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French Onion Roast Pockets

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Get creative with leftovers from Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast! These yummy French Onion Roast pockets are easy to throw together and give new life to leftovers.


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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 Degrees F.
  2. Reheat the roast and onions in the microwave and shred if needed.
  3. On a nonstick surface or a clean countertop with flour roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle.
  4. Cut the dough into 6 evenly sized squares using a butter knife.
  5. In the middle of each square place a scoop of the beef and onions. Place the shredded cheese evenly on top of the beef.
  6. Fold over the dough from one corner to the other, use a fork to press and seal the beef inside the dough.
  7. Place the pockets on a parchment paper covered baking sheet and brush the beaten egg on top of the dough.
  8. Bake for approximately 15 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and enjoy!
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French Onion Roast Pockets Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 pocket (149g) 6 Amount per serving Calories 280 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 530 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 33 g 12 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 18 g Vitamin D 0.1 mcg 0 % Calcium 100 mg 8 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 200 mg 4 %

Zesty Veggie Flatbread

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Craving something fresh and flavorful? Try our zesty veggie flatbread, loaded with vibrant vegetables! Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, it’s a delightful way to enjoy your greens.

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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees and rinse all fresh vegetables under cool running water before preparing.
  2. Prepare pesto according to recipe directions https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/pesto/.
  3. Prepare all toppings - roasted red peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, asparagus, carrots, mozzarella cheese and garnish
  4. Lay flatbread on non stick baking sheet. Spread made pesto on flatbread leaving about ½ inch along the edge.
  5. Layer the vegetable toppings on top of pesto on flatbread. Sprinkle half of mozzarella and save the rest for topping after baking.
  6. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until edges are brown and crispy and vegetables are softened but still have a little firmness to them.
  7. Remove flatbread from the oven and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and basil leaves for garnish. Enjoy!
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Chocolate Muffins

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Need a delicious snack that is flavorful and nutritious? Try our Chocolate Muffins with Veggies. Have your kids help make this easy and delicious recipe.

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  1. Preheat your oven to 350 ℉ and spray a 12-hole muffin tin with baking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a food processer, combine eggs, banana, spinach, carrots, oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and vinegar. Blend until mixture is smooth.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt. Process until just mixed.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips. Portion batter into prepared muffin tin. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
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Chocolate Muffins (with veggies) Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 muffin servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 140 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 30 mg 10 % Sodium 170 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 18 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 7 g Added Sugars 5 g 10 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 68 mg 6 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 151 mg 4 %

Tater Tot Casserole

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Tater tot Casserole has always been a family favorite.  However, the typical recipe is high in fat, preservatives and sodium.  This new and improved recipe adds cubed butternut squash for a delicious sweet flavor and added potassium.  This will soon be the new family favorite.

 

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  1. Clean and wipe your area.
  2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  3. Coat a 9X13 pan with cooking spray
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat
  5. Add ground turkey and break up with a spoon.
  6. When meat is starting to brown, add all of the vegetables to the pan.
  7. Continue cooking until turkey is no longer pink and onions are translucent.
  8. Sprinkle flour over mixture and stir to combine.
  9. Gradually stir in beef stock and then milk.
  10. Stir in thyme and parsley.
  11. Bring to a bubble and continue cooking, stirring until sauce has thickened.
  12. Pour mixture into prepared pan.
  13. Top with tater tots.
  14. Bake in preheated oven for 20-30 minutes until sauce is bubbly and tater tots are browned and crispy.
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Healthy Tator Tot Casserole Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup servings per container 10 Amount per serving Calories 310 % Daily Value Total Fat 16 g 21 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 20 mg 7 % Sodium 460 mg 20 % Total Carbohydrate 29 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 15 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 71 mg 6 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 447 mg 10 %

Ham and Cheese Pancakes

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Leftover ham? Perfect! Let’s make some savory ham and cheese pancakes for brunch.  This delicious recipe is ideal to make after a late-night holiday party, but best of all, it’s easy to make and will wow your guests.


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  1. Clean hands and surfaces. Combine flour and baking powder in a medium-sized bowl.
  2. In another bowl, combine milk, 1 egg, and applesauce together.
  3. Create a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour the liquid mixture into the middle and whisk. The batter will be thick.
  4. Fold in diced ham and shredded cheese.
  5. Heat a skillet or griddle to medium heat, and spray cooking spray before pouring batter.
  6. Use the ¼ of a measuring cup to scoop out the batter. Pour onto the hot skillet or griddle.
  7. Cook on each side for 2-4 minutes until golden brown.
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