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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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Chinese Vegetable Stir-Fry

Makes 4 servings Ingredients 3/4 cup pineapple juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon light soy sauce 1 head broccoli 1 head cauliflower 2 carrots 2 stalks celery 1 red bell pepper 2 teaspoons vegetable oil Directions Combine pineapple juice, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and soy sauce in … Read More about Chinese Vegetable Stir-Fry


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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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Cheesy Breakfast Burrito

  Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1/2 burrito Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 2 strips turkey bacon 2 eggs 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 (10-inch) whole-wheat tortilla 1/8 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 tomato, sliced Directions Spray skillet with non-stick cooking spray. Cook turkey bacon over medium-high heat, turning once, until crispy. Break into … Read More about Cheesy Breakfast Burrito


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Bunny Dip and Bunny Face

Ingredients Bunny Dip 1 can garbanzo beans/chickpeas 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon cumin Bunny Face Baby carrots (2 for each bunny face) Sliced mushroom (1 for each bunny face) Thinly sliced celery sticks (4 for each bunny face) Cucumber slices (2 for each bunny face) Raisins (2 for each bunny … Read More about Bunny Dip and Bunny Face


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Oven Fries

Makes 6 servings Serving Size: 10 fries Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 4 medium baking potatoes or sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons oil Seasonings (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 475°F. Lightly spray baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Wash potatoes thoroughly and dry with a paper towel. Cut potatoes into long strips about 1/2 inch thick. Put … Read More about Oven Fries


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Pizza Food Group Funny Face

Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1 slice Ingredients 1 whole grain English muffin 2 tablespoons of pizza or spaghetti sauce 1/4 cup cup of shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 green pepper, cut into various sized pieces 1/4 cup cubed ham pieces 2 tablespoons pineapple tidbits Directions Use an English muffin as a base for a funny … Read More about Pizza Food Group Funny Face


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