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Shrimp & Broccoli Alfredo

May 9, 2016 by Dinner Tonight


shrimp and broccoli alfredo, a recipe by dinner tonight
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Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
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Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 (9 ounce) package whole wheat angel hair pasta
  • 1 pound small shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup low sodium parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups broccoli florets frozen or fresh
  • 2 cups fresh cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • season to taste
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  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain pasta using a colander over a bowl. Combine shrimp, onions, and garlic in a small bowl. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, swirl to coat. Add shrimp mixture, and saute for 4 minutes or until shrimp are done.
  2. Steam thawed broccoli in microwave for 1 minute or until cooked.
  3. Take cauliflower, half the Parmesan and place in a blender with the milk and blend until creamy. Pour into skillet with shrimp and cooked pasta and begin to heat on low-medium heat for 1 minute. Add pasta water to skillet if sauce is too thick.
  4. Add steamed broccoli to skillet and mix until well coated. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, alfredo, broccoli, frozen, Seafood, shrimp

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.


Veggie Tots
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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
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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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Quick Italian Tortellini Salad
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6
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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

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

August 4, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Stuffed baked potatoes are always a popular side dish, but have you thought about making a meal from them? These stuffed baked potatoes are filled with dairy, vegetables, and protein. Add this low-calorie recipe to your meal plan today!

Stuffed Baked Potatoes
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4
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  • CourseMain Dish, Side Dishes, Vegetables
Servings
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Ingredients
  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 8 ounces extra lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup broccoli florets chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup reduced fat, shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup non- fat sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
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  1. Pierce potatoes all over with a fork.
  2. Place in the microwave and cook on medium, turning twice, until potatoes are soft (about 15 minutes).
  3. Meanwhile, brown meat in skillet over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes.
  4. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  5. Increase to high heat, add broccoli and water to the pan, cover and cook until tender (about 3-4 minutes).
  6. Drain the broccoli and add to the meat.
  7. Carefully cut off top third of the cooked potatoes, scoop out the insides and put into a medium bowl.
  8. Place potato shells into a small baking dish.
  9. Add 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper to the potato insides and mash with a fork.
  10. Add the potato mixture to the broccoli and meat; stir to combine.
  11. Evenly divide the potato mixture among the potato shells and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
  12. Microwave on high or place potatoes under the broiler for about 2-4 minutes or until filling is hot and cheese is melted.
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Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry

July 21, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

What better way to dress up a pound of top sirloin steak than this recipe which will leave your mouth watering for more.  Pair it up with a side of brown rice and dig in. No matter what, this scrumptious recipe will take your taste buds to the next level.   No doubt, beef is what’s for dinner!


Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry plated on a yellow plate, with a paisley napkin.
Mix It Up Stir Fry
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Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium, reduced fat chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 pound beef round steak cut into thin strips
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into thin strips
  • 1/2 medium onion sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 8 ounces canned water chestnuts drained
  • vegetable oil cooking spray
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. Mix the water and the corn starch together, stirring to break up clumps.
  3. Add chicken broth and soy sauce to cornstarch mixture and set aside. Pre-heat large skillet, and lightly coat the skillet with vegetable oil spray.
  4. Add the beef strips to the skillet and stir-fry for about 4 to 5 minutes
  5. Remove meat from pan and set aside and keep warm.
  6. Add the broccoli flowerets and stir-fry 2 for 3 minutes. If using fresh garlic, add it to the skillet, stir-fry for 1 minute.
  7. Add red bell pepper and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  8. Add onion and stir fry for 1 minute followed by the addition of mushrooms and water chestnuts and stir-fry for an additional 1 minute.
  9. Return the meat to the skillet and stir in corn starch mixture.
  10. Cook and stir about 2 to 3 minutes until mixture is heated and sauce is thickened.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, bell pepper, bell peppers, broccoli, dinner, Heart Healthy, mushroom, mushrooms, protein, recipe, recipes, stir fry, vegetable, vegetables

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