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Nacho Mac n’ Cheese

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This dish is sure to be a hit with the kiddos! Creamy Mac N Cheese combined with the crunchiness of nachos? Sign me up too!


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  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  2. In a large skillet brown the ground beef. Once the beef is browned, add corn, diced tomatoes, milk and flour; bring to a slow boil.
  3. Add in the cooked macaroni and the cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and macaroni is coated.
  4. Remove from heat and top with crushed tortilla chips.
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Nacho Mac n' Cheese Nutrition Facts Serving size (201g) servings per container 10 Amount per serving Calories 350 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 3.5 g 18 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 50 mg 17 % Sodium 230 mg 10 % Total Carbohydrate 45 g 16 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 4 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 25 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 195 mg 15 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 500 mg 10 %

Strawberry Banana Shortcake

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Summertime was made for fun in the sun and the occasional sweet after an evening meal. You don’t have to discourage desserts at the dinner table when it comes to this low-fat dessert: Strawberry Banana Shortcake.

The Angel Food Cake recipe comes from our friends over at the USDA, check out the original recipe here, dress it up a little bit with our toppings!


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Angel Food Cake
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Angel Food Cake
  1. Preheat oven to 325F. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until they are foamy (not stiff).
  2. Add the cream of tartar, and beat until stiff.
  3. Gradually beat in ½ C of sugar at a time until smoothly combined.
  4. Mix in vanilla.
  5. Mix in Salt.
  6. Gently fold in the flour.
  7. Pour the angel food cake mixture into an angel food tubular pan.*
  8. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the top is nicely browned.
Strawberry Banana Topping
  1. Add 1 lb. sliced strawberries and 3 sliced bananas to a bowl. Mix with 1 Tbsp. lemon juice.
  2. Add to the top of cooled angel food cake. Top with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!
  3. Tips: *For easy cake pan removal, try using parchment paper in the bottom of the pan.
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Chicken Parmesan

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Not sure what to do with that chicken? Here is a simple recipe that you can whip up super fast for dinner. Bonus, its kid friendly!

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  1. Heat oven to 350° F.
  2. Place flour and Italian seasonings in a shallow dish.
  3. Place bread crumbs and eggs each in a separate shallow dish.
  4. Coat chicken in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture, and finally the bread crumbs.
  5. Place on a plate when done coating the chicken.
  6. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  7. Sauté chicken 2 to 3 minutes per side, until browned. In the bottom of a baking dish, mix 1/4 cup marinara sauce with 2 Tablespoons of water.
  8. Place chicken in dish and top each with 3 Tablespoons of marinara sauce and 3 Tablespoons cheese.
  9. Bake at 350̊ F, covered, for 15 minutes..
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Chicken Parmesan Nutrition Facts Serving size (237g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 310 % Daily Value Total Fat 10 g 13 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 140 mg 47 % Sodium 460 mg 20 % Total Carbohydrate 20 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 0 g 0 % Total Sugars 4 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 34 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 232 mg 20 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 638 mg 15 %

Apple Cinnamon Muffin

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Apple Cinnamon Muffin
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your work area.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Spray a 9X9 square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or 12 muffin cups.
  4. Cream margarine and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy. Add remaining wet ingredients.
  5. Mix in dry ingredients. Fold in the raisins and walnuts.
  6. Bake for 50 minutes for 9X9 cake or 20 minutes for muffins.

Stove Top Green Enchiladas

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Stove Top Green Enchiladas is perfect for those evenings when you’re short on time but want to prepare a healthy meal for your family.


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  1. Heat the oil in a medium sauce pan.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion in the oil.
  3. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add the chilies, chicken broth, chicken and garlic powder.
  5. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix the cornstarch into about 1/4 cup of cold water until all the lumps are gone.
  7. Add to the chile and chicken mixture.
  8. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  9. Tear the tortillas into strips and divide in- to thirds.
  10. Add them to the pan and cook until they are hot, stirring with a spoon from time to time.
  11. Sprinkle the cheese over the enchiladas.
  12. Cover the pan and cook until the cheese has melted. Serve immediately.
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