 Poppy Seed Dressing, Creamy, Praline, 135 Upside-Down Cake, 199 269 Rhubarb, 132 Pine nuts, 21 Poppy Seed-Lemon Pound Rhubarb, Quick, 132 Pita Pizzas, Chicken, Middle Cake, 107 Strawberry-Rhubarb, 132 Eastern ❚❚ FAST 538, 538 Porcini mushrooms, 21, 472 Pie(s), Savory. See also Pie Pita Pizzas, Middle Eastern Pork. See also Bacon; Ham; Crust; Pizza; Pizza Crust ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 538, 538 Ribs Cheeseburger, Impossibly Pizza broiling timetable, 310 Easy, 295, 295 Calzone, 448, 448 Chop(s) Chicken Pot Pie, 330–331, 331 Cheese, 446 Breaded ❚❚ FAST 530, 530 Chicken Stroganoff Pot Pie, Cheese, Double-, Spinach Corn Bread– and Bacon- 161 and Chicken ❚❚ FAST 523 Stuffed, 302 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 564

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Pork (continued) Chowder, Turkey, Double- Pot Pie New-Style, 302, 302–303 Corn and, 165 Chicken, 330–331, 331 pocket in, 302 to cut into wedges, 463 Chicken Stroganoff, 161 Smoked Brown Sugar- Fried, 462 Tuna, 331 Brined ❚❚ LOW-FAT 274–275 au Gratin, 461, 461 Pot Roast, 288 Supper, 161 Hash Barbecue, 288 Crown Roast with Fruited Hamburger, Cheesy ❚❚ FAST Cream Gravy, 288 Stuffing Supreme, 527 Garlic-Herb, 288 298–299, 299 Oven, 293 Porketta, 157 cuts of, 313 Roast Beef, Slow Cooker Poultry. See also Chicken; Fried Rice, 341 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 160 Turkey; Game Fowl grilling timetable, 284 Skillet, 293 in balanced diet, 35 Kung Pao, Over Sesame Hash Brown, 463 broiling timetable, 336 Noodles, 359 Hash Brown, and Egg Bake, for a crowd, 39 Medallions, Nut-Crusted 235 fix-it-fast pantry, 518 ❚❚ FAST 530 Mashed, 298, 464 food thermometer, 32 Pizza ❚❚ LOW-FAT 446 Buttermilk, 464 fresh, selecting, 315 Pot Roast, Porketta, 157 with electric mixer, 464 grilling timetable, 318 Pulled Jerk Pork Sandwiches, Garlic, 464 to roast, 334 157 Horseradish, 464 roasting timetable, 335 roasting timetable, 308 Oven-Browned, Beef Rib safe handling of, 28, 30, 31, Sandwiches, Cuban ❚❚ FAST Roast with, 287 262 451, 451 Oven-Fried Wedges ❚❚ LOW-FAT in slow cooker, 153 Sesame, with Garlic Cream 462–463 storage of, 33, 44, 315, 517 Sauce ❚❚ FAST 531 Pancakes, 463 to stuff, 334 storage of, 286 Pork Chop Supper, 161 thawing time, 334 stove-top cooking timetable, Roasted Rosemary-Onion, 462 yields (cooked), 336 309 Salad Pound Cake, 107 Tenderloin, Caribbean Creamy, 384 to cut, 105 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 274, 274 German, Hot ❚❚ LOW-FAT 385 Lemon-Poppyseed, 119 Tenderloin, Herb-Crusted potatoes for, 385 Powdered sugar, 22 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 301, 301 Scalloped, 461 Praline Pumpkin Pie, 135 Porketta Pot Roast, 157 Scalloped, Ham and, 304 Pralines, 211 Portabella mushroom, 22, 473, to scoop from shells, 460 Press-in-the-Pan Oil Pastry 491 selection, preparation and ❚❚ FAST 127 Portabella Mushroom Sand- cooking of, 486–487 Press-in-the-Pan Tart Pastry wiches, Grilled ❚❚ FAST Skins, Cheesy, 54 ❚❚ FAST 128 280, 280 Smoky Cheddar, 281 Prickly pear, 476, 489 Potato(es) Twice-Baked, 460 Primavera Pasta Salad, 392 Bacon and Egg Scramble Bacon and Pepper, 460 Prosciutto, Fresh Peas and, 460 ❚❚ FAST 222 Cheese, 512 Prosciutto, Pasta with Asiago Breakfast Bake, Impossibly varieties of, 473, 493 Cheese and ❚❚ FAST 531 Easy, 236 Potato Roll Dough Protein, 35 Casserole Supreme, 464–465 Brown-and-Serve Rolls, 94 Pudding. See also Custard Chicken, Potato Chip, Quick Cocktail Buns, 94 Bread, Apple, Bacon and ’n Crunchy ❚❚ FAST 519, 520 Crescent Rolls, 94 Cheddar, 236, 236 Chicken and, Zesty Roasted, Four-Leaf Clovers, 94 Bread, with Whiskey Sauce, 326, 327 Make-Ahead, 94 204, 204 Chowder, Double-Corn and Whole-Wheat Make-Ahead, Butterscotch, 210 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 165 94 Chocolate, 210 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/17/08 3:05 PM Page 565

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Chocolate Mousse, 210 Rambutan, 479 Sauce, Strawberry-, 470 Rice ❚❚ LOW-FAT 209 Ramen (Noodle) , 108, 108–109 Vanilla, 210 Beef and Vegetables, 534 -Strawberry Pie, 132 Yorkshire, Beef Rib Salad, Crunchy Rib Roast, Beef, with Oven- with, 287, 287 Oriental ❚❚ FAST 393, 393 Browned Potatoes, 287 Puff Pastry Shrimp and Vegetables ❚❚ FAST Rib Roast, Beef, with Yorkshire about, 21 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 534, 534 Pudding, 287, 287 Brie in, with Cranberry Ranch Dressing, Buttermilk, Ribs, Pork Sauce, 49–50 400, 401 Caribbean Spiced, 158 Puffy Omelet, 224 Parmesan, 401 Country-Style, 303 Puffy Oven Pancake, 77, 77 Ranchero Beef Pizza ❚❚ FAST 528 Country-Style, with Hoisin Pulled Jerk Pork Sandwiches, Raspberry Glaze, 276 157 Butter ❚❚ FAST 419 Loin Back, 303 Pummelo, 476–477 Filling ❚❚ LOW-FAT 120 Saucy, 303 Pumpkin Jam, Freezer ❚❚ LOW-FAT 420 with Smoky Barbecue Sauce, Bars, -Spice, 174–175 Margaritas, Frozen, 72 275 Bread, 70 Pie, 130 Spareribs, 303 Pie, 135 Sauce ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 216 Rice. See also Wild Rice Pie, Impossibly Easy, 136 Vinaigrette ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT in balanced diet, 35 Pie, Praline, 135 400, 400 -Broccoli Bake, Cheesy, 341 Punch -White Chocolate Scones, 75 Brown, and Lentils ❚❚ LOW-FAT Colada Cooler ❚❚ FAST 63 Ratatouille, Marinated, 508 Floating Island, 64 Heroes, 515 -Chicken Skillet ❚❚ FAST 522, 522 Lemon-Strawberry ❚❚ FAST Ravioli and Vegetables with Chicken Soup, 436 64, 64 Pesto Cream ❚❚ FAST to cook, 337 369, 369 cooking liquids, 339 Q Red Beans and Rice, 349 Fried, Pork, 341 Quesadillas ❚❚ FAST 54–55 Red Cabbage, Sweet-Sour Fried, Shrimp, 341 Corn and Crab, 535, 535 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 456–457 Jambalaya, Quick, 433 Quiche Lorraine, 234 Red Clam Sauce, Linguine Paella, Picadillo Chicken, 141 Quiche, Seafood, 234 with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 361, 361 Pilaf, 339 Quick Blueberry Pie, 130, 140 Red and Green Candy Bark, 194 Curry, 339 Quick Bread(s). See Bread(s), Reduction sauce, 403 Mushroom, 339 Quick Refrigerated desserts. See Ice problems and cures, 337 Quick Cherry Pie, 131 Cream; Sorbet Pudding ❚❚ LOW-FAT 209 Quick Chicken Soup, 436 Refrigeration Red Beans and, 349 Quick ’n Crunchy Potato Chip of cold food, 29–30 Risotto, Classic, 340, 340 ❚❚ FAST 519, 520 safety tips, 33–34 with Peas, 340 Quick Peach Pie, 131 storage times, 43–44 Shrimp Creole ❚❚ LOW-FAT 280, Quick Rhubarb Pie, 132 Refrigerator Cookies, Brown 280 Quince, 479 Sugar ❚❚ LOW-FAT 181 Spanish ❚❚ LOW-FAT 339 Quinoa, 371, 375 Relish, Corn ❚❚ LOW-FAT 417, 417 Spanish, with Bacon, 339 Primavera, Creamy, 345, 345 Relish, Cranberry-Orange timetable for cooking, 375 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 418 -Turkey Dinner, Italian, 155 R Reuben Sandwiches, 449, 449 types of, 338, 370 Rachel Sandwiches, 449 Rhubarb Rice Noodles with Peanut Radish, Chinese, 471, 490 Crisp, 196 Sauce, 500 Raisin-Oatmeal Cookies, 177 Pie, 132 Rich Egg Bread ❚❚ LOW-FAT 88 Raisin-Walnut-Cinnamon Pie, Quick, 132 Rich Peanut Butter Chip Wheat Bread, 86, 86 Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 470 Cookies, 180 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 566

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Ricotta. See also Lasagna Rustic Vegetable Baguette Portabella Mushroom, Fettuccine, with Tomato, with Smashed Avocado Broiled ❚❚ FAST 516, 516 Basil and ❚❚ FAST 499 ❚❚ FAST 537 Potato Potatoes, Twice-Baked Rutabaga, selection, prepara- Creamy, 384 Cheese, 512 tion and cooking of, 487 German, Hot ❚❚ LOW-FAT 385 Risotto, Classic, 340, 340 potatoes for, 385 with Peas, 340 S Sesame Noodle ❚❚ LOW-FAT 367, Roasted Beef Tenderloin, 289 Safety. See Food safety 367 Roasted Beet Salad, 382 Salad(s). See also Gelatin Salad(s) Seven-Layer, 383, 383 Roasted Garlic, 56 Apple-Pear, 469, 469 Spinach, Bacon-, 380 Roasted Rosemary-Onion Bean, Three-, 386 Tabbouleh, 390 Potatoes, 462 Bean, White, Northern Tabbouleh, Southwestern, Roasted Vegetables, 465 Italian, 388, 388 390 Roast Turkey, 317 Beet, Roasted, 382 Taco, 394 Rolls Broccoli Sunshine, 384 Wheat Berry, 343 Brown-and-Serve, 94 Caesar ❚❚ FAST 379 Salad Dressing. See also Cinnamon, 96 Chicken, 379 Vinaigrette Cloverleaf, 92, 93 Shrimp, 379 about, 20, 22 Cocktail Buns, 94 Chef’s, Tossed, 395 Blue Cheese, 401 Crescent, 92, 93, 94 Chicken, Crunchy Oriental Buttermilk Ranch, 400, 401 Dinner, 92, 93 ❚❚ FAST 393, 393 Buttermilk Ranch Parmesan, Do-Ahead, 92 Chicken, Grilled Cranberry- 401 Four-Leaf Clovers, 94 Almond, 269 French, Classic ❚❚ FAST 398 to microwave, 41 Chinese Cabbage, with French, Classic Red, 398 Potato Roll Dough, Make- Sesame Dressing ❚❚ FAST Honey-Dijon ❚❚ FAST 399, 400 Ahead, 94 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 386, 386 Italian ❚❚ FAST 398 problems and cures, 83 Chopped, Italian, 381, 381 Italian, Creamy, 398 to shape, 93 Cobb, 392 Lemon, 379 Sticky, Caramel, 95–96, 96 Coleslaw, Creamy, 387 oils and vinegars for, 397 Do-Ahead, 96 Coleslaw, Tropical Creamy, 387 Oriental ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 400 Rosemary Fruit, Key West ❚❚ LOW-FAT 469 Poppy Seed, Creamy, 269, Garlic Bread with, Grilled, Gorgonzola and Toasted 298 282, 282 Walnut ❚❚ FAST 380 Russian, 399 -Lemon Marinade, 279 Greek ❚❚ FAST 379 Sesame, 367 -Onion Potatoes, Roasted, green, about, 377 Sesame, Chinese Cabbage 462 greens for, 42, 378, 402 Salad with ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Orzo, Mediterranean Mandarin, 381 386, 386 Chicken with ❚❚ LOW-FAT Mediterranean ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT storage of, 43 357 515 Sweet-Sour, 381 Round Steak, Mexicali, 160 Niçoise, 395 Thousand Island ❚❚ FAST 399 Rub(s) Panzanella, 382, 382 Tomato Lime, Gazpacho Pasta Barbecue, Basic, 266 Pasta Salad with, 503, 503 Cajun Spice, 318 Gazpacho, with Tomato Walnut, Toasted, 380 Southwestern ❚❚ LOW-FAT 414, Lime Dressing, 503, 503 Salmon 414 Primavera, 392 Burgers with Sour Cream- Rum Balls ❚❚ LOW-FAT 194 Soybean and Cheddar, Dill Sauce, 248, 248 Rum, Hot-Buttered-, Spiced Hearty, 507 Cold Poached, with Herb Cider, 61 Peach and Plum ❚❚ FAST 469 Mayonnaise, 248 Russian Dressing, 399 Penne, Chicken-Thyme, 391, with Honey-Mustard Glaze, Russian Tea Cakes, 182 391 247 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 567

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-Pasta Casserole, 150 Sangria ❚❚ FAST 64 Sour Cream-Dill, Salmon Planked, with Peach-Mango Santa Fe Chicken Tortellini, Burgers with, 248, 248 Salsa ❚❚ LOW-FAT 310 140–141 Stir-Fry, 368 Smoked Brined, 276, 277 Santa’s Bark, 194 Sweet-and-Sour ❚❚ FAST Smoked, Cheesecake, 49 Sapote, 479 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 411 Smoked, and Cream Cheese Saturated fat, 35 Sweet-Savory, 303 Omelet ❚❚ FAST 224 Sauce(s). See also Dessert Tartar, 406 Salsa Sauce(s); Gravy; to thicken, 403 about, 22 Mayonnaise; Pesto; Salsa tips, 403 Black Bean, 416, 417 Apricot, 53 Tomato Fruit, Tropical ❚❚ LOW-FAT 416 Barbecue -Basil, Penne with Peach, Fresh, Cornmeal Smoky, Pork Ribs with, Vegetables in ❚❚ FAST Chicken with, 328, 328 275 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 535 Peach-Mango, Planked Spicy, 303 Fresh ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Salmon with ❚❚ LOW-FAT Zesty, 449 404–405 277 Béarnaise, 410 Italian, 404 Salsa ❚❚ LOW-FAT 416 Beef, Spaghetti and, 357 -Pepper, Sautéed, Snapper Tomato-Avocado, Fiesta Bordelaise ❚❚ LOW-FAT 409 with ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 Chicken Breasts with, Brandy Cream, Chicken in, Velouté, 409 324, 324–325 328 White Clam, Spaghetti with, Salsify, 473, 490 Butter, Herbed ❚❚ FAST 407 361 Salt, in yeast bread, 81 Cheese, 408 White ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 408, Salted Nut Bars, 171 Chimichurri, 412, 412 408 Sandwich(es). See also Burgers Cranberry ❚❚ LOW-FAT 412 Thick, 408 Cheese, Grilled, American, Cranberry, Brie in Puff Pastry Thin, 408 450 with, 49–50 Saucy Ribs, 303 Cheese, Grilled, Pesto- Cranberry-Wine, Venison Sausage Parmesan, 450 with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 306 Bean and Kielbasa Soup, Chicken Fillet, Cheddar, 268 Cucumbers and Tomatoes in Easy, 164 Chicken Salad, 452 Yogurt, 406, 406 Biscuits, 73 Egg Salad, 452 Curry, 408 Breakfast Bake, Impossibly French Dip, 156 Dill, 408 Easy, 236 Garbanzo Bean ❚❚ FAST 505 fix-it-fast pantry, 518 Cassoulet, Speedy ❚❚ FAST Ham Salad, 452 Garlic Cream, Sesame Pork ❚❚ LOW-FAT 529 Heroes, Ratatouille, with ❚❚ FAST 531 Eggs with Kielbasa ❚❚ FAST 249 Marinated, 515 Hollandaise ❚❚ FAST 410, 410 Jambalaya, Quick, 433 Pork, Cuban ❚❚ FAST 451, 451 Horseradish, Whipped ❚❚ FAST Lasagna, Italian Sausage, 142 Portabella Mushroom, Grilled ❚❚ LOW-FAT 407 Lasagna, Italian Sausage, ❚❚ FAST 280, 280 Lemon-Herb Basting, 280 Easy, 142 Pulled Jerk Pork, 157 Maple-Mustard, Asparagus Linguine and Clams, Spanish, Rachel, 449 with ❚❚ FAST 453, 453 359 Reuben, 449, 449 Marinara ❚❚ LOW-FAT 404 Mixed Grill, Italian, 269 Roast Beef, Barbecued, 449 Molasses-Mustard, 303 Pie, Corn Bread-Topped, Sloppy Joes, 448–449 Mornay ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 409 148, 148–149 Tuna Salad, 452 Orange, Duckling with, Pizza, Meat Lover’s, 446 Vegetable Baguette, Rustic, 332–333 Stuffing, 318 with Smashed Avocado Peanut. See Peanut Sauce Stuffing, Fruited, Supreme, ❚❚ FAST 537 Red Clam, Linguine with 298–299 Wraps, Garden Vegetable ❚❚ LOW-FAT 361, 361 Three-Bean Casserole, ❚❚ FAST 452, 452 to reheat, 403 348–349 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 568

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Sautéed Olives, 55 Seven-Layer Salad, 383, 383 Fried Rice, 341 Savory Beef Tenderloin ❚❚ FAST Shallots, 22 Garlic ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 534 524 Shellfish, 252. See also Clam(s); Gumbo ❚❚ LOW-FAT 432 Savory Italian Frittata ❚❚ LOW-FAT Crab(s); Lobster(s); Herbed Seafood, 280 225 Mussels; Oyster(s); Jambalaya, Quick, 433 Savory Oven Beef Ribs, 292, Scallops; Shrimp Kabobs, Grilled, with Fresh 292–293 categories of, 249 Herbs ❚❚ LOW-FAT 279, 279 Scallions, 22 Cioppino, 434 Pad Thai with, 362, 363 Scalloped Corn, 458 for a crowd, 39 and Pea Pod Casserole, 149, Scalloped Ham and Potatoes, doneness, 250 149 304 Herbed Seafood, 280 Scampi ❚❚ LOW-FAT 253 Scalloped Potatoes, 461 imitation products, 249 Seafood Stew, Hearty Scallopini, Veal, 297 Lasagna, Creamy Seafood, ❚❚ LOW-FAT 260 Scallops. See also Shellfish 144 selecting, 249 Coquilles Saint Jacques, 259, microwave timetable, 251 Spicy Lemon, with Basil 259 Quiche, Seafood, 234 Mayonnaise ❚❚ FAST 53 Deep-Fried Sea, 253 safe handling of, 30, 32, 262 and Vegetables, Ramen ❚❚ FAST Herbed Seafood, 280 selecting, 249 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 534, 534 selecting, 249 servings per pound, 277 Silicone bakeware, 11 Scones, 74–75 in slow cooker, adding, 153 Silver White Cake, 105 Chocolate Chip, 75 Stew, Hearty Seafood Skillet Calzone ❚❚ FAST 525, 525 Currant, 75 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 260 Skillet-Fried Chicken, 320 Raspberry-White Chocolate, 75 storage of, 33, 44, 249–250 Skillet Hash, 293 Scrambled Eggs, 221, 221 Shells, Mexi ❚❚ LOW-FAT 358, Skillet Meatballs, 295 Mexican, 221 358–359 Skillet Nachos, 514 Sea Bass, Grilled, with Citrus- Shiitake mushroom, 21, 473, Sloppy Joes, 448–449 Olive Butter, 278 491 Slow cooker Seafood. See Fish; Shellfish Shiitake Mushrooms, Green adding ingredients, 153 Seasoning blends, 425, 428 Beans with, 455 food safety, 29, 153 Seed(s). See also specific seeds Shortbread Cookies, 183 in high altitudes, 154 forms, flavors and uses, 424 Pecan, 183 settings for, 152–153 storage of, 413 Shortcakes, Drop, 199 types and sizes, 152 varieties of, 427 Shortcakes, Strawberry, 199 Slow cooker dishes Seeded Bread, 98 Shortening, 19 Acorn Squash, Glazed, 467 Senate Bean Soup ❚❚ LOW-FAT 445 Shortening cakes, 100 Apple Butter ❚❚ LOW-FAT 421 Serrano chilies, 16, 17 Short Ribs, Beef, 303 Applesauce ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Serving size, 35 Short Ribs Carbonnade, Beef, 468 Sesame (Seed) 293 Beans, Old-Fashioned Baked, Buttered Broccoli ❚❚ FAST 456, Shrimp. See also Shellfish 347 456 Almond-Crusted, 255, 255 Bean, Three-Bean Casserole, Dressing, 367 Boiled ❚❚ LOW-FAT 251 349 Dressing, Chinese Cabbage Caesar Salad, 379 Beef Roast, Herbed ❚❚ LOW-FAT Salad with ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Cioppino, 434 155 386, 386 Coconut, Baked ❚❚ LOW-FAT 53 Beef Stew, 431 Noodle Salad ❚❚ LOW-FAT 367, count per pound, 277 Beef Stroganoff, 291 367 Crab-Stuffed ❚❚ LOW-FAT 254 Burgundy Stew, with Herb Noodles, Kung Pao Pork Creole ❚❚ LOW-FAT 254, 254 Dumplings ❚❚ LOW-FAT Over, 359 Deep-Fried, 253 162–163 Pork with Garlic Cream to devein, 253 Chicken Cacciatore, 326 Sauce ❚❚ FAST 531 Fettuccine, Vegetable, 536, Chicken Chow Mein to toast, 215 536 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 162 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 569

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Chicken in Peanut Sauce, Split Pea ❚❚ LOW-FAT 445 Sole Amandine, 246 Spicy, 159, 159 Vegetable-Beef-Barley Sorbet Chicken, Spanish, 158 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 165 Lemonade ❚❚ LOW-FAT 214, 214 Chicken Stroganoff Pot Pie, Smoked Brined Salmon, 276, Limeade, 214 161 277 storage of, 33, 43 Chili, Family-Favorite, 164 Smoked Brown Sugar-Brined Soufflé, Classic Cheese, 239, Chowder, Turkey, Potato and Pork Chops ❚❚ LOW-FAT 263 Double-Corn, 165 274–275 Soufflé, foil band for, 239 Chutney, Golden Fruit, 418 Smoked Salmon Soup(s). See also Broth; Coq au Vin, 323 Brined, 276, 277 Chowder Corned Beef Brisket, Spiced, Cheesecake, 49 Bean with Horseradish Sour and Cream Cheese Omelet Black, Cuban ❚❚ LOW-FAT Cream, 156 ❚❚ FAST 224 444, 444 Corned Beef and Cabbage, Smokers, types of, 263 and Kielbasa, Easy, 164 289 Smoking Senate ❚❚ LOW-FAT 445 French Dip Sandwiches, 156 in gas and charcoal grills, 264 Southwestern, 445 Hungarian Goulash, 291 safety tips for, 263 Beer-Cheese, 440 Pork Chop Supper, 161 woods for, 264 Black Bean, Cuban ❚❚ LOW-FAT Porketta Pot Roast, 157 Smoky Barbecue Sauce, 275 444, 444 Potato and Double-Corn Smoky Cheddar Potatoes, 281 Borscht, 438–439, 439 Chowder ❚❚ LOW-FAT 165 Smoothie(s) Broccoli, Cream of ❚❚ LOW-FAT Pot Roast, 288 Orange ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 442 Pulled Jerk Pork Sandwiches, Strawberry ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 Cauliflower, Cream of 157 Strawberry-Banana, 63 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 442 Red Beans and Rice, 349 Snack Cake, Chocolate, Chicken. See Chicken Soup Red Cabbage, Sweet-Sour 102–103, 103 Gazpacho ❚❚ LOW-FAT 437 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 457 Snack Cake, Chocolate Chip, Gumbo, Shrimp ❚❚ LOW-FAT 432 Ribs, Caribbean Spiced, 158 103 Mushroom, Cream of, 442 Ribs, Saucy, 303 Snacks Onion, French, 438 Roast Beef Hash ❚❚ LOW-FAT 160 Caramel Corn, Nutty Oven, Onion, Golden, 438 Round Steak, Mexicali, 160 58 Pizza ❚❚ LOW-FAT 514 Swiss Steak ❚❚ LOW-FAT 290 Caramel Corn, Oven, 58 to reheat, 430 Tomato Sauce, Italian, 404 Chex Party Mix, Original, 58 Split Pea ❚❚ LOW-FAT 445 Turkey Breast with Wild Rice to microwave, 41 storage of, 429–430 Stuffing ❚❚ LOW-FAT 154 Nachos ❚❚ FAST 57 to thicken, 439 Turkey-Rice Dinner, Italian, Nachos, Chicken, 57 tips, 429 155 Nuts, Cinnamon-Sugared, Tomato-Basil, 437 Vegetable Stew, Winter 56–57 Vegetable-Beef-Barley ❚❚ LOW-FAT 166, 166 Nuts, Southwestern Spiced ❚❚ LOW-FAT 165 Slow cooker soup(s) Party ❚❚ FAST 57, 57 Vegetable-Beef ❚❚ LOW-FAT 437 Bean and Kielbasa, Easy, 164 Popcorn ❚❚ FAST 58 Wild Rice, 440–441, 441 Bean, Senate ❚❚ LOW-FAT 445 Snapper with Sautéed Tomato- Sour Cream. See also Stroganoff Beef and Broth ❚❚ LOW-FAT 435 Pepper Sauce ❚❚ FAST about, 18 Black Bean, Cuban ❚❚ LOW-FAT ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 Coffee Cake, 71 444 Snickerdoodles, 181 -Dill Sauce, Salmon Burgers Borscht, 439 Snow peas, 485 with, 248, 248 Chicken and Broth, 434 Soft Molasses Cookies, 179 Horseradish, Spiced Corned Chicken-Lentil, Italian with Vanilla Frosting, 179, Beef Brisket with, 156 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 163 179 Pesto Cream, Ravioli and Clam Chowder, Manhattan Soft No-Roll Sugar Cookies, Vegetables with ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 443 183 369, 369 24_568779_bindex_4.qxd 4/16/08 4:17 PM Page 570

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Oyster ❚❚ FAST 433 Corn Bread, 318 Swiss Cheese to reheat, 430 Fruited, Supreme, Pork Fondue, Cheese, 240, 240 Seafood, Hearty ❚❚ LOW-FAT 260 Crown Roast with, and Ham Pizza, 237 storage of, 429–430 298–299 Patty Melts with Smothered tips, 429 Giblet, 318 Onions, 272 Vegetable, Roasted ❚❚ LOW-FAT Oyster, 318 Quiche Lorraine, 234 502–503 poultry, to stuff, 334 Quiche, Seafood, 234 Vegetable, Winter ❚❚ LOW-FAT Sausage, 318 Reuben Sandwiches, 449, 166, 166 tips, 318 449 “Veggie Burger,” Baked turkey, to stuff, 316 Swiss Steak ❚❚ LOW-FAT 290 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 509 Wild Rice, Turkey Breast Syrup, to microwave, 41 Sticky Rolls, Caramel, 95–96, 96 with, Slow Cooker –Do-Ahead, 96 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 154 T Stir-Fry(ied) Sugar. See also Brown Sugar Tabbouleh, 390 Beef and Noodles, Asian, 358 to caramelize, methods of, Southwestern, 390 Noodles and Cabbage, Spicy, 207, 207 Table setting, 36, 36 368 forms of, 22, 168 buffet, 37, 37 ❚❚ FAST Pepper and Soybean 507 to measure, 5 Taco(s). See also Tortilla(s) Sauce, 368 Sugar Cookies ❚❚ LOW-FAT 185 Breakfast ❚❚ FAST 227, 227 Tempeh with Yogurt-Peanut Decorated, 185 Casserole, Fiesta, 147 Sauce, 509 Paintbrush, 185 Fish, Grilled ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Stock. See Broth Soft No-Roll, 183 278 Strata, Ham and Cheddar, 235 Sugar snap peas, 486 Salad, 394 Strata, Mozzarella and Pesto, Sun-Dried Tomato(es) Turkey Soft Tacos ❚❚ FAST 513, 513 about, 22 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 522 Strawberry(ies) Hummus, 46 Vegetable, Middle East, 506, Filling, 120 Pesto, 405 506 Ice Cream, Fresh, 213 Pesto, Mostaccioli with ❚❚ FAST Tagine, Chicken, 325, 325 Jam, Freezer ❚❚ LOW-FAT 420 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 537 Tamarillo, 479, 489 -Lemon Punch ❚❚ FAST 63, 63 Sunflower-Herb Whole Wheat Tamarind, 479, 489 Margarita Cups ❚❚ LOW-FAT 389, 87 477 389 Bread, Tangelo, Super-Easy Fudge ❚❚ LOW-FAT Tangy Onion Flowers ❚❚ LOW-FAT Margaritas, Frozen ❚❚ FAST 72 -Rhubarb Pie, 132 189 282 ❚❚ FAST -Rhubarb Sauce, 470 Sweet-and-Sour Sauce Taro root, 474, 490 ❚❚ Shortcakes, 199 LOW-FAT 411 Tart(s). See also Pie(s) Smoothie ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 Sweetened Whipped Cream, Apple, Country, 129 Smoothie, -Banana, 63 217 Berry Crumble, Mixed-, 132, Trifle, English, 206 Sweeteners, 22, 81, 168 133 Straw and Hay Pasta, 360 artificial, 22 Pastry for, 123, 125 ❚❚ Streusel-Topped Blueberry Sweet Potatoes Pastry, Press-in-the Pan FAST Muffins, 67 Candied, 465 128 Strip Steaks with Chipotle- Mashed, 465 Shells, Baked, 123 Peach Glaze, 270, 271 Orange, 465 Tartar Sauce, 406 Stroganoff Pineapple, 465 T-Bones, Texas ❚❚ FAST 270 Beef, 290 selection, preparation and Tea Chicken Pot Pie, 161 cooking of, 486 to brew, 60 Ground Beef, 291 Sweet-Savory Sauce, 303 Chai ❚❚ FAST 61, 61 Stuffed Peppers, 296 Sweet-Sour Dressing, for a crowd, 39 Stuffing 381 equipment, 60 Apple, Roast Goose with, 333 Sweet-Sour Red Cabbage iced, crystal-clear, to make, 60 Bread, 317–318 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 456–457 varieties of, 59–60 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 572

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Tea Cakes Toffee, 192 Tools. See Equipment and tools Lemon, 182 Bars, 173 Torch, kitchen, 227 Peppermint, 182 Bars, Double-, 173 Tortellini, Chicken, Santa Fe, Russian, 182 Truffles, 190 140–141 Tempeh, 496, 497 Tofu Tortilla(s). See also Taco(s) Stir-Fry with Yogurt-Peanut defined, 22, 495 about, 22–23 Sauce, 509 storage of, 496 Burritos, Beef, 450 Temperature Teriyaki Noodles, 500 Burritos, South-of-the-Border food safety and, 30–31 types of, 495, 496 ❚❚ FAST 505 on food thermometers, 31, and Vegetable Skillet Supper Chicken Breasts, Fiesta, with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 31–32 508, 508 Tomato-Avocado Salsa, freezer, 33 Tomatillos, 22 324, 324–325 refrigeration, 27, 29, 33 Tomato(es). See also Sun-Dried Chicken Roll-Ups, Asian Teriyaki Tomato(es) ❚❚ FAST 524 Beef, Orange, with Noodles Bow-Tie Pasta with Beef and Enchiladas, Beef, 296 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 526, 526 526 Enchiladas, Cheese, 511 Marinade ❚❚ LOW-FAT 414 Cioppino, 434 Fajitas, 271 Noodles ❚❚ LOW-FAT 500 Crostini, 56 to fold for Burrito, 450 Noodles, Tofu, 500 and Cucumber in Yogurt, Huevos Rancheros, 226 406, 406 Texas T-Bones ❚❚ FAST 270 Nachos ❚❚ FAST 57 Fettuccine, with Ricotta, Thai Nachos, Chicken, 57 Basil and ❚❚ FAST 499 Chicken with Basil ❚❚ FAST 520 Nachos, Skillet, 514 Fresh Tomato and Garlic Chicken Wings, Spicy Quesadillas ❚❚ FAST 54–55 Penne ❚❚ LOW-FAT 367 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 52 Quesadillas, Corn and Crab Gazpacho ❚❚ LOW-FAT 437 chilies, 16, 17 ❚❚ FAST 535, 535 Green Beans with Bacon, Thai-Style Coconut Chicken, Shells, 394 Onion and ❚❚ LOW-FAT 454 330, 330 Wraps, Garden Vegetable heirloom, varieties of, Thermometers, food ❚❚ FAST 452, 452 474–475, 491 candy/deep-frying, 31, 32, -Lime Dressing, Gazpacho Tossed Chef’s Salad, 395 187 Trans-fatty acids, 35 Pasta Salad with, 503, 503 facts on, 31 , 107 Marinara Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 404 for smoking, 263 Pizza, and Fresh Mozzarella, Tropical, 107 types of, 31, 32 447, 447–448 Trifle, English, 206 Thick White Sauce, 408 Pizza, and Shredded Triticale, 371 Thin Gravy, 411 Mozzarella, 448 Tropical Bark, 194 Thin White Sauce, 408 Salsa ❚❚ LOW-FAT 416 Tropical Creamy Coleslaw, 387 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Thousand Island Dressing Salsa, -Avocado, Fiesta Tropical Fruit Salsa ❚❚ FAST 399 Chicken Breasts with, 416 Three-Bean Casserole, 348 324, 324–325 Tropical Tres Leches Cake, 107 Beefy Barbecue, 349 Sauce Trout, Orange-Almond, 244 Three-Bean Salad, 386 -Basil, Penne with Truffles, about, 23 ❚❚ FAST Three-Pepper Pasta Vegetables in ❚❚ FAST Truffles (Candy) ❚❚ LOW-FAT 536 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 535 Chocolate, Luscious, 190, Thumbprint Cookies, 182, Fresh ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 190 182–183 404–405 Toffee, 190 Lemon-Almond, 182, 183 Italian, 404 White Chocolate-Chocolate, Tiramisu, 205 -Pepper, Sautéed, Snapper 190 Toasts. See also French with ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 Tuna Toast to seed, 9 Asian, with Wasabi Aioli, Crostini, 56 Soup, -Basil, 437 247, 247 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 573

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-, 396, 396 V fix-it-fast pantry, 518 ❚❚ LOW-FAT Orange and Dill Pan-Seared Vanilla Grilled, Easy ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 533 Buttercream Frosting ❚❚ FAST 280–281, 281 -Pasta Casserole, 150 127 Ham and Cheese Frittata, Pot Pie, 331 Frosting, 179, 179 225, 225 Salad Niçoise, 395 Glaze ❚❚ FAST 118 Lasagna, Chunky, 498 Salad Sandwiches, 452 Ice Cream, 213 microwaved, stand time for, Turkey. See also Poultry Pudding, 210 462 Breast with Wild Rice Veal and Pasta, Mixed Roasted, Stuffing, Slow Cooker broiling timetable, 310 151, 151 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 154 cuts of, 312 with pasta, time-saving tip, broiling timetable, 336 grilling timetable, 284 521 to carve, 316 Liver and Onions, 305 Pasta Primavera, 366 Deep-Fried, Cajun, 318–319 Osso Buco, 298, 298 Pasta Salad, Primavera, 392 ❚❚ FAST deep-frying do’s and don’ts, Parmigiana, 297 Pasta Toss, Countryside ❚❚ LOW-FAT 319 roasting timetable, 308 532 Divan, 331 Scallopini, 297 Penne with, in Tomato-Basil ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT on the Grill, 265, 265 storage of, 286 Sauce 535 grilling timetable, 284 stove-top cooking timetable, for platters, 42 Meatballs, 295 309 preparation and cooking Pasta with Asian Vegetables Vegetable(s). See also specific directions, 480–488 and ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT vegetables Quinoa Primavera, Creamy, 520 Antipasti Platter, Cold, with 345, 345 Patty Melts with Smothered Lemon Aioli, 55 Ravioli and, with Pesto Onions, 272 Antipasti Platter, Grilled, Cream ❚❚ FAST 369, 369 Potato and Double-Corn with Lemon Aioli, 55 Roasted, 465 Chowder, 165 Asian, Pasta with Turkey and selecting, 480–488 ❚❚ FAST Rachel Sandwiches, 449 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 520 and Shrimp, Ramen -Rice Dinner, Italian, 155 Asian, varieties of, 471 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 534, 534 Roast, 317 baby, 471 Shrimp Fettuccine, 536, 536 to roast, 316 Baguette, Rustic, with in slow cooker, adding, 153 ❚❚ LOW-FAT roasting timetable, 335 Smashed Avocado ❚❚ FAST Soup, -Beef-Barley Tacos, Soft ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 537 165 522 in balanced diet, 35 Soup, -Beef ❚❚ LOW-FAT 437 thawing time, 336 -Barley Casserole ❚❚ LOW-FAT Spaghetti, Garden ❚❚ LOW-FAT yields (cooked), 336 510 499, 499 Turkey thermometer, 32 -Barley Sauté ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT specialty/new varieties, Turnips, selection, preparation 343 471–475, 490–494 and cooking of, 488 and Beef, Ramen, 534 Spiced Skillet ❚❚ LOW-FAT 506 Turtle Cheesecake, 201 Broth ❚❚ LOW-FAT 435 Stew, Roasted ❚❚ LOW-FAT Twice-Baked Cheese Potatoes, Burger and Veggie Packets, 502–503 512 273 Stew, “Veggie Burger,” Baked, Twice-Baked Potatoes, 460 canning methods, 28 509 Two-Crust Pie, 123, 124 Chicken and, Herb Roast, Stew, Winter ❚❚ LOW-FAT 166, 320, 320 166 U Curry with Couscous Tacos, Middle East, 506, 506 Ugli (Uniq) fruit, 477, 489 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 512, 512 and Tofu Skillet Supper Unsaturated fat, 35 Fettuccine with Chicken and ❚❚ LOW-FAT 508, 508 Upside-Down Cake, ❚❚ FAST 521 20-minute tips, 517 Pineapple, 199 Fettuccine, Spring ❚❚ FAST 536 to wash, 30 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 574

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Vegetable(s) (continued) Rice Noodles with Peanut -Olive Cream Cheese Spread Wraps, Garden ❚❚ FAST 452, Sauce, 501 ❚❚ FAST 419, 419 452 soy products in, 496, 497 Toasted, Dressing, 380 Vegetarian dishes Strata, Mozzarella and Pesto, Toasted, Gorgonzola Barley-Vegetable Casserole 513, 513 Linguine with, 364 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 510 Tempeh Stir-Fry with Yogurt- Toasted, and Gorgonzola Brown Rice and Lentils Peanut Sauce, 509 Salad, 380 ❚❚ FAST 380 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 508 tofu and tempeh in, 495–496 Wasabi Aioli, Asian Tuna with, Burgers, Black Bean, Vegetable Curry with 247, 247 California, 504–505 Couscous ❚❚ LOW-FAT 512, Water bath, custard baked in, Burgers, Veggie and Bean, 512 228 504 Vegetables, Spiced Skillet, Water chestnut, 475 Burritos, South-of-the-Border ❚❚ LOW-FAT 506 Wheat berries, 371, 375 ❚❚ FAST 505 Vegetable Stew, Roasted Wheat Berry Salad, 343 Eggplant Parmigiana, 513 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 502–503 Wheat Bread, Cinnamon- Enchiladas, Cheese, 511 Vegetable and Tofu Skillet Raisin-Walnut, 86, 86 Fettuccine Bowl, Southwest Supper ❚❚ LOW-FAT 508, 508 Whipped Cream ❚❚ LOW-FAT 502 “Veggie-Burger” Stew, Baked to beat, 217 “Meatballs,” Veggie and ❚❚ LOW-FAT 509 Flavored Sweetened, 217 Bean, 504 Vegetarians, types of, 495 to refrigerate/freeze, 34, 44, Mediterranean Salad ❚❚ FAST Veggie and Bean Burgers, 504, 217 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 515 504 Sweetened ❚❚ FAST 217 Nachos, Skillet, 514 Veggie and Bean “Meatballs,” types of, 17–18 Noodle Bowls, Spicy 504 Whipped Cream Pie(s) Chipotle-Peanut, 500, Velouté Sauce, 409 Café Latte, 138, 138 501 Venison with Cranberry-Wine French Silk, Classic, 137 Noodles, Teriyaki ❚❚ LOW-FAT Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 306 French Silk, Mocha, 137 500 Vermicelli with Fresh Herbs Grasshopper, 138 Noodles, Tofu Teriyaki, 500 ❚❚ FAST 366 Irish Cream, 138 Pasta and Asparagus, Vinaigrette Whipped Horseradish Sauce Lemon-Pepper, 503 Basil, 381 ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 407 Pasta and Bean Skillet Creamy, 343 Whisk, wire, 6 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 502 Herb, Fresh ❚❚ FAST 399, 400 Whiskey Sauce, Bread Pudding Pasta Salad, Gazpacho, with Lemon, 392 with, 204, 204 Tomato Lime Dressing, Raspberry ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT White Bean Salad, Northern 503, 503 400, 400 Italian, 388, 388 Pasta Salad, Soybean and Vinegar White Beans with Chicken, Cheddar, Hearty, 507 balsamic, 15 Italian ❚❚ FAST 523 Pepper and Soybean Stir-Fry Berry, 421 White Bread, Classic ❚❚ LOW-FAT ❚❚ FAST 507 Garlic, 421 83 Peppers, Stuffed, 297 Herb ❚❚ LOW-FAT 421 White Chili ❚❚ LOW-FAT 432 Pizza, Deluxe Stuffed-Crust, Lemon, 421 White Chocolate 510, 510–511 for salad dressing, 397 -Chocolate Truffles, 190 Pizza Soup ❚❚ LOW-FAT 514 Vitamins, 35 Chunk-Macadamia Cookies, Portabella Mushroom Salad, 176 Broiled ❚❚ FAST 516, 516 W Frosting, 115 Potatoes, Twice-Baked Waffles, 76, 78 Glaze, 118 Cheese, 512 Walnut(s) -Raspberry Scones, 75 Ratatouille, Marinated, -Cinnamon-Raisin Wheat White Clam Sauce, Spaghetti Heroes, 515 Bread, 86, 86 with, 361 24_171639_bindex.qxd 6/22/07 3:51 PM Page 575

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White Mountain Frosting -Cranberry Sauce, Venison Smoothie, Orange ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT 117 with ❚❚ LOW-FAT 306 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 White Sauce ❚❚ FAST ❚❚ LOW-FAT Sangria ❚❚ FAST 64 Smoothie, Strawberry ❚❚ FAST 408, 408 Winter Spinach Pesto, 405 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 63 Thick, 408 Winter Vegetable Stew ❚❚ LOW-FAT storage of, 44 Thin, 408 166, 166 Yorkshire Pudding, Beef Rib Whole Wheat Bread Wood ear mushrooms, 472 Roast with, 287, 287 Batter, 97 Worcestershire sauce, 23 Yuca root, 475, 490 Honey- ❚❚ LOW-FAT 87 Wraps, Garden Vegetable ❚❚ FAST Potato Roll Dough, Make- 452, 452 Z Ahead, 104 Zesty Barbecue Sauce, 449 Sunflower-Herb, 87 Y Zesty Corn Combo ❚❚ FAST Whole wheat flour, 19 Yeast, 23, 81 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 458, 458 Wild Rice Yeast Bread(s). See Bread(s), Zesty Deviled Eggs, 228, and Beef Casserole, 148 Yeast 228 -Chicken Soup, 441 Yellow Cake, Starlight, 116 Zesty Roasted Chicken and Soup, 440–441, 441 Yogurt Potatoes, 326, 327 Stuffing, Turkey Breast with, in balanced diet, 35 Zucchini Slow Cooker ❚❚ LOW-FAT 154 Cucumbers and Tomatoes in, Bread, 70 Wilted Spinach, 466 406, 406 Cake, 109 Wine frozen, storage of, 34, 43 Sauté, Garden Patch ❚❚ FAST Bordelaise Sauce ❚❚ LOW-FAT 409 Marinade, Spicy, 329 ❚❚ LOW-FAT 467, 467 , 327 -Peanut Sauce, Tempeh Stir- selection, preparation and Coq au Vin, 323 Fry with, 509 cooking of, 488