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Colorful Coleslaw

Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 cups green cabbage, shredded 1 cup red cabbage, shredded 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped 1 medium carrot, grated 1/2 cup bell pepper, finely chopped Directions Mix together honey, vegetable oil, vinegar, and pepper in … Read More about Colorful Coleslaw


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Pablo’s Salsa

Makes 6 servings Ingredients 3 tomatoes, diced 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 2 green bell peppers, finely chopped 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons lime juice 4 cups corn chips Directions Mix all ingredients except chips together. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with corn chips. … Read More about Pablo’s Salsa


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Tacos

Makes 12 servings Serving Size: 1 taco Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 12 taco shells 2 cups shredded low-fat Monterey Jack or taco cheese 1 cup dark green lettuce, washed and shredded Directions Wash hands and surfaces. In a … Read More about Tacos


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Vegetables with Pasta

Makes 8 servings Serving Size: 1/2 cup Ingredients 1 cup uncooked macaroni 1 (16-ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables 1 medium tomato, chopped 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup fat-free Italian dressing 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional) 1/4 cup chopped green pepper (optional) 1/4 cup chopped cucumber (optional) Directions Cook macaroni. While macaroni is cooking, place … Read More about Vegetables with Pasta


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Tossed Green Salad

Makes 12 servings   Ingredients 12 cups dark green leaf lettuce 4 cups tomatoes, chopped 6 green onions, chopped 2 cups cauliflower, sliced Low-fat salad dressing Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash lettuce in the colander under cool, running water. Drain well. Tear into bite sized pieces and place in a large bowl. Wash tomatoes … Read More about Tossed Green Salad



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Southwestern Turkey Casserole

Makes 6 servings   Ingredients 1 cup onion, chopped 1/2 green pepper, chopped 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 pound ground turkey 8 ounces canned, low-sodium tomatoes 10 ounces frozen corn, thawed 1 cup 1% low-fat milk 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons chili powder 3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat … Read More about Southwestern Turkey Casserole


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Chicken Quesadillas

Makes 4 servings Serving Size: 1 quesadilla Ingredients 1 cup skinless chicken, precooked and shredded 2 tablespoons chunky tomato salsa 1/4 cup onion, chopped 1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded 4 whole-wheat tortillas Directions Mix chicken, salsa, onion, and green pepper. Spray a skillet with cooking spray and place … Read More about Chicken Quesadillas


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Green Beans and Tomatoes

Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 pounds fresh green beans 2 teaspoons canola or olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 cups tomatoes, finely chopped 1 green pepper, thinly sliced 2 cups water Salt and pepper to taste Directions Wash the beans, cut off the tips, and remove the stringy piece … Read More about Green Beans and Tomatoes


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Super Stir-Fry

Ingredients Choose 5 vegetables (1/2 cup of each) Onion Broccoli Celery Carrots Peppers Mushrooms Squash Zucchini Cauliflower Choose 1 Starch (1 cup per person, cooked according to package directions) Brown Rice White Rice Rice Noodles Whole-Wheat Spaghetti Noodles 1/4 cup Stir-Fry Sauce (recipe follows) 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil Directions Wash and chop selected vegetables into … Read More about Super Stir-Fry


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