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Stromboli

May 19, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Cooking from home doesn’t have to be complicated! This month we’re focusing on quick recipes that you can create in your kitchen with a little help from a few ready-to-use ingredients. Our stromboli is the perfect mix of quick, easy, and protein-packed to satisfy those “almost homemade” meal nights!


Stromboli
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Ingredients
  • 1 package pre-made pizza dough
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup nonfat mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 10 slices deli ham sliced thin
  • 8 slices turkey salami
  • 8 slices turkey pepperoni
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley
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  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Unroll the premade pizza dough out and if necessary, roll into a rectangle about 12 x 14 inches with a rolling pin.
  3. In a small bowl, combine melted 1 Tbsp olive oil and minced garlic. Brush over the top of the dough.
  4. Spread ½ cup mozzarella cheese on top of the dough, leaving the edges bare.
  5. Top the cheese with ham, then add another layer of Mozzarella cheese. Next, add the pieces of salami and pepperoni. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top of the pepperoni.
  6. In a small bowl, beat the egg with a fork and brush to coat the edges of the dough.
  7. Next, carefully roll up the stromboli. Start with the long edge and roll it tightly so it stays together. Seal the seam with a little bit of water. Then roll the stromboli so the seam is facing down. Finally, both ends of the dough are under, so it’s sealed well. Then transfer to baking sheet.
  8. In a small bowl combine the remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Brush the top of the stromboli with butter mixture. Using a sharp serrated knife, make shallow diagonal cuts on top of stromboli every 2 inches.
  9. Bake in preheated oven at 375F for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce, and enjoy.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: ham, kid friendly, lunch, main dish, stromboli, Turkey

Veggie Tots

August 13, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

How do I be more creative with my vegetable game? How do I repurpose leftover vegetables? Our answer: VEGGIE TOTS! Try this fun and tasty recipe at your next meal.


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  • CourseKid Friendly, Side Dishes, Snacks, Vegetables
Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
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Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 cups russett potatoes ready to serve
  • 2 cups frozen broccoli florets thawed
  • 1.5 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/8 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Servings: servings (4 tots per serving)
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Oven Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425F, place oven rack in the middle of the oven and line baking sheet with silicone mat or parchment paper.
  2. Steam or microwave the potatoes to the point where a fork is easily inserted but its too tough to eat (20 seconds for ready to eat potatoes in microwave)
  3. Once they are cooked, drain them and set them aside to cool down.
  4. Then place 2 cups of thawed broccoli florets into your food processor and pulse it until the broccoli resembles coarse rice. (should yield 1 1/2 cups chopped)Measure out 1 1/2 cups of the finely chopped broccoli and transfer into a large bowl.
  5. Next, pulse the semi-cooked potatoes and 1 1/2 cups of the Parmesan cheese; pulse just enough to break up the potatoes and combine then with the cheese.
  6. Place the cheese and potato mixture into the bowl with the broccoli.Add seasoning into the large bowl and fold all ingredients with a large spatula to combine all ingredients evenly.
  7. Then place grated parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs into small bowl.Form small balls with a 1 tablespoon size cookie scoop or your hands and a spoon with the folded. Once the ball is formed, roll each veggie tot in the grated cheese and bread crumb coating
  8. Place each veggie tot on the baking sheet, about 1/2 inch apart.Bake 12 minutes, until golden brownRemove from the oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes and enjoy!
Air Fryer Instructions
  1. Complete instructions 2-8 from the "Oven Instructions" section.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and set the time for 7 minutes.
  3. Once preheated, place food on the tray/basket making sure not crowd the tots. Spray the top of the tots with non-stick cooking spray.
  4. Close the air fryer and start the cooking. Halfway through, turn the tots over and spray the tops with non-stick cooking spray and finish the cooking.
  5. Note: you might have to cook the tots in batches.
Recipe Notes

May use fresh potatoes for this recipe instead of the ready to use russet potatoes.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, broccoli, cheese, frozen, kid friendly, potato, potatoes, recipes, school, side dish, Side Dishes, snack, Snacks, tator tots, tots, vegetable, vegetables, Vegetarian

Quick Italian Tortellini Salad

August 4, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

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Servings
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Ingredients
  • 1 (9 ounce) package cheese filled tortellini
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh mushroom slices
  • 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts
  • 1/2 small red bell pepper sliced
  • 4 ounces low fat Italian dressing
  • 1/2 tsp ground oregano
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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  1. Cook the tortellini al dente, according to package directions.
  2. Add broccoli florets and mushrooms before pasta is done (about 1 minute).
  3. Cook for remaining time until broccoli turns bright green and is crisp tender and the pasta is al dente (chewy to the bite).
  4. Drain and rinse pasta mixture under cool running water.
  5. Toss the pasta mixture with the artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, dressing, and oregano.
  6. Add the Parmesan cheese and toss again lightly.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: artichoke, artichokes, broccoli, cheese, dinner, grain, italian, recipe, recipes, Salad, salads, side dish, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

Minestrone Pasta

July 22, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Pasta anyone?  This delightful recipe will make dinner tonight light and carefree at your dinner table. It’s quick and perfect after a busy day in the home or at work. This dish is packed with vegetables and would make a fantastic side to your favorite protein.  Minestrone Pasta plated on a white plate.


Minestrone Pasta plated on a white plate.
Easy Minestrone Pasta
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Ingredients
  • 3 cups whole wheat pasta shells uncooked
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can low sodium kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can low sodium garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian style stewed tomatoes about 1.75 cups
  • 2/3 cup fat free Italian dressing
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and set aside to cool. In a large bowl, add carrots, bell pepper, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and tomatoes.
  2. In a separate small mixing bowl, combine Italian dressing and parmesan cheese.
  3. Add pasta and dressing to vegetables mixture.
  4. Refrigerate for 15 minutes allowing flavors to combine and serve.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: bean, beans, canned, dinner, grain, lunch, pasta, protein, recipe, recipes, side dish, Side Dishes, vegetable, vegetables, Vegetarian

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