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Mac N Cheese

November 17, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

This time of year calls for all of your favorite comfort foods. This recipe is a guilt-free way to enjoy homestyle Mac n Cheese without the added fat content of most recipes.


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Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups 2% milk
  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt nonfat
  • 8 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
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  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot add the olive oil on medium-low heat.
  3. Add the flour and whisk constantly until well combined.
  4. Stir in the milk and whisk until well combined and the mixture begins to thicken.
  5. Add the greek yogurt and whisk to combine, then add the cheese and let melt stirring occasionally.
  6. Once the sauce appears to be well combined, melted, and thickened, stir in the cooked pasta and mix to combine.
  7. Add salt and pepper and serve immediately.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cheese, dairy, fall, healthy side dish, mac n cheese, side dish, Side Dishes

Skillet Noodle Pie

November 9, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

This Skillet Noodle Pie will quickly become a new family favorite.  It has all the traditional flavors of a pot pie but comes together in a fraction of the time.


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8 1 1/2 cup servings
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  • CourseMain Dish
Servings
8 1 1/2 cup servings
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8 1 1/2 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 10 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon low sodium
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup skim milk
  • 4 ounces fat free cream cheese
  • 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 pound chicken breast diced and cooked (about 2 cups)
Servings: 1 1/2 cup servings
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  1. Start a large pot of water to boil. Once boiling add pasta and cook for 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent.
  3. Add flour until combined and then add 1 cup of water, chicken bouillon, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, and black pepper
  4. Once combined add milk and cream cheese. Stir to combine
  5. Add mixed vegetables and cooked chicken, and stir to combine
  6. Last add pasta to the chicken and vegetable mixture. Once everything is combined and hot it is ready to serve.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Chicken, kid friendly, main dish, noodle, protein

Panko Onion Rings with Homemade Ranch

March 15, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Start your game day off with a traditional favorite! This healthier baked alternative still gives us that crunch and flavor that’s sure to score with the crowd!


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6 servings (5 onion rings + 1 tablespoon dip)
Ingredients
Onion Rings
  • 2 medium Yellow Onions ½ thick slices
  • 4 large eggs whisked
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Whole Wheat Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Olive Oil Cooking Spray
Homemade Ranch Dip
  • 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon water
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Onion Rings (Oven)
  1. Clean your area and preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Prep 1-2 baking sheets with parchment paper or non-stick spray and set aside.
  3. Take onions and place them in an ice bath while prepping the remaining ingredients.
  4. Next place your all-purpose flour, whisked eggs, and panko breadcrumbs into three separate plates/containers.
  5. To the panko add the garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt and mix well.
  6. One by one, take a ring of onion and evenly coat with flour, followed by egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
  7. Lay them flat on the baking sheet and once all are coated place them into the oven.
  8. Allow onion rings to bake for 15-25 minutes or until golden brown. Spray with olive oil spray halfway through.
  9. Finish the baked onion rings with a dried parsley garnish and serve.
Onion Rings (Air Fryer)
  1. Preheat your air fryer, if necessary.
  2. Follow steps 2 through 6 from the above instructions.
  3. Place onion rings into an air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Cook at 400°F for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Spray with olive oil spray halfway through.
  5. Finish the air fryer onion rings with a dried parsley garnish and serve.
Homemade Ranch Dip
  1. In a bowl mix plain Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried parsley, pepper, lemon juice, dried dill, salt, and water. Mix until well combined.
  2. Eat with onion rings and enjoy!
  3. Note: Add more water to change the consistency of the dip to your liking.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air fry, air fryer, appetizer, onion, onion ring, snack, Snacks

Chocolate Mug Cake

February 10, 2022 by odessa.keenan

What better way to indulge in a little bit of chocolate than an easy Chocolate Mug Cake just for you? Just mix ingredients in your favorite coffee mug, pop it in the microwave and it is ready for you! You can also tailor this recipe with your favorite nuts or berries. Either scoop it out or eat it right out of the mug!1


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Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons strawberries
  • 1/2 teaspoon slivered almonds
  • 2 teaspoons semi-sweet chocolate chips sugar free
  • 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon splenda/sugar substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 teaspoon mashed banana
  • 3 Tablespoons Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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  1. Wash hands before beginning preparation.
  2. Mix all dry ingredients into an 8 oz. Coffee mug
  3. Add in wet ingredients (mashed banana, almond milk, vanilla extract) to dry mixture and mix well.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
  5. Bake in microwave on high for 1 minute and 20 seconds
  6. After baking, top with strawberries and slivered almonds. Enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cake, chocolate, dessert, Desserts, healthy desserts

Cranberry Orange Bread

October 8, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

Our Cranberry Orange Bread is a delightful tangy dessert with enough crunch to start your fall senses!  This recipe is full of flavors that will also fill your home with the best baking aroma.


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12 1 slice servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 Tablespoons honey
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 Tablespoons orange zest
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
Servings: 1 slice servings
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  1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray a 9x5 loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon, stir to combine.
  3. Add in honey, orange juice, applesauce, vanilla, orange zest mix until combined. Be sure not to over mix.
  4. Fold the cranberries and pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Sprinkle pumpkins seeds over the top of the batter. Place in the center rack in the oven and bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Tips:
  1. If fresh cranberries are not in season, use frozen unsweetened cranberries. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.
  2. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week. Can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cranberry, dessert, Desserts, fall, healthy desserts, orange, winter

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