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7th Inning Hot Dogs

2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls8 cheese-filled or regular hot dogs, cut in half Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Separate dough into 8 rectangles. Firmly press perforations to seal. Cut each rectangle in half lengthwise. Place a hot dog half lengthwise on 1 end of the dough strip. Fold dough in half [...]

Cannoli for Kids

15 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons miniature chocolate chips10 sugar ice cream cones In a large bowl with electric mixer at low speed, beat ricotta cheese, sugar, orange peel and vanilla extract just until smooth. Stir in chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. [...]

Dogs in a Sweater

1 (11 ounce) package refrigerated breadstick dough8 hot dogs8 Popsicle sticksCatsup, mustard and/or ranch dressing Separate dough; roll each piece into a 15-inch rope. Insert sticks into hot dogs lengthwise. Starting at one end, wrap dough in a spiral around hot dog; pinch ends to seal. Place 1 inch apart on a baking sheet that [...]

Hot Dog Spaghetti Casserole

1 pound spaghetti 1 jar spaghetti sauce 1 package hot dogs, sliced into roundsAmerican cheese slices or shredded cheese Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook spaghetti as directed on package; rinse and drain. Butter a casserole dish or pan. Layer spaghetti, sauce, hot dog slices, more sauce, and top with cheese slices or shredded [...]

Chili Dog Casserole

2 (15 ounce) cans chili with beans 1 (16 ounce) package hot dogs 10 corn or flour tortillas 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese Spoon one can of chili into 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Roll hot dogs up in tortillas. Place in baking dish seam side down. Top with remaining chili, then sprinkle the cheese [...]

Cheddar Scrambler

4 eggs1/4 cup milk1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese2 slices crisp-fried bacon, crumbledSalt and pepper, to taste2 tablespoons butter Break eggs into small bowl. Beat with fork until foamy. Add milk, cheese, bacon and salt and pepper; mix well. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add egg mixture gradually. Cook until eggs are set, stirring [...]

Turkey Twirl

1 (10-inch) green flour tortilla1 to 2 tablespoons mayonnaise3 ounces thinly sliced cooked turkey3 ounces thinly sliced cheese2 tablespoons shredded carrot Spread mayonnaise on tortilla. Layer turkey, cheese and carrot on top of tortilla, and roll up.

Banana Pops

2 medium bananas, peeled and halved crosswise1/4 cup crisp rice cereal1 tablespoon toasted chopped coconut1 tablespoon finely chopped peanuts1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, or apple pie spice2 teaspoons maple-flavored syrup Insert a wooden craft stick into the cut end of each banana half. Place on a baking sheet. Freeze 1 hour or until bananas [...]

Peanut Butter Shake

4 ice cubes, crushed1 1/4 cups nonfat milk3 tablespoons reduced-fat smooth-style peanut butter1 large banana, peeled and cut into large chunks1 1/2 cups nonfat vanilla ice cream, softened Combine crushed ice, milk, peanut butter and banana in blender. Pulse until mixture is smooth. Add ice cream. Whirl until shake is thick and creamy. Pour into [...]

Caramel Apple Milkshakes

3 cups frozen vanilla yogurt3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk1/2 cup applesauce1 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 cup caramel topping Place the yogurt, milk, cinnamon, and topping in a blender. Cover and blend until smooth. Pour into 4 glasses. Serve immediately.

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