Spicy Stuffed Bell Peppers
Spicy Stuffed Bell Peppers are the perfect easy weeknight meal. Put this in the rotation for when you’re searching for a simple recipe. 
Ingredients
- 1/2 can unsalted diced tomatoes 14.5 oz can
- 6 bell peppers
- 1 lb extra lean ground chuck
- 1 packet low sodium taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup shredded, reduced fat cheddar cheese
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Cut off top of peppers and clean out centers
- Fill each bell pepper half way with water, then microwave for 6-7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, brown 1pound of ground beef with ½ cup of onion.
- Add the taco seasoning to the meat according to the package on the taco seasoning packet.
- Next, add the ½ can of diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer for 10 minutes
- Drain the water from the bell peppers; place the bell peppers in a loaf pan.
- Fill each bell pepper ¾ with the meat mixture; fill the rest of the bell pepper with cheese
- Pack the cheese on top of the meat mixture
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes or until the bell peppers become tender
Recipe Notes
Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry
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!
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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Instructions
- Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
- Mix the water and the corn starch together, stirring to break up clumps.
- 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.
- Add the beef strips to the skillet and stir-fry for about 4 to 5 minutes
- Remove meat from pan and set aside and keep warm.
- 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.
- Add red bell pepper and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- 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.
- Return the meat to the skillet and stir in corn starch mixture.
- Cook and stir about 2 to 3 minutes until mixture is heated and sauce is thickened.
Recipe Notes
Slow Cooker Taco Soup
Its getting a little cooler and now, it’s time for soup! Try this easy slow cooker soup for dinner. Just add your ingredients, set the clock and go! 
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb extra lean ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion chopped
- 2 (15 ounce) cans Ranch style beans
- 1 (15 ounce) can low sodium kidney beans
- 1 (15 ounce) can low sodium kernel corn
- 2 (15 ounce) cans low sodium stewed tomatoes
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 ounce low sodium taco seasoning about 1/2 of one packet
- 1/2 ounce dry ranch style dressing mix about 1/2 of one packet
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Instructions
- Cook ground beef with chopped onion; drain grease.
- Add to large crock pot.
- Clean tops of all canned goods before opening
- Then add other ingredients (including liquid from vegetables) to the meat mixture in the crock pot.
- Stir well. Simmer in crock pot on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
Recipe Notes
Soba Noodle and Snap Pea Salad
Here’s a healthy and delicious meal that can be made in a snap! This recipe makes a simple Asian side dish or easy, hearty meal that can be served hot or cold. Here’s a tip, shallots are preferred in this recipe over onions due to their lighter flavor.
Soba Noodle and Snap Pea Salad
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This salad is quick and easy. Serve with grilled fish or shrimp or eat alone.
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| 10 | 15 minutes |
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Ingredients
Salad
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 2 cups sugar snap peas cut in half
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 small bell pepper diced
- 2 tsp shallots minced
Dressing
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
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Instructions
- Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the soba noodles and cook for 4 minutes. In the last 30 seconds of cooking, add the snap peas. Drain and then rinse the noodle and pea mixture in cool water.
- Place the noodles and peas in a large bowl and add the carrots,cabbage, pepper and shallots.
- Whisk together all the ingredients for the the dressing and pour over salad. Refrigerate for at least 20 to 30 minutes.
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