It may be lazy but it’s healthy too! This is a short-cut pot pie recipe made with whole wheat crust. 1 tsp olive oil2 chicken breasts, cubed1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed2 stalks of celery, chopped2 carrots, chopped1 cup frozen mixed veggies1/2 tsp thyme1 can condensed mushroom soup Crust1 cup whole wheat flour2 tsp baking…
Category: Main Dishes
Thai Noodle Salad
A cold noodle salad with peanut butter dressing. It’s terrific as a side or even a meal in itself, especially on hot summer days. 1/4 cup peanut butter1/2 cup water1 clove garlic, crushed1 tsp fresh grated ginger1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey1-1/2 tbsp soy sauce1/2 tsp chinese 5-spice1/2 tbsp sesame seed oil1 red bell pepper,…
Turkey and Red Pepper Rotini
A quick pasta dish made on the stovetop with ground turkey and red peppers. 3 cups whole wheat rotini noodles2 tsp olive oil1 lb lean ground turkey1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 red pepper, chopped1 jar pasta sauce1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup sour cream Cook noodles in boiling water according to package directions. Heat olive oil in…
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Pork simmered in barbeque sauce in the crockpot, then pulled apart to make one mighty tasty sandwich filling. 1-2 lb boneless pork (can be frozen)1 bottle of barbeque sauce, divided1/4 cup water Place pork in a crockpot with half of the BBQ sauce and 1/4 cup of water. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Add more water if it…
Pita Pockets with Greek Salad and Hummus
Here’s another great summer dinner idea for really hot days. No cooking required! 1 english cucumber, chopped2 tomatoes, chopped1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled1/2 tsp oregano1/2 tbsp lemon juiceWhole wheat pita pocketsHummus (store-bought or homemade recipe below) Combine cucumber, tomatoes, feta, oregano and lemon juice. Cut pitas in half and spread with hummus, then fill with the…
Black Bean and Pepper Quesadillas
This quesadilla recipe is so quick and easy. It’s perfect on a hot summer day when you don’t feel like spending too much time in the kitchen or turning on the oven. 1 19 oz can of black beans, rinsed1 chopped bell pepper (red, orange or yellow- or a combination)1 cup grated chedder cheese1/2 cup…
Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Spaghetti squash baked with veggies and topped with cheese. 1 medium spaghetti squash2 tsp olive oil1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 green or red pepper, chopped1 28 oz can diced tomatoes2 tbsp sundried tomato pesto1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Cut squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Place one half at a time…
Creamy Vegetable and Pesto Risotto
It’s more than just rice! Here’s a creamy risotto with sundried tomato pesto and loads of veggies. 1 tbsp olive oil1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 celery stalk, chopped1 carrot, chopped1 cup long grain rice2 cups water1 vegetable boullion cube1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup1/4 cup parmesan cheese1/4 cup frozen peas1/4 cup frozen corn3 tbsp sundried tomato pesto…
Walnut and Parmesan Chicken Fingers
Add a touch of class to your chicken fingers with walnuts, freshly grated parmesan cheese and rosemary. 1/2 cup buttermilk2 tbsp dijon mustard4 chicken cutlets, cut into strips2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs1/3 cup crushed walnuts1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese1 tsp rosemary1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepperCooking sprayCombine buttermilk and mustard in a shallow dish. Add chicken,…
Rice and Cheese Treasures
Balls of rice with a hidden treasure of ooey-gooey cheese in the middle. They’re fast, easy, and kids love them. Click here for this recipe, from Weelicious. I haven’t altered it in any way from the original recipe so I won’t reprint it here. It’s perfect just the way it is. I used brown rice that I had left over from…
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