by Guest | Apr 20, 2022 | Recipes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 2 Tablespoons oil
- 1 large potato, peeled and chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) chopped tomatoes
- 2 cans (15 ounce each or 3 1/2 cups) low sodium vegetable or beef broth (see notes)
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ cup uncooked macaroni
- 2 small zucchini, sliced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- In a 5 quart saucepan over medium heat, cook onion, celery and carrot in oil, stirring constantly until onion is soft, but not browned.
- Add potato, tomatoes, broth, beans and basil.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add macaroni and zucchini. Cook another 15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Broth can be canned or made using bouillon. For each cup of broth use 1 cup very hot water and 1 teaspoon or 1 cube bouillon.
- Use any vegetables you have on hand.
- Add cooked meat if desired.
- Cook your own dry beans. One can (15 ounces) is about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups drained beans.
Photo and Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/minestrone-soup
by Guest | Apr 13, 2022 | Recipes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Place a single layer of eggs in a saucepan. Add cold water to cover the eggs by at least 1 inch. Heat over high heat just until the water comes to a full boil.
- Take the pan off the heat and cover with a lid or plate. Leave eggs in the hot water. Time depends on egg size: medium – 9 minutes; large – 12 minutes; extra large – 15 minutes
- Immediately drain eggs. Serve warm, or cool completely under cold running water or in ice water. Refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking. Use peeled eggs within 2 days or refrigerate in the shell for up to a week.
Notes
Tips for easier peeling:
- Refrigerate the eggs for 7-10 days before cooking. This gives time for the two membranes inside the shell to separate slightly.
- Let eggs cool after cooking.
- Roll the egg gently on the counter until the shell has small cracks all over.
- Start peeling at the large end.
- Hold the egg under cold running water to help loosen the shell.
Photo and Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/perfect-hard-cooked-eggs
by Guest | Mar 31, 2022 | Recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 cups bread cubes; try whole-grain bread
- 2 cups sliced or chopped fruit, fresh, frozen, or canned and drained
- 4 eggs, slightly beaten
- 1 cup lowfat milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup margarine or butter, softened
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup flour, all-purpose or whole-wheat
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Lightly oil an 8×8-inch baking dish or 2-quart casserole. Add bread cubes and fruit.
- In a medium bowl, blend eggs, milk, vanilla and sugar. Pour over bread and fruit. Stir gently to wet all bread with egg mixture. Wash hands after handling raw eggs.
- Cover and refrigerate until all liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes or overnight.
- Just before baking, remove casserole from refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Make the topping: In a small bowl, combine the softened margarine, sugar, and flour with a fork until crumbly.
- Uncover the casserole and sprinkle topping over fruit. Bake until completely set and starting to brown, about 35 to 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F on a food thermometer. A longer baking time is needed when the dish is chilled overnight. Serve warm.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
This is a great recipe for using up extra bread.
Variations:
- For the fruit, try peaches, pears, berries or diced apples.
- Lightly sprinkle with cinnamon or other spices such as nutmeg, ground cloves, allspice or cardamom at the end of step 2.
- Try topping with a spoonful of yogurt when serving.
Photo and Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/fruity-french-toast-casserole
by Guest | Mar 30, 2022 | Lunch & Snack Recipes, Recipes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
Optional
- acidic fruit juice (lemon, lime, orange, pineapple) to reduce browning
- cinnamon or other flavorings
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Slice bananas into 1/8 to 1/4-inch slices.
- OPTIONAL: Dip banana slices into fruit juice to reduce browning. Sprinkle with cinnamon or other flavorings if desired.
- Dry until pieces bend like thick leather and no longer feel sticky.
- Oven Instructions: Set oven to lowest temperature possible (175 to 200 degrees F). Use convection bake if available. Arrange banana slices in a single layer on a wire rack or baking sheet. A wire rack will help the banana dry faster. A baking sheet takes longer and pieces need to be turned part way through drying. Drying takes 1 to 3 hours.
- Dehydrator Instructions: Arrange banana slices in a single layer on dehydrator racks. Set dehydrator to 135 degrees F. Drying takes 6 to 12 hours.
- Cool. Store in an airtight container or bag.
Photo & Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/dried-bananas
by Guest | Mar 22, 2022 | Recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti noodles
- 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 3 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons vinegar (try rice or cider)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 ½ cups bite-sized cut broccoli (fresh or frozen)
- 3 cloves minced garlic or 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ cups diced cooked chicken
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside.
- While pasta is cooking, toast sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir often until they turn light brown.
- In a small bowl, mix together sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. Set aside.
- Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat (300 degrees F in an electric skillet). Add broccoli and cook for a few minutes. Add garlic and then cook until broccoli is done.
- Add chicken and cook until heated through.
- Add drained pasta and soy sauce mixture and mix well. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Substitute diced firm tofu or a can of drained and rinsed garbanzo beans for chicken. When using tofu, add to skillet in step 5.
- Try with other vegetables such as peas or green beans or a mixture of any you have on hand.
- Flavor boosters: red chili flakes, sliced green onions, and a teaspoon of sesame oil. Try any or all!
Photo & Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/sesame-noodles-broccoli-and-chicken
by Guest | Mar 16, 2022 | Recipes
Irish Soda Bread is a great quick bread to make and this whole wheat version makes it healthier and heartier. It goes great with your favorite jam or with your St. Patrick’s Day meal!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup golden raisins
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups low-fat buttermilk
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, all purpose flour, baking soda salt, and raisins.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and buttermilk all at once. Fold the ingredients with a rubber spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- Turn dough out onto the parchment paper and form into a round loaf. Cut an X into the top of the dough with a sharp knife about ½ inch deep.
- Place on the middle rack to bake for 30 min or until firm and golden brown.
Photo and Recipe Source: https://www.diabetesfoodhub.org/recipes/whole-wheat-irish-soda-bread.html
