• 1 Tbs. fennel seeds, crushed
• 2 tsp. salt (optional)
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
• 2 lbs. beef tenderloin roast

Prepare grill. Combine first 4 ingredients in a bowl. Rub spices into beef. Meat can be covered and refrigerated overnight before grilling. Cook beef in covered grill 30-40 minutes per 1 lb. over medium heat, turning occasionally, until meat thermometer reads 135°F. Let stand 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly. (Temperature will go up ten degrees while standing.)

This recipe serves 10 people. Due to the nature of this recipe, it adjusts the number of servings in multiples of 10 only.

Per serving: calories 314, fat 24.3g, 71% calories from fat, cholesterol 80mg, protein 21.9g, carbohydrates 0.4g, fiber 0.3g, sugar 0.1g, sodium 51mg, diet points 8.7.

The recommended wines are: Zinfandel, Burgundy, or Merlot.

• 1/2 tsp. olive oil
• 1/4 medium onion, chopped
• 1/4 lb. canned baked beans
• 1/4 lb. canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 lb. canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 lb. canned red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 3 Tbs. barbecue sauce
• 3 Tbs. maple syrup
• 1-1/2 tsp. prepared mustard

Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat oil in a Dutch oven or flameproof casserole over medium high heat. Add onion and sauté 4-5 minutes, or until softened. Stir in remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil. Transfer to oven and bake 20-30 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until bubbly.

Per serving: calories 166, fat 1.4g, 7% calories from fat, cholesterol 0mg, protein 6.7g, carbohydrates 33.2g, fiber 5.4g, sugar 15.3g, sodium 281mg, diet points 2.9.

The recommended wines are: White Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, or Chablis.

• 3/4 lb. cole slaw
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 2 tsp. fresh dill, chopped, or 1/2 tsp. dried
• 2 small egg yolks
• 1/3 cup cider vinegar
• 3/4 tsp. dry mustard
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1-1/2 Tbs. sugar
• 1-1/2 Tbs. all purpose flour
• 3 Tbs. whipping cream

Combine first 3 ingredients in a mixing bowl. Toss and set aside. Whisk remaining ingredients, except cream, in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Simmer 5-7 minutes, whisking constantly, or until mixture is smooth and has thickened. Stir in cream, and pepper to taste. Pour over vegetables and toss.

This recipe serves 4 people. Due to the nature of this recipe, it adjusts the number of servings in multiples of 4 only.

Per serving: calories 160, fat 8.4g, 45% calories from fat, cholesterol 93mg, protein 3.1g, carbohydrates 20.4g, fiber 2.0g, sugar 7.0g, sodium 37mg, diet points 4.0.

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 Tbs. cornstarch
• 2 Tbs. all purpose flour
• 3 cups lowfat milk
• 3 eggs
• 2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 Tbs. unsalted butter

Combine brown sugar, cornstarch and flour in a saucepan. Add milk and eggs. Whisk constantly over high heat until mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and butter until melted. Pour into individual dessert cups. Chill.

This recipe serves 4 people. Due to the nature of this recipe, it adjusts the number of servings in multiples of 4 only.

Per serving: calories 426, fat 11.1g, 23% calories from fat, cholesterol 163mg, protein 10.6g, carbohydrates 71.2g, fiber 0.2g, sugar 62.8g, sodium 157mg, diet points 9.9.