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Italian Style Chicken Breasts w/ Wild Mushroom Agnolotti

November 8, 2019 at 6:38 PM | Posted in chicken, pasta, Perdue Chicken Products | 1 Comment
Tags: Buitoni Freshly Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Buitoni Mushroom Agnolotti, Chicken, Cooking, Dinner, Food, mushrooms, Pasta, Perdue Perfect Portions Italian Style Chicken Breasts, recipes

Today’s Menu: Italian Style Chicken Breasts w/ Wild Mushroom Agnolotti

For Breakfast it was Skillet Potatoes and Ham for Breakfast. I used 1 package of Simply Potatoes Steakhouse Seasoned Diced Potatoes and a package of Meijer Diced Ham to prepare it. Just cook the Potatoes according to the package instructions and with about 5 minutes of cooking time left add the Diced Ham. I topped it with a sprinkle of Sargento Reduced Fat Cheddar/Jack Cheese. Just love this skillet meal! I guess Winter is moving in, low of 28 degrees! Had snow showers overnight and a high of 39 degrees and partly cloudy for the day. Did some laundry and some cleaning around the house. For Dinner tonight its a Italian Style Chicken Breasts w/ Wild Mushroom Agnolotti and Baked Garlic Loaf Bread.

For the Chicken I used the Perdue Perfect Portions Italian Style Chicken Breasts again. I really like using these Chicken Breasts, they come frozen or fresh and individually wrapped. You can grill them, bake them, or fry them which is what I did this time. I pan fried the Breast in Extra Light Olive Oil about a total of 12 minutes all together, turning them once. Fried up perfectly and well seasoned with the hint of Italian Seasoning.

I picked up a package of Buitoni Mushroom Agnolotti at Meijer the other day, been a while since I’ve had this. So I served the Chicken with a side of Buitoni Wild Mushroom Agnolotti. In case you were wondering Agnolotti is a kind of Ravioli. These are filled with fresh Portobello & Crimini Mushrooms, imported Grana Padano & Parmesan Cheeses & fresh Roasted Garlic. To prepare just add the pasta to 4 quarts boiling water; added 1 tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and stirred frequently to prevent it from sticking; reduced the heat to boil gently 4-6 minutes. Seasoned it with just a bit of Sea Salt and topped it with Buitoni Freshly Shredded Parmesan Cheese and Sauteed Mushrooms. With the added Chicken it made a perfect meal!

I topped the Pasta with some Sauteed Mushrooms.

I also had baked a loaf of La Baguetterie Roasted Garlic Oval Bread. Perfect Bread with any Dish! I loved this dish tonight, plenty leftover for tomorrow’s Dinner! For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn with a Diet Dr. Pepper to drink.

Buitoni Mushroom Agnolotti
Generously filled with fresh Portobello & crimini mushrooms, imported grana padano & parmesan cheeses & fresh roasted garlic. Since 1827. All natural. Good food, good life. Good to Know: Buitoni Pasta is made with simple, all natural ingredients with no preservatives.

Ingredients
Durum Wheat Flour (Semolina, Durum Flour), Portabello Mushrooms, Parmesan Cheese (Pasteurized Part Skim Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzyme), Cream, Eggs, Crimini Mushrooms, Skim Milk, Water, Bread Crumbs (Wheat Flour, Dextrose, Yeast, Salt), Light Cream (Cream, Milk), 2% or Less of Onions, Salt, Garlic, Sugar, Grana Padano Cheese (Skimmed Cow’s Milk, Cheese Cultures, Rennet, Egg White), Wheat Flour, Mushroom Base (Rehydrated Mushrooms, Salt, Sugar, Natural Flavor, Butter [Sweet Cream, Salt], Potato Starch), Sweet Madeira Wine Reduction, Butter (Cream, Salt), Carrageenan, Canola Oil, Spices, Brown Sugar, Soy Lecithin.

Directions
Must be kept refrigerated. May be frozen. Cook thoroughly. For food safety and quality, read and follow these cooking instructions to ensure that product reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. Cut open package. Add pasta to 4 quarts boiling water; add 1 tbsp olive oil and stir frequently to prevent sticking; reduce heat to boil gently 4-6 minutes or until tender; (if frozen, do not thaw. Cook as above) drain. Avoid boiling vigorously; serve with your favorite Buitoni Refrigerated Sauce or toss lightly with oil and enjoy. Use or freeze by date on front of package. Product may be frozen for up to one month.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings Per Container: 2.5

Calories 280
Calories from Fat 90
Amount Per Serving and/or % Daily Value*
Total Fat 10 g (15%)
Saturated Fat 5 g (27%)
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 60 mg (19%)
Sodium 670 mg (28%)
Total Carbohydrate 34 g (11%)
Dietary Fiber 3 g (10%)
Sugars 3 g
Protein 13 g
http://www.buitoni.com/

Perdue Perfect Portions Italian Style Chicken Breasts

PERDUE® PERFECT PORTIONS® Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, Italian Style (1.5 lbs.)
Fresh boneless, skinless individually wrapped chicken breast filets. Italian Style; made with all natural ingredients. Packed 5 filets per 1.50 lb. resealable zipper package. You can cook what you need; store what you don’t! Cooks in 10 minutes. Refrigerated.
Directions

Keep refrigerated. Please follow quick and easy cook times: Skillet: Lightly coat skillet with oil or cooking spray. Heat pan over medium-high heat, add breasts and brown 1 minute per side. Reduce heat to medium-low; Cover and cook 6 – 9 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 170 degrees F, turning frequently. Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place breasts on foil-lined baking sheet and cook 17 – 21 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 170 degrees F. Grill: Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill breasts 3 – 4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 170 degrees F.

From Frozen: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place frozen breasts on foil-lined baking sheet and cook 22 – 26 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 170 degrees F. Safe Handling: This product was prepared from inspected and passed meat and/or poultry. Some food products may contain bacteria that could cause illness if the product is mishandled or cooked improperly. For your protection, follow these safe handling instructions. Keep refrigerated or frozen. Thaw in refrigerator or microwave. Keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods. Wash working surfaces (including cutting boards), utensils, and hands after touching raw meat or poultry. Cook thoroughly. Keep hot foods hot. Refrigerate leftovers immediately or discard.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 fillet (136.0 g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140 Calories from Fat 10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.5g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.g 0%
Trans Fat 0. 0g
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 360mg 15%
Total Carbohydrates 2.0g 0%
Protein 26g
https://www.perdue.com/products/perdue-perfect-portions-boneless-skinless-chicken-breasts-italian-style-15-lbs/6861/

Healthy Holiday and Occasion Recipes

November 6, 2019 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Eating Well | 2 Comments
Tags: Baking, Beef, Brussel Sprouts, Chicken, Cooking, Eating Well, Food, Grilling, Healthy Holiday and Occasion Recipes, Onions, Pasta, Pork, recipes, Rice, Spices, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetables

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Holiday and Occasion Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Holiday and Occasion Recipes with recipes including; Farmers’ Market Fried Rice, Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onions, and Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Find these recipes and much more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Holiday and Occasion Recipes
Find healthy, delicious holiday recipes including Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, and 4th of July recipes from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Farmers’ Market Fried Rice
This fried rice recipe features a fall mixture of sliced Brussels sprouts and parsnips, but feel free to use whatever is fresh and in season. This recipe works best in a wok— a skillet is too small for the volume of food and requires more oil to prevent sticking. Always use cold cooked rice otherwise the fried rice will be gummy and sticky……………….

Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onions
Traditional pulled pork is barbecued, which gives it a smoky flavor. But the slow cooker happens to be the absolute easiest way to cook pulled pork—and you can get a hint of smoke by adding chipotle chile. Serve the pulled pork with potato salad, collard greens and grits. Or make it into a sandwich and serve it on a bun with coleslaw…………

Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes
In this easy vegetable side dish recipe, sweet potatoes are tossed with maple syrup, butter and lemon juice and are roasted until tender and golden brown. The delicious glaze that forms on these maple-roasted sweet potatoes transform this ultra-simple dish into something sublime……….

* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Holiday and Occasion Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/17959/holidays-occasions/

Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

October 24, 2019 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Eating Well | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, Cheese, Cooking, EatingWell, Elbow Macaroni, Food, Grilling, Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Recipes, Mac and Cheese, Meat, Pasta, Peppers, recipes, Squash

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Recipes with recipes including Skillet Chili Mac, Jalapeño Popper Mac and Cheese Bites, and Four-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Find healthy, delicious macaroni and cheese recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Skillet Chili Mac
Poblanos add a kick of heat to this chili mac recipe. If that’s not your thing, swap in green bell peppers to tone down the heat in this easy pasta dish, which mashes up mac and cheese and chili into a seriously satisfying skillet dinner…………..

Jalapeño Popper Mac and Cheese Bites
When you’re craving jalapeño poppers and mac and cheese and you want to eat with your hands, these easy cheesy bites—which are baked in a mini muffin tin—are just the ticket. Serve them as part of a family-friendly dinner or put out a platter for a casual party. A crispy breadcrumb topping provides a wonderful contrast to the creamy mac & cheese, while the optional fresh parsley and pickled jalapeño garnishes add a nice color contrast and bright flavor………..

Four-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese
The more cheese the merrier in this baked macaroni recipe, which also features butternut squash and whole-grain pasta……………….

* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/20698/ingredients/pasta-noodle/pasta-by-shape/macaroni/macaroni-and-cheese/

Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs

October 21, 2019 at 6:42 PM | Posted in Pasta Roni, seafood, shrimp | 2 Comments
Tags: Baking, Cooking, Dinner, Food, Old Bay Seasoning, Pasta, Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs, recipes, RiverRoad Bake House Garlic Oval Loaf Bread, Seafood, Shrimp

Today’s Menu: Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs

For Breakfast I made a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea.Rain and 73 degrees out today, and we need some rain. I’m still dealing with some bad headaches,. My sinuses are killing me! It’s the weather. First its cool then back into the 70’s, back and forth. It needs to stay cool or warm for my sinuses to settle down. So I rested most of the day so let it it rain! For Dinner tonight a favorite of mine,Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni.

For the Shrimp part of the dish I used Meijer Brand Jumbo Shrimp. This is my frozen Shrimp of choice, best I’ve found. I had them in the freezer so I let them thaw overnight in the fridge. I love Shrimp and all Seafood. For the Shrimp; I started by rinsing the Shrimp off in cold water and letting it dry in a colander. Using a medium size skillet, that I sprayed with Pam Cooking Spray and a 1 tablespoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, that I heated on medium heat. I seasoned them with Old Bay Seasoning and a sprinkle of Morton’s Lite Salt and added the Shrimp to the skillet. Cooked them 2 minutes per side, turning the Shrimp once. And as the Shrimp was cooking I started to prepare the Pasta.

I love having Shrimp with the Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs. It comes with the Pasta Special Seasonings Packet and I added; 1 1/3 cups of water, 2/3 cups of 2% milk, and 2 tablespoons of Blue Bonnet Light Butter. Then to prepare it; In a medium saucepan bring water, milk, margarine or butter to a boil. Then slowly stir in pasta and Special Seasonings. Separate pasta with a fork, if needed. Return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. Boil uncovered, 4-5 min. or until pasta is just tender, stirring frequently. Sauce will be thin. Let stand 3-5 min. to thicken. There’s 2 servings per box, leftovers coming tomorrow. Nice seasoning and the Parmesan Sauce is very flavorful. I topped the Pasta with some Kraft Reduced Fat Grated Parmesan Cheese and the Shrimp. Too good, this makes one easily prepared and delicious Shrimp and Pasta Dish! For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn with a Diet Peach Snapple to drink.

Pasta Roni Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs

Our Pasta Roni Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs flavor blends delicate angel hair pasta in a creamy herb sauce with other natural flavors. This delicately flavored dish is the perfect complement to your family’s favorite Italian-inspired recipes.

What You’ll Do
1 – In a medium saucepan bring water, milk and butter or margarine to a boil. Then slowly stir in pasta and Special Seasonings. Separate pasta with a fork, if needed. Return to a boil.
2 – Reduce heat to medium. Boil uncovered, 4-5 min. or until pasta is just tender, stirring frequently.
3 – Sauce will be thin. Let stand 3-5 min. to thicken.

http://www.ricearoni.com/products/Pasta_Roni/Angel_Hair_Pasta_with_Herb

Shrimp Health Benefits……….
Shrimp may have a variety of health benefits. It is high in several vitamins and minerals, and is a rich source of protein. Eating shrimp may also promote heart and brain health due to its content of omega-3 fatty acids and the antioxidant astaxanthin ( 6 , 11 , 12 , 13 ).

Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs w/ Texas Toast

October 16, 2019 at 6:41 PM | Posted in Meijer Turkey Meatballs, Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Pasta | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, Cooking, Dinner, Food, LaRosa's Original Pasta Sauce, Meatballs, Meijer Turkey Meatballs, New York Bakery Light Texas Toast, Pasta, recipes, Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Whole Grain Spaghetti Today’s Menu: Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs w/ Baked Texas Toast

Today’s Menu: Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs w/ Texas Toast

For Breakfast this morning I made a couple of Breakfast Street Tacos. To make the Tacos I used 1 large Egg (scrambled), 2 Johnsonville Fresh Turkey Breakfast Sausage Links (crumbled), Sargeto Off the Block Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Ortega Smoky Chipotle Taco Sauce, and Mission Street Low Carb Taco Flour Tortillas. These turned out so good and the Tortillas are only 70 calories for 2 Tortillas. Excellent and delicious Breakfast. I also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Had some showers overnight and cloudy and 52 degrees for the day. Got the leaf blower out of the shed and cleaned off the deck and driveway. Later repaired a shelving unit in the shed. Everything done I took a spin around the neighborhood and enjoyed the beautiful day. For Dinner tonight I prepared Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs w/ Texas Toast.

Spaghetti and Meatballs tonight, we love Spaghetti and Meatballs! And you can always make it healthier by using Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs. For the Meatballs I’m using Meijer Turkey Meatballs. These Meatballs are 150 calories and 5 carbs per serving (6 Meatballs).

I’ll be cooking them in LaRosa’s Original Pasta Sauce, one of my favorites! The Sauce goes great on Pasta, Pizza, or as a Dipping sauce. I grabbed a small Sauce Pan, sprayed it Pam Cooking Spray, added the sauce to it, and heated on medium low heat. As the sauce started to heat up I added the Turkey Meatballs, stirred until covered with the Sauce. Cooked them for about 7 minutes and then reduced the heat to low until I was ready to use them.

I’m using Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Whole Grain Spaghetti. It’s my favorite and I use all the Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Pastas. The Spaghetti is 180 calories and 35 net carbs, which isn’t bad for Pasta. To prepare the Spaghetti; I cooked the Spaghetti as to the package instructions. I used a large Sauce Pan and filled it 1/2 way up with water. Turned the burner on high and brought the water to a rapid boil. Added the Spaghetti and stirred, returning it to the rapid boil. Cooked it uncovered, stirring it occasionally. Cooked it for a total of 8 minutes and done! Love this Pasta so tender and tasty. As the Spaghetti was cooking I baked my New York Bakery Light Texas Toast.

To serve I used a bowl and made a bed with Spaghetti. added a little Morton’s Lite Salt and Kraft Reduced Fat Grated Parmesan Cheese. I then topped with Sauce and Meatballs. Wow these Turkey Meatballs are so good. I’ve found a new Turkey Meatball to use! For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn with a Diet Peach Snapple to drink.

Meijer Turkey Meatballs 32 oz

Product Description
Flame Broiled. Meat Used Is 100% Turkey. Fully Cooked. Keep Frozen.
Ingredients Click to collapse content

TURKEY, WATER, ONIONS, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED TURKEY, TEXTURED SOY FLOUR, SEASONING (DEHYDRATED ONION, MALTODEXTRIN, SUGAR, SPICES, GARLIC POWDER, PARSLEY), BREAD CRUMBS (WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, AND YEAST), SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE. NATURAL FLAVOR.

https://www.meijer.com/shop/en/meat/prepared-meat/frozen/meijer-turkey-meatballs-32-oz/p/70882009416

Kitchen Hint of the Week!

October 14, 2019 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | 2 Comments
Tags: Baking, Boiling, Cooking, Cooking Tips, Food, Grilling, Kitchen Hints, Pasta, recipes

Constantly stir your pasta during the first minute of cooking……………..

When making Pasta – A large amount of the pasta’s starches starts to release during the first minute of boiling — meaning it’s the time when the pasta is most prone to sticking together. To prevent a sticky mess, constantly stir your pasta for the first minute, and after that you can ease up and stir it every 30 seconds or so.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/jesseszewczyk/pasta-cooking-tips

Turkey Southwest Pasta w/ Baked Garlic Loaf Bread

October 12, 2019 at 6:43 PM | Posted in Hamburger Helper, Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, Black Beans, Cooking, Corn, Dinner, Food, Hamburger Helper Southwest Pasta Mix, Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, La Bagquetterie Garlic Oval Bread, Pasta, recipes, Spices

Today’s Menu: Turkey Southwest Pasta w/ Baked Garlic Loaf Bread

To start my morning off I had a Jimmy Dean Simple Scramble Cup – Crumbled Turkey Sausage, Egg Whites, and Shredded Cheddar Cheese. Also had my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Sunny and a high of 58 degrees. We had a cold front move in with a low of 36 degrees this morning! Did a little home maintenance today. Changed the furnace filters and did some repair work on the flooring trim. Went to Home Depot a little later and and bought 5 new floor vents and replaced the old vents with them. For Dinner tonight Something New, Hamburger Helper Southwest Pasta. Tonight its Turkey Southwest Pasta w/ Baked Garlic Loaf Bread.

I came across the Hamburger Helper Southwest Pasta while at Meijer the day before. It’s New from Hamburger Helper. The box contains the Pasta, Sauce Mix, Black Beans, Corn, and Spices. I’m substituting Ground Turkey for the Hamburger the directions call for. I’ll be adding 1 lb. Jennie – O Extra Lean Turkey Breast, Water, 2% Milk, Sargento Off the Block Mexican 4 Cheese Blend, and I’ll be adding a 1/2 can of Cooked Del Monte Whole Kernel Corn. You can always add your choice of extras to it like Beans, Green Chilies or Onions.

To prepare it; Brown the Turkey in a skillet over medium-high heat 6 to 7 minutes, breaking up and stirring; drain. Return cooked Turkey to skillet. Stir in 2 cups of Hot Water, Milk, Sauce Mix, Corn, and Pasta. Heat to boiling. Reduce the heat. Cover and simmer about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Remove from heat and get ready to eat! I sprinkled the Sharp Cheddar Cheese across the top when done.

Hamburger Helper has another winner! Fantastic Seasoning and plenty of Black Beans and Corn. The Turkey works perfect with it in place of the Ground Beef. Plus I saved calories, fat, and carbs by using the Jennie – O Extra Lean Turkey Breast! Another good one to have in the pantry! I also baked a loaf of La Baguetterie Roasted Garlic Oval Bread. For a Snack later a bottle of Diet Peach Snapple and a bag of Snyder’s 100 Calorie Pretzels.

Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast

Our leanest ground turkey, all natural, 99 percent fat-free with no gluten.
Product Features:
99% fat-free
Gluten Free
All Natural

20-oz (1.25 lbs) or 40-oz package (2.5 lbs)

Cooking Instructions:
STOVE TOP METHOD:
* Spray skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
* Preheat skillet over medium-high heat.
* Add ground turkey to hot skillet.
* Stir to crumble, approximately 14 to 16 minutes.
* Always cook to well-done, 165°F. as measured by a meat thermometer.

Nutritional Information
Serving Size 112 g Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Calories 120 Dietary Fiber 0 g
Calories From Fat 15 Sugars 0 g
Total Fat 1.5 g Protein 26 g
Saturated Fat .5 g Vitamin A 0%
Trans Fat .0 g Vitamin C 0%
Cholesterol 55 mg Iron 4%
Sodium 70 mg Calcium 0%
– See more at: http://www.jennieo.c

Hamburger Helper Southwest Pasta Mix
Pasta and Sauce Mix with Black Beans, Corn and Spices. Add Ground Beef.

Directions
YOU WILL NEED 1 LB LEAN GROUND BEEF 2 CUPS HOT WATER 1 CUP MILK 1. BROWN Brown beef in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat 6 to 7 minutes, breaking up and stirring. Drain; return cooked beef to skillet. 2. STIR Stir in hot water, milk, Sauce Mix and Pasta. Heat to boiling. 3. SIMMER Reduce heat. Cover; simmer about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 0.33 cup
Servings Per Container 5
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 470mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 1g
Protein 3g

Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe – Chicken Fajita Pasta Toss

October 6, 2019 at 6:02 AM | Posted in CooksRecipes, Sunday's Chicken Dinner | 1 Comment
Tags: chicken breasts, Chicken Fajita Pasta Toss, Cooking, CooksRecipes, Food, ORTEGA Mild Taco Sauce, ORTEGA Whole Green Chiles, Pasta, recipes, Sunday's Chicken Dinner, Vegetables

This week’s Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe is – Chicken Fajita Pasta Toss. Chicken Breasts, Vegetables, and Pasta make up this week’s recipe. A Sunday Dinner sure to please! The recipe is off the CooksRecipes website which has a huge selection of recipes for all meals and occasions so be sure to check the selections out. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Chicken Fajita Pasta Toss
Chicken Fajita Pasta TossFajita flavor marries perfectly with delicate vermicelli and tender strips of chicken breast. Bell peppers, diced onions and chiles add texture, color and flavor to an appealing and tasty dish.

Recipe Ingredients:
8 ounces vermicelli or thin pasta, cooked, drained and kept warm
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into strips (about 4 total)
1 cup quartered, sliced onion
1 cup sliced red bell pepper
1 cup sliced yellow bell pepper
1 (7-ounce) can ORTEGA Whole Green Chiles, drained and cut into strips
1/2 cup ORTEGA Mild Taco Sauce
1/2 cup water
1 package ORTEGA Taco Seasoning Mix
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, (optional)
Lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Cooking Directions:
1 – Heat vegetable oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Add onion, bell pepper and chiles; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes.
2 – Stir in taco sauce, water and seasoning mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes or until mixture thickens. Serve over pasta. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Makes 6 servings.

Variation: Roast, peel and slice red and yellow bell peppers prior to adding them to the chicken.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/chicken/chicken_fajita_pasta_toss_recipe.html

Turkey Sausage and Pasta Toss

October 4, 2019 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: Asparagus, Basil Pesto, Cooking, Food, Fresh Vegetables, JENNIE-O® Fully Cooked Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausage, No Salt Added Stewed Tomatoes, Pasta, recipes, Switch

For this week’s 2nd Jennie – O Recipe its a recipe for Turkey Sausage and Pasta Toss. This one is made using JENNIE-O® Fully Cooked Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausage, Fresh Vegetables, Basil Pesto, Asparagus,No-Salt Added Stewed Tomatoes, and Penne Pasta. Jennie – O and Pasta, always a winning dish! You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Jennie – O Recipes at the Jennie – O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2019! https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey Sausage and Pasta Toss
Made with fresh veggies, basil pesto, and hardwood smoked turkey sausage, this easy pasta salad recipe is just a quick skillet toss away! Ready in under 30 minutes.

INGREDIENTS
8 ounces penne pasta
1 (14½-ounce) can no-salt added stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (14-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Fully Cooked Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausage, sliced
2 cups (1-inch pieces) fresh asparagus or broccoli florets
2 tablespoons basil pesto
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS
1) Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, heat tomatoes. Add turkey. Stir in asparagus and pesto; cover and simmer 6 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
2) Drain pasta; toss with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 370
Protein 21g
Carbohydrates 42g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 8g
Fat 11g
Cholesterol 45mg
Sodium 870mg
Saturated Fat 3.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/254-turkey-sausage-and-pasta-toss

Kitchen Hint of the Day

October 2, 2019 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, Boiling, Cooking, Cooking Tips, Food, Grilling, Kitchen Hints, Pasta, recipes, Salt

Salt the water………….

While salting your pasta water it probably won’t do much to shorten your cooking time, it will make your noodles a lot more enjoyable. Unsalted pasta is wildly bland, but just a hint of salt in the water can change that.