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Italian Wedding Soup

December 13, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Our updated version of the classic Italian Wedding Soup is the perfect easy weeknight soup to pull together for your family!


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Servings
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10 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces ground beef 97% lean
  • 8 ounces ground pork 96% lean
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 2 medium celery stalks chopped
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 4 ounces dry orzo
  • 3 cups kale destemmed and chopped
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat parmesan cheese, grated
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. In a large pot, brown the beef and pork together over medium heat. Add parsley, 1 tablespoon of garlic, oregano and black pepper. Once meat is completely cooked, remove and set aside.
  2. Using the fat from the meat, sautee the onion, celery, carrots, and remaining garlic. Once vegetables are softened, add in the broth and bring to simmer.
  3. Add in the pasta and let simmer for 5-6 minutes. Add in the kale and browned meat let simmer for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Serve topped with parmesan cheese.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Beef, fall, kale, Pork, protein, soup, soups

Beef Stuffed Acorn Squash

September 30, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

It’s fall somewhere, right? Try out this cozy Beefy Stuffed Acorn Squash to make good use of those squashes available at the grocery store!


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Ingredients
  • 3 each each acorn squash
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon ground or to taste
  • 1 pound ground beef 97% lean
  • 1 small white onion
  • 1/2 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger ground
  • 14.5 ounce peas and carrots unsalted, drained and rinsed
  • 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes no salt added
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area. Rinse acorn squash under cool running water to remove dirt and debris. Preheat oven to 375*F.
  2. On a cutting board, slice each acorn squash in half as well as cut a slice off of the bottoms of each half, so the squash rests, inside pointing up. Remove the seeds and fibrous strands.
  3. Rest the six squash halves facing up on a baking sheet. Distribute the olive oil over the flesh of the squash, and sprinkle cinnamon over the halves.
  4. Roast in the oven for 35 minutes.
  5. While squash is roasting, in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat, begin to brown the meat and discard any excess fat. Add in the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until the onion is soft.
  6. Add the drained peas and carrots, and diced tomatoes plus their juices to the pan. Begin to heat through.
  7. Add in all of the spices and cook until flavors are combined.
  8. Remove the squash from the oven and spoon the beef mixture into the centers of the squash halves. Return the stuffed squash halves to the oven and cook for another 20 minutes. Cover with foil if you are worried about the beef mixture drying out.
  9. Remove and serve hot. Remove the skin of the acorn squash and discard it as you are eating.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: acorn squash, Beef, fall, ground beef, main dish, protein, squash, winter squash

Nacho Mac n’ Cheese

August 29, 2019 by Dinner Tonight

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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Ingredients
  • 12 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound ground beef lean
  • 2 cups frozen corn kernels
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 1/4 cups reduced fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 cup tortilla chips crushed
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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.
Recipe Notes

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 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Beef, frozen, kid friendly, nacho, protein

Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

June 14, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

 

 

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Ingredients
  • 2 cups carrots grated
  • 1 medium yellow squash grated
  • 1 medium zucchini grated
  • 1 medium yellow pepper finely chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup ketchup low sodium
  • 3 teaspoons dried basil
  • 3 tablespoons molasses
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 pounds ground beef extra lean
  • 10 whole-wheat hamburger buns
Servings: 1 sandwich
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  1. Clean your preparation area and wash your hands
  2. Wash your fresh vegetables and prepare as directed.
  3. In a 5 quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients except ground beef and buns.
  4. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until browned.
  5. Drain and transfer the ground beef into the slow cooker. Stir ingredients to combine.
  6. Cook on low 5-6 hours. Using a slotted spoon, serve beef mixture on buns
Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1/2 cup (128g)
servings per container 12

Amount per serving
Calories	140					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	4.5	g			6	%	
Saturated Fat	0.5	g			3	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	65	mg			3	%	
Total Carbohydrate	24	g			9	%	
Dietary Fiber	4	g			14	%	
Total Sugars	5	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	2	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	38	mg			2	%	
Iron	1	mg			6	%	
Potassium	400	mg			8	%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, Heart Healthy, main dish, sandwiches, sloppy joes

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